A life Changing Journey to Greece

Ataraxia Tours Worldwide welcomes you to spiritual and enchanting journey in the land of Greece. Aplae where the deciples took the challenge of their faith. Experience the captivating Mediterranean brimming with ancient history, mesmerizing landscapes, and warm hospitality.

Greece has a rich cultural heritage that spans thousands of years. When it comes to describing this magnificent nation, words like “breathtaking,” “historic,” “picturesque,” “diverse,” and “culinary paradise” immediately come to mind. Join us on a journey to unravel the essence of Greece through its diverse terrain, legendary mythology, and its people’s zest for life.

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION

Greece

DEPARTURE TIME

Please arrive at least 2 hours before the flight.

INCLUDED

First class (4 Star) lodging	Modern transportation
breakfast and dinner daily	Professional guide

Sightseeing as listed.

NOT INCLUDED

Entrance fees

Guide gratuity

Greece is the most captivating Mediterranean country with a rich historical heritage, picturesque landscapes, and warm hospitality, making it a truly enchanting destination.

Greece is loved for its timeless beauty, diverse landscapes, fascinating history, and the genuine warmth and friendliness of its people, creating an irresistible allure for travelers from around the world.

Day 1: Departure from Destination

Today you embark on a Journey to the lands of ancient treasures and history with a flight to Athens. Prepare yourself for a life-changing experience. Get some good rest on the flight. Tomorrow you will be walking where the apostles walked!

Day 2

Arrival in Athens

Arrive at Athens International Airport.
Meet your guide and transfer to your hotel.
Evening at leisure to explore Plaka, the charming old district beneath the Acropolis.

Overnight in Athens

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 3 - Ancient Corinth & Cenchreae

We depart Athens this morning and travel west with a rest stop and photos at the Corinth Canal. Next, we visit ancient Corinth, the city that inspired many of Paul’s most familiar letters and is a highlight for the New Testament scholar. See the Archaeological Museum, the Market Place, the Bema, and the Temples. To enjoy a devotional in the midst of the ruins of the church of Corinth and see the pillars, steps, and public worship place where Paul preached will enhance your understanding and love for the Bible. The ruins of this important cultural center are fascinating as we walk along the stone path that the Apostle Paul walked. The engineering skill and intellect of these people are evident in the water systems that still flow from ancient to modern day. Our guide will be sure to show you the room dedicated to the medical care of that period. We travel on to the top of the nearby Acropolis where our guide will speak on the worship practices and point out the bird’s eye view of what was a bustling city of around 800,000 during Paul’s stay. Another important stop is a visit to Diolkos where we view the paved trackway which enabled boats to be moved overland across the Isthmus of Corinth and served as a life line for Corinth. This shortcut allowed ancient vessels to avoid the long and dangerous circumnavigation of the Peloponnese peninsula. Before returning to Athens, we will pass by Cenchreae, the ancient port region of Corinth. Acts 18:18 states the Apostle Paul stopped at Cenchreae during his second missionary journey, where he had his hair cut to fulfill a vow.

Overnight: Athens

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 4 - City of Athens

Following breakfast this morning we tour Athens, the foundation of democracy. We visit the Acropolis, the Parthenon, and Erectheum before viewing Athens atop Mars Hill where Paul stood and preached the truth to the Gentile nation. From atop Mars Hill we view the Agora below, the ancient marketplace and center of Athenian public life. Additional sites viewed during our panoramic bus tour are, the House of Parliament, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Olympic Stadium, and Presidential Palace. An option later this afternoon is a visit to the famous Plaka with a multitude of shops and cafes. Our lodging is in Athens for the evening.

Accomodation: Athens

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 5 - Meteora Monastery

From Athens, our tour travels northward past Thermopylae where we learn of the famous Spartan battle of 300. We continue through the mountains to Meteora. Here we see the world famous Byzantine monasteries that are perched precariously on summits of gray rock pinnacles of varied and beautiful shapes. Their history goes back to the 14th century when the monks sought refuge in the cliffside caves then fled higher to build the original wooden shelters, later transformed into monasteries. Our lodging this evening will be in Meteora.

Accommodation: Meteora

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 6: - Vergina, Berea, Thessalonica

Traveling north this morning, our first stop will be a visit to King Phillip’s (Alexander’s father) tomb in Vergina, one of the most outstanding finds in all of Greece. We then make the short trip to nearby Berea to view the synagogue where Paul preached. We stop at the Bema surrounded by mosaics of Paul and the plaque of scripture regarding the “more noble” church. The New Testament books of1 & 2 Thessalonians will come alive to us today as we arrive in the delightful harbor city of Thessalonica. En route to the hotel we will view the old city ramparts; the newly excavated Forum, St. George Church, an ancient Roman monument which was transformed into a church and the Galerius Arch which rises over the famous Via Egnatia. We spend two nights here.

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 7: Thessalonica,Philipp, Kavala

We begin the day by following the massive battlement Byzantine wall to the citadel for a panoramic view of the city. Next, we will visit Philippi and Kavala. Kavala is Greece’s prettiest mainland port with a most elegant harbor. Paul landed here with his disciples, Timothy and Silas. Luke, the Evangelist, also came here from Troas. This ancient city of Neapolis was later renamed Christoupolis because it was the first European city to accept Christianity. Imagine walking on the same sod as these men of the Bible! We will see the Roman Aqueduct and the ruins of the Acropolis in this beautifully located city, known since the 5th century as Kavala. Continue on to Philippi where Paul preached his first evangelical sermon and baptized the first Christians on European soil. We will view the baptismal site where Lydia surrendered her life to Christ and visit a crypt dating from the Roman period that is thought to have served as a prison for Paul. See the famous Acropolis, the Market Place, Basilica, and the Theatre. We return to Thessalonica and visit St. Demetrius Basilica, dedicated to a distinguished member of the Roman army and a martyred Christian convert, before returning to the hotel for our final night.

Accomodation: Thessalonica

Meals: Beakfast and Dinner

Day 8: Departure Home

Transfer to airport for flight home, filled with memories of Greece’s history, beauty, and Biblical heritage

Our journey has come to a end with beautiful memories and being spiritual filled. We welcome you back to explore more with us.

The itinerary is subject to change or be slightly modified in order to best meet the interests of the group

Language	English
Transport	Luxury Tourist Coaches , Cruise Ship
Accommodation	4 and 5 Star Hotels
Meals	Half Board - Breakfast and Dinner
Group Size	30 Plus

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