This magnificent Lion was originally located on the top of the Great Tomb at Amphipolis and at some time in the past was moved to its current location, several km. away from the Tomb site.The ancient city of Philippi was found by Alexander's the Great father, where we shall visit the Basilica, the theatre, the Roman Forum, the cell where Apostle Paul was imprisoned but also the Octagon Church- the first Chirstian church of Europe.For centuries, in Kavala city, Byzantines, Ottomans, Jews, merchants, tobacco workers, refugees and intellectuals mingled and prospered. Here in Macedonia, the sea-routes encountered the East-West axis, cross-fertilising both. You will see the tobacco warehouses and elegant neoclassical buildings recall the city’s glorious past and then enjoy the present with a meal and a drink in its lively centre under the eye of the city’s castle or around the port.
Greece · Religious & Spiritual
The Steps of Apostle Paul: Private Day-Trip to Philippi & Kavala
The journey
- 01 Private day trip from Thessaloniki to Philippi and Kavala
- 02 Visit the Lion of Amphipolis
- 03 Explore the archaeological site of Philippi
- 04 Follow the footsteps of Apostle Paul in European territory
- 05 See the Basilica, theatre, Roman Forum, prison cell, and Octagon Church
- 06 Discover Kavala’s harbour, neoclassical buildings, and historic atmosphere
Follow in the footsteps of Apostle Paul on a private day trip from Thessaloniki to Philippi and Kavala, combining early Christian heritage with some of eastern Macedonia’s most evocative historic sites. Visit the Lion of Amphipolis, explore the archaeological remains of Philippi, and discover the layered character of Kavala, where Byzantine, Ottoman, and modern influences meet by the sea.
Along the way, see key landmarks including the Basilica, theatre, Roman Forum, the cell where Apostle Paul was imprisoned, and the Octagon Church, regarded as the first Christian church of Europe. In Kavala, take in the tobacco warehouses, elegant neoclassical buildings, lively harbour atmosphere, and views beneath the city’s castle.
Follow in the footsteps of Apostle Paul on a private day trip from Thessaloniki to Philippi and Kavala, combining early Christian heritage with some of eastern Macedonia’s most evocative historic sites.
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What's Included
- Private Transportation in an air-conditioned sedan/minivan/minibus
- English Speaking Driver
- Bottled water
What's Not Included
- Lunch and Drinks
- Official Licensed Guide
- The Archaeological Museum of Philippi
Know before you go
- PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
- INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Travel time is included in the total duration of the tour (around 5 hours)
- We pick-up guests from all hotels and Airbnbs in Thessaloniki. If hotel is inaccessible by car due to restrictions, pickup will be held from a nearby location withing short walking distance. Cruise ship travelers: Meeting point is the exit of the cruise port terminal. Your driver will hold a name board with travelers name on.
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Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Thessaloniki..
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