Patmos classic Monastery tour (14-20 pax)

The Sacred Island of Patmos lies at the northwestern extremity of the
Dodecanese between the islands of Ikaria and Leros. An island of rare beauty
captivating the visitor at first glance, with its picturesque harbor dominated
by the imposing Monastery of St. John standing on the hill above.

Leaving Skala harbor, you take a drive to the impressive village of Chora.
The Monastery of St. John is situated amongst gleaming white houses forming a
startling contrast to its dark mass.

The Blessed Christodoulos, Servant of Christ, built the Monastery in 1088.

It has thick, high walls crowned all around with battlements and a total of
eight chapels. The courtyard is laid with pebbles and decorated with arches
through which one can see the intricately designed frescoes adorning the chapel
entrance.

The museum houses a magnificent collection of jeweled chalices, crowns and
crosses. In addition, there are old writings dating back as far as 1073, icons
and religious paintings including an original El Greco. Many exhibits from

the library, which unfortunately is not open to the public, can also be
viewed in the museum.

The tour then continues with a visit to the Grotto of St. John, taking the
form of a 17th century Monastery built around the cave where St. John lived for
two years (95-97AD) during his writings of the Apocalypse. Inside one can see
the stone which he is said to have used as a pillow.

After this memorable tour, you will embark the coach for the short ride
back to the port.

Ideal departing time: 08:30 -09:30 

Tour schedule: 

08:30 – Depart to Monastery

08:50 – Visit Monastery

10:05 – End of Visit/ Depart for the Cave

10:15 – Visit of the Cave 

10:45 – 11:00 Return transfer to hotel

Dress code: Shoulders and knees covered.