It is with deep sorrow and every hope in the Lord's resurrection that His Eminence Archibishop Elpidophoros of America announces the sudden passing of Metropolitan Ilia (Katre) of Philomelion of the Albanian Orthodox Diocese of America.
MGA Tours remembers Metropolitan Ilia with great love and respect. We were privileged to have him lead us throughout the Holy Land.
May his memory be eternal.
July 14th, 1937 - October 6, 2022
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A Christian Pilgrimage
"Visiting Our Church Mother: Constantinople and Jerusalem"

Testimonials
A few words from our gracious clients.


Links and Attributions
Our Friends and Helpfull Info

The Experts
How to prepare for your pilgrimage.
Passport info can be found at the US State Department website.
The Israeli Ministry of Tourism also has a very helpful site.

Travel Tips
Regulations require positive identification on the outside of your luggage, use a business address if possible.
Take a neck pillow with you, if needed. Airlines now charge for pillows and blankets.
Our Friends
Mt Athos Pilgrimage
My name is Theofilos Russos. I grew up not far from Mount Athos and have been privileged to visit there over 100 times.