This package features a Biblical journey inspired by the route of St. Paul in ancient Greece, including Corinth, where the apostle spent his days preaching, as well as unique sites of archeological and religious interest. The monasteries in Meteora that seem to be suspended in the air will humble you and a visit to the Cave of Apocalypse on the island of Patmos will put you in the shoes of John the Revelator, one of the most important figures in Christendom. You will have the chance to experience the mainland’s diverse natural environment which gives way to incredible landscape, its traditional villages and vibrant cities. Your journey continues with a cruise around a group of Greek islands, carefully selected in order to experience an abundance of distinct lifestyles to suit all tastes. Discover the cosmopolitan Mykonos, immerse yourself in the spirituality of Patmos, soak in the enduring culture of Crete and marvel at the wondrous beauty that is the volcanic island of Santorini. The oriental coastal resort of Kusadasi will also provide you with the opportunity of taking an optional shore excursion to ancient Ephesus.
Package starting from Athens: Every Saturday (April - October)
Not included:
Optional:You can upgrade the Athens sightseeing or your visit to Ancient Corinth into a private tour and/or your cruise cabin at additional cost.
Saturday – Arrival in Athens
Upon arrival you will meet our assistant before your driver transfers you to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to explore Athens in your own way. We recommend you explore the neighborhood of Thissio and end up in a tavern with a view of the Acropolis.
Overnight: Athens
Meals: -
Sunday – Athens Half Day Sightseeing Tour
After breakfast you will meet our collaborator at the lobby of your hotel or someplace nearby, to start the morning half day Athens sightseeing tour, a staple of every first-time visitor to the Greek capital! This carefully crafted tour includes selected destinations that represent Athens’ historical importance through the ages. Only some of those are the Academy of Athens, Hadrian’s Arch and the Greek Parliament. Of course, no tour of Athens is complete without a visit to the Acropolis and its modern Museum. Enjoy the tried and true way of getting to know Athens.
Overnight: Athens
Meals: Breakfast
Monday – Ancient Corinth Tour
This tour will drive you along the scenic coastal roads of the Saronic Gulf for a visit to Corinth and its awe-inspiring canal, where a quick stop for pictures is in order. You will proceed to ancient Corinth, a sacred place and the set of some of St. Paul’s most famous sermons. The remains of the ancient city, which include the Agora (market place) and Apollo's Temple (6th century B.C.) exhibit the richness and importance Corinth had during antiquity.
Overnight: Athens
Meals: Breakfast
Tuesday – 3 Day tour to Delphi & Meteora
After breakfast you will meet our collaborator at the lobby of your hotel or someplace nearby to start the 3 day tour to Delphi and Meteora. As you leave Athens in the rear-view mirror, get a first glimpse of the Greek mainland via the scenic route through the fertile plains of Beotia, crossing the towns of Thebes, Levadia and Arachova before arriving in Delphi, the “navel of the world” according to Ancient Greeks. On the slopes of Mount Parnassus, in a landscape of unparalleled beauty and majesty, lie the ruins of the Sanctuary of Apollo Pythios. Visit the Treasury of the Athenians, the Temple of Apollo and the Museum containing such masterpieces of Ancient Greek sculpture as the bronze Charioteer. The afternoon is free to allow you to stroll through the town and explore.
Overnight: Delphi
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Thursday - Visit Meteora and return to Athens
Today you’ll visit Meteora, a geological marvel of vast, rock pillars rising up from the valley to create a unique spectacle that is a testament to wonders of nature. On top of the pillars, stand Byzantine Monasteries, of immeasurable historical and religious importance. Afterwards, we will make our way back via Trikala, Lamia and Thermopylae (where a short stop to see Leonidas' Monument across the road is in order) and finally arrive in Athens early in the evening.
Overnight: Athens
Meals: Breakfast
Saturday – Kusadasi & Patmos
Morning arrival to the Turkish port of Kusadasi, and an optional shore excursion to the glorious Ancient City of Ephesus is what’s on the schedule. Later in the day you will find yourselves on the island of Patmos, where John the Revelator wrote final book of the Bible. An optional excursion can take you to the famous Monastery and to the Grotto of Saint John, as well as the Cave of the Apocalypse.
Overnight: On board
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Sunday – Crete (Heraklion) & Santorini
First port of call today will be the island of Crete with an optional shore excursion to the Minoan Palace of Knossos, the first European civilization. At noon you will proceed to travel to the world-famous Santorini, the once volcanic island that’s now wrapped around the caldera that remains. We highly recommend you take advantage of the opportunity to explore Santorini by joining one of the many optional excursions available.
