Tour Overview
Meteora Day Trip With Audioguide And Optional LunchEmbark on a full-day trip from Athens to Meteora, a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at the monasteries perched atop towering rock formations, a unique natural and cultural wonder of Greece.
Visit two monasteries and gain insight into the daily life of Orthodox Christian monks.
Depart in the morning from Athens with pickup at designated meeting points. Sit back in a comfortable coach and enjoy the approximately four-hour journey, admiring the stunning countryside and capturing unforgettable photos.
Meteora is one of Greece’s most extraordinary destinations, renowned for its dramatic scenery and historical significance. The name "Meteora" means "suspended in the air," perfectly describing the imposing rock pillars rising from the Pindus mountain range. Formed millions of years ago, these spectacular cliffs are home to monasteries built in the 14th century, originally intended for prayer and seclusion. Today, six monasteries remain active, attracting visitors from around the world.
Each monastery boasts unique architecture, history, and artistic treasures. Inside, visitors can admire Byzantine frescoes, ancient manuscripts, and valuable religious relics. Among the most famous are the Monastery of Great Meteoron, the oldest and largest, and the Monastery of Varlaam, known for its breathtaking murals and panoramic views.
At the base of Meteora lies Kalambaka, a picturesque town that serves as the gateway to this mystical site. With its traditional tavernas, welcoming locals, and charming streets, Kalambaka is the perfect place to complete your Meteora experience, making this journey an unmissable highlight of any trip to Greece.
Inclusion
Pickup service from 4 meeting points in AthensMeteora Day Trip by air-conditioned minibus in roundtrip transportationAudio Guide (English, Spanish, Italian, French, German, Portuguese, Russian)Optional Lunch (if selected when booking)Photostops in MeteoraFree time in KalabakaHotel Pick-up and Drop OffDrinksGuides or Guided tour inside the monasteriesPersonal expensesTickets, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusionsOther unspecified service
Imporant Information
Please be at the meeting point 20 minutes before the departure time of the tourPlease bring casual, comfortable clothing, hiking shoes, hat and light jacketPlease choose from the following pick up points: Melina Mercouri Monument Plaka: 7:00 am; Greek Parliament: 7:05 am; Omonoia Square: 7:15 am; Karaiskaki Square: 7:25 am. Kindly wait at the signs of the blue hop-on, hop-off busesWe kindly ask you to inform us if a vegan and vegetarian option for lunch is neededRegular Tours,Day Trips & Excursions,Spanish,Italian,English,Portuguese,Museums, Monuments and Attractions,Hop-on Hop-off Tour
Please choose from the following pick up points: Melina Mercouri Monument Plaka: 7:00 am; Greek Parliament: 7:05 am; Omonoia Square: 7:15 am; Karaiskaki Square: 7:25 am.
Kindly wait at the signs of the blue hop-on, hop-off buses
Your local contact number is 00302104176144 and 00306977603032 (emergency number). I Need Tours contact is 0039 0697630256 (Working Days 09:00am-6:00pm) and 00 39 3408867832 (emergency number). In order to receive quick assistance, please contact the local number first. If you experience any problem, feel free to contact our company contacts. The agent will help you to locate the supplier. If under any circumstance, you leave the meeting point without following this procedure, you will be charged for the full cost of the service (no reimbursement will be granted)
Booking Policy
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service
Cancellations after this time limit or no show, no refund provided
Child Policy