Kavala - Pilgrimage Routes

Orthodox Heritage

6 hours
Kids allowed
Pet friendly
Audio guide
Van

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At a glance

Visit important sites of the Orthodox heritage
See rare icons, exceptional mosaics and stories lost in the depths of time
Discover monuments of worship of different denominations and religions, revealing the multicultural heritage of the region

In detail

CitySpot

Galikis Dhmokratias 13
Agios Grigorios Karvalis

In the Holy Pilgrimage Church of Saint Gregory in Karvali is the venerable relic of the Saint in a golden urn, which was transferred from Karvali in Cappadocia in 1924.
The Holy Monastery of Agios Apostolos Silas

The Holy Monastery of St. Apostle Silas is a male monastery and is connected to surviving parts of the ancient Egnatia Road (Via Egnatia)
The Holy Pilgrimage of Saint Lydia Philippisia and the Baptistery

The Holy Pilgrimage of Saint Lydia Philippisia and the Baptistery are located on the banks of the Zygaktis River, west of ancient Philippi, where the Apostle Paul baptized the first Greek-European Christian woman, Lydia Philippisia
The Holy Monastery of Ikosifoinissa

The Holy Monastery of Ikosifoinissa with its miraculous icon is one of the largest pilgrimages in Macedonia and is the oldest active monastery in Greece and Europe.
CitySpot

Galikis Dhmokratias 13

What is included

Round-trip Transportation in minibus
Day trip
Driver

Important information

You need to bring non-slip sports shoes and a hat and wear appropriate clothing (no shorts)
No food or alcohol is allowed in the vehicles.
The activity is not suitable for people with limited mobility or other medical conditions. Please inform our staff if you have any health issues.