--- title: "In the Footsteps of Apostle Paul: Ancient Corinth Tour" lang: en type: tour city: Athens country: Greece price: 162 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.95 reviews: 396 duration_minutes: 300 duration_max_minutes: 360 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 5 of 63 (Corinth, Mycenae & Peloponnese Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/tours/in-the-footsteps-of-apostle-paul-ancient-corinth-tour/ --- # In the Footsteps of Apostle Paul: Ancient Corinth Tour In our comparison: #5 of 63 in Corinth, Mycenae & Peloponnese Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover the ancient city of Corinth, where history and faith come together in a powerful way. Walk through the ruins of the agora, where the Apostle Paul once spoke to the people, and stand at the Bema—the very platform from which he addressed the Corinthians. Visit the Temple of Apollo, a striking reminder of the city’s pre-Christian heritage, and reflect on the contrast between ancient beliefs and Paul’s message. This tour offers a compelling insight into one of the most pivotal moments in the early spread of Christianity. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 11 start times: between 07:00 and 12:00 - Age rule: Child seats available upon request **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €162 per person - Duration: 5h–6h - Rating: 4.95/5 from 396 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Colours of Greece - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 11 start times between 07:00 and 12:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.95 from 396 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 392 of 396. - 5 stars: 381 (96%) - 4 stars: 11 (3%) - 3 stars: 2 (1%) - 2 stars: 2 (1%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - For groups of 1-4 people, our tours utilize sedan vehicles. - Private, air-conditioned vehicle with onboard Wi‑Fi. - Bottled water - English-speaking tour driver with historical knowledge (not licensed to guide inside sites) - Hotel and Port Pickup/Drop off ## Not included - Entrance Fees to archeological sites and museum - Airport pick-up is optional and comes with additional cost ## Itinerary 1. **Start the day at the Isthmus of Corinth, the narrow land bridge that links ma...** (20m) - Start the day at the Isthmus of Corinth, the narrow land bridge that links mainland Greece to the Peloponnese. In antiquity, it marked the natural boundary between the two regions and held great strategic and symbolic significance. Since 1893, the impressive Corinth Canal has... 2. **The Diolkos** (10m) - Just a short distance from the canal lies the ancient Diolkos, a remarkable feat of engineering that predates the canal by over two millennia. This stone-paved trackway allowed ancient ships to be hauled overland across the Isthmus of Corinth, saving them from the perilous... 3. **Ancient Port of Kenchreai** (20m) - Arrive at Kechrees, the eastern port of Corinth, where the Apostle Paul disembarked during his first visit to the city around 51 A.D. It was also from here that he later set sail for Ephesus, entrusting his letter to the Romans to a prominent Christian woman named Phoebe, a... 4. **Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)** (40m) - Step into the heart of Ancient Corinth, one of the most powerful and prosperous cities of the classical world. For Christian visitors, this site holds special meaning: at the Bema, a raised platform in the center of the city, Paul is believed to have addressed the local... 5. **Archaeological Museum of Corinth** (45m) - Conclude your visit to the site with the Museum of Ancient Corinth, built in 1932 to preserve the wealth of artifacts uncovered during excavations. The museum offers a deeper understanding of Corinth’s long history, with highlights including prehistoric finds and items from... 6. **Explore Acrocorinth, the fortified acropolis that protected ancient and medie...** (40m) - Explore Acrocorinth, the fortified acropolis that protected ancient and medieval Corinth. Beyond its impressive walls, towers, and bastions—built and reinforced through Greek, Byzantine, Frankish, Venetian, and Ottoman periods—Acrocorinth was also home to the famous Temple of... 7. **Apostolos Pavlos Church** (20m) - End your tour at the modern Church of Saint Paul, located in the heart of ancient Corinth. Inside, a striking mosaic by artists Pastorutti and Tsotsonis vividly depicts the apostle’s journey and mission in the city. This contemporary tribute creates a meaningful connection... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 11 start times between 07:00 and 12:00 - 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 - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Child seats available upon request - Travel time is included in tour duration - Wear comfortable shoes for walking and exploring the various sites - Bring a hat and sunscreen, as the weather in Greece can be hot and sunny. ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €324 | €162 | | 4 | €376 | €94 | | 6 | €426 | €71 | 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 · #5 of 63** | €162 | 5h–6h | 4.95 (396) | 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 #5 of 63 in Corinth, Mycenae & Peloponnese Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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