Dates | Air & Land | Land Only |
Aug 04, 2027 | From $5,698 | From $4,398 |
Bishop & Minister Hendricks – 11 Day Steps of Paul with 7 Night Aegean Cruise
Bishop & Minister Hendricks - 11 Day Steps of Paul with 7 Night Aegean Cruise (August 4, 2028)
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Join Bishop and Minister Hendricks on this journey of a lifetime to Greece. Relax on a 7-night cruise on the Celestyal Journey, stopping in Kusadasi, Rhodes, Crete, Santorini, Mykonos and Milo. Follow in the footsteps of Paul the Apostle throughout and in Athens where you will spend two nights. Come and experience the many remarkable Christian sites amidst the warm and ancient Greek culture.
Tour Highlights
- Visit the Acropolis with the ruins of the Parthenon, Erechtheion and Propylaea, and the Mars Hill where Paul preached (Acts 17:16, 22)
- Travel to Corinth where Paul spoke to the Corinthians about our Lord and Savior Christ
- Visit the Temples of Aphrodite, Apollo, and Poseidon and see masterpieces of ancient Greek sculpture
- In Kusadasi, visit the Ephesus Archeological Site and the House of the Virgin Mary
- Marvel at the Acropolis of Lindos, Doric Temple of Athena and the Church of the
Virgin Mary with its 15th-century frescoes - Enjoy the stunning coastline and charming towns of Crete
- Take in the spectacular panoramic views of surrounding islands and volcanic cliffs Oia
- Mykonos, home to 16th century windmills, 360 churches, charming cafes and boutiques
- Stop in Milos and visit the ancient theater of Melos, the site of Venus de Milo
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Tour Information
Included in the Price:
- International airfare from New York to Athens round trip
- 9 nights accommodations, 2 nights in The Stanley Hotel or similar in Athens plus 7 nights on the Celestyal Journey ship
- Breakfast and dinner daily at the hotels: breakfast, lunch and dinner daily on the ship
- Deluxe air-conditioned bus as per program
- Local guides as per itinerary
- Sightseeing while on land as listed in the attached itinerary
- Excursions to Kusadasi, Rhodes, Santorini and Milos
- City taxes
Not Included in the Price:
- Travel Insurance (highly recommended)
- Any kind of gratuities / tips
- Visa fee, if any
- Photo and video shooing tickets
- Any other items not mentioned under “The Prices include”
- Personal expenses
- Greek Tourism Sustainability Tax
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Prices & Dates
Prices are based on double occupancy: all other room configurations are on request and cannot be guaranteed. We will accommodate triples/quads whenever possible. Please call for further details.
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Itinerary
August 4: NEW YORK / ATHENS
We depart on an international overnight flight to Athens, Greece. Dinner and breakfast are served on board.
August 5: ATHENS
Upon arrival in Athens, we are greeted by our tour guide, and next board our deluxe motorcoach for the tour of the city. Dinner and overnight in Athens. (D)
August 6: ATHENS
Morning sightseeing tour includes a visit to the world-renowned Acropolis with the ruins of the Parthenon, Erechtheion and Propylaea, the Mars Hill where Paul preached (Acts 17:16, 22). Also, we view the Agora, the ancient marketplace and former center of Athenian public life, the House of Parliament, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Presidential Palace. We then depart for Corinth with a brief stop at the Corinth Canal which separates Peloponnese from the Greek mainland and connects the Ionian Sea with the Aegean Sea. Corinth was Paul’s home for eighteen months. We visit the Archaeological Museum, the Bema, the Marketplace and the temples of Aphrodite, Apollo, and Poseidon. From the Bema at Corinth, Paul spoke to the Corinthians about our Lord and Savior Christ. Return to Athens in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight in Athens. (B/D)
August 7: ATHENS / PIRAEUS / KUSADASI
Transfer to the port of Lavrio for embarkation on our cruise ship. Enjoy the many onboard activities or just relax while sailing overnight to Kusadasi. Overnight on board. (B/L/D)
August 8: KUSADASI
This morning we arrive in Kusadasi, the site of one of the “Seven Wonders of the Ancient World,” Ephesus. This city is where Paul worked on spreading the word of God, the Egyptian Queen Cleopatra and Roman Emperor Marcus Antonius visited, and the Virgin Mary and John spent their final days. We visit the Ephesus Archeological Site and the House of the Virgin Mary. Overnight on board. (B/L/D)
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August 9: RHODES
Arrive on the island of Rhodes and travel to Lindos to visit the Acropolis of Lindos, featuring the Doric Temple of Athena (300 BC), medieval captains’ mansions, and the Church of the Virgin Mary with 15th-century frescoes. Return to Rhodes Town to explore the Knights’ Quarter, stroll the Street of the Knights, view the Palace of the Grand Master (Kastello), and imagine the site of the ancient Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Overnight on board. (B/L/D)
August 10: CRETE
Arrive on Crete, the largest of the Greek islands, known for its stunning coastline, charming towns, and rich history from the Minoan civilization. Enjoy leisure time to explore the waterfront or take optional excursions at an additional cost. Overnight on board. (B/L/D)
August 11: SANTORINI
Arrive on the stunning island of Santorini and visit Megalochori, an authentic village with distinctive architecture, then continue through Firostefani and Imerovigli to reach Oia, perched on the rim of the Caldera. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the volcanic cliffs and surrounding islands. Overnight on board. (B/L/D)
August 12: MYKONOS
Today we arrive to the Island of Mykonos with its jet-set atmosphere, whitewashed buildings, sidewalk cafes, 360 churches and chic boutiques. Mykonos is the home to the 16th century windmills, the most iconic landmarks on the island. Enjoy leisure time to explore the waterfront or take optional excursions at an additional cost. Overnight on board. (B/L/D)
August 13: MILOS
Drive to Sarakiniko, a striking white-rock beach shaped by volcanic eruptions, then explore Plaka, a classic Cycladic village with cobblestone streets and local pastry shops. Visit the early Christian catacombs, the ancient theater of Melos, and the site where the Venus de Milo was discovered. Overnight on board. (B/L/D)
August 14: PIRAEUS / ATHENS
This morning, we disembark in port of Piraeus and transfer to the airport for our flight back home
arriving the same day. (B)
* (B/L/D) = Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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