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Patmos Essence of icons (1-6 pax)

Patmos Essence of icons (1-6 pax)

This tour
takes us right to the heart of spiritual art giving us a deeper 
understanding Of the icons beauty, harmony and symbolism.
Our tour departs by coach from the port Of Skala taking us to the Old
village  of Chora, the islands capital, which stands high on the hilltop
with a  panoramic view over the island.
Firstly we visit the tiny Convent of Zoodochos Pigi built in 1607. On one side
of the cobbled courtyard is the chapel where we discover an array of
recently  restored 17th century frescoes along With a beautiful carved
icon wall. On the other side is a small gift shop where one can purchase
handicrafts made by the nuns.

From the convent we walk through the winding
cobbled streets of Chora to  the 11th century Monastery of St. John the
Theologian. The main church is  steeped with icons and frescoes dating as
far back as the 12th century, along with an impressive gilded icon wall. 
What sets this tour apart is the rare opportunity to visit the Monastery’s icon
restoration studio, where we see meticulous skilled work in progress and
learn  about restoration techniques.

We then visit the monastery’s museum which
contains endless Byzantine  treasures including documents dating from as
early as the early 6th century  and a wonderful collection of icons by many
famous painters including an early El Greco. 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 (organized)

09:00 – Depart to Chora

09:10 – Walk to monanstery of Zoodochos Pigi

09:20 – Visit of Zoodochos Pigi

09:40 – Walk to the Monastery 

10:00 – Visit the Monastery  

10:20 – Visit of the icon restoration studio 

10:50 – Refreshments & Shopping

11:15 – End of tour and transfer back to hotel.

Dress code: Shoulders and knees covered. 

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Extras

Official Licenced Guide - 4 Hours

Official English speaking licenced guide for your tour for 4 Hours.
Important note: Guiding is in Arceological area of your booked tour only!
Any other languages upon request. Charges may are different.
Kindly request other language in Remarks box below.
Cancelation policy when is booked guide is 100% charge 14 days prior the booked tour date.

Greek Traditional Meal supplement per person

Traditional Greek Cuisine meal
Meal includes: Greek Salad, Starter, Main course, Dessert
Meal NOT incudes: Drinks & beverages, Tips.
Important note: Infants up to 3.99 years old are free of carge. Children from 4 years old are paying as adults.
Meal is booked but is not calculated in the final price.
The meal charge will be calculated in your proforma invoice according the number of persons are participating.
Rates depending the destination: 18.00 -25.00 Euro per person

Fish Meal supplement per person

Traditional Greek Cuisine Meal with fish.
Meal includes: Greek Salad, Starter, Main course with fish, Dessert
Meal NOT incudes: Drinks & beverages, Tips.
Important note: Iinfants up to 3.99 years old are free of carge. Children from 4 years old are paying as adults. 
Meal is booked but is not calculated in the final price.
The meal charge will be calculated in your proforma invoice according the number of persons are participating.
Rates depending the destination: 35.00 -45.00 Euro per person

Entrance fees (Archeological areas)

Entrance fees: You can prebook them in order to save time. The charge will be calculated in your proforma invoice according the number of persons are participating and depending the archelogical areas of the tour that they are going to visit.
Rates are depending the destination and the booked tour.

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