--- title: Biblical Tour Letters to The Corinthians - St Paul’s Footsteps lang: en type: tour city: Athens country: Greece price: 160 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.87 reviews: 75 duration_minutes: 480 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 46 of 63 (Corinth, Mycenae & Peloponnese Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/tours/biblical-tour-letters-to-the-corinthians-st-paul-s-footsteps/ --- # Biblical Tour Letters to The Corinthians - St Paul’s Footsteps In our comparison: #46 of 63 in Corinth, Mycenae & Peloponnese Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Embark on a transformative pilgrimage with our St. Paul's Footsteps to Ancient Corinth Private Tour. Journey through the picturesque Peloponnese Peninsula, tracing the sacred path of the apostle St. Paul. Along the way, marvel at the engineering marvel of the Corinth Canal, a modern feat of human ingenuity. Guided by biblical narratives, immerse yourself in the spiritual and historical tapestry of Ancient Corinth. Arriving at this ancient city, explore its majestic ruins, including the Temple of Apollo and the imposing Acrocorinth fortress, where St. Paul once walked. Wander through the ancient marketplace and stand at the Bema, where St. Paul delivered his stirring sermons to the Corinthians. With the flexibility of a private tour, customize your itinerary to delve deeper into the spiritual and historical facets of each location. Take moments for quiet reflection amidst the ancient ruins, contemplating the enduring legacy of St. Paul's teachings and their impact on Christianity. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 7 start times: between 07:00 and 10:00 - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €160 per person - Duration: 8h - Rating: 4.87/5 from 75 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Athens Taxi Travel - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English - Start times: 07:00, 07:30, 08:00, 08:30, 09:00, 09:30, 10:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.87 from 75 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 71 of 75. - 5 stars: 71 (95%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 3 (4%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (1%) ## What's included - Private transportation - Professional drivers with deep knowledge of history (not licensed to accompany you in any site) - Bottled water - WiFi on board - Luxurious vehicle - Air-conditioned vehicle ## Not included - Lunch - Gratuities - Licensed tour guide (upon request and depending on availability) - Ancient Corinth & Archaeological Museum of Corinth (can be purchased on-site) ## Itinerary 1. **You will visit the sacred grounds of the Acropolis, including the historic Ar...** (20m) - You will visit the sacred grounds of the Acropolis, including the historic Areopagus Hill—also known as Mars Hill—where the Apostle Paul delivered one of his most powerful and moving sermons. Standing before the council of the Athenians, he spoke about the “Unknown God,”... 2. **Corinth Canal** (30m) - We will stop at the impressive Corinth Canal, a 19th-century engineering marvel that connects the Gulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf, separating mainland Greece from the Peloponnese. Though completed in modern times, the idea dates back over 2,000 years to Periander, ruler... 3. **The Diolkos** (20m) - Dating back to antiquity, this engineering marvel facilitated the transport of ships across the Isthmus of Corinth, connecting the Aegean and Ionian Seas. As travelers explore this ancient site, they can imagine the bustling activity of merchants and sailors, including those... 4. **Isthmia** (1h) - Just a short distance from the Corinth Canal lies the ancient site of Isthmia, once home to the second most significant athletic competition of the ancient world after the Olympics—the Isthmian Games. Held in honor of Poseidon, these games attracted athletes and spectators... 