Convenient transportation from / to Athens - Runs 365 days
The BEST 4+ hours panoramic Meteora tour in the area
Expert , local , English or Spanish speaking , Live Tour Guide
Free Smart Audio Guide in 12 languages
See all 6 monasteries , visit the 3 most popular of them
Plenty of stops for amazing photos - Discover the hidden Hermit Caves
Optional Greek Lunch with local flavors and dishes
Tour Description
Discover the magic of Meteora , Greece’s most incredible UNESCO World Heritage Site. Book now for an enchanting, unforgettable experience and discover the secrets of the area in a way that only a true local can guide you.
Departure from Athens
Your trip begins from Athens Train Station at 08:00 to Kalabaka with our air-conditioned coach – bus with free WiFi and USB chargers. Our professional English speaking driver will wait for you at the meeting point to begin your safe and comfortable trip. During the journey relax and admire the beautiful Greek landscapes and the scenic beauty of the Greek countryside.
You will have a short stop for refreshing on an exclusive , top rated Bus stop restaurant by the great seashore by the water called “Kamena Vourla”. Just across you will see the island of Evia on a clear look.
Arriving in Kalabaka – Lunch Break
Arriving in Kalabaka around 12:30 our local, highly educated, Tour Guide will wait for you to welcome you and begin your 4+ hours Panoramic Midday Meteora Tour.
Firstly we will make a shortstop for food (there is an option to include lunch in your package) and relax from the trip. We’ve reserved the best bus stop under giant trees, overlooking the majestic landscape.
Guided Meteora Tour for 4+ hours with Live Local Guide
Continue with an amazing, 4 hours Meteora tour, see all 6 monasteries and visit inside 3 of them. Our Tour Guide will give you full attention and care. You will learn everything about this unique worldwide geological phenomenon, the creation of the rock formation, the history of the monasteries and the life of the monks. Plenty of photo opportunity stops and many secret places that only locals know will make your tour a lifetime experience. See also the Hermit Caves of Badovas exclusively in this tour.
FREE AUDIO GUIDE. Use our free audio guide inside the monasteries and 11 points of interest! Available in English, Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Dutch, Polish, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese.
Break and departure back to Athens
In the end will head to Kalabaka, with a brief stop to prepare for the return trip back to Athens. The bus departs at 18:00 from Kalabaka, and you will arrive in Athens around 22:30.
Included
Roundtrip transportation from Athens by air-conditioned coach - bus
Highly educated , English or Spanish speaking Local Tour Guide
Full comprehensive , 4 hours , Meteora Tour
Visit all 6 Monasteries ( the 3 most popular of them inside )
See the Hermit Caves
Stops for panoramic views and photos
Lunch in a local restaurant ( if option is selected - extra cost 12€ / person )
Free WiFi and USB chargers on the bus
Free Smart Audio Guide available in: English | Spanish | French | Italian | German | Dutch | Portuguese | Polish | Russian | Japanese | Korean | Chinese
Excluded
Pick up / Drop off from Hotel in Athens to the meeting point in Athens
Entrance fees of Monasteries (5 euro each) - ONLY BY CASH
Licenced Tour Guide – Guidance inside the Holy Monasteries (free audio guide available)
Lunch (if you don't add it as an extra)
Gratuities (optional)
Useful info - Meeting Point
Departure time : 08:00 am (please be at the meeting point at least 15 min before the bus departure)
Departure place : Athens Train Station (Larissis Station)
Meeting point : The bus will be waiting for you outside the train station on the road across the street. (Theodore Diligianni Street)
There will be a sign “METEORA THRONES – TRAVEL CENTER” on the window of the bus
Short stops during the trip from / to Athens
It is not necessary to print the voucher you can just have it on your phone
No bus ticket is required. Just give your name to the driver
Please bring earpads and a smartphone to use the audio guide
Departure and return point
Appropriate clothing for everyone is required to enter the monasteries. For ladies skirts by the knee or longer are required. No pants for ladies, no shorts, no sleeveless shirt. For men sleeveless clothing and shorts over the knee are prohibited.
We highly advice you to read our F.A.Q. page for more information.
Cancellation Policy
LAST MINUTE – Cancellation received more than 24 hrs before the tour will get a full refund
Cancellation received within 24 hrs before the tour will incur a penalty of 100% per person (no refund)
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Top Rated – 5 Stars based on
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Wonderful. Best tour I have ever been on. - This is a great tour. The tour guide is excellent, and the tour had some amazing sites, and great information. The pace is excellent, and you can easily choose the... read more right level of activity for each individual. What an amazing place, too! Meteora is simply beautiful, and worth visiting for anyone!
AndyMc_Dnaught April 15, 2023
We went in April when the temperature was still cool. Summer would make all the walking a little more difficult. Spending time with Chris was like spending time with a... read more friend. He patiently shared with us the history and details of Meteora and its monasteries. Clearly Chris loves his job and every knows him. Our friends who have been to Meteora complimented us on the pictures that my wife shared on Facebook. Chris is an excellent photographer (very important to my wife) and knows all of the places. I highly recommend Chris and this tour. Book early so you can reserve 1st class train tickets since these seats are limited.
