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April 30 - May 10 (waitlist)
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July 16 - 26		 $3,099 $2,999
September 3 - 13
September 10 - 20		 $3,199 $3,099
September 24 - October 4
October 22 - November 1		 $3,099 $2,999

Single Supplement: Year-round 2025: $1,100* (inside cabin), $1,150 (outside cabin)

*SINGLE CRUISE CABINS ARE LIMITED AND SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY. A $200 DISCOUNT IS AVAILABLE TO SINGLE PASSENGERS WHO ARE WILLING TO SHARE A CRUISE CABIN.

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Price Includes: Land Portion - first class (4 Star) lodging, breakfast and dinner daily, modern transportation, sightseeing as listed.
Cruise Portion - Inside cabin (category IA), 2 port tours (Patmos & Crete), onboard gratuities, non-alcoholic beverage package, all meals.


Please Note: Turkey and Greece gratuities will be paid in advance ($100 per person will be added to your final invoice for gratuities to be paid to driver, guide, and hotel staff while in Turkey and Greece).


Not Included: Land Portion - travel/cancellation insurance, Turkey visa.
Cruise Portion - Port taxes & service charges. ($180 will be added to your final invoice to prepay this cruise charge)
Flight Departures - Special fares are available nationwide including transfers. (transfers not included unless airfare is purchased from Pilgrim Tours)


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Airport transfers are included only when airfare is purchased from Pilgrim Tours. Taxi service is available for those purchasing their airfare elsewhere.


Deposit Required: A $500 per person US Dollar deposit (which includes a $100 non-refundable service fee) is required to secure a reservation.

Footsteps of Paul: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Footsteps of Paul?

The Footsteps of Paul refers to the missionary journeys of the Apostle Paul, who traveled Europe to bring Christ’s message to various regions. Our Footsteps of Paul tour gives you an opportunity to retrace the steps Paul took on his missionary journey. You’ll get a chance to follow the Footsteps of Paul in Italy, Greece, and Turkey on an exciting biblical adventure. During your trip, you’ll spend time in ancient cities including Corinth and Ephesus, as well as several more modern cities that are still thriving today.

The Footsteps of Apostle Paul tour is an excellent way to experience Christian history firsthand. The Apostle Paul traveled far and wide to spread the message of Christ, playing an important role in Early Christianity. The Epistles of Paul — thirteen of the books in the New Testament — were written by Paul and are some of the most important texts in Christian history. These books were actually letters sent by Paul to various churches throughout Europe, including Ephesus, Colossae, and Thessalonica.

This tour is one of our most popular Christian tours in Europe, giving you the unique opportunity to stand where key Christian figures lived and ministered thousands of years ago.


What parts of Greece will I see on the Footsteps of Paul tour?

During the Footsteps of Paul Greece tour, you’ll get to see various Greek cities and towns that were essential to early Christian history. After you arrive in Izmir (Turkey) and spend a night there, you’ll visit the ancient ruins of Ephesus, a once-busy port town that now exists as one of the best archeological sites in Europe. The next stop in Greece will be the Isle of Patmos, which is a protected historic monument. Here, you’ll be able to see the Monastery of St. John and the cave where John received the Revelation. Next on the list are Crete and Santorini, two contrasting islands where you can wind down and spend some time relaxing or take part in the shore excursions.

Ancient Corinth and Cenchrae are the next stops on your journey. In Corinth, we’ll see the Archaeological Museum, the Bema, and the Temples. You’ll also get to visit the ruins of the Church of Corinth. Cenchrae is the city where Paul stopped and had his hair cut during his second missionary journey as part of a vow.

Athens is one of the most important stops on any of our Christian fellowship tours. While you’re in Athens, we’ll tour the Acropolis, the Parthenon, and Erectheum. You can also visit the top of Mars Hill, where Paul stood while delivering his message.


What is the best time of year to do the Footsteps of Paul tour?

Like most of our tours, you can take Footsteps of Paul tours at any time. We offer a wide selection of departure dates between March and November, so you can start your journey at a time that’s convenient for you. However, there are a few things to consider before booking a tour with us.

From tours in Germany to our Christian tours throughout Europe, every region is busier during certain times of the year. If you visit during the peak of summer, you may have to deal with large crowds that make it difficult to enjoy a peaceful tour. Visiting during the off-season — in March, April or late October — gives you a chance to enjoy a more intimate tour without as many visitors.

You should also consider the weather before taking the Footsteps of Paul tour. Greece can be very hot during the middle of the summer, so it’s best to visit during fall or late spring if you don’t do well with summer weather. If you do visit during the summer, you’ll want to pack lightweight and breathable clothes that don’t weigh you down during the tour. Keep in mind that certain historical Christian locations also have dress codes.


What languages are spoken in Greece?

Greek is the official language of Greece, with 99% of the population speaking the language. English is the second most spoken language in Greece with about a third of the country speaking it. Other languages like French, German, and Italian are spoken by small portions of the population.


Are there other tours that trace the footsteps of Paul?

We offer several tours that allow you to visit essential early Christian cities and landmarks. Our Footsteps of Paul tour is just one of the tours that allows you to put yourself in the shoes of key figures in Christianity and walk where they once walked. Our Churches of Revelations tour gives you a chance to see the 7 Churches of Revelation. If you want to see Jordan and Israel, our Holy Land tours are perfect.

You can learn more about the tours we offer by checking out the scheduled tours on our website. You can even sort by location to find your ideal tour.


Day 1: Departure from US

Today we embark on our Journey to the lands of ancient treasures and Christian history with an overnight flight to Izmir. Prepare yourself for a life-changing experience. Get some rest on the flight…Tomorrow you will be walking where the apostles walked!


Day 2: Arrival Izmir

We transfer to our hotel in the lovely port city of Kusadasi, Turkey for the next two evenings. The remainder of your day is free to relax, sightsee on your own and enjoy your hotel facilities.


Day 3: Ephesus

We travel to the nearby town of Selcuk for a visit of ancient Ephesus. 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. We view the Library, Agora, theatre, colorful mosaics in the aristocratic Terrace Houses, and a panoramic outlook of the surrounding ancient port area (including a wealth of church history and cultural insight). Then we continue with a visit to the Basilica Church of St. John, which houses an immersion baptismal and is believed to be resting place of John. From here we have an excellent overview of the Ephesus harbor, the Mosque of Jesus, and see the site of the Temple of Artemis, which is listed as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.


Day 4: Isle of Patmos

This morning, we embark our cruise ship and sail for a visit to the beautiful Isle of Patmos, which is 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, enjoy dinner before settling in to your cabin for the night.


Day 5: Crete and Santorini

Crete is the largest and the most rugged of the Greek islands. Take a 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, & Nea Kameni. We arrive at the ship for dinner and evening entertainment.


Day 6: Disembark Cruise – Ancient Corinth & Cenchreae

We disembark the cruise 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 visit 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.


Day 7: 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.


Day 8: Meteora Monastery

Please prepare for a dress code today. In Meteora, women are required to wear skirts below the knee and men, pants.
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.


Day 9: Vergina, Berea, Thessalonica

Traveling northward into Macedonia we visit King Phillip's (Alexander's father) tomb in Vergina, one of the most outstanding finds in all of Greece. A stop will be made in Berea to view the ancient synagogue where Paul spoke and the Bema surrounded by mosaics of Paul and the plaque of scripture regarding the "more noble" church. The New Testament books of I & II 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.


Day 10: Thessalonica/Philippi/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.


Day 11: Homeward Bound

We transfer to the airport for our flight back to the USA.


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