Embark on an extraordinary shore excursion to phenomenal destinations, starting with a rendezvous with your private chauffeur at Skala port. Specifically, we’ll explore the revered “Holy Cave of the Apocalypse”, and make stops at Chora’s historical windmills, established in 1588, to capture unforgettable photographs.
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Cave of Apocalypse - Pick you up from the cruise ship to have the first stop at the Grotto of St John - home to the birth of the Book of Revelation, the last book in the Holy Bible. In 95AD, at the time of the persecution of the Christians, St. John was exiled to the Island of Patmos for 16 months where the Apostle heard the voice of God, saw the future, and wrote the book of Revelation. This small cave called Cave of the Apocalypse, which has now become a place of worship and an important destination for pilgrims.
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Monastery of St. John - We continue through a labyrinth of atmospheric lanes winding their way to the foot of the Monastery of St. John the Theologian built in the 11th century. Here one can get a glimpse of monastic life and absorb timeless history through the magnificent ecclesiastical artifacts of its museum. Among the Monastery’s treasures are frescoes of the founder Christodoulos and miracles of St. John, ancient documents dating from the 6th century, vestments, silverware and numerous icons including a work attributed to El Greco.
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Chora Patmos - From the Monastery we walk through the winding cobbled streets of Chora. Stroll through the winding streets of Patmos, where houses dating back to the 16th century are linked by a maze of steps and lanes interspersed with small squares, snow-white chapels and the flowered courtyards
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Windmills of Patmos - or memorable photos, built in the east of the Holy Monastery of Patmos, on the top of the hill with view of the sea, the windmills of Chora which date back to 1588, gave their name to the neighboring district of Mili. They can be characterized as another jewel of the island, which was awarded by Europa Nostra.
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Grikos Beach - Passing by Grikos bay you will enjoy your the virgin natural scene with crystal water before reach at Bay of Lambi where the beach with its colorful stones gives a small souvenir to take home with us! Also we will visit the “paralia Kampos” one of the most beautiful beaches of Patmos! Here you can have a lunch break before embarking the car for the short ride back to the port.
- Convenient pick-up and drop-off service from your cruise ship or hotel
- All taxes included
- Private car equipped with an English speaking driver
- Gratuities (optional)
- Entry/Admission fees
- Please note that due to changes in the visits hours of the monasteries the program will be modified accordingly
- One day prior you will receive the driver’s details
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
