FOLLOW THE FOOTSTEPS OF THE APOSTLE PAUL IN HIS FIRST AND SECOND MISSIONARY JOURNEYS IN GREECE AND CYPRUS, WHERE THE GOOD NEWS OF JESUS FIRST ARRIVED IN EUROPE.
Walk in some of Paul’s most significant pit-stops like Neapolis, Berea, and Athens. Visit the locations of his important letters to the Philippians, Thessalonians, and Corinthians. Explore sites in Cyprus related to Paul’s First Missionary Journey and Barnabas’ hometown.
We will learn about the Bible, Greco-Roman history and culture, archaeological discoveries, and explore the spiritual practices of the early church.
Along the way we explore the iconic Acropolis of Athens inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, soak in the breathtaking views of the Meteora monasteries perched on huge cliffs; and take an immersive journey of truffle hunting where we will have a day of retreat exploring the theme of God’s provision and creation care.
Key sights
Where we go
The route
Eleven days, two journeys
Select a stop to see what each day holds. Days 1 to 7 trace the second journey through northern and central Greece; days 8 to 11 cross to Cyprus, where the first journey began.
Highlights
What this journey includes
Biblical and Spiritual Tour led by NT Scholar and Spiritual Director with 20 years of experience leading biblical tours.
On-Site Lectures
Daily Devotions, Prayers, and Reflections
1-day Retreat at Meteora
An unforgettable immersive experience of truffle hunting
Cruise around Mt Athos
Visit to Christian and Byzantine Museum
Visit to Cyprus Island
Lecturers & spiritual guides
Who leads the journey
Rev Dr Lim Kar Yong
Lecturer, New Testament & Learning Journeys, BGST
Dr Lim is a leading NT scholar and has led Bible Land Tours for more than a decade. He specialises in Paul and the Corinthian letters and has published widely in this area. He is also an Anglican priest with St Paul’s Church Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. Apart from theological education, Kar Yong also contributes to the wider Christian community by serving as a member of the Board of Trustees of World Vision Malaysia and a member of the Executive Committee of the Bible Society of Malaysia.
Anthony Siow
Spiritual Director · Manager, BGST Centre for Spirituality
Anthony Siow is a spiritual director trained in the Ignatian tradition at the Sentir Graduate College of Spiritual Formation (later the Jesuit College of Spirituality) under the University of Divinity in Australia. He is also a certified Giver of the Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius. He left behind a fulfilling advertising career, channelling his creativity and love for the arts into his ministry, SEE.K, which helps Christians find God in music, dance, drama, film, and other creative ways of encountering God. In this way, Anthony hopes to reclaim those so-called ‘secular’ spaces back for God. Anthony also regularly leads silent retreats in Singapore and overseas.
Tour rate
What it costs
All rates are per person on a twin-sharing basis and cover the land tour — accommodation, half board, guides, entrances and transfers. The final rate depends on the size of the group.
Early bird rate — valid for bookings made by 31 October 2026. Standard rate applies from 1 November 2026.
The rate includes
- 10 nights in 4 and 5-star hotels on half board
- Domestic flight Athens to Larnaca
- All transfers and touring by private coach
- English-speaking guides throughout
- All entrance fees to sites, museums and churches
- Mt Athos boat trip, truffle hunting and forest lunch
- Eight lunches with drinks, and a farewell dinner in Limassol
- Meeting rooms for the retreat and sharing sessions
Not included
- International flights from Singapore
- Travel insurance
- Drinks beyond those listed, and personal expenses
See the full day-by-day schedule of activities and hotels behind this rate.
Reserve your seat
Complete the form to express your interest
A minimum of 20 participants is needed for the tour to depart. Places are limited and allocated on a first-come basis.
Questions about the tour? Email lim_karyong@bgst.edu.sg
Register or find out more
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