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 11 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.
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, Deutsch, 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
Free Smart Audio Guide available in: English | Spanish | French | Italian | Deutsch | Portuguese | Polish | Russian | Japanese | Korean | Chinese
Full comprehensive , 4 hours , Meteora Tour
Visit all 6 Monasteries (3 of them inside )
See the Hermit Caves
Stops for panoramic views and photos
Free WI FI and USB chargers on the bus
Lunch (if option is selected - extra cost 7€ )
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
User Reviews
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Amazing place!! The tour was excellent and even if we have train delay we manage to see the gorgeous spots!!
Thank you️️
Vacation432181 February 20, 2023
Loved this experience! - This was a fantastic day trip! The sights are incredible to see in person and the monasteries are works of art. Lots of steps but worth it!
KLafortune October 28, 2023
Family trip. Excellent guide. Pictures dont do it justice. Hotel was comfortable. A highlight of our trip.
chrisv445 August 16, 2022
This was a great tour, I liked it so much I went ahead and booked their half day Monasteries tour for the next day. The sunset tour was my favorite... read more of the two because we got to go see a Monastery, an old church, the hermit caves, and the sunset from sunset rock. It really is spectacular to see the sunset behind the rocks. They picked up and dropped off at my hotel which was really convenient.
terriwR1386ZW July 24, 2022
We were a group with 2 children and we were concerned the tour could be boring for them, but the guide went all out to attract their attention with with... read more curious facts about the monks' life in the past. The presentation was very informative and the mini-bus was comfortable and air-conditioned which helps a lot after going up and down the steps to the monasteries on a hot July day. We greatly appreciated the tips about the best photos spots.
dilyanak2021 July 7, 2022
The place is excellent incredible views
Time perfect for the activities
Elena, the guide Is EXCELLENT, she knows very much about this place, good speaking in Spanish and English... read more too.
jldiazq October 6, 2022
Very nice trip. Excellent tour guide and very polite driver. Luxurious bus. Astonishing view. Highly recommended
jennydel2022 November 2, 2022
We booked the 2 day tour which included a RT train ride from Athens to Kalabaka, 1 night accommodations, a sunset tour and a morning tour. We went early... read more September when Kalabaka and surrounding areas experienced torrential rain and flooding.
Clement was our tour guide who was excellent and you can tell he loves his job and passionate about sharing his knowledge. I give him 5 stars.
Day 2, because of the storm, the monasteries closed, train tracks and roads closed. The tour company tried to get us back to Athens by bus but because the roads closed, the tour company sent a van to the bus station to pick us up, made arrangements for 1 nt accommodations at their expense. James, the tour company owner, met us at the hotel and made sure we got checked in. Throughout this ordeal, the tour company stayed in close contact with us. We managed to find a different way to return to Athens but this tour company went above and beyond. They cared about us, our well-being and safety and I am very impressed at how they handled the situation.
bbarredo October 1, 2023
Spirit filled experience Meteora - Unfortunately we were notified the train had issues so the back up plan was a big nice bus. It worked out fine! It was a very long day... read more but so worth it! such an amazing trip. Our tour guide, was so passionate about the monasteries and the history of Meteora. We learned so much. I apologize we can’t remember his name. Please tell him how much his information was so appreciated.
Sally H September 28, 2023
Great experience. It was fenomenal and Klement(Klime) was wonderful as a tour guide. We had a private tour, with multiple stops, explanations and stories. We definitely recommend it if you... read more are going to Meteora. Thank you!
goricad2023 March 12, 2023
I joined a half-day private tour, a sunset tour, and a 5-hour day tour. The tours were very well organized. The guides Thomas, Elena and Christos were professional, knowledgeable, and... read more kind. There was so much to learn and the delivery by the tour guides was impeccable. The area was amazing and the tours were well priced and worth the money. The monasteries and the Byzantine church of Virgin Mary are absolutely beautiful and rich in history. I highly recommend visiting the area at least once and joining these tours.
Rockie C January 17, 2023
Can't miss this if you go to Greece!! - There was no train service, so the agency arranged bus transportation for the trip. It was comfortable, with proper stops to buy food and go to the toilet. We would... read more have preferred no music/radio for a 4 hs trip though. At Kalambaka, we were changed to a mini van. The guide spoke a very good Spanish and gave us information about the town, monasteries and more! He was very kind and funny. Totally recommend to go to Meteora with a guided tour.
Daiana C October 30, 2023
Meteora two-day tour - Everything was wonderful - the guides were very knowledgeable (especially Maria), the sites were spectacular, and we appreciated the flexibility of changing kinds of tours, and changing plan about transportation.... read more The bus drivers were awesome too. Thank you!
LiliaHrekul October 30, 2023
Meteora tour - Thanks for the experience. We had an amazing time with Antonio who showed us around. Amazing history and views ! Thank you so much
enzopoitou March 5, 2023
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.
rgirao1974 August 17, 2022
Easy to find, well organised (even if last minute), we didn't have to think about anything, the guide was very nice!
Melanie s February 1, 2022
Our tour of Meteora was amazing. Yiannis and Costas were both excellent hosts. We would definitely recommend visiting Meteora to anyone who is able to visit!
harrison j May 16, 2022
Worth the trip! - Wonderful trip, very well organized, puntual, good transportation and excellent tour guide and driver. Long trip each way but the stop for bathroom and food half way is convenient. Meteora... read more is worth the trip!