About this experience
Join this 3-day/ 2-night tour from Athens to Meteora to discover the beauty and the history of a unique geological phenomenon and the Byzantine Monasteries listed as UNESCO World Heritage monuments.
Highlights
- Join two top rated tours and activities
- Enjoy captivating views of an out of this world landscape
- Engage in memorable activities
What's included
- 2-nights stay at a three-star or four-star hotel with breakfast
- Meteora Sunset Tour
- Meteora Hiking Tour or the Meteora Half-Day Tour (depending on your selection)
- Roundtrip transfer from Athens to Meteora (temporarily by bus)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Kalampaka
- English-speaking tour leader on the tours
- Free map
- Bottle of water on the bus
- Free Wi-Fi on-board
- Free smart audio guide: English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, Polish, Russian, Chinese, Korean
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Day 1: Catch the bus to Kalambaka from Athens Larissa railway station in the morning and enjoy a trip that will give you the chance to admire the beauty of the Greek countryside. Upon your arrival in Kalambaka in the afternoon, a VIP minibus will pick you up from your hotel to join the Meteora Sunset Tour to admire breathtaking views of Meteora and discover the hidden gems of this place.
Day 2: Choose your activity: A "Half-Day Morning Tour" of Meteora to see the main attractions, the monasteries of Meteora with a VIP minibus, or choose to take part in the "Hiking Tour of Meteora" to walk among the rock giants. Visit 2 monasteries of Meteora, the secluded hermit caves of Badovas, and enjoy the best panoramic viewpoints of the 6 monasteries. After this morning's tour, the bus will drop you back to your hotel. The evening is free for you to explore the area on your own.
Day 3: The morning is at your disposal for exploration at your own pace. Return to Athens by bus in the evening.
Please note that your transfer from Athens is temporarily done by an airconditioned bus departing from the Athens Train station, instead of a train. The reason is that trains have stopped operations due to a devastating flood. You will still enjoy the experience in the most stress-free manner possible. Not only is the bus ride to Kalabaka efficient and a bit faster, but it also allows you to soak up the enchanting countryside of Greece. Awe at the gorgeous landscapes that unfold before your eyes and prepare yourself for the wonders of Meteora to come.
Please note that your transfer from Athens is temporarily done by an airconditioned bus departing from the Athens Train station, instead of a train. The reason is that trains have stopped operations due to a devastating flood. You will still enjoy the experience in the most stress-free manner possible. Not only is the bus ride to Kalabaka efficient and a bit faster, but it also allows you to soak up the enchanting countryside of Greece. Awe at the gorgeous landscapes that unfold before your eyes and prepare yourself for the wonders of Meteora to come.
Things to note
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunscreen
Terms & conditions
Live English guide + free smart audio guide in 10 languages for an enriched tour experience. Free smart audio guide: English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, Polish, Russian, Chinese, Korean, Japanese.
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.