Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves Tour with Pickup
Reviews Summary
Amazing, magical, and breathtaking! Despite the long bus ride, the experience is incredible and worth it. Highly recommended for the unique views and historical sites.
Features
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
14 hours
- Greek lunch with 10 dishes, including vegetarian options (if option is selected)
- Local English speaking tour leader
- Roundtrip transfer from Athens to Meteora
- Coastal stopovers for brunch and dinner at beachfront restaurant
- Visit the interior of 3 most beautiful monasteries
- Drop-off service in Athens
- Guided tour inside the monasteries (audio guide available for free)
- Entrance fees of the Meteora Monasteries (per person per monastery)
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants (ages 3 and under) are free
- To enter the monasteries, appropriate clothing is required. Women should not wear short skirts and must have long sleeves. Men are not allowed to wear shorts.
Embarking on the Meteora Day Trip from Athens by bus offers a distinctive journey into one of Greece's most awe-inspiring UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This tour provides the convenience of round-trip transportation from Athens in a comfortable, air-conditioned bus, allowing travelers to relax and enjoy the scenic Greek countryside en...
- Duration 14 Hours
- Group Tour
- Max 45 people in the group
- 1
Athens
Discover one of Greece’s most awe-inspiring landscapes on a single, unforgettable day trip. Departing from Athens, you'll travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach, taking in the scenic beauty of the Greek countryside as you make your way to the breathtaking monasteries of Meteora.
Catch the bus of 07:30 am to...- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 2
Kamena Vourla
Seaside Brunch Stop: Skip the busy highway rest areas—enjoy a peaceful brunch by the sea, just steps from the water. Sip your coffee or savor a light meal with ocean views and fresh coastal air. Meals are optional and can be pre-ordered via our onboard app for a hassle-free experience.
- Duration 30 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 3
Kastraki
Upon reaching Kalabaka, we'll begin the adventure with a leisurely lunch and a convenient restroom break in the charming village of Kastraki. Take this opportunity to refuel and prepare for an awe-inspiring exploration of the breathtaking Meteora region
- Duration 40 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 4
Varlaam Monastery
Visit the impressive Varlaam Monastery, the second largest of Meteora’s monasteries, perched high on a rocky pinnacle. Your guide will share the fascinating history of its 16th-century construction and the lives of the monks who once hauled materials up by rope. Admire the richly frescoed chapel, historic relics, and panoramic...
- Duration 45 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Not Included
- 5
Great Meteoron Monastery
The Great Meteoron Monastery is the largest and oldest of all the Meteora monasteries. Built atop a towering rock formation, it earned the name “meteoro,” meaning “suspended in the air.” Founded by Saint Athanasios the Meteorite, it became the first organized monastic community in the area, laying the foundation for...
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 6
Meteora
Be amazed by the secluded hermit caves of Badovas, a powerful reflection of the solitude and spiritual dedication of Meteora’s earliest monks. As you explore these remote cliffside shelters, you’ll uncover the stories of the hermits who once lived here and see the traces of their simple dwellings—offering a rare...
- Duration 25 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 7
Kalampaka
St. Stephen’s Monastery is the most accessible of all the Meteora monasteries, requiring no stairs—just a short walk across a small bridge to reach its entrance—making it ideal for visitors with limited mobility who still want an authentic monastic experience. Monastic life on this rock began as early as the...
- Duration 30 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Not Included
- 8
Trikala
At the end of the day, our expert escort will transfer you back to Kalambaka, where you will have the time to stroll around. At 5:35 p.m. the bus departs from Kalambaka, and arrives at 9:58 p.m back to Athens.
- Duration 1 Hour•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 9
Agios Nikolaos Anapaphsas
The Holy Monastery of Saint Nicholas of Anapafsas is the first Monastery that we encounter on our way to the Holy Meteora and was founded at the end of the 14th century.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 10
Kalambaka
Enjoy the panoramic view of the town Kalampaka
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 11
Roussanou Monastery
The Holy Monastery of Roussanou is believed to be named after the first hermit who settled on its rock. Its main church was established in the late 16th century and beautifully decorated around thirty years later. Unlike some of the more elevated Meteora monasteries, Roussanou sits on a lower rock,...
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Not Included
- 12
Holy Trinity Monastery (Agia Triada)
The Holy Trinity Monastery is the most challenging to access, but the breathtaking panoramic views from the top make the climb well worth the effort. Situated near St. Stephen’s Nunnery, this monastery sits atop a striking, steep rock formation. To reach it, visitors follow a path leading to the base...
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Not Included
- 13
Kamena Vourla
Sunset Dinner by the Sea: On the way back, enjoy an optional dinner stop in a picturesque coastal town. It’s the ideal setting to relax, enjoy authentic Greek dishes, and take in a stunning sunset by the water—an unforgettable end to your day.
- Duration 45 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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