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Footsteps of Apostle Paul - Faith-Based Travel

May 21 - Jun 2, 2026

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Deanna Shorrock

Shore 2 Shore Vacations, LLC

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Overview


Travel in the steps of Apostle Paul on a 10-day religious tour of Greece and Turkey, retracing the missionary journeys of the Apostle Paul. This tour includes visits to significant New Testament sites and a 3-day cruise aboard the Celestyal Discovery, exploring the Greek Isles and Turkey.

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Footsteps of the Apostle Paul in Athens

Destination Overview Athens, the cradle of Western civilization, is a city where ancient history and vibrant modern life coexist in harmony. Known for its iconic ruins, bustling markets, and rich cultural tapestry, Athens is a place where every co...

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Footsteps of the Apostle Paul Tour Packing List

Essential Documents & Money Passport & ID: Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your travel dates. Travel Insurance: Coverage for health, belongings, and trip interruptions is essential. Credit Cards & Local Currency: While c...

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Day 1 · Thu, May 21 · U.S.A


OPTIONAL - Flight Departure with Arrival on May 22, 2026

Important Information: Flight prices are not included and will be based on the day, flight, and departure city to determine the exact air price. Please note that flight prices are subject to change until the air is paid in full and ticketed.

Day 2 · Fri, May 22


OPTIONAL - Flight arriving in Athens, Greece - Price & Schedule to be advised...

OPTIONAL - Flight Departure with Arrival on May 23, 2026

Important Information: Flight prices are not included and will be based on the day, flight, and departure city to determine the exact air price. Please note that flight prices are subject to change until the air is paid in full and ticketed.

Optional Pre-tour Hotel Accommodations - To be advised...

May 22 - 24, 2026

Pre-tour stay is OPTIONAL and NOT included in the tour package pricing. Please speak with Deanna if you are interested in arriving early before the tour begins in Athens.

Day 3 · Sat, May 23 · Athens, Greece


Optional Pre-tour Hotel Accommodations - To be advised...

May 23 - 25, 2026

Pre-tour stay is OPTIONAL and NOT included in the tour package pricing. Please speak with Deanna if you are interested in arriving early before the tour begins in Athens.

Day 4 · Sun, May 24 · Athens to Kalambaka, Greece


Welcome to Athens

Welcome to Athens! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. Dinner

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The Miracles of Greece

Depart Athens for a scenic drive to Kalambaka. Meteora: Visit two monasteries including the Holy Monastery of Varlaam. Enjoy a scenic drive en route to Kalambaka. Distance: 229mi / 368km Breakfast Dinner Natural Wonders: Visit the magnificent natu...

Day 5 · Mon, May 25 · Kalambaka to Thessaloniki, Greece


Greek Tragedies & Grand Treasures

Veria: Visit the Bema of Apostle Paul. Thessaloniki: An orientation drive includes the White Tower and Aristotelous Square. Visit Ag. Dimitros Basilika. Distance: 145 mi / 234 km Breakfast Dinner Historic Spots: See Thessaloniki's iconic 15th-cent...

Day 6 · Tue, May 26 · Thessaloniki, Greece


A Disciple's Destiny

Philippi: Visit Lydia’s Baptistery, the forum, ruins of the Basilicas, and the theatre. Kavala: An orientation drive includes Neapolis of the Acts and St. Paul’s mosaic. Free time for lunch before returning to Thessaloniki. Distance: 219mi/350km B...

Day 7 · Wed, May 27 · Thessaloniki to Athens, Greece


Warriors & The Ancient World

Thermopylae: Stop at the battle site. Athens: Free time this evening. Distance: 314 mi / 503 km Breakfast Epic Ride: Travel through the coastal floodplain of the Spercheios river, surrounded by sloping forested limestone mountains and the thermal ...

Day 8 · Thu, May 28 · Athens to Mykonos, Greece


About Your Cruise - Sun-Kissed Beauty

Athens: Embark on your Mediterranean cruise through the Greek Islands and Turkey. Mykonos: Free time this afternoon and evening. Breakfast Lunch Dinner Picture Perfect: Explore the whitewashed paradise of Mykonos with its iconic windmills.

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Day 9 · Fri, May 29 · Kusadasi, Turkey to Patmos, Greece


Divine Dwellings & Digs - Kusadasi: Take a guided visit to the Ephesus Archaeological site.

May 29

Kusadasi: Take a guided visit to the Ephesus Archaeological site. Patmos: Enjoy free time to explore the island. Breakfast Lunch Dinner Historic Spot: Explore one of the largest Roman archaeological sites in the eastern Mediterranean with a visit ...

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Day 10 · Sat, May 30 · Heraklion, Crete to Santorini, Greece


The Bronze Age on the Blue Aegean

May 30

Heraklion: Take a guided visit to the Minoan Palace of Knossos. Santorini: Visit the island (weather permitting). Free time this afternoon. Breakfast Lunch Dinner Legends & Lore: Visit the extraordinary royal ruins of the Minoan Palace of Knossos.

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Day 11 · Sun, May 31 · Athens to Corinth, Greece


A Metropolis of Mythic Proportions

Athens: Disembark your cruise and take a scenic drive to the Corinth Canal with a photo stop. Corinth: Enjoy a guided visit to the excavations, including Agora and St. Paul’s Bema. Athens: Guided sightseeing and free time before a farewell dinner ...

Day 12 · Mon, Jun 1 · Athens, Greece


Disembarkation in Athens: Corinth and Athens (101 miles). Farewell dinner

Day 13 · Tue, Jun 2 · home


End of Tour - Departure or Optional post stay

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Breakfast

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Flight from Athens back to U.S.A - To be advised...