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Since 2010, we have guided cruise passengers through Patmos, the island where, according to Christian tradition, Saint John received the visions recorded in the Book of Revelation. This private shore excursion is planned around your ship’s schedule, from the moment your tender reaches Skala until you’re back at the port with time to spare. A licensed guide and all entrance tickets are included, so there are no queues or extra costs on the day.
Your first stop is the Cave of the Apocalypse, a small sanctuary built into the hillside where pilgrims have come to pray for centuries. Your licensed guide explains the history and traditions of the site. From there, you continue up to the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian, founded in 1088. Its fortress walls protect frescoes, icons and a museum of manuscripts and religious treasures.
End the visit in Chora, walking its whitewashed lanes and taking in views over the Aegean, before your driver returns you to Skala.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will pick you up form your cruise ship according to your arrival details
Itinerary
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Skala (Pass by)
Meet your private driver and tour guide at Skala port to embark on a captivating shore excursion, exploring the most renowned Christian sites
Admission ticket free -
1Cave of Apocalypse
Cave of the Apocalypse, a holy sanctuary where tradition holds that John the Evangelist received divine revelations and transcribed the Book of Revelation with his student Prohoros. This sacred text has garnered admiration from faithful Christians worldwide. As you step into the "Holy Cave," you'll sense the profound spirituality that permeates this sacred space, making it a destination for worship and reflection.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2Monastery of St. John
Resembling a Byzantine castle, the Monastery of St. John was built as a fortress in 1088 by Ossios Christodoulos. The monastery's towering walls, reaching over 15 meters high, enclose a museum housing a magnificent collection of jeweled chalices, crowns, crosses, and an original El Greco painting—one of his first.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
3Zoodochos Pigi
Convent of Zoodochos: The Convent of Zoodochos Pigi, located on Patmos, is a tranquil and historically rich religious site built in 1607. With its iconic architecture and peaceful atmosphere, the Convent of Zoodochos Pigi offers a glimpse into the island's sacred heritage, making it a place of both cultural and spiritual significance.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Chora Patmos
Chora of Patmos is absolutely gorgeous. Every narrow street is a photoshoot in and of itself. Stroll through the winding cobbled streets of Chora and cobbled streets of this delightful little village which built according to the typical Aegean style mingle with the superb mansions & the snow-white chapels and the flowered courtyards
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
Skala (Pass by)
At the end of this amazing trip transfer you back to the ship
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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