Greece · Religious & Spiritual

Day Cruise Patmos Monastery The Holy Island from Samos

10 Hours Round trip from Samos Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Full-day cruise to Patmos from Samos
02 Visit the Cave of the Apocalypse
03 Explore the UNESCO-listed Monastery of Saint John the Theologian
04 Discover the historic village of Chora
05 Enjoy views of Skala, the main port of Patmos
06 Travel with a private local licensed guide
07 Round-trip ferry tickets included
08 Air-conditioned vehicle on the island

Discover the sacred island of Patmos on a full-day cruise from Samos, combining spiritual heritage, Byzantine history, and traditional island charm. Visit the Cave of the Apocalypse, where St. John is believed to have received the visions recorded in the Book of Revelation, and explore the renowned Monastery of Saint John the Theologian, a UNESCO World Heritage site founded in 1088.

You’ll also experience Patmos beyond its religious landmarks, with time to appreciate Skala’s harbor atmosphere and the historic settlement of Chora, where whitewashed houses, narrow lanes, and elegant old residences surround the island’s imposing monastery. With round-trip ferry tickets, an air-conditioned vehicle, and a private local licensed guide included, this is a memorable way to experience one of Greece’s most important pilgrimage destinations.

The Cave of the Apocalypse is situated about halfway up the mountain on the Aegean island of Patmos, along the road between the villages of Chora and Skala.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Patmos, Samos

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Cave of Apocalypse, Near Skala Patmos, 855 00 Greece

The Cave of the Apocalypse is situated about halfway up the mountain on the Aegean island of Patmos, along the road between the villages of Chora and Skala. This grotto is believed to mark the spot where John of Patmos received his visions that he recorded in the Book of Revelation.

Monastery of St. John, Greece

The Monastery of Saint John the Theologian is a Greek Orthodox monastery founded in 1088 in Chora on the island of Patmos. UNESCO has declared it a World Heritage site. It is named after St. John of Patmos.

Patmos, Patmos, Dodecanese, South Aegean

Chora Village Patmos: Chora is the capital of Patmos lying in the south central part of the island and a few km south of Skala, the main port of Patmos. The traditional settlement is built around the imposing Monastery of Saint John the Theologian, during the 12th century. Chora flourished between the 16th and 17th century during which beautiful mansions and captain residences were built from the wealthy families of that time.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Samos 2 cities · 10 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Private local licensed guide
Round trip ferry tickets

What's Not Included

Meals and drinks
Personal expenses
Pick up/ drop off

Know before you go

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
To visit the monastery, men must wear long trousers and women must wear long skirts/dresses or trousers. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Pickup service is offered from designated pickup location. Pickup inside Pythagorion is not provided.

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