Day 1 – Welcome to Greece! City Tour of Thessaloniki.

Arrival in Thessaloniki; start city tour & view the White Tower, an historical landmark before continuing on to visit the Archaeological Museum which houses interesting finds from the Archaic, Classical and Roman periods, with findings of Sindos area and a stunning exhibition of golden jewels. Further visit of St. Demetrios Basilica which was erected in the 5th century AD. The five aisled basilica suffered a tragic fire in the year 1917 but was later restored in 1948. Marvel at the beautiful mosaics, dating back from the 5th to 9th Centuries. Drive along the modern Egnatia street and view the Arch of Gallerius and St. George’s Rotonda. The tour will end with a short stop at the well-preserved Byzantine Basilica of St. Sophia, an 8th Century structure, rich in mosaics and frescoes. Transfer to your hotel for dinner and overnight.

 Day 2 – Visit Philippi and Kavala

After breakfast depart for full day excursion starting with a tour of the area to view the St. Sylas Monastery named after one of St. Paul’s companions. Proceed to St. Lydia’s Baptistery where the first Christian Lady of Europe was baptized and continue to the Archaeological Site of Philippi, founded by Philip II King of Macedonia. It was here too where St. Paul set foot on Europe during his second missionary journey, establishing a thriving Christian church. The ruins include the Forum Romanum with its Basilica, St. Paul’s Prison and the Theater. The famous road Egnatia, which once ran from Adriatic Sea to Constantinople, passed by this city. Then drive and visit the castle of the old town of Kavala, a historic place that was protecting it from enemies, it gives you an amazing view of Kavala city that everyone would enjoy! We'll have our lunch break by the picturesque fishing harbour of Kavala (ancient Neapolis), see the monument of St. Paul nearby, the impressive fortification surrounding the old town, the massive aqueduct and drive up the old town for the photo views. Return to Thessaloniki for dinner and overnight at your hotel.

 Day 3 – Visit Veria and drive to Kalambaka.

After breakfast at hotel, depart to Veria to visit the Church Of The Christ from the 14th a.d. and continue for a short visit at St. Paul’s Tribune where the 3 steps in situ and the modern mosaic. After lunch at local restaurant, drive on to Kalambaka, a small town at the foot of the astonishing complex of Meteora, gigantic rocks. Dinner and overnight at your hotel.
 
Day 4 – Visit Meteora Monasteries and drive to Delphi.

After breakfast, check out and depart at set time to visit the Meteora monasteries. These Byzantine monasteries are built on top of rock towers, providing fantastic views over the plain, are included in the UNESCO world heritage monuments. The monasteries are perched on top of towers of sandstone, which for centuries provided totally inaccessible retreats for the monks. It is considered one of the most beautiful area of mainland Greece, and the monasteries are one of the country's most unique attractions. Lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch at local restaurant, continue to Delphi for dinner and overnight at your hotel.
 
Day 5 – Visit Delphi, the sanctuary of Apollo. Your arrival in Athens.

After breakfast at hotel, depart to visit Delphi - once believed as the centre, “Naval” of the Earth, is the home of the Sanctuary of Apollo Pythios. You will also visit the Treasury of the Athenians and Delphi Museum, which hosts valuable pieces of art like the famous bronze charioteer. After lunch at local restaurant, drive to Arachova, a small picturesque village famous for its traditional dairy products, hand woven colorful rugs and carpets (short stop). Drive to Athens for dinner at Arabic restaurant; then transfer to hotel for overnight.
 
Day 6 – City Tour of Athens & The Acropolis. Visit Corinth arch. site.

Breakfast at hotel and depart to see the centre of the city, the Constitution Square (Syntagma), the House of Parliament, the Memorial to the Unknown Soldier, Academy, University & National library. On the way to the Acropolis you will see the Hadrian’s Arch, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and photo stop at the Panathenean Stadium, where the first Modern Olympic Games in 1896 were held. On the Acropolis visit the architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally the Parthenon “the harmony between material and spirit”, the monument that “puts order in mind”.  Then visit Mars Hill where Paul preached to the Athenians and after lunch at local restaurant, continue drive south west until we reach the Corinth Canal which connects the Aegean Sea with the Ionian sea (photo stop). Continue to visit Ancient Corinth where St. Paul lived and preached for two years. The remains of the city, which include the Agora (market place) and Apollo’s Temple (6th century B.C) clearly show how rich and important Corinth was in ancient times. A short stop at the site of the ancient port of Kehries, where St. Paul disembarked, will conclude the visit. Then return to Athens. After dinner at Oriental restaurant return to hotel in Athens for overnight.

Day 7 – Athens, departure

After breakfast, you will be met, at set time, depart to Athens Airport. Connect with your International flight back home.

Tour Package includes:
 7-day tour by deluxe air-conditioned motor-coach as per above mentioned itinerary:
 English-speaking guide at every single site.
 Entrance fees to the Byzantine & Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki, archaeological site or Philippi,
 Byzantine Monasteries of Meteora, Archaeological site & Museum of Delphi, Acropolis site & Corinth site.  
 Meals at local restaurants as mentioned in the above itinerary.
    
Tour package excludes:
Tips for drivers / guides/escorts
Portage at hotels/airports/ports overnight tax (payable directly at hotels). (3 Euro per room per night in 4 star hotel, 1,5 Euro per room per night in 3 star hotel)
Any other service that is not mentioned in

tour package Hotels:
2 nights on BB basis at hotel in Thessaloniki  Hotel Capsis or similar 4*
1 night on HB basis at hotel in Kalambaka Hotel Divani Kalambaka or similar 4*
1 night on HB basis at hotel in Delphi or Itea Hotel Nafsika Palace or similar 4*
2 nights on BB basis at hotel in Athens  Hotel Titania or similar 4*