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Following the Footsteps of Paul the Apostle in Greece

Your own guide, your own vehicle, and an itinerary shaped entirely around you.

11 Days / 11 Nights Up to 25 Guests Free Itinerary Changes Local Expert Guide

About This Tour

An 11-day faith-focused journey from Thessaloniki to Philippi — where Paul founded the first Christian church on European soil — through Vergina, Meteora, and Athens, ending at ancient Corinth. The entire trip stays within Greece, travelling overland by private van from Thessaloniki through Philippi, Vergina, Veria, Kalampaka (Meteora), Athens, and Corinth.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.

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Arrival

Arrival pickup at Thessaloniki Airport, Greece.

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Day 1 — Thessaloniki: Welcome to Greece!

An airport transfer to your hotel, with free time to explore this northern city blending history and modernity.

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Day 2 — Thessaloniki: Time Travel Through Thessaloniki

A private walking tour covering the White Tower, the Kamara arch, the Roman Agora, Galerius Palace, and the city's UNESCO-listed Byzantine churches.

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Day 3 — Thessaloniki-Philippi-Thessaloniki: A Walk Back in Time

A private tour to Philippi, the ancient city where Paul established the first Christian church on European soil.

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Day 4 — Thessaloniki-Vergina-Veria: Home of Heritage

A guided tour of Vergina (ancient Aigai), exploring the Macedonian palace and royal tombs, then on to Veria, nicknamed 'Little Jerusalem' for its Byzantine churches.

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Day 5 — Veria-Kalampaka: Sacred Sky

Travel to Kalampaka, at the foothills of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Meteora, Greece's most important monastic centre.

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Day 6 — Kalampaka: Majestic Meteora

A guided tour of Meteora, visiting up to three monasteries including Great Meteoron, Varlaam, and St. Nicholas Anapausas.

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Day 7 — Kalampaka-Athens: Welcome to Ancient Athens

Travel to Athens and exploration of Plaka's cobblestone streets, the Roman Agora, and the Tower of the Winds.

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Day 8 — Athens: Explore the Acropolis

An expert-guided tour of the Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the New Acropolis Museum.

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Day 9 — Athens: A Religious Experience

A sensory-rich pilgrimage walking tour through Athens, visiting monasteries and chapels of religious significance.

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Day 10 — Athens-Corinth-Athens: Corinthian Time Machine

A visit to the Corinth Canal and ancient Corinth, including the Temple of Apollo and the Church of Apostle Paul.

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Day 11 — Athens: Final Farewell

An airport transfer for your departure after 11 days following in the footsteps of Paul the Apostle.

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Departure

The trip ends in Athens, with a transfer to Athens International Airport (ATH) for your departure flight.

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees

Important Information

Know Before You Book

  • Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
  • Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
  • Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

  • We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
  • Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
  • Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.

Special Requests

  • Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
  • Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

No — despite following Paul's route through the ancient world, this itinerary stays entirely within Greece: Thessaloniki, Philippi, Vergina, Veria, Meteora, Athens, and Corinth. It does not cross into Turkey.
Philippi is where the apostle Paul is understood to have established the first Christian church on European soil, and the site's ruins are visited as a day trip from Thessaloniki on Day 3.
Yes — a private, air-conditioned van with an English-speaking driver is used throughout.
Up to three — Great Meteoron, Varlaam, and St. Nicholas Anapausas — are visited on the guided tour on Day 6.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

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