5. **Archaeological Museum of Isthmia** (30m) - As part of our journey in St. Paul’s footsteps, we visit the Archaeological Museum of Isthmia, which offers valuable insight into the cultural and spiritual world that surrounded the Apostle during his time in the region. The museum houses artifacts from the sanctuary of... 6. **Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)** (1h) - Your visit to Ancient Corinth takes you to one of the most important cities of early Christianity. Strategically located on the isthmus between mainland Greece and the Peloponnese, Corinth was a thriving cultural and commercial hub in antiquity. The Apostle Paul lived and... 7. **Archaeological Site of Isthmia** (40m) - At the Archaeological Site of Isthmia, you’ll explore a major center of ancient worship and athletics closely tied to St. Paul’s mission. The Temple of Poseidon, rebuilt multiple times, stood as a symbol of pagan tradition during Paul’s time in the region. Nearby is the... 8. **Archaeological Site of Isthmia** (pass by, no stop) - At the ancient theater of Isthmia, built for musical events of the Isthmian Games, you’ll witness the cultural backdrop of St. Paul’s ministry. Surrounded by Roman mosaics depicting sea creatures and Dionysian myths, this theater reflects the rich but pagan world Paul... 9. **Archaeological Site of Isthmia** (pass by, no stop) - Isthmia was not only a center of worship and athletic competition, but also a historic meeting place for critical political and military decisions in ancient Greece. Its strategic location made it the ideal site for gatherings of great significance. By the time of St. Paul’s... 10. **Temple of Apollo** (30m) - At the heart of Ancient Corinth, you will visit the striking Temple of Apollo, one of the oldest and most significant temples in Greece. Built around 560 BC, it is an early example of Doric architecture, notable for its monolithic limestone columns, which remain standing as a... 11. **Kechries** (30m) - At Kechries—the site of ancient Cenchreae, the eastern port of Corinth—you’ll walk in the footsteps of St. Paul, who stopped here during his second missionary journey, as mentioned in Acts 18:18. Before departing for Syria with Priscilla and Aquila, Paul cut his hair to... 12. **This church honors the Apostle Paul, who spent 18 months in Corinth around 51...** (20m) - This church honors the Apostle Paul, who spent 18 months in Corinth around 51–52 AD, founding one of the earliest Christian communities in Greece. Mentioned in the Book of Acts and in his letters to the Corinthians, Paul’s time in Corinth was deeply influential. From here, he... 13. **Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)** (pass by, no stop) - At Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos), you will visit the Bema, a prominent stone platform in the Roman Forum, closely tied to St. Paul’s ministry. During his stay in Corinth around 51–52 AD, Paul was brought before the Roman proconsul Gallio, accused of illegal teachings.... 14. **Corinth** (1h) - Enjoy a relaxing lunch at a traditional seaside Greek taverna. 15. **Acrocorinth** (40m) - Akrokorinthos, the imposing fortress towering above Ancient Corinth, holds significance in the footsteps of St. Paul. As visitors ascend its ancient walls, they follow the path believed to have been traveled by the apostle. From its strategic vantage point, St. Paul would... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 07:00, 07:30, 08:00, 08:30, 09:00, 09:30, 10:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Specialized infant seats are available - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Our drivers are not official tour guides, but they are knowledgeable and can provide fascinating commentary in fluent English. Although they will not enter the sites with you, they can answer all of your questions about the places you visit with this tour. - Third party activities and especially extreme sports are not allowed during the tour. This can be a cause for immediate cancellation of the tour. ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €320 | €160 | | 4 | €356 | €89 | | 6 | €390 | €65 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Corinth, Mycenae & Peloponnese Day Trips start at €25 per person. ## Compared with other Corinth, Mycenae & Peloponnese Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #46 of 63** | €160 | 8h | 4.87 (75) | private | | [Private Luxury Biblical Tour: Apostle Paul’s Footsteps – Corinth](/greece/athens/tours/private-luxury-biblical-tour-apostle-paul-s-footsteps-corinth/?format=md) | €168 | 5h | 4.99 (262) | private | | [Private Luxury Biblical Tour: Apostle Paul in Athens & Corinth](/greece/athens/tours/private-luxury-biblical-tour-apostle-paul-in-athens-corinth/?format=md) | €210 | 8h | 4.98 (240) | private | | [Biblical Tour Letters ToThe Corinthians St Paul’s Footsteps 6Hour](/greece/athens/tours/biblical-tour-letters-tothe-corinthians-st-paul-s-footsteps-6hour/?format=md) | €150 | 6h 15m | 4.94 (1625) | shared | Ranked #46 of 63 in Corinth, Mycenae & Peloponnese Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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