Marathon and the Monastery of St. Ephraim

Trip Description

Visit the historic battlefield of Marathon, where the Athenians achieved their legendary victory over the Persians in 490 BC, inspiring the modern marathon race. Continue to the Monastery of Saint Ephraim, one of Greece's most important pilgrimage sites, housing the miraculous relics of the saint.

Route — 4 Stops

• 1
  Marathon Archaeological Site
• 2
  Archaeological Museum
• 3
  Ancient Bronze Age burial sites
• 4
  Monastery of St. Ephraim

What's Included