Patmos: all 14 tours and excursions for your cruise

Explore the splendid beauty and religious history of Patmos during a scenic and informative excursion to this sacred island.Grotto of St. John and ChoraDepart the pier for the brief, scenic drive to the Grotto of St. John. This small cave, now converted into a beautiful chapel, is where the Saint lived, had his revelation and wrote the world-renowned Book of the Apocalypse. During your visit, see the stone orifice St. John is said to have used as a pillow. From here, proceed to the village of Chora,...

Indulge your senses with the beauty, history and flavours of Patmos during this memorable, half-day sightseeing excursion.Grotto of St. John and ChoraDepart the pier for the brief, scenic drive to the Grotto of St. John. This small cave, now converted into a beautiful chapel, is where the Saint lived, had his revelation and wrote the world-renowned Book of the Apocalypse. During your visit, see the stone orifice St. John is said to have used as a pillow. From here, proceed to the village of Chora,...

Experience the exquisite natural splendour and historic landmarks of Patmos during this picturesque sightseeing excursion. Windmills of ChoraDepart the pier for the brief drive to Chora. Located in the centre of the island, Chora is home to the majestic Byzantine Monastery of St. John the Divine, built in 1088. A photo stop is made at the Windmills of Chora, once the landmark of all Aegean islands. Grotto and Church of the ApocalypseNext, proceed for a visit to the nearby Grotto of the Apocalypse,...

This half-day tour reveals Patmos’ sacred heritage and serenity, visiting the Cave of St. John, pausing for photos at the windmills of Chora, and enjoying a scenic island drive with a Northern-coast photo stop before returning to the pier. Cave of St. JohnDepart from the pier for a brief drive up to the revered Cave of St. John, where tradition holds that the Book of Revelation was received. Walk carefully down the steps into the Grotto to view the devotional niches and the characteristic...

Experience the history, traditions and hospitality of Patmos during this exploration of one of the Aegean's most revered islands.Depart the pier for a visit to the Cave of the Apocalypse, where St. John is believed to have received the visions recorded in the Book of Revelation. Continue to the hilltop settlement of Chora and visit the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian, whose fortified walls dominate the island skyline. Explore the monastery complex and discover centuries of religious...

Discover a different side of Patmos during this relaxed exploration combining the island's spiritual heritage with a taste of local wines.Depart the pier and travel to Chora, the island's picturesque hilltop settlement. Visit the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian, whose fortified walls have overlooked Patmos for centuries, and learn about its enduring importance as a center of Orthodox Christianity. Continue to the Cave of the Apocalypse, where St. John is believed to have received...

Enjoy the tranquillity of one of the most exquisite beaches in the Greek Isles during this relaxing, half-day excursion to beautiful Agriolivadi. Agriolivadi Beach & Free TimeDepart the pier for the short drive to idyllic Agriolivadi Beach. A long, sand beach with small pebbles, Agriolivadi is one of the most beautiful beaches in the Greek Isles and a great place to leave your cares behind. The mainly shallow waters here make Agriolivadi ideal for toddlers, and the water is warmer than in most...

This full day tour sprints across the Dodecanese on a deluxe RIB, linking Patmos’ rugged coves with the luminous bays of Makronisi, Apronissia, and Tiganakia. Makronisi, Apronissia isletsMeet at the pier and take a short walk to your rigid-inflatable boat for a safety briefing with the skipper. Cast off along Patmos’ craggy coastline and accelerate across dazzling blue water toward Makronisi, known for its sea caves and glass-clear lagoon hues—an ideal first swim and snorkel...

This half day tour is a curated, small-group photographic journey across southern Patmos. Grotto of the Apocalypse, Chora’s WindmillsDepart from the pier and set out by minibus on a short drive toward the Grotto of the Apocalypse area, where your guide outlines composition tips for capturing devotional sites and hillside perspectives. Continue with a brief drive up to Chora for a guided wander through maze-like lanes, arched passageways, and vantage points by the windmills, working with...

This half day tour pairs Patmos’ most photogenic viewpoints with a relaxed visit to a boutique estate—stopping for photos at the Cave of the Apocalypse area and the windmills of Chora before heading inland for a guided tasting of local wines accompanied by a snack platter. Cave of the Apocalypse, Chora’s WindmillsDepart from the pier and set out by minibus on a brief drive toward the Cave of the Apocalypse area for a brief photo pause at this UNESCO-listed spiritual landmark....

Explore Patmos at your leisure during your half-day (4-hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Grotto of St. John, Windmills of Chora, Monastery of St. John...

Explore Patmos at your leisure during your full-day (8-hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Chora, Byzantine Monastery of St. John the Divine, Windmills,...

Explore Patmos at your leisure during your half-day (4-hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Chora, Byzantine Monastery of St. John the Divine, Windmills,...

Explore Patmos at your leisure during your full-day (8-hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Chora, Byzantine Monastery of St. John the Divine, Windmills,...