walking in the footsteps of paul
walking in the footsteps of paul
$6,399
CAD
$6,399 CAD | 11 days
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Day
Location
Details
September9
Depart Toronto
Day 1 ~ Wednesday
Today we embark on our Journey to the lands of ancient treasures and Christian history with an overnight flight to Athens.
Today we embark on our Journey to the lands of ancient treasures and Christian history with an overnight flight to Athens.
September10
Athens
Day 2 ~ Thursday
Arrive in Athens (AC 896 at 10:55) and connect on to our domestic flight to Thessaloniki. Dinner and overnight in Thessaloniki.
Arrive in Athens (AC 896 at 10:55) and connect on to our domestic flight to Thessaloniki. Dinner and overnight in Thessaloniki.
September11
Kavala - Philippi
Day 3 ~ Friday
Paul landed in Kavala with his disciples, Timothy and Silas. Luke, the Evangelist, also came here from Troas. 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. Dinner and overnight in Thessaloniki.
Paul landed in Kavala with his disciples, Timothy and Silas. Luke, the Evangelist, also came here from Troas. 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. Dinner and overnight in Thessaloniki.
September12
Berea - Vergina - Thessalonica
Day 4 ~ Saturday
Travel to nearby Berea to view the synagogue where Paul preached. Stop at the Bema surrounded by mosaics of Paul. Visit to King Phillip’s (Alexander’s father) tomb in Vergina, one of the most outstanding finds in all of Greece. Bus tour of modern-day Thessaloniki and visit the first century ruins of the Roman Forum. Dinner and overnight in Kalambaka.
Travel to nearby Berea to view the synagogue where Paul preached. Stop at the Bema surrounded by mosaics of Paul. Visit to King Phillip’s (Alexander’s father) tomb in Vergina, one of the most outstanding finds in all of Greece. Bus tour of modern-day Thessaloniki and visit the first century ruins of the Roman Forum. Dinner and overnight in Kalambaka.
September13
Meteora
Day 5 ~ Sunday
We continue through the mountains to Meteora. See the world famous Byzantine monasteries that are perched precariously on summits of gray rock pinnacles of varied and beautiful shapes. Drive to Athens. Dinner and overnight in Athens.
We continue through the mountains to Meteora. See the world famous Byzantine monasteries that are perched precariously on summits of gray rock pinnacles of varied and beautiful shapes. Drive to Athens. Dinner and overnight in Athens.
September14
Cruising Mykonos
Day 6 ~ Monday
We sail this morning from Athens to the quaint isle of Mykonos, called the island of windmills. Experience the waterfront lined with shops and cafes and then stroll the charming walkways through a maze of whitewashed buildings before returning to the ship for dinner and evening entertainment. Dinner and overnight on the Celestyal Discovery Cruise Ship.
We sail this morning from Athens to the quaint isle of Mykonos, called the island of windmills. Experience the waterfront lined with shops and cafes and then stroll the charming walkways through a maze of whitewashed buildings before returning to the ship for dinner and evening entertainment. Dinner and overnight on the Celestyal Discovery Cruise Ship.
September15
Ephesus - Patmos
Day 7 ~ Tuesday
Docking in Turkey, enjoy a tour of Ephesus, the city of the Bible and one of the largest restorations still in progress with miles of ancient treasures. Ephesus was once a thriving port town of 250,000 people. Today you can still see the spectacular excavations of the major streets in this ancient city including the Agora, the Odeon, the Library, the marble-paved main Street, the Baths, Trajan’s Fountain, the Residences of the Patricians, the rytaneum, and Temple of Hadrian. The Great Theatre, built in the 4th century B.C., could accommodate 24,000 spectators and it is famous even nowadays for its acoustics. This afternoon we visit the Isle of Patmos, under statutory protection as a historic monument. Here we have a tour to see the fortified monastery of St. John and the cave claimed to be where John received the Revelation. Back on the ship, sail for Rhodes. Dinner and overnight on the Celestyal Discovery Cruise Ship.
