Ancient Philippi Guided Tour from Kavala Port
Overview
Travel from Kavala Port to the UNESCO-listed Ancient City of Philippi on this guided half-day shore excursion. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Macedonian countryside with a meaningful stop at the Saint Lydia Baptistery, an important site in early Christian history.
Explore the impressive ruins of Ancient Philippi, including basilicas, the Roman forum, ancient baths, and the Greek theater, as your expert guide brings the site’s history to life. After the visit, enjoy a short period of free time before returning comfortably to Kavala Port, timed to your cruise schedule.
What's Included
- Port pick up & Drop off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Entrance Fees
- Professional Guide
- Food, Drinks
Meeting and Pickup
After disembarking your cruise ship, you will be transferred ashore by tender boat. Upon arrival at the port, there will be members of our team waiting for you near the Tender Boat disembarkation point (near the parked Buses), holding -AVALON TRAVEL- signs.
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Baptistry of St. Lydia
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Archaeological Site of Philippi
1 hour 20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suggested Clothing :Comfortable walking shoes with good grip, light, breathable clothing , a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen Visitors wishing to enter St. Lydia’s Baptistery should dress modestly (shoulders and knees covered)
- The Ancient Philippi Archaeological Site is not wheelchair accessible due to uneven terrain, cobblestones, and steps
- Visitors wishing to enter St. Lydia’s Baptistery should dress modestly (shoulders and knees covered)
- Important: The standard booking is a shared group tour. A private tour option is available and must be selected during booking. Changes are not possible on the day of the tour
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Sky Diving customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Port pick up & Drop off.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- All Entrance Fees.
- Professional Guide.
- Food, Drinks.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Ancient Philippi Guided Tour from Kavala Port is as follows:
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Ancient Philippi Guided Tour from Kavala Port will be included in your confirmation email from City Sky Diving. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Port pick up & Drop off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Entrance Fees
- Professional Guide
- Food, Drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suggested Clothing :Comfortable walking shoes with good grip, light, breathable clothing , a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen Visitors wishing to enter St. Lydia’s Baptistery should dress modestly (shoulders and knees covered)
- The Ancient Philippi Archaeological Site is not wheelchair accessible due to uneven terrain, cobblestones, and steps
- Visitors wishing to enter St. Lydia’s Baptistery should dress modestly (shoulders and knees covered)
- Important: The standard booking is a shared group tour. A private tour option is available and must be selected during booking. Changes are not possible on the day of the tour
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
