Private Biblical Tour Ancient Corinth & Isthmus Canal from Athens Discount Tickets

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location pin icon Athens, Corinth, Greece
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Overview

This private Biblical tour offers a rare chance to follow the footsteps of Apostle Paul in Ancient Corinth, one of early Christianity’s most important cities. Unlike standard history tours, this experience blends faith and archaeology—exploring the ruins of Corinth, the iconic Isthmus Canal, and landmarks tied to the Apostle’s ministry. Led by expert guides, you’ll uncover the region’s spiritual significance while enjoying the comfort and exclusivity of a private tour from Athens.

Pickup Information

Your personal tour driver will pick you up and return you to your Athens hotel, meeting you in the lobby. For Airbnb or private apartments, your driver will contact you upon arrival to meet at the building entrance. For airport or port pick-up, your driver will meet you in the arrivals area, holding a sign with your name for easy identification. Airport transfers can be arranged in advance for an additional cost depending on vehicle type.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Athens
Pickup from your chosen Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in Athens. Drive to Isthmus Corinth Canal... The gateway to the Peloponnese
Duration: 10 mins
2. Corinth Canal
Visit the Isthmus Canal, one of the most important projects of the 19th century, an engineering masterpiece, playing a catalytic role for Mediterranean trade.
Duration: 50 mins
3. The Diolkos
Visit Ancient Diolkos - discover the ancient limestone roads where boat trailers, slaves, ox and other animals were used to heave boats from the Corinthian Gulf to the Saronic sea controlling over 270 Greek colonies. All coastal Mediterranean cities today were once Greek. This brought the geographical and geopolitical dominance of Corinth and played a catalytic role in why the apostle Paul chose to stay for 18 months in Corinth and why he was adamant in establishing his ministry there.
Duration: 30 mins
4. Acrocorinth
Visit Acrocorinth, the acropolis of ancient Corinth, a monolithic rock 1886 ft above sea level with 4.9 miles of walls - keep and three gates. One of the most impressive and dominant natural defence fortifications today. Remains of churches,  mosques, houses and cisterns together with the temple of Aphrodite that once stood can be appreciated. This is where Pegasus, the winged horse grazed. From here we also admire the Frankish tower, breathtaking views of the valley below, the Corinthian and Saronic sea.   Visit Hadgimoustafa spring: a fountain built during the Ottoman empire in 1555 AD. Running water from the Upper Pieriene spring accidentally discovered when Pegasus hit his hoof trying to fly away from Velerefonte and the goddess Athena is still flowing today.
Duration: 60 mins
5. Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)
Citae Madre - The Mother of all Cities! Visit the Neo Byzantine church of the Virgin Mary, admiring the marble plaque which reads 'The Hymns of Love' First Corinthians 13 1:8 and 'The Greatest of these is Love" which is found in First Corinthians 13:13. Visit the Neo Byzantine church dedicated to the apostle Paul analysing the 'Vision of the apostle Paul' and Paul's life in Corinth. A wonderful mosaic by Vlasis Tsotsonis depicting Saul on his way to Damascus in 34 AD to persecute the Christians and bring them back to Jerusalem. Hearing the voice and blinded by the light we discuss his transition his baptism by Ananias and understand his hardships in the city of Corinth including his 'judgement' by Gallio Acts 9 7:9 ACTS 9 10:19 ACTS 18 12:17
Duration: 40 mins
6. Archaeological Museum of Corinth
Visit the Archaeological Museum: Housing a large collection of artifacts from the local site and from smaller sites in the neighboring area we appreciate the Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman world. Visit the Archaeological site: Temple of Apollo - one of the earliest Doric temples in the Peloponnese and the Greek mainland with Doric monolithic columns, rare in the ancient world, built around 560 BCE. The Roman Agora -consisting of central shops, one of the best examples of a Roman market place. Small temples and altars, Roman buildings, the ancient amphitheatre, the Roman Odeon, the Glaufkus fountain, the Roman baths, the Lechaion road, the Roman forum and the renowned podium or Bema from where the Apostle Paul was 'judged' and presented officially for the first time to the Greeks and Romans as a Roman Citizen. It is on this platform that he preached the Belief. ACTS 18 12:17
Duration: 100 mins
7. Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)
Enjoy an authentic "village style" lunch in Ancient Corinth or a wonderful seaside lunch at the Baths of Helen of Troy.
Duration: 80 mins
8. Ancient Port of Kenchreai
Visit the ancient port of Kenchreai or Cenchreae by the Saronic sea one of the two ports of the inland city state of Corinth.Tracing the footsteps of the Apostle Paul and his exodus from Corinth in 53 AD sailing to Ephesus with Aquila and Prescila we discuss the Nazarite vow- the cutting of the hair AC 18:18. Return to Athens 70 mins.
Duration: 30 mins

Inclusion

A Complete Biblical Experience in air-conditioned, first-class private vehicle

Hotel, Airbnb, or port pick-up and drop-off in Athens or Corinth

All vehicles with Wi-Fi, A/C, Bottled Water

Professional Tour Driver with deep knowledge of ancient, biblical & modern Greek history

Exclusion

Entrance fees

Airport pick-up and drop-off (additional cost)

Optional Licensed Tour Guide to accompany you inside the site and museum - pay fee directly to guide

Food & Drinks

Tips & Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Supplied by Ancient Greece Tours & Transfers

Reviews

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Based on 794 reviews

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