Athens 3-hours walking tour in the footsteps of apostle Paul
Overview
Athens 3-hours walking tour in the footsteps of Apostle Paul; This 3 hours private walking tour of Athens is specially designed for those who want to combine a Christian tour with what Athens is mostly known for, its famous memorials, history, and cultures. It is a tour you will definitely enjoy.
Itinerary of the Athens 3-hours walking tour in the footsteps of apostle Paul
The Acropolis (Parthenon, Erechteion, Propylaia, Temple of Nike, Theater of Dionysus, Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Areus Pagus/Mars Hill), the ancient Greek agora [Stoa of Attalos & Temple of Hyphaestus].
Highlights of the Athens 3-hours walking tour in the footsteps of apostle Paul
- The Acropolis with its mythical temples
- The Mars hill, the meeting point of philosophers and Paul
- The ancient Greek agora
- Guided by an official licensed tour guide
Description
Description of the Athens 3-hours walking tour in the footsteps of apostle Paul
Your private walking tour begins from the base of the Acropolis. Visit on the Acropolis, the crown of the Holy Rock is, of course, the Parthenon, the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, and of course the Mars Hill (Areopagus) (Acts 17:22) where Apostle Paul came to preach the word of the Christian religion to the Athenians.
Continuing with your walking tour, your private licensed tour guide will take you to ancient Greek agora, a spectacular small quarter of Athens where St Paul preached and met his followers. St Paul as well all the philosophers, scientists, and artists spent almost the entire day there, meeting people, making friends, exchanging ideas, and discussing the new religion. An important part of Athens and significant for Paul’s stay in Greece.
If you are staying in a hotel, any address in Athens, or arriving on a cruise ship in Piraeus port, we can arrange to pick you up from there with a taxi, minivan, minibus, or coach according to the number of your group for an extra cost.
Details
Tour Type
- Walking Tour with Shore Excursion Option: For cruise passengers, we offer a convenient pick-up and drop-off service from Piraeus Port.
Meeting point
- Pickup from Your Cruise Terminal: Our tour guide or driver will greet you at the cruise arrivals terminal, holding a sign with your name. After meeting, they will escort you to our air-conditioned van for a 15-minute transfer to Athens. The guide/driver will be at the designated meeting point at 8:45 AM.
- Drop-off Point in Athens: Our van will drop you off at the entrance of the Amalia Hotel, in front of the Parliament building. Your driver will assist you in locating your guide. The Athens walking tour commences at 9:30 AM. (On Good Friday, the Greek Orthodox Easter, our tour starts at 10:30 AM.)
- Drop-off Back to Your Cruise Ship Pier: At 3:45 PM, our van and driver will be waiting at the beginning of the pedestrian Dionyssiou Areopagitou Walk, in front of Melina’s statue across from Hadrian’s Arch. If you miss the transfer back to your cruise ship terminal, you will need to make your own arrangements to return to Piraeus port.
- Important: Please arrive at the designated meeting point 10 minutes prior to the departure time, as our van/bus will only make a brief stop to pick up passengers and depart immediately for Piraeus.
Included in the tour
- Professional licensed English-speaking tour guide
- Duration 3 hours approx.
- Taxes
Excluded from the tour
- Entrance fees to the archaeological sites and museums
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and beverage
Cancellation Policy
Additional info
- Dress: When visiting religious sites, shoulders and knees must be covered out of respect for the cultural norms.
- Please review our Terms & Conditions and Frequently Asked Questions
- Opening Hours and Entrance Fees for Archaeological Sites and Museums in Greece
- Upon booking, an electronic voucher will be emailed to you containing our contact information, tour details, and all necessary instructions. This voucher serves as your ticket and proof of purchase. Please present a printed or digital copy of the voucher on the day of your tour to redeem your activity.
Persons with Disabilities
- Due to uneven surfaces, certain sites are not recommended for persons with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair. Such sites are the Acropolis, the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion, Mycenae, Delphi and Meteora
- In all cases, we recommend comfortable flat-solid walking shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen.
Departures: All year round
Meeting point: At the base of the Acropolis, exactly in front of “Dionysos Restaurant, Robertou Galli 43, Athens 117 43″
Endpoint: Drop off at the same point.
Duration: 3 hours
Starting time: at 08:30 (is proposed) in order to avoid crowd on the Acropolis
N.B. Entrance fee for the Acropolis is not included.