Highlights
- Discover the astonishing Meteora
- Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Excellent views between Athens and Meteora
- Excellent value for money
- Perfect for people who have limited time
- Visit the hidden hermit caves of Badovas
- See all 8 monasteries
- Enter inside 3 monasteries
Description
Explore the magic of Meteora, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site in Greece, on a memorable day tour. Departing from Athens, experience the beauty of Meteora with a local guide who reveals the secrets of the area like only a local can.
Departure from Athens
Your journey starts at Athens Train Station at 08:00. Travel in comfort aboard our luxurious coach, with a professional English-speaking driver. Relax and enjoy the scenic Greek landscapes on your way to Kalabaka.
Arriving at Meteora – Lunch Break at Kastraki Village
Arrive in Meteora at 12:30, where our knowledgeable local Tour Leader will greet you. After a brief stop for lunch under the shade of giant rocky pillars with views of the landscape, you’ll start your comprehensive 4-hour tour of Meteora.
Guided Meteora Tour
This 4-hour guided tour includes visits to all six monasteries, with entry to three of them. Discover the geological wonders, historical insights, and monastic life directly from our attentive Tour Leader. Enjoy numerous photo opportunities and visit secret local spots, including the exclusive Hermit Caves of Badovas.
Break and return to Athens
The tour concludes with a short break in Kalabaka town before departing back to Athens at 18:00, arriving around 22:30.
Itinerary
Departure from Athens
Your journey starts at Athens Train Station at 08:00. Travel in comfort aboard our luxurious coach, with a professional English-speaking driver. Relax and enjoy the scenic Greek landscapes on your way to Kalabaka.
Arriving at Meteora – Lunch Break at Kastraki Village
Arrive in Meteora at 12:30, where our knowledgeable local Tour Leader will greet you. After a brief stop for lunch under the shade of giant rocky pillars with views of the landscape, you’ll start your comprehensive 4-hour tour of Meteora.
Guided Meteora Tour
This 4-hour guided tour includes visits to all six monasteries, with entry to three of them. Discover the geological wonders, historical insights, and monastic life directly from our attentive Tour Leader. Enjoy numerous photo opportunities and visit secret local spots, including the exclusive Hermit Caves of Badovas.
Break and return to Athens
The tour concludes with a short break in Kalabaka town before departing back to Athens at 18:00, arriving around 22:30.
What's Included
- Round-trip transportation from Athens by modern coach
- Entry to 3 most popular monasteries
- Panoramic photo stops
- Visit to the hidden hermit caves!
- Stops on the way to buy lunch, dinner, snacks, and drinks.
- Wi-Fi and USB chargers onboard
- Bottled water
Additional Information
A modest dress code is enforced to enter the monasteries. For women, skirts below the knee are required. Pants, shorts, or sleeveless shirts are not allowed. For men, sleeveless clothing and shorts above the knee are also prohibited.
E-ticket Delivery:
There's no need for a printed ticket, simply provide your name or show your booking voucher on your phone when boarding the bus.
Meeting Point: The bus will be conveniently stationed on the street directly across from the Central Railway Station of Athens (Stathmos Larisis), adjacent to Everest cafe. Please locate our bus parked just across the street EVEREST cafe at the opposite side of the train station (Larissis Station) entrance. You can reach the meeting point with the red line Athens metro. Exit from Deligianni street and the bus will be parked 50 meters left from the metro station. Please be there at 07.45am 15 minutes prior to departure time.
Departure time: 08:00 am (please be at the meeting point at least 15 min before the bus departure)
Departure place: Athens Train Station (Larissis Station).
It is not necessary to print the voucher you can just have it on your phone
No bus ticket is required. Just give your name to the driver
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