This three-day pilgrimage to Mount Athos offers a chance to visit many monasteries, shrines, and the capital, Karyes, in a short time. The trip includes Divine Liturgies, evening prayers, and insights into monastic life. An experienced guide will accompany you, assisting with communication and offering historical context. Experience the spiritual atmosphere of the Holy Mountain, believed to be the earthly domain of the Mother of God—a unique and unforgettable journey.
Trip Program
Arrival
Airport pick-up and transfer to Ouranoupoli
Hotel check-in and leisure time
Day 1
Meet the guide in Ouranoupoli at 7:30 a.m.
Obtain Diamonitirions
Depart for Athos by speedboat at 8:45 a.m.
Arrive at St. Panteleimon Monastery.
Car transfer to visit monasteries:
Karyes (Mount Athos capital) – “Axion Estin” Icon.
Apostle Andrew Skete: Head of Apostle Andrew
Vatopaidi – Cincture of the Theotokos, relics, and miraculous icons.
Iviron – Icon of the Mother of God and holy spring.
Filotheou – Miraculous icon “Glykophilousa.”
Evening prayer, meal, and overnight at St. Panteleimon Monastery.
Day 2
Morning prayer and meal. Visit monasteries:
Hilandar (Serbian) – Icons and relics of Saint Sava.
Zograf (Bulgarian) – Icons of St. George.
Docheiariou – Icon of the Theotokos Gorgoepikoos.
Xenophontos – Icons of Theotokos Hodegetria and St. George.
St. Panteleimon Monastery – Icon and relics of Panteleimon the Healer.
Evening prayer, meal, and overnight at the monastery.
Day 3
Morning prayer and meal. Visit monasteries:
Pantokratoros – Icon of Herondissa.
Stavronikita – Icon of Nicholas the Wonderworker.
Skete of the Prophet Elijah – Theotokos of Tikhvin.
Skete of the Theotokos – Icon of Our Lady of Kazan.
Ferry departure to Ouranoupoli at 15:45.
Transfer to the airport or Thessaloniki.
Please note
The maximum group size is 6 people
Visa: Visa: Processing takes up to 2 days (longer on weekends/holidays). A passport is required. Visa applications may be rejected without explanation.
Respect: Follow monastic rules; the guide will provide guidance.
Accommodation: Monastery stays are free, with breakfast and dinner included.
Photography: Allowed except in temples and some monasteries.
Clothes:
Pilgrims should wear neutral clothing that covers knees, shoulders, and arms, plus a headcover if needed.
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