A miracle not as a metaphor, but as a reality.

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7 to 9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Don’t miss your chance to witness a living miracle.

This isn’t just a place that sparks the imagination — it challenges reason and awakens wonder.
Hidden in the green hills of Arcadia, the sacred Temple of Agia Theodora is unlike anything else in the world. Here, towering trees — some reaching 30 meters high — grow straight through the stone walls and roof of a tiny Byzantine chapel, whose walls are barely 30 centimeters thick. Yet the building stands firm, untouched by time, weather, or logic.

According to tradition, it was here that Saint Theodora was martyred. As she faced death, she prayed: “Let my body become a church, my hair the trees, and my blood the water.” And so it came to pass. Today, massive trees rise from the temple itself — and from beneath its foundations flows a small river, as if fed by her sacrifice.

Whether you're a believer or a skeptic, standing in this place makes you feel the presence of something beyond comprehension — something holy.

What's Included

Private transportation
English-speaking driver-guide
All Fees and Taxes
If you wish, you can also enjoy lunch at a taverna located right next to the temple (optional).

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick you up for the tour from your hotel or place of residence in Athens. Please don't forget to provide this information when making your booking.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Corinth Canal

    After about 1 hour on the road, we’ll make a short stop at the Corinth Canal — a spectacular man-made gorge — for photos and a restroom break 20-30 minutes. From there, we’ll continue through the scenic landscapes of the Peloponnese toward the miraculous temple.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Agia Theodora

    From the canal, it’s another 1.5 to 2 hours through the scenic landscapes of the Peloponnese to reach the miraculous temple. ⛪ On Site You’ll have 1 to 3 hours to explore the site, admire the wonder, and take unforgettable photos. If you wish, you can also enjoy lunch at a traditional Greek taverna located right next to the temple (optional).

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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