Take a deeper route.
Truly discover Christian heritage by walking through history with us.
For 25 years, We’ve led travelers on immersive journeys through centuries of faith, art, and history.
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Expert Guidance & Local Partnerships
25+
Years of Leading Tours
150+
Curated Tours Offered
Thousands
Pilgrims/Tourists Served
30+
Countries Explored
60%
Average Returning Participants
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Pilgrimages
Walk in the footsteps of the Prophets and Apostles.
These journeys lead you to the sacred landscapes of Scripture and the earliest Christian communities—Jerusalem, Mount Sinai, Asia Minor, and beyond.
Art, Architecture & Archaeology
Discover the stories carved in stone, paint, and mosaic.
Explore sacred art, churches, icons, ruins, and ancient wonders—from Byzantine splendor to Baroque beauty and beyond.
Saints & Christian Heritage
Travel deeper—beyond landmarks, into the soul of a place.
These itineraries follow saints, martyrs, and missionaries, blending Christian history with local culture, sacred traditions, and hidden gems across Europe.
Custom & Private Tours
Have a church group, educational institution, or special-interest community needing a tailor-made journey?
We can design private or semi-private itineraries that align with your group’s unique focus—whether it’s diving deeper into early Christian art, following specific saints’ footsteps, or exploring the local culture and culinary delights in a relaxing atmosphere.
Simply let us know your goals, and we’ll craft a faith- and culture-rich experience tailored exactly to your needs.
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Testimonials
“I thought I’d be just checking sites off my list, but Fr. Ilya’s insights turned every stop into a profound experience.”
— Anna K.
“I’m not Orthodox, yet I felt immediately welcome. These journeys go beyond tourism: they nourish your mind and heart.”
— David R.
“Dear Fr. Ilya, I really enjoyed the trip and am just now starting to digest all we saw and did. I am ever amazed at the opportunity you gave us to visit places and see things that a regular tourist would never have been able to. I am in awe of the doors opened to us!”
— Janet H.
“Dear Fr. Ilya, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU- It was a fantastic trip. I keep wanting to pinch myself and wake up from a kind of wonderful Aurora-like dreaminess: ‘did I really visit all those amazing places and drink in all the beauty, sacredness, Russian atmosphere in general?!’ The trip was all and more than I had expected…”
—Marianna C.
“We sincerely thank you and have been enriched with our visit to Russia. I feel I have a better understanding of Orthodoxy through its history and iconography. We will hold onto this experience and try to pass it on to others.
—Rev Michael and Jane T.
“Dear Fr. Ilya, I’d like to thank you for the wonderful trip you arranged for us. I enjoyed it very much and pray that one day I’ll be able to go again…We are still in wonder how in such a short time we were able to see so many places. Thanks be to God and to you for making it possible.”
—Randa A.
“We went to Russia with this group. It was the most inspiring, enjoyable informative tour imaginable. I recommend Orthodox tours 100%.”
— Nina V.
“I also wish to express my sincere gratitude for the excellent organization of the Ancient Egypt and Christian Heritage tour we participated in in late October and early November. It was a truly enriching and memorable experience, both spiritually and culturally. Your care, dedication, and thoughtful guidance throughout the journey made it especially meaningful, and I am deeply thankful for the effort you invested in making it such a success.”
— Srdjan P.
“Father Ilya Gotlinsky is an amazing and wonderful, knowledgeable tour guide! You will go places that will blow your mind! Spectacular, Awesome and Grace-filled! Please go!”
— Maria R.
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