Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers

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Starts
Athens
Duration
14 Hrs.
Languages
English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean
Admission
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Description

Discover the wonders of Greece on this full-day tour from Athens to Meteora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its breathtaking monasteries perched atop towering rock formations. Departing from Athens at 8:00 AM by a modern, air-conditioned coach, your journey promises comfort and scenic countryside views all the way to Meteora.

Along the route, enjoy a relaxing brunch stop by the Greek coastline instead of crowded highway rest areas. Choose from a range of meals or coffee, which you can conveniently pre-order through an app on the bus, and savor your refreshment with the sound of waves and fresh sea air.

Arriving in Kalabaka, you'll board a local VIP minibus and meet your expert guide, who will lead you through Meteora's awe-inspiring landscape. Visit three celebrated monasteries and make photo stops at all six, learning about their sacred history and the hermit caves of Badovas, where the first monks once lived in solitude.

After exploring, unwind with a leisurely lunch in the charming village of Kastraki, where you can select from delicious Greek dishes, including vegetarian and vegan specialties. Meals are not included in the tour price but can be paid for directly at the restaurant, ensuring you dine at your own pace.

On your return to Athens, delight in an optional sunset dinner by the sea in Kamena Vourla, a tranquil spot to enjoy Greek cuisine as the sun sets over the water. The tour concludes with an evening arrival in Athens. Book now to secure your place on this unforgettable Meteora journey!

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Included

Round-trip transportation from Athens in an air-conditioned coach
Seaside stop for optional brunch and sunset dinner by the waves
Live local English-speaking tour leader
Smart audio guide app available in the following languages: English | Spanish | French | German | Italian | Portuguese | Russian | Polish | Korean | Chinese | Japanese
Lunch (if option selected) at a local restaurant: Bread, water, and a choice of 10 traditional Greek dishes, including meat, vegetarian, and vegan options.
Explore the interiors of the 3 most iconic monasteries
Panoramic photo stops to see all 8 monasteries
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

Destinations

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Attractions

Photo of Sunset over monastery of Rousanou and Monastery of St. Nicholas Anapavsa in famous greek tourist destination Meteora in Greece.Meteora

Options

Shared Group Tour without Lunch
Choose this option for a convenient bus transfer from Athens train station. Enjoy a small group tour of Meteora in a Mercedes mini-bus with an English-speaking guide. Free smart audio guides in Spanish, French, Italian and 7 more. Lunch is not included.
Shared Tour with Bus Transfer and Lunch
Choose this option for a hassle-free bus transfer with free WiFi and USB sockets. Enjoy a full day tour with a live local English-speaking guide, a free smart multilingual audio guide, and a delicious homemade lunch with vegan and vegetarian options.
Shared Transfer & Private Tour with Lunch
Choose this option for convenient shared bus transfer from Athens to Meteora, where you'll enjoy private transportation and a tailor-made private tour itinerary of Meteora. Select your prefered language of your local live guide. Lunch is included.

Good to know

During the tour, you’ll need to walk up staircases to access the monasteries. Each monastery has a different number of steps and difficulty level. It usually takes 10–20 minutes at a slow, comfortable pace (with short breaks) to reach each monastery from the parking area. Entrance fees are not included and must be paid in cash at the entrance of each monastery (€5 per person). The tour is guided in English, with a free smart audio guide available in Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Polish, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean. Dress code: Women: Skirts below the knee are required (no pants, shorts, or sleeveless tops). Men: No sleeveless shirts or shorts above the knee. There will be stops to buy breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Meal options: Meat & Poultry: Oven-baked chicken, soutzoukakia, pastitsio, moussaka Vegetarian: Greek salad, spinach or cheese pie Vegan: Gemista, briam, gigantes Bread and water included Please bring your smartphone and earpads to use the audio

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