Philippi & Kavala - In the steps of St. Paul Private Experience - 8 hrs

This private guided experience is unique for the North of Greece visitors, who are interested to see and hear where Christianity all started in Europe and the rest of the world. It is a must-see attraction when travelling in the Steps of St. Paul. Philippi site is also included in the UNESCO World Heritage list and excavations are still going on in this vast site. The ancient theatre of Philippi is used in summertime for the summer Philippi festival plays and concerts today.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Archaeological Site of Philippi, EO Dramas Kavalas, Filippi 640 03, Greece

You will be guided through the ancient town of Philippi, with remains of all periods of its history, incl. ancient Greek, Roman and early-Christian period. Philippi is one of the largest excavations of Greece and one of the most important for Christians all over the world for its religious connection to St. Paul, who preached here in the year 49 AD.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Saint Lydia's Baptistery, Philippi 64003 Greece

This beautiful chapel dedicated to St. Lydia - the first Christian baptised by St. Paul in the whole of Europe - and to St. Paul himself is located right next to the stream Angitis, known for St. Paul's baptisings of the Roman period Philippians. It is used for the baptisings of babies today and has unique mosaic and marble decoration.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Kavala, Kavala, Kavala Region, East Macedonia and Thrace

Lunch free time at Kavala seaport and a guided visit to the monument of Saint Paul, the old town and the aqueduct

Duration: 1 hour



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Infant seats available"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



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Philippi & Kavala - In the steps of St. Paul Private Experience - 8 hrs
7/27/2019 - 3/6/2025

Monday :

08:30 AM - 09:00 AM

Wednesday :

08:30 AM - 09:00 AM

Thursday :

08:30 AM - 09:00 AM

Friday :

08:30 AM - 09:00 AM

Saturday :

08:30 AM - 09:00 AM

Sunday :

08:30 AM - 09:00 AM

Duration: 8 Hours
Start location: Plaisir, Aristotélous 9, Thessaloniki 546 24, Greece
Traveler pickup is offered
Please note that private transportation from Thessaloniki city or anywhere else we agree with a professional driver and vehicle is not included in the guiding fee shown. It is paid extra and it depends on the number of participants and the size of the vehicle needed for this private tour. Further contact with the guide about the pick up point and extra transportation costs is required before the booking is confirmed.
The starting tour time suggested is between 8.00 and 9.00 AM from Thessaloniki but can always be later if you wish.
Please note that the 8-hour tour duration is from/to Thessaloniki. In case of cruise ship disembarkation from/to Kavala port, then the tour including the same sites' visits lasts for 4,5 hrs.
Opening times of the Philippi site and St. Lydia's Baptistery are all day till 20.00 during the April to October season, except on Tuesdays.

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Private certified guide for the whole full-day tour

Not Included

• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Lunch - No food or drinks included. Bottled water privided en route.
• Entrance ticket for Philippi 6 EUR per person

Facilities