(Shore Excursion to Ephesus and Patmos are included)
Docking in Turkey, enjoy a tour of Ephesus, the city of the Bible and one of the largest restorations still in progress with miles of ancient treasures. Ephesus was once a thriving port town of 250,000 people. Today you can still see the spectacular excavations of the major streets in this ancient city including the Agora, the Odeon, the Library, the marble-paved main Street, the Baths, Trajan’s Fountain, the Residences of the Patricians, the rytaneum, and Temple of Hadrian. The Great Theatre, built in the 4th century B.C., could accommodate 24,000 spectators and it is famous even nowadays for its acoustics. This afternoon we visit the Isle of Patmos, under statutory protection as a historic monument. Here we have a tour to see the fortified monastery of St. John and the cave claimed to be where John received the Revelation. Back on the ship, sail for Rhodes. Dinner and overnight on the Celestyal Discovery Cruise Ship.
(Shore Excursion to Ephesus and Patmos are included)
September16
Rhodes
Day 8 ~ Wednesday
Early morning arrival in Rhodes. This fortified stronghold was built by a Crusading Order which originated from Palestine. After your stroll, enjoy the cosmopolitan atmosphere from one of the elegant cafes on the yacht harbor, or take the OPTIONAL excursion to visit the Temple of Athena on the majestic, rocky Acropolis of Lindos, with the blue Aegean beneath it and the sophisticated, whitewashed artists’ colony at its foot. Dinner and overnight on the Celestyal Discovery Cruise Ship.
Early morning arrival in Rhodes. This fortified stronghold was built by a Crusading Order which originated from Palestine. After your stroll, enjoy the cosmopolitan atmosphere from one of the elegant cafes on the yacht harbor, or take the OPTIONAL excursion to visit the Temple of Athena on the majestic, rocky Acropolis of Lindos, with the blue Aegean beneath it and the sophisticated, whitewashed artists’ colony at its foot. Dinner and overnight on the Celestyal Discovery Cruise Ship.
September17
Crete - Santorini
Day 9 ~ Thursday
Crete is the largest and the most rugged of the Greek islands. OPTIONAL tour to Heraklion and the fantastic ruins of the Palace of Knossos. Discovered in 1899 and partially reconstructed, the elaborate Palace is believed to be the mythical Labyrinth of King Minos and the seat of ancient Minoan culture. This afternoon visit the island of Santorini which is perhaps the most breathtaking of all the Greek Islands. You may choose to take an OPTIONAL panoramic bus tour viewing some of the most spectacular scenery of the Aegean. Travel through countless villages and settlements with delicate architecture and beauties eventually arriving in Oia. During your time in Oia, visit the many narrow streets, open-air cafes and glittering boutiques. Upon returning to the ship, we view the lace-like caldera, the little islands of Thirasia, Palea, and Nea Kameni. We arrive at the ship for dinner and evening entertainment. Dinner and overnight on the Celestyal Discovery Cruise Ship.
Crete is the largest and the most rugged of the Greek islands. OPTIONAL tour to Heraklion and the fantastic ruins of the Palace of Knossos. Discovered in 1899 and partially reconstructed, the elaborate Palace is believed to be the mythical Labyrinth of King Minos and the seat of ancient Minoan culture. This afternoon visit the island of Santorini which is perhaps the most breathtaking of all the Greek Islands. You may choose to take an OPTIONAL panoramic bus tour viewing some of the most spectacular scenery of the Aegean. Travel through countless villages and settlements with delicate architecture and beauties eventually arriving in Oia. During your time in Oia, visit the many narrow streets, open-air cafes and glittering boutiques. Upon returning to the ship, we view the lace-like caldera, the little islands of Thirasia, Palea, and Nea Kameni. We arrive at the ship for dinner and evening entertainment. Dinner and overnight on the Celestyal Discovery Cruise Ship.
September18
Corinth - Athens
Day 10 ~ Friday
Tour the city of Corinth, where the apostle Paul met fellow tentmakers Aquila and Priscilla; Crispus responded to Paul’s preaching; he and many others believed and were baptized; establishing the church at Corinth to whom Paul later wrote his two epistles. Discover the Archaeological Museum, Market Place and Temples. Stand on the Bema, where the apostle Paul stood before Gallio to face charges. Stop briefly at the port town of Cenchreae from which Paul later departed for Syria.
