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From Athens: Meteora Monasteries Full-Day Guided Tour with Lunch

Meteora monastery with scenic rock formations in Greece, viewed from a distance.
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Old Habitation of Kastraki Village
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Discover the Meteora rock formations and their UNESCO World Heritage-listed monasteries from Athens on this full-day tour by train.

    • Unlock a day of spirituality and history with this journey to Meteora, one of the most significant Eastern Orthodox monastic complexes.

    • Enjoy the comfort of a round-trip transfer in a luxury limo minibus, taking you straight from the heart of Athens to the quaint town of Kalabaka.

    • A multilingual audio guide walks you through the marvels of Meteora in your native tongue as you explore the monasteries and monk caves.

    • How about a hearty, complimentary two-course lunch in the traditional town of Kalabaka? Even better, we've got vegan and vegetarian options covered!

    • Upgrade your experience to click some amazing pictures with the photo stops at Meteora.

    • Fun fact: Meteora's monasteries were built on towering rocks to provide monks with a safe haven from the turbulent world below.

    • Round-trip transfers with air-conditioned limo minibus

    • English/Spanish-speaking tour guide (as per option selected)

    • English-speaking local guide in the minibus

    • Audio guide in English, German, Spanish, French, Portuguese & Russian (as per option selected)

    • Greek lunch

    • Photostops in Meteora

    • Visit inside 2 of the 6 monasteries

    • Visit to the Monk Caves

    • Free time in Kalabaka

    • Drinks

    • Personal expenses

    • Guided tour inside the monasteries

    • Entrance tickets to the monasteries (approx.€3 per monastery)

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Guests from Spain, France, United States and over 20 countries have loved this experience
    Jimmy Kim Sing Wong

    Jimmy

    5/5

    Oct, 2024

    Our tour guide, Maria, was fantastic whom told us great history about the 6 monasteries including the geology of the area. We visited 3 monasteries of which Varlem was the best. She was very passionate and funny. I would highly recommend this tour and having Maria as a guide.
    Ankur Yadav

    Ankur

    5/5

    Oct, 2024

    Loved how easy and seamless the whole experience was. The driver drove very smoothly and the guide was just wonderful, explaining everything nicely and giving ample time for exploration. We loved it!
    Ana Rodriguez Montoro

    Ana

    5/5

    Sep, 2024

    Our guide, Nicolás, was very nice and friendly, and he told you the historical and cultural facts in a very pleasant way. A 10 for the excursion, although those of you with vertigo should be careful.
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    Zuzana Zahorcova

    Zuzana

    5/5

    Sep, 2024

    The tour was excellent. It was long day, because I traveled from Athens, but it was incredible. Especially many thanks to our tourist guide Maria and the driver Sokrates. They were very professional, kind and helpful.
    Gaetano Illuzzi

    Gaetano

    5/5

    May, 2024

    Ottima La cordialità delle guide e la precisione della loro gestione. Discutibili gli autisti dei pullman che non hanno mai contato le persone a differenze di quanto fatto dalle guide in ogni tratta.
  • Embark on a Spiritual Journey through the Majestic Meteora

    The day-long experience begins with a pleasant morning pickup from one of the four central meeting points in Athens. As you travel towards Meteora in a luxurious air-conditioned limo minibus, the scenic beauty of the Greek countryside unfolds itself. After a relaxing journey, you reach the quaint town of Kalabaka, nestled at the feet of the Meteora rocks. Here, you'll refuel with a delicious, complimentary two-course lunch, with vegan and vegetarian options available. A local guide then takes you on an awe-inspiring tour of Meteora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, revered as one of the most important complexes of Eastern Orthodox monasteries.

    Discover the Monks' Cave and the Wonders of Meteora

    Be amazed to learn that these towering pillar-like rocks, now home to six monasteries, were once the dwelling place of Greek Christian monks in the 9th century. The fascinating audio guide, available in six languages, takes you through the geological history of these natural marvels, crafted millions of years ago. Visit two of these six monasteries and the Badouva Caves, providing a unique insight into the life of the monks. The tour offers numerous photo stops, allowing you to capture the stunning landscapes and the unforgettable view of Meteora. As the day draws to a close, you'll have free time to explore Kalabaka, and sample further Greek delicacies before the comfortable coach journey back to Athens.

  • Additional information

    • Delays in the train trip will influence the duration of the tour.

    • Photography is allowed, although flash photography and tripods are restricted.

    The monastery entry fee is €3 per person per monastery.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting point

    • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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