Monastery of Saint Ephraim – Nea Makri
Duration
3–4 hours
Languages
English, Greek
Group Size
Up to 16 people
Departure
From your accommodation in Athens
Embark on a deeply moving and peaceful pilgrimage from Athens to the Holy Monastery of Saint Ephraim in Nea Makri (Mount Amomon), one of the most sacred and revered Orthodox Christian shrines in Attica. Located just 40 minutes northeast of central Athens along the forested foothills of Mount Penteli, this private half-day religious tour offers pilgrims and travelers a sanctuary of prayer, spiritual renewal, and tranquility.
Originally founded in the 10th century as the Monastery of the Annunciation of the Virgin Mary, this historic site became consecrated by the martyrdom of Saint Ephraim the Great Martyr and Wonderworker in 1426. Following the miraculous revelation of his holy and incorrupt relics in 1950 by Abbess Makaria, the monastery developed into a major pilgrimage destination attracting thousands of faithful worldwide who come seeking solace, healing, and miraculous blessings.
• Venerate Sacred Relics & The Holy Mulberry Tree: Step inside the serene monastic church to venerate the silver reliquary housing the Saint's relics, and visit the preserved ancient mulberry tree marking the exact location of Saint Ephraim's martyrdom.
Spiritual Solace, Byzantine Iconography & Monastic Serenity
Stroll through the beautifully maintained monastic courtyards adorned with cypress trees, olive groves, and fragrant flower gardens. Admire traditional Byzantine frescoes and sacred icons, light a candle for loved ones, and browse the monastery shop for handmade prayer ropes, incense, and commemorative icons crafted with care by the resident sisterhood.
We provide respectful, comfortable, and executive private round-trip transportation directly to the Holy Monastery of Saint Ephraim. Explore our comprehensive guide on Christian monasteries in Greece, discover our vehicle standards in our premium fleet guide, and consult our advice on large group transfers.
Highlights
- Visit the sacred Holy Monastery of Saint Ephraim the Wonderworker on Mount Amomon
- Venerate the holy relics of Saint Ephraim enshrined in the monastery's silver reliquary
- See the historic holy mulberry tree where Saint Ephraim suffered martyrdom in 1426
- Experience a peaceful, prayerful atmosphere in beautifully kept monastic gardens
- Admire traditional Byzantine frescoes, sacred icons, and monastic ecclesiastical art
- Browse the monastery shop for handmade prayer ropes, holy icons, and incense
- Executive door-to-door round-trip transportation with private chauffeur from Athens
✓ Included
- ✓Private door-to-door pickup and drop-off from your Athens accommodation
- ✓Half-day transportation in an executive air-conditioned vehicle
- ✓Professional, English-speaking driver
- ✓Complimentary bottled water onboard
- ✓High-speed Wi-Fi onboard
✗ Not Included
- ✗Monastery donations, candles, and devotional purchases
- ✗Food and beverages at nearby local cafés
- ✗Personal expenses and gratuities
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