Tour the rich architectural splendor of the ancient city of Athens—the Acropolis, the Propylaea, the Parthenon and the Erectheum. We will stand on Mars Hill. View the Agora—where the Apostle Paul preached “Jesus and the resurrection”. See the House of Parliament, the Presidential Palace and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Dinner and overnight in Athens.
Tour the city of Corinth, where the apostle Paul met fellow tentmakers Aquila and Priscilla; Crispus responded to Paul’s preaching; he and many others believed and were baptized; establishing the church at Corinth to whom Paul later wrote his two epistles. Discover the Archaeological Museum, Market Place and Temples. Stand on the Bema, where the apostle Paul stood before Gallio to face charges. Stop briefly at the port town of Cenchreae from which Paul later departed for Syria.
Tour the rich architectural splendor of the ancient city of Athens—the Acropolis, the Propylaea, the Parthenon and the Erectheum. We will stand on Mars Hill. View the Agora—where the Apostle Paul preached “Jesus and the resurrection”. See the House of Parliament, the Presidential Palace and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Dinner and overnight in Athens.
September19
Return to Canada
Day 11 ~ Saturday
We transfer to the Athens airport for our flight home to Toronto AC 897 at 13:10
We transfer to the Athens airport for our flight home to Toronto AC 897 at 13:10
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
All participants must review the Full Terms of Service here https://www.ihtours.com/terms-of-service/. These full terms of service will govern on all matters not specifically mentioned below.
TOUR PRICE: $6,399 Canadian per person based on double occupancy.
RATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE FOR ANY MAJOR CURRENCY FLUCTUATION BETWEEN THE CANADIAN AND U.S. DOLLAR
PAYMENTS:
International Heritage Tours requires a deposit of $400 per person immediately, which is refundable 90 days before departure (June 11, 2026) less $200 administration fee and full non-refundable payment 60 days before departure (July 11, 2026). Please send e-transfers to: [email protected] Please put the code 'DK5039' in the notes for us to match the payment.
You may also pay by personal cheque or credit card made payable to:
International Heritage Tours
7117 Bathurst Street, Suite 200
Thornhill, ON
L4J 2J6
INCLUDED:
The rates include the following hotels or similar
* 9 night’s hotel accommodations in the following cities
- 2 nights (1+1) Wyndham Grand Athens Hotel
- 2 nights Capsis Hotel, Thessaloniki
- 1 night Amalia Hotel, Kalambaka
- 4 nights Celestyal Cruise in Inside Cabins
* Roundtrip air fare on Air Canada flying Non-Stop from Toronto to Athens.
* Arrival and departure transfers from/to the airport
* Breakfasts and dinners in the hotels daily
* Breakfast, lunch and dinners on the cruise + Unlimited drinks (coffee, tea, sodas, beer, wine) on board the cruise ship during the meals only.
* Full days of sightseeing as per your itinerary in Greece
* Shore excursions to Ancient Ephesus and Patmos
* Entrance fees to all places of interest
* Licensed English speaking tour guide in Greece and tour escort on the cruise
* Modern Air Conditioned motor coach
* Porterage of 1 piece of luggage per person for the airport and hotel
* Port taxes and Cruise Tips and Cruise fuel supplement
* Overnight Hotel Stay taxes in Greece
NOT INCLUDED:
* Single Supplement $1700.00 CAD
* Greece Government Sustainable Development Fee -to be paid onboard ship
* Upgrade to Standard Outside cabin $370CAD per person (based on double occupancy). Upgrade to Standard Outside cabin for single is $700 CAD.
* Upgrade to SUPERIOR Outside cabin $580 CAD per person (based on double occupancy). Upgrade to SUPERIOR Outside cabin for single is $1120 CAD.
* Additional Shore Excursions: The ports of call are Mykonos, Kusadasi (Ephesus), Patmos, Rhodes, Heraklion (Crete) and Santorini. If you would like to purchase additional shore excursions not included on the tour (Ephesus & Patmos), you may do that onboard for approximately $80-90 USD per person.
* Travel Insurance
* Lunches during the land touring in Greece
* Tips to the guide, driver and dining room staff.
