In Paul’s Footsteps in Corinth
Type of Tour: Driving / Walking / In-Person
Duration: 10 hours
Languages: English / Greek
Your journey will begin in Athens when you will be picked up from Thissio Metro Station in an air conditioned vehicle.
The Corinth Canal
Your first stop will be at Isthmus for refreshments and a visit to the Corinth Canal, an engineering masterpiece of the 19th century.
Next, you will head to the archaeological site of Ancient Corinth, to be guided through the city where Paul spent one and a half years. You will discover characters of the Bible such as the Roman Erastus, the Jewish Sosthenes and the Roman emperor who fulfilled a Biblical prophecy. A plethora of other exhibits will help you to better understand the challenges the Christians of the 1st century faced.
The Bema or Judgement Seat
However, the most remarkable of all, you will stand in front of the Bema, which is believed to have been ”the Judgement Seat” where the Jews opposed to the Christian message brought Paul for a hearing before Proconsul Gallio. - Acts 18:12-17
Then, you will continue to Diolkos to learn about the ancient technology that made Corinth the 3rd most important city of the Roman Empire.
Then you will take a break to rest while enjoying local dishes at a sea side restaurant.
The Submerged Remains of the Ancient Cenchreae Port Facilities
Afterwards, you will drive to Cenchreae, the port where Paul had his hair clippped short due to a vow before sailing away for Syria accompanied by Priscila and Aquila. - Acts 18:18
After this very exciting journey through Biblical time, you will be dropped off at Thissio Metro Station or the cruise-ships terminal.
Participation Fee
€160/person*. Admission fee for the archaeological site (€8/person) and refreshments are not included.
The transportation fee is included to the price.
Reduced prices for children and those in special service.
* A minimum of two participants is required for the tour to be conducted. Tours of one participant can be conducted, on condition that the cost for two participants is covered.
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