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A historic castle atop a hill with white buildings below. 1
A cruise ship named 'Calound' docked at a harbor surrounded by rocky hills and sparse vegetation. 2
A hillside with windmills, a road, and buildings. 3
A stone church with a cross on top, overlooking a body of water and mountains. 4
A coastal town with a cruise ship in the bay, surrounded by hills and clear skies. 5
By Private Tours Greece

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Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$1,155 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Marvel at St. John’s Grotto and Monastery, key biblical sites on Patmos
    • Travel between Patmos’ landmarks with ease in a private vehicle with a driver
    • Enjoy picturesque Skala Harbour, traditional shops, and local atmosphere
    • Visit the Cave of the Apocalypse, where John received visions of Revelation
    • Visit St. John’s Monastery, a UNESCO site symbolising Patmos’ spiritual heritage

Activity location

    • Patmos
    • Patmos, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Patmos
    • Patmos, Greece

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Private Patmos Tour: St. John Monastery and Cave of the Apocalypse in English

  • Opening hours: Wed 7:00 am-9:00 pm
  • English

Get the most out of your tour with a licensed tour guide accompanying you.

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$774.96 x 2 AdultsNZ$1,549.92
Total
Price is NZ$1,549.92

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Pickup & drop-off from Patmos Cruise terminal
  • Inclusions
    Private car & English-speaking driver
  • Inclusions
    Licensed tour guide and entrance tickets
  • Inclusions
    1 bottle of water per traveller
  • Exclusions
    Service charge

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle, Drones
    • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments

What you can expect

  • Pick-up: Meet your private driver at Patmos cruise port to start your guided shore excursion in Patmos.

    Monastery of St. John the Theologian: Our journey begins with a visit to the Monastery of St. John the Theologian, a magnificent structure resembling a Byzantine castle. Founded in 1088 by Ossios Christodoulos under the patronage of Byzantine Emperor Alexios I. Komnenos, this imposing monastery stands as a fortress on the island of Patmos. The monastery's walls, soaring over 15 metres high, define dimensions of 53 metres from north to south and 70 metres from east to west, creating an awe-inspiring presence. The Monastery of St. John the Theologian offers a journey into history and spirituality. As you explore its grounds, you'll witness the architectural marvels that have endured for centuries.

    Cave of the Apocalypse: Our next destination is the 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.

    Drop-off: After this enriching and memorable tour, we will return to the port.

Location

Activity location

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    • Patmos
    • Patmos, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Patmos
    • Patmos, Greece