Highlights
- Day trip from Athens to the UNESCO-listed Meteora monasteries
- Reach the dramatic monastery complex
- Learn about the history of these unique, 14th-century monasteries
- Enjoy free time to dine and explore in the town of Kalambaka
- Photograph hermit caves and soaring monastic retreats.
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Description
When visiting Athens, take a full-day detour to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Meteora.Upon your arrival at the town of Kalambaka, you will visit the medieval monastery complex, which sits perched high atop sandstone cliffs and is honored by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. It’s a wonderful way to experience one of Greece’s most breathtaking and off-the-beaten-path cultural treasures. Learn about the history of these unique, 14th-century monasteries.Enjoy free time to dine and explore in the town of Kalambaka.Photograph hermit caves and soaring monastic retreats. Explore the spectacular UNESCO-listed clifftop monasteries. The tour is designed for families, couples and history lovers.
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Itinerary
- Athens: Pick up from your Hotel /Airbnb
- Athens, Athens, Attica, pass by without stopping
- Kastraki, Kastraki, Kalambaka, Trikala Region, Thessaly, 25 minutes
- Meteora, 42200 Greece, 25 minutes
- Agios Stefanos, Agios Stefanos, East Attica Region, Attica, 25 minutes
- Varlaam Monastery, Kalambaka Greece, 35 minutes
- Great Meteoron Monastery, Eparhiacos dromos Meteoron, Kalambaka 42200 Greece, 1 hour
- Holy Trinity Monastery (Agia Triada), Kalambaka Greece, 10 minutes
- Roussanou Monastery, Kalambaka Greece, 10 minutes
- Agios Nikolaos Anapaphsas, Kalambaka Greece, 10 minutes
- Kalabaka 422 00, Greece, pass by without stopping
- Athens: drop off your Hotel /Airbnb
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What's Included
Included
- Airport/Port/Hotel/Airbnb pickup (8 pickup location options: Kallithea, Nea Smyrni, Alimos, Glyfada, Moschato, Zografou, Athens, Pireas)
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Transportation with Minivan or Mercedes Benz or New Skoda Fabia 2023
- WiFi on Board
- English-speaking Driver with knowledge
- Visit 3 monasteries and the hidden hermit caves
- Lunch in a local restaurant (with your expenses)
- Bottled water
- Skip the line tickets - Guaranteed to skip the lines - Upon your request
Not Included
- Entrance fees (3 euros per person at each monastery)
- Licensed guide
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Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Please make sure you have cash for the monasteries 3 euro each entrance. There is no ATM machine in the area.
- Dress Code for Monastery Visits: Please note that a modest dress code is enforced to enter the monasteries. For women, skirts below the knee or longer are required. Pants, shorts, or sleeveless shirts are not allowed. For men, sleeveless clothing and shorts above the knee are also prohibited.
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