See all 6 monasteries of the Meteora rock formations on a guided panoramic 5-hour tour by luxury minibus. Go inside 3 monasteries, an experience exclusive to this tour. Choose between an English or Spanish-speaking guide, and enjoy included train tickets.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 1 day
- Starting time 7:20 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Greek, Spanish
- Private or small groups available
Experience
Highlights
- Enjoy a 5-hour panoramic tour in English or Spanish that runs every day
- See all 6 monasteries of the spectacular Meteora rock formations
- Learn about the mysterious history from an experienced local guide
- Get a glimpse at life inside 3 of the monasteries with entry exclusive to this tour
- Benefit from convenient pickup and drop-off at Kalambaka Train Station
Full description
Redeem your e-ticket for the 7:20 AM departure from Athens and travel to Kalambaka on your own. Sit back and admire the beautiful landscapes along the way. The train ride takes about 4 hours and it is recommended that you bring your own food and drinks. Upon arrival in Kalambaka at approximately 11:30 AM, meet your guide at the train station and start your 5-hour, customized, panoramic Meteora tour.
See all 6 monasteries of the stunning rock formation over 5 hours. Look inside 3 of the UNESCO World Heritage monuments for a glimpse behind their imposing walls. Stop to take photos from locations that only the locals know about.
Get dropped off at Kalambaka Train Station, to make the 5:15 PM departure for Athens, scheduled to arrive at 9:30 PM.
Includes
- Round-trip train tickets from Athens to Kalambaka and back
- Customized 5-hour tour of Meteora
- Panoramic view of all 6 monasteries
- English- or Spanish-speaking local guide
- Pickup and drop-off at Kalambaka Train Station
- Luxury minibus for small groups of about 20 people during the tour
- A short stop after pickup from the train for a snack (your cost)
- Free Wi-Fi on the bus
- Free panoramic Meteora map
- All taxes
- Food or drinks
- Licenced Guide - Guidance inside the Holy Monasteries
- Hotel pick-up and drop off in Athens
- Entrance fees to the monasteries (€3)
- Gratuities (optional)
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Meeting point varies depending on option booked.
Important information
Know before you go
- Please note that to go inside the monasteries you must be dressed modestly. Women must wear long skirts and long-sleeved blouses. Men must wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts
- Your guide will pick you up and drop you off at Kalambaka Train Station even if the train is delayed
- Your train tickets are e-tickets and will be sent by email after your tour is confirmed
- Please be at the station 30 minutes before the train departure to find the train, your seat, or the steward of the train company to assist you
