Footsteps of Paul - March 13-24, 2025 Sponsored and led by Imagine Tours Hosted by: The Rev. David T. Drake - Rector, Church of the Resurrection
Embark on an unforgettable journey to Greece with an overnight flight to Athens, setting the stage for an adventure filled with history and discovery. Travel through Northern Greece, from Thessaloniki to Philippi and Kavala. Explore the ancient wonders of Corinth and Athens, from the iconic Acropolis to Mars Hill, where Paul delivered his speech on the "Unknown God." Marvel at the awe-inspiring monasteries of Meteora. We will then embark on a Cruise to Mykonos, Ephesus, Patmos and Santorini.
Church of the Resurrection is excited to offer this trip for First time! For more information contact the office at Church of the Resurrection:410-560-0456 or [email protected].
Trip Itinerary Overview:
Thursday 3/13: Departure – Depart the United States for an overnight flight to Athens.
Friday 3/14: Arrival and Acclimate in Athens – Arrive in Athens and gather at our hotel
Saturday 3/15: Arrive in Thessaloniki – Visit Paul's 1st step to bringing the Gospel to Europe. Drive to Kavala
Sunday 3/16: Philippi – Via Egnatia to the funerary Lion of Amphipolis, Philippi and the Baptistery of Lydia.
Monday 3/17: Thessaloniki– Explore the landmarks of the city of Thessaloniki and travel through Berea to Kalambaka.
Tuesday 3/18: Meteora –Visit the world famous Byzantine monasteries and enjoy dramatic vistas.
Wednesday 3/19: Athens – Acropolis, Mars Hill, Agora and many more historic and architectural wonders of ancient Athens
Thursday 3/20: Corinth-Athens - Visit Ancient Corinth, where Paul met Aquilla and Priscilla. Return to Athens and Lycabettus Hill
Friday 3/21: Cruise to Mykonos – Sail from Lavrion Port to Mykonos, the island of windmills
Saturday 3/22: Ephesus and Patmos – Excursion through the impressive remains of Ephesus and sail on to Patmos and the Monastery of St John, visiting the Grotto of Apocalypse.
Sunday 3/23: Crete and Santorini – Worship together on the boat, then explore the exquisite, whitewashed villages of Santorini
Monday 3/24: Athens/Return Home
The Cost for the “Traveling the Footsteps of Paul” Trip is: * Triple: $3855 plus airfare per person * Double $3995 plus airfare per person * Single $4,900 plus airfare Costs includeall meals except 6 lunches, excursion tips, exchanges, pre-trip materials. Additional costs include airfare, travel insurance, transportation to and from airport. While participants will book their own airfare, we will help you with departure and arrival times and offer group transportation to and from BWI or Dulles for an additional fee if there are enough going at the same time. Scholarships may be available.