Embark on a captivating journey from Athens to Meteora and discover the UNESCO heritage monasteries and majestic rock formations. Climb the extraordinary rocks, explore the monasteries, and capture the breathtaking landscape. Book now!
- Athens - After being picked up from your meeting point, we travel to Meteora by bus in a small group.
During the 4-hour journey, take in the stunning countryside as you travel and snap some photos.
Arrive in the traditional town of Kalabaka by noon, the perfect time for a complimentary traditional lunch provided by us to fill you up with energy. Enjoy a free seasonal salad and one main course, plus free water! (Vegan and vegetarian options available.)
If you select the option without lunch, you have free time to explore the city at your own pace.
- Meteora - Visit the Hermit Caves, known by the locals as the caves of Badovas. The hermit caves of Badovas are very close to Kastraki village, situated between the village and the town of Kalabaka. Badovas is the name of the nearby restored but abandoned monastery dedicated to Saint Nicolas of Badovas.
The caves where hermit monks used to live an extraordinary life back in the 14th century are situated between Kalabaka town and Kastraki village. The area is surrounded by immense rock pillars called Pyxari and Amparia, along with a few other smaller rocks.
- Meteora - Meet our local guide and reach the Meteora rocks, where an unforgettable experience awaits you. Comprising sandstone and conglomerate, the caves at Meteora are thought to have been inhabited as early as 50,000 years ago.
Listen to our local guide discuss the history and importance of the area. Purchase our multilingual audio guide and enter three active monasteries to get a glimpse of the monks’ lives (entrance not included, 3 euros).
In the 9th century, monks began inhabiting the area again, and in the 14th century, the first monasteries were built. Nowadays, Meteora is home to one of the most important complexes of Eastern Orthodox monasteries. See all six of these monasteries built on large naturally-formed pillars as you explore and take pictures of a lifetime.
- Kalabaka - After a full day of exploration, get transferred back to Athens to your preferred drop-off point (4 stops).
- Audio Guide in 6 Languages (English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Russian)
- English speaking local expert guide
- Round-trip Luxury coach tickets
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Pick up from 4 meeting points in the morning to get to the Bus station
- Lunch
- drinks
- entrance in the Monasteries ( 3 euros per Monastery)
Visit the world-famous Meteora and walk inside old Christian Monasteries
Learn the natural history about the marvelous millions-year-old rock formations
Awe at the breathtaking views and snap unforgettable photos of the landscape
Listen to the fascinating history in 6 languages with our multilingual Audioguide
Enjoy hassle-free morning transfer from 4 meeting points to the Bus station
Highlights:
-See all 6 monasteries at the Meteora
-Climb the extraordinary rock formations
-Enjoy free lunch (if option selected)
-Enter the 2 of the monasteries to get a glimpse of life inside(entry fees not included 3 euro per monastery)
-Take photos of the breathtaking landscape
-Get picked up from 4 central meeting points
-Enjoy Audio guide in 6 languages
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
