Israel and Greece Journey

The Greece & Israel Journey tour combines two of the world’s most meaningful biblical destinations into one seamless Christian travel experience. Unlike traditional Holy Land tours that focus only on Israel, this journey allows travelers to follow the footsteps of the Apostle Paul in Greece while also visiting many of Christianity’s most important biblical sites in Israel.
Many travelers especially appreciate the opportunity to experience Athens, Ancient Corinth, Jerusalem, Bethlehem, the Sea of Galilee, Masada, and many other iconic biblical and historical locations during one professionally organized journey.

This Christian biblical tour includes both Greece and Israel. The itinerary combines biblical landmarks, archaeological sites, historical locations, cultural experiences, Mediterranean scenery, and faith-based travel experiences throughout both countries into one seamless and professionally organized journey.

Many travelers choose Greece and Israel tours because they provide a broader understanding of the New Testament, early Christianity, and the biblical world. Visiting both countries allows travelers to experience locations connected to the Apostle Paul, the early Church, the ministry of Jesus, and many important events described throughout the Bible.
The combination of Greece and Israel also creates a unique opportunity to experience Mediterranean culture, biblical history, archaeology, and some of Christianity’s most important sites within one meaningful journey. Travelers looking for additional faith-based travel experiences may also enjoy our other Holy Land tours and biblical journeys.

The Greece portion of the tour focuses on Athens and Ancient Corinth, two of the most important locations connected to the ministry of the Apostle Paul in Greece.
Travelers visit Athens, where Paul delivered his famous sermon on Mars Hill (Areopagus) speaking about the “Unknown God” (Acts 17:22–23), as well as the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Acropolis Museum.
The journey also includes Ancient Corinth, where Paul lived and preached during an important period of his ministry. Travelers explore the ruins of Ancient Corinth, including the Bema (Judgment Seat) where Paul stood before Gallio, the ancient marketplace, and nearby Cenchrea, the port associated with Paul’s missionary journeys.
These locations help bring the New Testament and the ministry of the Apostle Paul to life in a powerful and personal way. Travelers interested in exploring additional biblical destinations throughout Greece may also enjoy our other Greece tours following the footsteps of the Apostle Paul and Mediterranean biblical journeys.

Absolutely. One of the highlights of the Greece portion of the journey is visiting Athens and Ancient Corinth, two of the most important locations connected to the ministry of the Apostle Paul.
Travelers visit Mars Hill (Areopagus) in Athens, where Paul delivered his famous message to the Athenians about the “Unknown God,” as described in Acts 17. In Ancient Corinth, travelers explore the biblical city where Paul preached, taught, and stood before Gallio at the Bema. Many guests describe standing in these biblical locations as one of the most meaningful parts of the journey and a powerful way to better understand the New Testament and the spread of early Christianity.

The Israel portion of the tour includes many of Christianity’s most meaningful biblical sites, including Jerusalem’s Old City, Bethlehem, the Mount of Olives, the Garden of Gethsemane, the Via Dolorosa, the Garden Tomb, the Sea of Galilee, Capernaum, Tabgha, the Mount of Beatitudes, Nazareth, Cana, the Jordan River baptism site, Masada, and the Dead Sea.
For many travelers, visiting these biblical locations in person creates a much deeper connection to Scripture and allows the Bible to come to life in a powerful and personal way. Travelers interested in exploring additional biblical destinations may also enjoy our other Christian tours to Israel and Holy Land journeys.

Absolutely. The Israel portion of the tour includes many of the places connected to the life, ministry, miracles, crucifixion, and resurrection of Jesus.
Many guests describe visiting these biblical locations as one of the most meaningful parts of the journey. Moments of worship, prayer, Scripture reading, fellowship, and personal reflection often become lasting memories long after the tour ends.

The tour begins in Athens, Greece and concludes in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Travelers should plan their international flights accordingly, typically arriving into Athens International Airport (ATH) and departing from Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport (TLV). Since the tour starts in one country and ends in another, most travelers book what is commonly known as a “multi-city” or “open-jaw” airline ticket.  Our team provides recommended arrival and departure details prior to the journey in order to help travelers coordinate their flights smoothly with the tour itinerary.

