Pilgrimage to Greece, Turkey, & Italy
12 Days / 10 Nights
Embarking on a pilgrimage through the ancient lands of Turkey and Greece is not merely a travel itinerary; it is a transformative spiritual journey that resonates deeply with Christians. These regions, steeped in biblical history, offer a unique opportunity to trace the footsteps of the Apostle Paul and explore the seven churches of Revelation. We finish with 4-days in Rome, the majestic seat of the Catholic Church.
Inclusions
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
- Round-trip air: USA » Athens / Rome » USA
- Deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach
- Christian guide(s)
- Choice of 4 or 5-star hotels
- 3-night Athens accommodation
- 3-night cruise to Greek islands and Turkey
- Shore excursions, port taxes, and fuel surcharges
- Gratuities and complimentary drink package on cruise
- 4-night Rome accommodation
- Breakfasts and dinners daily (lunch during cruise)
- Daily tours, porterage, entrance fees, transfers
- Hotel taxes, service fees
- USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Progream
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Itinerary
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DAY 1 - Depart USA
Depart for overnight flight to Athens. Meals served on board.
DAY 2 - Athens
Upon arrival, transfer to hotel. Leisure time to adjust to the new time zone. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
DAY 3 - Athens
Mass at Catholic Cathedral. Tour of Athens, including Agora, Acropolis, Parthenon, Hadrian’s Arch, Temple of Zeus. Visit Monastery of Kaisariani. Dinner at the hotel.
DAY 4 - Athens » Piraeus » Mykonos - Cruise
Mass at the Cathedral. Transfer to Piraeus, board cruise to Greek islands and Turkey. Explore Mykonos. Dinner and overnight on the cruise.
DAY 5 - Kuşadası » Patmos - Cruise
Visit Ephesus, St. John’s Basilica, Temple of Diana, House of Mary. Cruise to Patmos. Visit Monastery of St. John, grotto. Dinner and overnight on the cruise.
DAY 6 - Heraklion - Cruise » Santorini
Dock in Heraklion, optional excursion to Knossos. Visit Santorini, explore villages. Dinner and overnight on the cruise.
DAY 7 - Athens Port » Corinth » Athens
Disembark and drive to Corinth. Visit Corinth Canal, ancient Corinth. Return to Athens. Dinner at the hotel.
DAY 8 - Athens » Rome
Fly to Rome. Mass at Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls. Transfer to hotel. Dinner at the hotel.
DAY 9 - Rome - Papal Audience
Mass at a local church. Papal Audience in Vatican City (subject to schedule). Leisure time. Dinner at the hotel.
DAY 10 - Rome - St. John Lateran, Ancient Rome, & St. Peter’s in Chains
Visit Basilica of St. John Lateran, Scala Santa. Explore ancient Rome. Dinner at a local restaurant.
DAY 11 - Rome - Scavi Tour, Vatican Museum, & St. Peter’s Basilica
Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica. Scavi excavations, Vatican Museum. Leisure time. Dinner at the hotel.
DAY 12 - Rome » USA
Transfer to the airport for the return flight home.
DAY 2 - Athens
Upon arrival, transfer to hotel. Leisure time to adjust to the new time zone. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
DAY 3 - Athens
Mass at Catholic Cathedral. Tour of Athens, including Agora, Acropolis, Parthenon, Hadrian’s Arch, Temple of Zeus. Visit Monastery of Kaisariani. Dinner at the hotel.
DAY 5 - Kuşadası » Patmos - Cruise
Visit Ephesus, St. John’s Basilica, Temple of Diana, House of Mary. Cruise to Patmos. Visit Monastery of St. John, grotto. Dinner and overnight on the cruise.
DAY 8 - Athens » Rome
Fly to Rome. Mass at Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls. Transfer to hotel. Dinner at the hotel.
Hotel Information
Optional Tour Add-Ons
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