K1phan May 7, 2022
This tour was outstanding, seeing and hearing how the monasteries where built. The tour guides and drivers were courteous and the bus was clean. I would like to... read more call out Dinos, the driver, and Dimitris , the guide, who gave up their afternoon break to drive me around looking for a Western Union so I could get money that was sent me after someone needed my wallet more than I did.
X4961XRroberth July 19, 2022
Receptionist was really kind the tour gide was extremely sincere and helpful he made the tour very interesting with facts I totally recommend it
Haris H March 1, 2022
Perfect Tour with an Exceptional Guide - This tour was everything I expected and my tour guide (Tomas?) was very friendly and knowledgeable.
I made an error and booked for the wrong date and did not... read more realize it until I was on the train, A quick email communication immediately resolved the issue and they added me to the tour for that day. Changed a catastrophic situation into a very pleasant experience.
debracL9273SM January 2, 2023
I joined both hiking and sunset tour. Both were good, but hiking tour was superb and beyond expectation.
I thought it was just ordinary hiking, but it turned out... read more to be a historical, geographical, biological learning hiking tour.
Our guide Giorgia explained everything she knows along the hike, the things we see. it was fruitful and gained a lot of knowledge through the hike, besides you see the views and takes the road that less people taken.
If you have limited time, go for hiking tour! It just worth it.
ooich22 July 17, 2022
Great visit, excellent customer service - Best customer service they gave us. We reached Kalambaka an hour later than the scheduled tour time due to a mistake in our train booking, confusion with Larissa and Athens... read more Larissa main train station.
They sent their mini bus to pick us up from their office at the foothill and continue to join with the tour.
Both the driver and our tour guide was super friendly, driver made few photo shoot stops for us and bit of guided commentary on the monasteries and guide was very knowledgeable of Meteora's history and geological past.
We would highly recommend Metora Thrones if you are making your vacation plans.
ICE T December 16, 2022
4 Hour Tour to visit 3 of the Monestaries at Meteora and see 3 others from outside.
Yannis (Guide) and Kostas (Driver) made this Tour an amazing experience; knowledge... read more about the Monasteries, the wonderfull Landscapes and where to get the best pictures.
The Participants in the Tour came from different Countries, but Yannis and Kostas made us feel like One Group. An exciting, challenging (physically) and educational Meteora Tour.
Such a Tour with Meteora Thrones we would recommend every one to book!!
VillaSantos May 17, 2022
Well organized and tour guide was awesome - Definitely enjoyed the tour. Transportation was well arranged and the tour guide was awesome. Even it was a long day, but I definitely enjoy every part of the tour.
kenlaugsx November 8, 2023
Excellent tour! - Excellent organisation, very professional and efficient. Our guide Antoni was very competent and improved our experience in this magical place.
Gian Maria P November 5, 2023
My (teenage) daughters and I did the Hiking Meteora Tour in the morning/ early afternoon and the Sunset Tour in the late afternoon/evening. Both guides were VERY knowledgeable and made... read more sure that everyone in our group (the hiking tour included younger children than mine as well) was entertained. During the hiking tour, we learned loads about the geology of Meteora, mythology, history and botanics. During the Sunset Tour, we took a shuttle to many gorgeous places I would not have found on my own (for example, the Byzantine Church of the Assumption of the Virgin in the town of Kalambaka - it is absolutely STUNNING). Both tours were extremely interesting and I can highly recommend them for all age groups. We were picked up from our hotel on time and got dropped off in front of our hotel again after the tours. Communication with Meteora Thrones was very smooth and I would definitely book with them again if I come to the area! Thank you to the team for a wonderful time in one of the most amazing spots on earth!!
Niki R April 24, 2022
Beautiful Tour - The tour offices employees are very welcoming and helpful, the tour guide gave a lot of insightful information everything was just great.
hampick April 17, 2023
We had a very good time in Meteora , beautiful place , saw 6 monasteries ( and entered 3 of the 6 )
Expect lots of stairs and walks,... read more but totally worth it. Our guide Thomas was brilliant
doctor_edmond January 23, 2023
Fantastic Trip - Unfortunately due the the serious flooding in the region we were unable to take the train but the tour company arranged for coach pickup opposite the train station. It... read more was quite a long journey but there was a stop halfway for refreshments etc. Once at Kalambaka we were transferred to a smaller coach to visit the Monastaries. Ther views were absolutely spectacular. Depending on the Monastatries visisted can have 100 to 300 steps to climb but you can take your time. It is well worth the journey time to see the wonderful area and to view inside the impressive buildings.
richard b September 25, 2023
Family trip. Excellent guide. Pictures dont do it justice. Hotel was comfortable. A highlight of our trip.
chrisv445 August 16, 2022
The Meteora Thrones travel company were a great team. Prompt on schedule, with immaculate timing between monasteries.
Guide Yannis was a cool chap, with a good sense of humour,... read more and a decent array of facts about the area.
Approximately 3-4 hours total time.
Would recommend this trip to others.
Mark R June 23, 2022
The 4 hour train ride from Athens is so worth this trip to the majestic monasteries of Matetora. They pick you up at the train station and the tour is... read more fantastic and well worth the money. Our guide was lovely and knowledgeable.
AHB1961 October 12, 2022
We did Tha half day tour and it was great. Really complete for the ones that are short of time, as you have the opportunity to visit half of... read more thee monasteries, go through the panoramic views and listen to the main facts about the place.