This private Biblical tour stands out as a profound exploration of faith and history, offering a unique glimpse into the ancient world of Corinth and its surroundings. What sets it apart is the opportunity to walk in the footsteps of the apostle Paul and other biblical figures, as you uncover the rich religious significance of the region. From the awe-inspiring ruins of Ancient Corinth to the engineering marvel of the Isthmus Canal, each site holds layers of spiritual and historical significance waiting to be discovered. Led by knowledgeable guides, this tour provides a deeply immersive experience, inviting you to connect with the biblical narratives in a tangible and meaningful way.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Professional Tour Driver-Guide with deep knowledge of ancient, biblical & modern Greek history
✔ A Complete Experience (Full Day)
✔ On-board WiFi
✔ Transportation by private air-conditioned premium vehicles
✔ Hotel/Port pick-up and drop-off service
✔ Bottled water
✖ Entrance fees to the ancient Corinth site
✖ Airport pick-up and drop-off (additional cost)
✖ Food & Drinks
✖ Tips & Gratuities
✖ Licensed tour guide to accompany guests into the site and museum (additional cost on request)
Pickup Locations
1. Foivos Hotel Athens
2. Alter Athens Hotel
3. Ruby Rooms Athens
4. Zenith Hotel
5. Athens City Plaza
6. Wyndham Athens Residence
7. Apollo Hotel
8. Titania Hotel
9. Athens Zafolia Hotel
10. Philippos Hotel
11. The Editor Athens Hotel
12. Anixis
13. Crowne Plaza Athens - City Centre, an IHG hotel
14. Novotel Athenes
15. Hotel Tier Collection
16. Hotel Bryon
17. Bob W. Eolou Athens
18. Ambrosia Suites
19. Exarchion Hotel
20. Hotel Carolina
Additional Info: Your personal tour driver will pick you up and return you to your hotel in Athens, meeting you at the lobby.
In the case of an AirBnb apartment, he/she will contact you upon arrival so you can meet at the entrance of the building.
For Airport and Port pick-up, your driver will meet you at the arrivals area holding a signboard with the Guest's name.
Itinerary
1
Athens
Pickup from your chosen Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in Athens. Drive to Isthmus Corinth Canal... The gateway to the Peloponnese
Duration: 10 minutes
2
Corinth Canal
Visit the Isthmus Canal, one of the most important projects of the 19th century, an engineering masterpiece, playing a catalytic role for Mediterranean trade.
Duration: 50 minutes
3
The Diolkos
Visit Ancient Diolkos - discover the ancient limestone roads where boat trailers, slaves, ox and other animals were used to heave boats from the Corinthian Gulf to the Saronic sea controlling over 270 Greek colonies. All coastal Mediterranean cities today were once Greek. This brought the geographical and geopolitical dominance of Corinth and played a catalytic role in why the apostle Paul chose to stay for 18 months in Corinth and why he was adamant in establishing his ministry there.
Duration: 30 minutes
4
Visit Acrocorinth, the acropolis of ancient Corinth, a monolithic rock 1886 ft above sea level with 4.9 miles of walls - keep and three gates. One of the most impressive and dominant natural defence fortifications today. Remains of churches, mosques, houses and cisterns together with the temple of Aphrodite that once stood can be appreciated. This is where Pegasus, the winged horse grazed. From here we also admire the Frankish tower, breathtaking views of the valley below, the Corinthian and Saronic sea.
Visit Hadgimoustafa spring: a fountain built during the Ottoman empire in 1555 AD. Running water from the Upper Pieriene spring accidentally discovered when Pegasus hit his hoof trying to fly away from Velerefonte and the goddess Athena is still flowing today.
Duration: 60 minutes
5
Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)
Citae Madre - The Mother of all Cities!
Visit the Neo Byzantine church of the Virgin Mary, admiring the marble plaque which reads 'The Hymns of Love' First Corinthians 13 1:8 and 'The Greatest of these is Love" which is found in First Corinthians 13:13. Visit the Neo Byzantine church dedicated to the apostle Paul analysing the 'Vision of the apostle Paul' and Paul's life in Corinth. A wonderful mosaic by Vlasis Tsotsonis depicting Saul on his way to Damascus in 34 AD to persecute the Christians and bring them back to Jerusalem. Hearing the voice and blinded by the light we discuss his transition his baptism by Ananias and understand his hardships in the city of Corinth including his 'judgement' by Gallio Acts 9 7:9 ACTS 9 10:19 ACTS 18 12:17
Duration: 40 minutes
6
Archaeological Museum of Corinth
Visit the Archaeological Museum: Housing a large collection of artifacts from the local site and from smaller sites in the neighboring area we appreciate the Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman world.
Visit the Archaeological site:
Temple of Apollo - one of the earliest Doric temples in the Peloponnese and the Greek mainland with Doric monolithic columns, rare in the ancient world, built around 560 BCE.
The Roman Agora -consisting of central shops, one of the best examples of a Roman market place. Small temples and altars, Roman buildings, the ancient amphitheatre, the Roman Odeon, the Glaufkus fountain, the Roman baths, the Lechaion road, the Roman forum and the renowned podium or Bema from where the Apostle Paul was 'judged' and presented officially for the first time to the Greeks and Romans as a Roman Citizen. It is on this platform that he preached the Belief. ACTS 18 12:17
Duration: 1.6666666666667 hours
7
Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)
Enjoy an authentic "village style" lunch in Ancient Corinth or a wonderful seaside lunch at the Baths of Helen of Troy.
Duration: 1.3333333333333 hours
8
Ancient Port of Kenchreai
Visit the ancient port of Kenchreai or Cenchreae by the Saronic sea one of the two ports of the inland city state of Corinth.Tracing the footsteps of the Apostle Paul and his exodus from Corinth in 53 AD sailing to Ephesus with Aquila and Prescila we discuss the Nazarite vow- the cutting of the hair AC 18:18.
Return to Athens 70 mins.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
