Beautiful Greece
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DAY 1: USA – THESSALONIKI
Today marks the magic moment when our motorcoach awaits to take you to the airport for your flight to Greece - The Cradle of Western Civilization. Relax and enjoy the inflight services as we prepare ourselves for a life-changing experience, for tomorrow you will be walking in the footsteps of the St. Paul the Apostle- the most prominent personality of the New Testament, apart from Jesus himself. Dinner and breakfast will be served in flight.
DAY 2: THESSALONIKI
Welcome to Thessaloniki - the land of Alexander the Great and an early center for Christianity. Paul and his disciples Silas, Timothy and Luke, the Physician, came here on his second missionary journey. He preached in the city’s synagogue for three weeks and established a Jewish-Gentile church. Today the books of the New Testament I & II, Thessalonians, will come alive .
See the Old City’s ramparts; the newly excavate Forum, Saint Geroge Church, an ancient Roman Monument which was transformed into a church and the Galerius Arch which rises over the famous Via Egnatia - a Roman road built in the 2nd century BC that connected the Adriatic Sea with the Aegean Sea and Byzantium. This ancient road was used by Paul, Caesar, Antony, Octavian, Trajan and the Crusaders on their way to the Holy Land. Imagine walking on the same streets at these men of the Bible!
See the Old City’s ramparts; the newly excavate Forum, Saint Geroge Church, an ancient Roman Monument which was transformed into a church and the Galerius Arch which rises over the famous Via Egnatia - a Roman road built in the 2nd century BC that connected the Adriatic Sea with the Aegean Sea and Byzantium. This ancient road was used by Paul, Caesar, Antony, Octavian, Trajan and the Crusaders on their way to the Holy Land. Imagine walking on the same streets at these men of the Bible!
DAY 5: METEORA MONESTARY – DELPHI
Our day begins with a visit the world-famous Byzantine Monasteries. Perched precariously on summits of gray rock pinnacles these monasteries and their history date back to the 14th century when the Monks sought refuge and solitude in the Cliffside caves. The intricate designs and exquisite Byzantine Art will simply amaze you!
Later we continue Delphi; “the Navel of the Earth” nestled on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. In ancient times Delphi held a great religious significance because of its connection the Greek god Apollo. In ancient times, people travel here to seek guidance from the mysterious oracle. As you tour the Delphi archeological site, you will feel the mystery surrounding the "Temple of Apollo.
We also visit the Archaeological Museum, with its brilliant collection of ancient artifacts, marvel at the site of the “Charioteer” -a 5th century bronze statue so delicately crafted you can see his eyelashes!
Later we continue Delphi; “the Navel of the Earth” nestled on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. In ancient times Delphi held a great religious significance because of its connection the Greek god Apollo. In ancient times, people travel here to seek guidance from the mysterious oracle. As you tour the Delphi archeological site, you will feel the mystery surrounding the "Temple of Apollo.
We also visit the Archaeological Museum, with its brilliant collection of ancient artifacts, marvel at the site of the “Charioteer” -a 5th century bronze statue so delicately crafted you can see his eyelashes!
DAY 6 ATHENS – ACROPOLIS
On today’s journey, a kaleidoscope of landscapes parades past the coach windows as we drive along the slopes of Mount Parnassus accompanied with unparalleled beauty we arrive in Athens. Your orientation city tour highlights the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, guarded by the Evzones dressed in their National Costumes. We make a photo stop at the Olympic Stadium, then continue past the Presidential Palace, The Greek Parliament, Constitution Square, The National Garden, Andrian’s Arch, and the Temple of Olympian Zeus.
Today’s highlight is the “ the Acropolis”, Athens’ most famous landmark, crowned by its exquisite Parthenon. Here you will see the columnar Gate of Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, and Mars Hill, the Areopagus, where St. Paul delivered his soul-stirring sermon to the “Great Men of Athens.
Today’s highlight is the “ the Acropolis”, Athens’ most famous landmark, crowned by its exquisite Parthenon. Here you will see the columnar Gate of Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, and Mars Hill, the Areopagus, where St. Paul delivered his soul-stirring sermon to the “Great Men of Athens.