You are invited to join Reverend David Wachter on a Footsteps of Paul tour of
Greece and Ephesus!
11 days / 10 nights
April 29 – May 9, 2026
Soak up Mediterranean sights, sunshine and history with all of these included features:
Professional Greek tour guide as well as Biblical teaching by Reverend David Wachter
Arrival transfer from Thessaloniki airport to hotel (if arriving with designated flights)
Two nights’ accommodation in Thessaloniki, including breakfast
Tour Thessaloniki and Philippi, plus stops at Beroia and Thermopylae
Three nights’ accommodations in Athens (2 nights before and 1 night after the cruise), with breakfast
Transfer to Lavrion port to embark on the cruise
Four-night cruise to the Greek islands & Turkey (Ephesus) onboard Celestyal Discovery in ocean view cabins with two lower beds (category XC window - upgrades available for extra charge )
All meals onboard cruise, brewed coffee, tea, & soda-fountain sodas with meals, plus Essential wi-fi
Private group tours in Ephesus, Patmos and Rhodes
Half-day Athens City tour, including entrance fees to Acropolis
Half-day Corinth tour
Transfer from Athens hotel to Athens airport (if departing on designated flights)
Hotel service charges and taxes, as well as gratuities for guides and drivers
Travel insurance by Allianz to cover costs of tour (not including flight costs, unless requested)
Per Person Pricing (NOT including flights)
15-20 tour participants : $6,150 pp double occupancy / $8,830 single occupancy
21-34 tour participants : $5,650 pp double occupancy / $8,300 single occupancy
Outside stateroom upgrade tour costs onboard the Celestyal Discovery***:
Outside Balcony (category BA on deck 7): $6,500 pp or $6,050 pp (with 20+ travelers)
Junior Suite with Balcony (category SJB): $6,830 pp or $6,350 pp (with 20+ travelers)
See info about the Celestyal Discovery at https://celestyal.com/us/our-ships/celestyal-discovery/
***Limited availability for upgrades – allotted on a first come, first served basis
Itinerary Details
Day 1 Wed, Apr 29 - Depart USA
Flight departs Charlotte (or your closest airport). Overnight flight to Thessaloniki.
Day 2 Thurs, Apr 30 - Thessaloniki
Arrive in Thessaloniki where our host will meet and assist us with transfers to our hotel. We will have the afternoon at leisure to explore Thessaloniki on our own. Overnight at MonAsty Hotel.
Day 3 Fri, May 1 – Philippi
After breakfast, we will depart for a full day tour of Philippi, the Baptistry of Lydia, and Kavala. Overnight in MonAsty. (B)
Day 4 Sat, May 2 – Depart for Athens
Before departing Thessaoloniki, we will visit the Alexander the Great statue and the White Tower. As we head to Athens, we visit Beroia and Thermopylae. Overnight in Divani Palace Acropolis. (B)
Day 5 Sun, May 3 – Athens Tour of Acropolis
This morning, we will tour the Acropolis. Afterwards, enjoy free time to explore the Plaka on foot or go to the modern Acropolis museum on your own. (B)
Day 6 Mon, May 4 – Cruise to Mykonos This morning, following breakfast we will embark on our cruise ship, the Celestyal Discovery, in Lavrio. We will sail to Mykonos, where you may visit on your own or book an excursion. (B,L,D)
Day 7 Tues, May 5 – Cruise to Kusadasi (Ephesus) and Patmos
In the morning, our ship arrives in Kusadasi, Turkey, from which we will have a private group tour of Ephesus. After sailing a bit in the afternoon, we arrive in Patmos, where we will have another private group tour of the Grotto of the Apocalypse with lessons about John. (B,L,D)
Day 8 Wed, May 6 – Cruise to Rhodes
Today we will explore the island of Rhodes, including the Bay of Paul, on a private group shore excursion to Lindos. After the excursion, enjoy free time to shop or relax in the Medieval Old Town of Rhodes. (B,L,D)
Day 9 Thurs, May 7 – Cruise to Crete and Santorini
Our ship arrives in Crete in the morning. Choose to explore on your own or choose one of the cruise lines’ shore excursions. Later, we sail for Santorini, one of the most beautiful of the Greek islands. Your time is at leisure to enjoy the town on your own, or choose a guided excursion. At night, we sail for Athens. (B,L,D)
Day 10 Fri, May 8 - Corinth and Athens
Morning arrival in Athens, where we will disembark our ship and board our motorcoach for a tour of Corinth. In the afternoon, we will return to Athens for free time. Overnight in Divani Palace Acropolis. (B)
Day 10 Sat, May 9 – Return to the U.S.
Transfer to the Athens airport for flight home. (B)
Tour Rates EXCLUDE:
· Flights
· Any excursions not listed as included in the port descriptions
· Drinks during meals and any items of a personal nature
Contact:
Ø Noelle Wachter at 828-244-6640 or email noelle@InsightsInTravel.com
Ø Deposit of $1,000 per person ($1200 for singles) is due to hold your preferred stateroom choice. Make checks to Insights in Travel, LLC, and mail to 4152 54th Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601.
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