Last Mission of St Paul
THREE COUNTRIES
Greece, Sicily Italy and Malta for FOURTEEN exciting days.
25th May - 7th June, 2027
First Class all the way!
A wonderful exploration of ancient Christianity, with modern conveniences and timeless luxury.
Even if you have been to Greece before, this fully escorted Tour is carefully designed to be unique, spiritually uplifting and fun for all ages.
Accommodation in 5 Star Hotels - Twin Share
One (European) flight and two ferry rides to the island are included.
Daily Breakfast, 5 Dinners & 2 Lunches per itinerary.
Land & Sea Transportation (luxury coach and ferries.)
Land Tour in Five- & Four-Star Hotels - Twin Share (excluding international airfare)
(see itinerary below)
THIS GREAT LAND PACKAGE INCLUDES:
Accommodation in twin share Luxurious Hotels5*
Daily Breakfast - Five Dinners - Two Lunches
Luxury Coach - Accredited Local Guides - Two Ferry Trips (One flight from Athens to Catania)
Tuesday 25th May - Day 1 - GROUP departure to Thessaloniki
Your fabulous journey begins now
Wednesday 26th May - Day 2 - Arriving Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki - second largest city in Greece and the “foodie” capital of Greece. Your bus is waiting at the airport to transfer the group to our Hotel. Check in - Orientation - Welcome group dinner. (D)
Thursday 27 May - Day 3 - St Paisios - Saroti - Philippi – Thessaloniki
After breakfast, we travel to Saroti, the Monastery of St John The Baptist to visit and venerate St Paisios relics. We continue the journey through the regions of Amphipolis and Apolliana on the way to Kavala-Philippi where St Paul started his ministry. Among the gathered crowds, St Paul encountered a devout woman named Lydia. After he baptized her, she played a huge role in spreading the Gospel. We visit the baptism site where a Church was built in her name. Philippi is also where St Paul and Silas were prosecuted, beaten and imprisoned in the Agora. By God’s intervention, an earthquake shook the jail and broke their chains. They did not escape to protect the jailer from punishment, so he rewarded them by attending to their wounds and took them to his home where all of his house members were baptized. Return to Thessaloniki - such a vibrant City with significant historical and cultural charm. St Paul preached in the synagogue here for three consecutive Sabbaths, teaching about the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Christ. His compelling words influenced many, leading to the establishment of a strong Christian community. This is a very rich city of Saints; St Demetrios, St David of Thessaloniki, St Gregory Palamas, to name a few. L. Free evening.
Friday 28th May - Day 4 - Veria - Thessaloniki
After breakfast, we journey to Veria to visit St Kyriaki the most reverend Monastery in Berea, followed by visiting the city where St Paul preached. “On the steps of St Paul.” The city is known for its many Byzantine Churches, earning it the nickname "Little Jerusalem." Group lunch and back to “Amazing Thessaloniki” to venerate the Patron Saint of the city, Saint Demetrios, the Myrrh-gusher, Holy great-Martyr, commander of the Roman forces in Thessaly. Free evening to explore the night life of this gorgeous city. (L) (free evening in Thessa)
Saturday 29th May - Day 5 - Check out - Thessaloniki - Meteora
After breakfast, We leave Thessaloniki as we head out to the Magical Meteora. No words can describe the beauty and deep spirituality of this ancient site with many beautiful Monasteries. Let your own experience decide. Group dinner and overnight at Kalambaka. (D)
Sunday 30th May - Day 6 - Check out - Kalambaka - Kastraki - Athens
Check out, (breakfast is optional), we head to St Stephen Monastery to attend the Liturgy, and venerate the first martyr’s relics, visit the amazing museum as well. We continue driving towards Athens, on the way we stop at the Monastery of St Luke, 10th-century Byzantine gem featuring remarkable mosaics and architecture, founded by the hermit Saint Luke of Steiris. Often referred to as "the doctor," he was a 10th-century wonder-worker whose tomb was associated with healing miracles and a fragrant, oil-producing relic.. Onward to Athens, Hotel check in, group dinner and strolling through the entertaining Plaka of Athens. (D)
Monday 31th May - Day 7 Piraeus - Aegena - St Nektarios House and Monastery – Corinth -Athens
Liturgy on the Island - we drive to the port of Piraeus to catch the ferry to Aegina Island where St Nektarios lived and reposed. Group seafood lunch by the sea. Back on the ferry to Athens, drive to Corinth - place of the letters of St Paul to the Corinthians. We will also visit the Corinth Channel (a miracle site cut by hand) an incredible achievement indeed. Return to Athens for your shopping experience - (L) Free evening.
