Welcome to Greece and the Steps of St. Paul! This amazing region is full of so many spiritual moments that inspire and allow anyone to explore their Christian faith at a much deeper level. Private travel proposals like this are available for any of our trips. Simply use the chat with us button and set up a time to talk with us about any trip you’ve been thinking about.
Days 1 and 2: Welcome to Northern Greece
As you step onto the ancient, sun-drenched stones of Philippi, you can almost feel the gentle breeze from the nearby Zigaktis River, carrying the echoes of a story that changed the course of history. Here, you are walking in the exact footsteps of St. Paul, who traveled to Macedonia after a vision called him to Europe, bringing his deep faith and urgent message across the sea. By the riverside, away from the bustling city center, your journey intersects with St. Lydia, a wealthy merchant of luxurious purple cloth. When you stand in this peaceful landscape, imagine the moment Paul spoke to the gathered women and Lydia listened, her heart opening to his words. As the very first documented Christian convert on European soil, she didn’t just accept a new faith; she immediately opened her home to Paul and his companions, transforming her household into the region’s first house church. For you, as a traveler, this sacred ground is more than just an ancient ruin—it is a powerful monument to unexpected encounters, radical hospitality, and the quiet moments by a riverbank that can alter the map of the world forever.
Days 3 and 4: Mystical Central Greece
As you step off the train into the shadow of Meteora, Greece, you look up to find giant, wind-sculpted rock pillars towering over the town of Kalabaka, completely dominating the horizon. Your eyes trace the vertical stone cliffs until they catch the impossible: centuries-old Eastern Orthodox monasteries precariously balanced on the sheer peaks, seemingly suspended between earth and sky. Climbing the winding stone steps carved into the rock face, the midday heat fades into a cool mountain breeze, and a profound silence wraps around you. Standing at the cliff’s edge, you gaze out over the vast, green Pinios Valley below, realizing that this breathtaking fusion of human determination and raw, monumental nature is unlike anything you have ever experienced on your travels.
Days 5: Corinth
As you stand atop the rugged acropolis of Acrocorinth, the Peloponnesian wind carries the echoes of ancient merchants, gladiators, and saints straight to your ears. Below you, the ruins of Ancient Corinth sprawl across the sun-drenched landscape, where you can walk the very stones of the Roman Forum and gaze up at the monolithic columns of the Temple of Apollo. Your journey leads you from these mythical heights down to the breathtaking engineering marvel of the Corinth Canal, where sheer limestone walls drop vertically into a strip of impossibly blue water. As the afternoon heat mellows, you find yourself seaside in the modern town, sipping a cold frappé and watching the fishing boats bob against the pier, completely captivated by a destination that has spent millennia bridging worlds, seas, and history. Here, we’ll be able to truly experience a letter from St. Paul to the Corinthians.
Days 6 and 7: Ancient Athens
We’re ready for 48 hours in iconic Athens, we’ll hit all the high spots including Syntagma Square where the iconic greek soldiers stand guard in their historical uniforms, the gorgeous Plaka neighborhood where everything Athens truly began and the shopping is out of this world! and, of course, we’ll climb up to the top of the Acropolis to see the Parthenon! Just in the shadow of the icon, St. Paul talked to the locals. We’ll stand right in the place where a letter from St. Paul to the Athenians.
We’ll then get a chance to enjoy the world famous Parthenon. As you ascend the sun-drenched, rocky slopes of the Acropolis, the bustling noise of modern Athens fades away, replaced by a profound sense of history. Reaching the summit, you are confronted by the breathtaking majesty of the Parthenon, its weathered marble columns gleaming against the brilliant blue Greek sky. Standing before this ancient masterpiece, you can almost feel the presence of the thousands of travelers, philosophers, and citizens who walked these same stones over two millennia ago. Your eyes trace the elegant, subtle curves of the Doric architecture—a deliberate optical illusion engineered by ancient builders to achieve absolute visual perfection. In this moment, you are not just looking at a monument; you are stepping directly into the birthplace of democracy and Western civilization, where every breeze carries the whispers of gods, myths, and timeless human ambition.
Day 8: Hydra
As your ferry glides into the crescent-shaped harbor of Hydra, the modern world instantly fades away, replaced by the rhythmic clatter of donkey hooves on cobblestone. This enchanting Aegean island famously permits no cars or motorized vehicles, inviting you to slow down and experience Greece in its purest, most tranquil form. Elegant stone mansions climb the steep, rocky hillsides like an amphitheater, framing a waterfront bustling with traditional cafes, artists, and sun-drenched tavernas. Wandering through the labyrinth of whitewashed backstreets, you will discover hidden squares draped in vibrant bougainvillea, secluded swimming spots with crystalline water, and dramatic coastal paths that lead to quiet monasteries. Hydra does not just offer a place to visit; it offers a sensory escape where the rush of daily life is entirely forgotten, and time is measured only by the shifting Mediterranean light and the gentle lapping of the sea.
We’ll end our time with our signature farewell dinner with all of the tastes and smells that make Greece so very special!
Departure Day
We’ll be sure to make your last moments memorable now that you’ve conquered Europe’s best-kept secret! We know some of you are flying directly home, while others may be on to new adventures like Prague or Paris. Wherever you are off to, we are so thrilled we got to share Greece with you!
What’s Included
BREAKFAST AT OUR HOTELS AND DINNERS IN UNIQUE LOCATIONS DAILY.
BALANCE BETWEEN SCHEDULED EXPERIENCES AND UNSCHEDULED TIME TO EXPLORE FURTHER OR RELAX AS YOU CHOOSE.
ALL ATTRACTION TICKETS AND PASSES FOR EXPERIENCES AND GUIDED TOURS AND ALWAYS WITH LOCAL EXPERTS.
ALL TRANSPORTATION, INCLUDING AIRPORT TRANSFERS UPON ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE.
EFFICIENT TRAVEL TIME BY BASING OUR TRAVEL NEEDS WITH A MIX OF PRIVATE TRANSFER, TRAIN, AND/OR PUBLIC TRANSPORT.
OPPORTUNITIES TO PLAN ANY OPTIONAL OR “ON YOUR OWN TIME” WITH EITHER TOUR MANAGER TO CUSTOMIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE.
A DEDICATED OPPORTUNITY TO REFRESH YOUR BAGS ONE TO TWO TIMES DURING OUR TRAVELS.
Our Commitment:
As we get to know you, we’ll be able to find those little corners of Europe that delight and enchant you. From magical bookstores, fabled artworks, and secret passageways, we’ll share with you those little things that make Poland’s amazing cities the experience of a lifetime.