Yes. This tour is an excellent choice for travelers who want to experience both Greece and Israel during one organized biblical journey. The itinerary combines many of the region’s most important biblical and historical sites while providing the support of professional tour guides, hotels, transportation, organized sightseeing, and experienced local teams throughout both countries.

This is an active multi-country journey that involves walking on uneven terrain, cobblestone streets, archaeological areas, stairs, hills, and full sightseeing days throughout Greece and Israel.
Sites such as Ancient Corinth, Jerusalem’s Old City, and Masada may involve additional walking and uneven surfaces compared to many traditional tours. Travelers should generally be comfortable walking at least 1.5 miles per day without assistance.
That said, we are always happy to speak with prospective travelers about individual mobility concerns, special needs, or possible accommodations. We encourage travelers to contact our team in advance so we can help determine whether this journey is the right fit and help create the most comfortable and enjoyable travel experience possible.

This tour is considered a moderate activity-level journey. Travelers should expect walking on uneven surfaces, archaeological areas, stairs, and full sightseeing days throughout Greece and Israel.
Sightseeing days are typically active and often include extensive walking throughout biblical and archaeological locations. Comfortable walking shoes are strongly recommended.

Many travelers are pleasantly surprised by how organized and welcoming their experience throughout Greece and Israel feels. Major tourism areas, hotels, biblical sites, and archaeological landmarks regularly welcome Christian travelers from around the world.
Our team carefully monitors conditions on the ground and works closely with experienced local partners in both countries to help provide a smooth and professionally organized travel experience.

The tour includes carefully selected hotels chosen for their comfort, service, location, food quality, and overall traveler experience.
Most departures feature highly rated hotels with daily buffet breakfasts and many included dinners throughout the journey, allowing travelers to relax after full days of sightseeing throughout Greece and Israel.

The tour typically includes daily hotel buffet breakfasts and many dinners throughout much of the journey.
Since dining costs in both Greece and Israel can add up quickly, these included meals help provide excellent overall value while also allowing travelers opportunities to enjoy local Greek, Israeli, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern cuisine during their free time and lunches.

Yes. Airport transfers are included for travelers arriving and departing within the designated arrival and departure windows associated with the tour.
Detailed arrival instructions and pre-departure information are provided before the journey.

Travel between Greece and Israel is handled via a regional flight between Athens and Tel Aviv, which travelers arrange independently as part of their overall travel plans.
Our team provides guidance regarding the recommended flight timing in order to help coordinate the Greece and Israel portions of the journey smoothly. Airport transfers, touring, hotels, transportation, and sightseeing arrangements within each country are organized as part of the tour.

Spring (March–May) and fall (September–November) are generally considered the most popular times to visit Greece and Israel because temperatures are often more comfortable for sightseeing throughout both countries.
These seasons are especially popular for visiting Athens, Ancient Corinth, Jerusalem, Bethlehem, the Dead Sea, and the Sea of Galilee. Summer departures are also available and provide longer daylight hours, though temperatures can become warmer during peak summer months.

Visa requirements vary depending on nationality and passport.

For travelers with U.S. passports, Greece and Israel currently allow short tourist visits without requiring a traditional visa in advance. Our team provides updated travel guidance and helpful pre-departure information before the journey.

This tour attracts a wide variety of travelers, including couples, families, pastors, church members, Bible study groups, friends traveling together, and individual travelers joining on their own.
Many guests appreciate sharing the experience with fellow travelers who are interested in biblical history, archaeology, faith, culture, and meaningful travel throughout Greece, Israel, and the biblical world.

For more than two decades, America Israel Tours® and America Greece Tours® have helped tens of thousands of travelers experience professionally organized biblical journeys throughout Greece, Israel, and the surrounding Mediterranean region.
Travelers consistently appreciate our experienced U.S.-based staff, knowledgeable local tour guides, carefully planned itineraries, trusted local partnerships, and commitment to providing meaningful and well-organized Christian travel experiences.
Many churches, Bible study groups, families, couples, and individual travelers choose our Greece and Israel tours because of our long-standing experience operating Christian biblical journeys since 2003.