Overnight: On board
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Monday – Cruise disembarkation & departure from Athens
Upon disembarkation -after a fulfilling breakfast- you will be met by our assistant and your driver will transfer you to the airport for your flight out of Athens.
Overnight: -
Meals: Breakfast
Saturday – Arrival in Athens
Upon arrival you will meet our assistant before your driver transfers you to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to explore Athens in your own way. We recommend you explore the neighborhood of Thissio and end up in a tavern with a view of the Acropolis.
Overnight: Athens
Meals: -
Sunday – Athens Half Day Sightseeing Tour
After breakfast you will meet our collaborator at the lobby of your hotel or someplace nearby, to start the morning half day Athens sightseeing tour, a staple of every first-time visitor to the Greek capital! This carefully crafted tour includes selected destinations that represent Athens’ historical importance through the ages. Only some of those are the Academy of Athens, Hadrian’s Arch and the Greek Parliament. Of course, no tour of Athens is complete without a visit to the Acropolis and its modern Museum. Enjoy the tried and true way of getting to know Athens.
Overnight: Athens
Meals: Breakfast
Monday – Ancient Corinth Tour
This tour will drive you along the scenic coastal roads of the Saronic Gulf for a visit to Corinth and its awe-inspiring canal, where a quick stop for pictures is in order. You will proceed to ancient Corinth, a sacred place and the set of some of St. Paul’s most famous sermons. The remains of the ancient city, which include the Agora (market place) and Apollo's Temple (6th century B.C.) exhibit the richness and importance Corinth had during antiquity.
Overnight: Athens
Meals: Breakfast
Tuesday – 3 Day tour to Delphi & Meteora
After breakfast you will meet our collaborator at the lobby of your hotel or someplace nearby to start the 3 day tour to Delphi and Meteora. As you leave Athens in the rear-view mirror, get a first glimpse of the Greek mainland via the scenic route through the fertile plains of Beotia, crossing the towns of Thebes, Levadia and Arachova before arriving in Delphi, the “navel of the world” according to Ancient Greeks. On the slopes of Mount Parnassus, in a landscape of unparalleled beauty and majesty, lie the ruins of the Sanctuary of Apollo Pythios. Visit the Treasury of the Athenians, the Temple of Apollo and the Museum containing such masterpieces of Ancient Greek sculpture as the bronze Charioteer. The afternoon is free to allow you to stroll through the town and explore.
Overnight: Delphi
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Thursday - Visit Meteora and return to Athens
Today you’ll visit Meteora, a geological marvel of vast, rock pillars rising up from the valley to create a unique spectacle that is a testament to wonders of nature. On top of the pillars, stand Byzantine Monasteries, of immeasurable historical and religious importance. Afterwards, we will make our way back via Trikala, Lamia and Thermopylae (where a short stop to see Leonidas' Monument across the road is in order) and finally arrive in Athens early in the evening.
Overnight: Athens
Meals: Breakfast
Saturday – Kusadasi & Patmos
Morning arrival to the Turkish port of Kusadasi, and an optional shore excursion to the glorious Ancient City of Ephesus is what’s on the schedule. Later in the day you will find yourselves on the island of Patmos, where John the Revelator wrote final book of the Bible. An optional excursion can take you to the famous Monastery and to the Grotto of Saint John, as well as the Cave of the Apocalypse.
Overnight: On board
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Sunday – Crete (Heraklion) & Santorini
First port of call today will be the island of Crete with an optional shore excursion to the Minoan Palace of Knossos, the first European civilization. At noon you will proceed to travel to the world-famous Santorini, the once volcanic island that’s now wrapped around the caldera that remains. We highly recommend you take advantage of the opportunity to explore Santorini by joining one of the many optional excursions available.
Overnight: On board
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Monday – Cruise disembarkation & departure from Athens
Upon disembarkation -after a fulfilling breakfast- you will be met by our assistant and your driver will transfer you to the airport for your flight out of Athens.
Overnight: -
Meals: Breakfast
Athens: 3-star Central (standard room) or similar
| Season | Triple | Twin | Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 3 - Oct 19 | 1524 | 1640 | 2474 |
Port taxes & gratuties on Celestyal cruise: EUR 157 per person
Athens: 4-star Ava Hotel & Suites (Regular Suite) or similar
| Season | Triple | Twin | Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 3 - Oct 19 | 1840 | 2040 | 3324 |
Port taxes & gratuties on Celestyal cruise: EUR 157 per person
Athens: 5-star Athens Capital MGallery Collection (deluxe room) or similar
| Season | Triple | Twin | Single |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 3 - Oct 19 | 2057 | 2418 | 3957 |
Port taxes & gratuties on Celestyal cruise: EUR 157 per person
