Follow the route of Apostle Paul's first steps in Europe on a private, 8-hour day trip from Thessaloniki with Exit Bus. Departing at 9:00 AM from your hotel, apartment, the airport or the port, this tour combines the ancient city of Philippi – founded around 360 BC in Eastern Macedonia – with the atmospheric old town of Kavala, all in the comfort of a modern, air-conditioned vehicle with your own driver.
What You Will See
Philippi
Your first stop is the archaeological site of Philippi, where Apostle Paul arrived in 49 AD. Here you visit the baptistery of Lydia, the first woman in Europe to be baptized as a Christian – one of the most significant sites of early Christianity on the continent.
Kavala
In Kavala, ancient Neapolis, you stand at the step where Apostle Paul preached, then explore the city's landmarks: the old aqueduct arches, the Panagia quarter, the Imaret, and Mohamed Ali square with his historic residence.
Itinerary
- Pick-up from your hotel, apartment, Thessaloniki Airport or Port – departure at 9:00 AM
- Drive to Philippi and visit to the archaeological site and Lydia's baptistery
- Continue to Kavala for the sites of Apostle Paul and the old town
- Return and drop-off at your location – total duration approx. 8 hours
What's Included
- Private transportation with pick-up and drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi onboard
- Bottled water
- Capacity for groups of up to 50 guests
Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites, meals and beverages are not included. An official licensed tour guide can be added for €120, and we recommend around 20–40 EUR per person in cash for personal expenses, souvenirs, food or drinks.
Why Book with Exit Bus
- Fixed, transparent pricing – from €220 per vehicle, with VAT and tolls included
- Licensed operator (EOT) based in Thessaloniki with a modern Euro 6 fleet of 8–55 seats
- Flexible pick-up: Thessaloniki hotels, airport, port, or even Sani Beach Hotel in Halkidiki
- Private tour – travel at your own pace with just your group