Recommended tips are:
3-4 Euros for the guide and 2 Euros for the driver for half day shore excursions and 6-8 Euros for the guide and 4-6 Euros for the driver on the regular touring days. Approximate Total of 90-100 Euros for tips; please give to the tour leader in an envelope.
DOCUMENTATION:
Please ensure that you are in possession of a Canadian/USA Passport valid for at least 6 months after your arrival in Greece. If you have a passport from another country, it is your responsibility to inquire at the appropriate Consulate if a Visa is required.
CONTACT:
Pastor Mark Sheldrake
Tel: 877-234-2030
Email: [email protected]
All participants must review the Full Terms of Service here https://www.ihtours.com/terms-of-service/. These full terms of service will govern on all matters not specifically mentioned below.
TOUR PRICE: $6,399 Canadian per person based on double occupancy.
RATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE FOR ANY MAJOR CURRENCY FLUCTUATION BETWEEN THE CANADIAN AND U.S. DOLLAR
PAYMENTS:
International Heritage Tours requires a deposit of $400 per person immediately, which is refundable 90 days before departure (June 11, 2026) less $200 administration fee and full non-refundable payment 60 days before departure (July 11, 2026). Please send e-transfers to: [email protected] Please put the code 'DK5039' in the notes for us to match the payment.
You may also pay by personal cheque or credit card made payable to:
International Heritage Tours
7117 Bathurst Street, Suite 200
Thornhill, ON
L4J 2J6
INCLUDED:
The rates include the following hotels or similar
* 9 night’s hotel accommodations in the following cities
- 2 nights (1+1) Wyndham Grand Athens Hotel
- 2 nights Capsis Hotel, Thessaloniki
- 1 night Amalia Hotel, Kalambaka
- 4 nights Celestyal Cruise in Inside Cabins
* Roundtrip air fare on Air Canada flying Non-Stop from Toronto to Athens.
* Arrival and departure transfers from/to the airport
* Breakfasts and dinners in the hotels daily
* Breakfast, lunch and dinners on the cruise + Unlimited drinks (coffee, tea, sodas, beer, wine) on board the cruise ship during the meals only.
* Full days of sightseeing as per your itinerary in Greece
* Shore excursions to Ancient Ephesus and Patmos
* Entrance fees to all places of interest
* Licensed English speaking tour guide in Greece and tour escort on the cruise
* Modern Air Conditioned motor coach
* Porterage of 1 piece of luggage per person for the airport and hotel
* Port taxes and Cruise Tips and Cruise fuel supplement
* Overnight Hotel Stay taxes in Greece
NOT INCLUDED:
* Single Supplement $1700.00 CAD
* Greece Government Sustainable Development Fee -to be paid onboard ship
* Upgrade to Standard Outside cabin $370CAD per person (based on double occupancy). Upgrade to Standard Outside cabin for single is $700 CAD.
* Upgrade to SUPERIOR Outside cabin $580 CAD per person (based on double occupancy). Upgrade to SUPERIOR Outside cabin for single is $1120 CAD.
* Additional Shore Excursions: The ports of call are Mykonos, Kusadasi (Ephesus), Patmos, Rhodes, Heraklion (Crete) and Santorini. If you would like to purchase additional shore excursions not included on the tour (Ephesus & Patmos), you may do that onboard for approximately $80-90 USD per person.
* Travel Insurance
* Lunches during the land touring in Greece
* Tips to the guide, driver and dining room staff.
Recommended tips are:
3-4 Euros for the guide and 2 Euros for the driver for half day shore excursions and 6-8 Euros for the guide and 4-6 Euros for the driver on the regular touring days. Approximate Total of 90-100 Euros for tips; please give to the tour leader in an envelope.
DOCUMENTATION:
Please ensure that you are in possession of a Canadian/USA Passport valid for at least 6 months after your arrival in Greece. If you have a passport from another country, it is your responsibility to inquire at the appropriate Consulate if a Visa is required.
CONTACT:
Pastor Mark Sheldrake
Tel: 877-234-2030
Email: [email protected]
**THE ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND MAY VARY IN THE ORDER YOU VISIT**
