Athens Meteora Full Day Trip

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Overview

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 honoured 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.

Activity location

Kastraki
- Kastraki, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

McDonald's Σύνταγμα
- 2 Ermou
- 105 63, Athina, Greece

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Admission tickets not included

13h
English

Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 8:00 am

Price details

AU$360.50 x 1 AdultAU$360.50

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Included tickets

13h
English

Entry of monasteries
Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time

Price details

AU$409.66 x 1 AdultAU$409.66

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What's included, what's not

Private transport
Bottled water
WiFi on board
Professional Drivers with Deep knowledge of history.
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Entrance in the monasteries (if you choose the option: Included tickets)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Transport with MiniVan or Mercedes Benz or Scoda Fabia 2023
Pick up drop off service
Paper material
Alcoholic Drinks

Know before you book

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Specialised infant seats are available
Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please make sure you have cash for the monasteries 3 euro each entrance. There is no ATM machine in the area
Most travellers can participate
The driving from Athens to Meteora is approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes

Activity itinerary

Athens (Pass by)

Pick up 08:00 am to Kalambaka in the morning and enjoy a trip that will give you the chance to admire the beauty of the countryside. Arrive around 12:30 pm in Kalambaka, a small town built at the foot of the majestic grey rocks, and crowded by the Meteora Monasteries

Kastraki

Upon reaching Kalabaka, we'll begin the adventure with a leisurely lunch and a convenient bathroom break in the charming village of Kalabaka. Take this opportunity to refuel and prepare for an awe-inspiring exploration of the breathtaking Meteora region. Enjoy a lunch or you have free time to explore the city on your own pace.

Meteora

25m
Admission ticket not included

Prepare to be captivated by the hidden hermit caves of Badovas, a testament to the solitude and devotion of the past where you'll discover the fascinating stories of the hermits and monks who once lived in these remote areas. You'll have the chance to witness the remnants of their dwellings and gain a deeper understanding of their way of life.

Agios Stefanos

This is the most accessible monastery, where instead of steps you simply cross a small bridge to reach the entrance. It is ideal for visitors who cannot use the steps and yet they wish to have a real experience of a Meteora monastery. The beginning of monastic life on the rock of Agios Stephanos dates back to early in the 12th century.

Varlaam Monastery

35m
Admission ticket not included

The Holy Monastery of Varlaam is the second biggest monastery. It is located opposite of the Great Meteoro Monastery and it was founded in the mid 14th century by the exercitant Hosios Varlaam. The elegant monastery Catholicon was built in the honour of Agioi Pantes in 1541-42, by two brothers from Ioannina, the priest-monks Hosioi Theophanes and Nectarios the Apsarades.

Great Meteoron Monastery

The Great Meteoron Monastery is the biggest and oldest one of all. It was called the monastery that was “suspended in the air” (meteoro), because of the formation of the gigantic rock on top of which it was built.

Holy Trinity Monastery (Agia Triada)

The Holy Trinity Monastery (Agia Triada) is the most difficult to reach, but once you get to the very top the panoramic view of the surroundings is simply captivating! This Monastery is very close to the Saint Stephen’s Nunnery and it is perched on a steep and magnificent rock. It had already been organised Monastery since the year 1362 as indicated in a document by Symeon Uressis Palaeologos.

Roussanou Monastery

The Holy Monastery of Roussanou has received the name of the first probable hermit who settled on the rock. The main cathedral was founded at the end of the 16th century and was decorated thirty years later. Compared to other rocks where monasteries were built, the one of Roussanou has a lower elevation, which makes it more accessible.

Agios Nikolaos Anapaphsas

The Holy Monastery of Saint Nicholas of Anapafsas is the first Monastery that we encounter on our way to the Holy Meteora and was founded at the end of the 14th century.

Kalabaka (Pass by)

You will enjoy the panoramic view of the town Kalampaka. After a full day of exploration get transfered back to Athens. The return transfer is 4 hours and 30 minutes to your preffered drop off point.

Location

Activity location

Kastraki
- Kastraki, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

McDonald's Σύνταγμα
- 2 Ermou
- 105 63, Athina, Greece

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