Tuesday 1st June - Day 8 – Airport - Catania Sicily - Siracusa
After breakfast, we check out of our hotel and head to the airport for a flight to Catania the capitol of Sicily, ITALY. We will stroll through Catania - have an Aperitivo or Gelato - and drive to our Hotel outside of Siracusa. Free evening.
Wednesday 2nd June - Day 9 - Siracusa and Ortigia
After breakfast, we explore Siracusa and Ortigia. The Duomo di Siracusa (or Siracusa Cathedral) sits majestically on the stunning Piazza Duomo in Ortigia and is a UNESCO World Heritage site with a fascinating history. It is built on the site where St Paul preached for 3 days and is the oldest Christian site in Sicily. The Ortigia market is a great one with souvenirs, clothing and yummy food everywhere you look. We are hosting an “arrivederci Sicily” group dinner where you’ll want to try: Spaghetti alla Siracusana - (delicious pasta with anchovy olives, capers and tomatoes) or Penne alla Norma – a Sicilian classic of eggplant, tomato, basil and ricotta salata – as well as pasta with pistachio pesto and prawns. (Pistachios are cultivated on the island and you see them on absolutely everything!) Group dinner. D
Thursday 3rd June - Day 10 – Ragusa - Modica - Noto
After breakfast, we have a full day exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Ragusa Ibla, Modica, and Noto. These are Sicily’s truly captivating cities with baroque architecture that offers an authentic Sicilian experience. Modica is known as “The City of One Hundred Churches” as well as Italy’s city with an ancient recipe for chocolate. Free evening.
Friday 4th June - Day 11 - Ferry to Malta – Valletta
After breakfast, we check out and transfer the to the port of Pozzallo to catch the ferry to Malta and 2 hours later - we are in magnificent Malta. Apostle Paul lived on Malta for three month with 275 fellow travelers. He converted the Maltese to Christianity. Malta is significant in the Bible because God used a shipwreck and Paul’s status as a Roman prisoner to bring the gospel to people who would have otherwise never heard it. Luke records the shipwreck in detail in Acts 28 and says that the islanders were kind and friendly to the shipwrecked crew and passengers, giving them shelter, food, and hospitality when they washed up on the shore. We will experience Maltese hospitality first-hand and tonight you have free time to enjoy the hotel’s amenities.
Saturday 5th June - Day 12 - Malta - Valletta
After breakfast, we set to explore this tiny, walled, beautiful Valletta (a UNESCO World Heritage site). It is a fortified city built by the Knights of Saint John in the 16th century. Although the city is only one square kilometer in size, it has a huge history and stunning architecture that you may recognize from Game of Thrones and films like Gladiator and Troy. But Valletta is more than a photo op—it’s a fascinating portal into ancient civilization. Free evening
Sunday 6th June - Day 13 - Mdina & Rabat - Valletta
After breakfast, we set to explore the Mdina which house St Paul’s amazing Cathedral. Rabat has the Grotto of St Paul and, Roman ruins and picturesque narrow streets made for strolling and enjoying a coffee or a drink in one of the many cafeterias. Afternoon rest at the Hotel before last evening of fabulous VIP experience of an exclusive guided tour of St John’s Co-Cathedral (breathtaking!) prior to Valletta Resounds: The Caravaggio Experience - which is a 40-minute performance of theatrical storytelling and timeless classical music all in the historic Oratory where you can gaze upon Caravaggio’s masterpiece The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist. This is an awesome finale to our Tour that you’ll long remember. Group Dinner (D)
Monday 17th June - Day 14 -
After breakfast, if requested, we could arrange transport to the airport as per your flight schedule.
YOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES:
Accommodation in 5 Star Hotels - Twin Share (excluding airfare.)
One (European) flight and three ferry rides included.
Daily Breakfast, 5 Dinners & 2 Lunches per itinerary.
Land & Sea Transportation (luxury coach and ferries.)
Airport transfers (as per group’s schedule only.)
Accredited Local tour Guides.
All Vat and City taxes, plus the Greek Hotel’s “resilience tax” of fifteen Euro per night.
Please note: It is your responsibility when travelling or transiting on your journey to ensure that you have valid passports with a minimum of 6 months validity from the date of return, visas and re-entry permits which meet the requirement of immigration and other government authorities.
