Expert , local , English or Spanish speaking Tour Leader
See all 6 monasteries , visit 3 of them and the Hermit Caves
Plenty of stops for amazing photos
Small Groups - Runs 365 days
Tour Description
The best tour to see Meteora picking you up directly from Kalabaka train station when you arrive. See the entire area , all the monasteries and take the best panoramic photos with our , expert in the area , local tour leader. At the end we drop you off back to the train station’s door !
Since you are visiting Meteora for a few hours you have to spend your time in the best way and enjoy as much as you can this amazing phenomenon. This tour is specially designed for people that traveling from Athens or Thessaloniki to Meteora by train and departing the same day. You can book the train tickets online at hellenictrain.gr
At 12:45 the train arrives at Kalabaka Train Station where our expert in the area local Tour Leader will be waiting for you holding a signboard with your name. After boarding our mini-bus you will begin your wonderful about 5 hrs tour to see all the area of Meteora, all 6 active Monasteries and visit inside 3 of them. Our Tour Leader will give you full attention and care as the group will be small. Plenty of photo opportunity stops and many secrets places that only locals know will make your tour a lifetime experience. See also the Hermit Caves of Badovas exclusively in this tour.
In essence, you will be given the chance to fully experience the magnificence of Meteora, a place that is honored by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, learn about its history, the architecture and the spirituality of the Monasteries, and see for yourselves this unique creation of nature.
At the end will be transferred back to Kalabaka Train Station so that you will be on time for the departure of the train, back to Athens or Thessaloniki.
Included
Pick up / Drop off from Kalabaka Train Station
Visit all 6 Monasteries (3 of them inside )
See the Hermit Caves
Local , expert in the area , English or Spanish speaking Tour Leader
Best stops for panoramic views and photos
Mini Bus (small groups up to 30 people) during the tour
Entrance fees of Monasteries (5 euro each) - ONLY BY CASH
Licenced Tour Guide – Guidance inside the Holy Monasteries
Meals and soft drinks
Gratuities (optional)
Useful info
Starting time of Meteora tour : 12:45 pm (or upon train arrival)
Meeting point : Kalabaka Train Station
We will hold a sign with your name written
Short stop after your arrival for a snack
Drop off back to the train station at 17:00 (on time before the train departure)
To book the train tickets from Athens or Thessaloniki visit the Official Website of the Greek Railway Company
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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The tour was well organized and professional. We were picked up at the Kalabaka train station and hopped into the waiting tour buses. There was no confusion about which bus... read more we should get into.
The bus was clean and the driver was an expert considering the meandering roads.
The tour guide was informative. If we had not joined a tour, I don't think we would experience as much.
It was worth it and highly recommended.
luckyishappy7 January 10, 2023
It's an magic tour through the Meteora forests and paths, along with a visit to the monastery of Varlaam. Special thanks to Chris, our guide, who was very informative and... read more funny as well, showing us the herbs, the mushrooms, the moss direction on the trees and was full of jokes with this amazing greek accent. I would definitely do that again in the future.
vasioannis September 10, 2022
Very nice guide and driver. Interesting comments and relaxed atmosphere. Very convenient with young kids.
Anna A October 11, 2022
Perfect - Most beautiful experience ever, the best guide ever, perfect organisation. Absolutely to visit when you are in Greece.
807irenal June 5, 2023
Meteora Thrones takes good care of their customers. We were guided by Chrysa, an effervescent, knowledgeable, engaging young woman and a great story-teller. The tour was everything I hoped for.... read more I learned a lot. I only wish we had more time at each monastery. Thank you for a great experience!
Rebecca808 June 29, 2022
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 Thrones Agency - Worth visiting site with this agency - We (two) went on Meteora tour from Thessaloniki with train and we were picked up by agency at Kalabaka (Meteora city). Tickets were organized by Meteora Thrones agency and sent... read more to me by mail a few days before tour. We took 1st class, what is worth spending if you like to have a reserved seat in comfortable coupe with electrical plugs for PC/mobile. Second class has lower comfort, no reservation and no plugs.
Tour was absolutelly very well organized in time and as well for the guide which said many interesting facts. The van was comfortable, and the points we were let go for exploring were so close to entrances that we did not have to walk many stairs.
The only problem on this tour is getting right information on trainstations, as we had to change train in one town ..... There are no displays showing any info of the forcoming trains; there is no display/sign on the train itself where it is going; there is no large visual sign/display on the trainstation with the name of the station/city; people working at suburban train station do not speak english; infomation of forthcoming stations in train are only in greek; ... all-in-all train service in Greece is a very badly organized disaster!
On opposite, Meteora Thrones Agency worked perfectlly well. Worth taking.
Damircroatia2022 November 25, 2022
The tour was a fantastic experience. The monasteries were incredible from the inside and outside. The journey in the van between the monasteries was pleasant and convenient and the guide... read more was very knowledgeable and knew the area inside out. I can highly recommend this tour!
Daniel J January 1, 1970
Well planed trip and friendly staff, everything went well on the trip. If you travel from Athens to Meteora it is best to go on an organised trip to facilitate... read more logistics
queirogadiogo15 October 8, 2022
Great services! Guide was excellent. She explained a lot of stories and showed lots of pictures. Highly recommend.
366arpitp September 10, 2022
Loved our experience. Great guide and driver. I wish we had planned to stay longer in Kalambaka. We spent a bit to long on a train for a single day... read more to and from Athens and wish we stayed overnight. Gorgeous area!
Venture195457 November 14, 2022
Meteora 2 day trip - We had a wonderful experience with Meteora Thrones. Very accommodating to our needs, plus we had a wonderful travel guide! Highly recommended!
G205LIangelak January 7, 2023
Great experience, with all transports perfect on time even though the weather was not good. The guide was a really experienced one and he made our group to understand the... read more greatness and the unique atmosphere of the place. Highly advisable!u
Gioceccherini November 13, 2023
Amazing trip to Meteora with great private tour - Had a fantastic private tour led by Antonis, it was great learning about the amazing history of Meteora. We especially enjoyed seeing the original monasteries and the hermit hole caves.... read more Highly recommended!
Pipetius October 15, 2023
My grandmother booked a private Meteora tour and was the best choice she could make! Meteora was a breathtaking experience but of course we owe it to our wonderful guide,... read more Mirsini who was absolutely lovely, joyful, knowledgeable about all the history of Meteora and always happy to answer our questions and share stories ! Grandma loved her! Thank you so much Meteora Thrones for this amazing tour! Would definitely recommend!
Taylor D July 10, 2022
It was a fun way to learn about Meteroa and see the highlights in an efficient manner. It was much easier for the bus to take us around and tell... read more us the behind the scenes story rather than researching it and figuring it out on our own.
901susiek August 7, 2022
The people who work on the train were friendly and cordial in the treatment. The fantastic and very pleasant cordial tourist guide answered all the questions and we had a... read more pleasant day with your help.
393luciau September 29, 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.