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From Athens: Meteora Monasteries & Caves Full-Day Trip

Travel from Athens to Meteora for a guided day tour of its famous hilltop monasteries and ancient caves, with optional Greek lunch.

10 hrs – 14 hrs

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From Athens: Meteora Monasteries & Caves Full-Day Trip

Travel from Athens to Meteora for a guided day tour of its famous hilltop monasteries and ancient caves, with optional Greek lunch.

10 hrs – 14 hrs

Free cancellation

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From Athens: Meteora Monasteries & Caves Full-Day Trip

Travel from Athens to Meteora for a guided day tour of its famous hilltop monasteries and ancient caves, with optional Greek lunch.

10 hrs – 14 hrs

Free cancellation

Confirmació instantània

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Des de €45

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Destacats i inclusions

Highlights

  • Enjoy a seamless day trip to Meteora from Athens with coach transfers

  • Experience panoramic views of all 6 Meteora monasteries perched atop soaring cliffs

  • Enter 3 to 4 active monasteries, each rich in history and architectural wonder

  • Explore the ancient Hermit Caves of Badovas, once inhabited by monks

  • Add a traditional Greek lunch in a local village for a deeper cultural experience

What’s Included

  • Round-trip, luxury coach transport from Athens with air conditioning, Wi-Fi and USB charging

  • Guided tour of Meteora including all six monasteries (entry to 3–4 based on the day)

  • Entry to Hermit Caves of Badovas

  • English-speaking driver and experienced tour guide (in English or Spanish)

  • Multilingual audio guide

  • Bottled mineral water

  • Traditional Greek lunch (if selected)

Sobre

Discover the Wonders of Meteora in a Single-Day Excursion

Leave the bustle of Athens behind and set out on a full-day journey to the legendary rock pillars of Meteora, where centuries-old monasteries seem to defy gravity atop dramatic sandstone cliffs. Enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned luxury coach, complete with modern amenities, as you traverse the scenic Greek countryside bound for this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Curated Cultural Insights and Breathtaking Sights

Your guide brings Meteora's astonishing history to life, from ancient hermits seeking solitude in cliffside caves to the story of monks constructing awe-inspiring monasteries using rope pulleys and ladders. Delve into the ingenuity and perseverance required to build and sustain spiritual life here over ages.

Arrive at the Meteora complex and take time to soak up panoramic views of all six iconic monasteries, perched 300 meters above the valley floor. Throughout your visit, you will have the opportunity to climb stone staircases and explore the interior of 3 to 4 working monasteries, such as the Great Meteoron—the largest—and Varlaam, famed for its colossal rainwater barrel still in daily use. Note that particular monasteries open and close on different days, so your exact itinerary will be thoughtfully curated to offer the best access.

Explore the Hermit Caves of Badovas

Afterwards, follow a marked path to the Hermit Caves of Badovas, set into the sheer rock face. These ancient grottoes once sheltered monks living in silence and isolation, reachable only by climbing hanging ropes and wooden ladders—many of which remain for you to glimpse today.

Enhance Your Stroll with Traditional Greek Flavors

With the lunch upgrade, pause at nearby Kastraki Village to sample authentic Greek cuisine. Enjoy comforting flavors like baked feta with honey, moussaka with fragrant cinnamon, and crisp spanakopita, offering a satisfying end to your adventure before returning to Athens.

Inclusions for a Seamless Experience

  • Roundtrip travel from Athens in an air-conditioned coach offering USB charging and free Wi-Fi

  • Guided Meteora sightseeing and entry to 3–4 active monasteries (entrance fees not included and vary as per the day's schedule)

  • Access to the historic Hermit Caves of Badovas

  • Live commentary and multilingual audio guide available

  • Bottled mineral water provided

  • Option to include a traditional Greek lunch

Important Details and Dress Code

Note that the monasteries follow a strict dress code: men should wear long pants while women are required to have long skirts and covered shoulders. Entrance fees for monasteries (€3–€5 each) must be paid in cash. Wear sturdy footwear as paths can be steep and uneven, and bring light snacks and water for comfort, especially during summer.

The tour departs from across the Larissa train station in Athens on Theodore Diligianni Street. Look for the "Visit Meteora" sign by the Everest Café for easy boarding.

Book your From Athens: Meteora Monasteries & Caves Full-Day Trip tickets now!

Normes per als visitants
  • Respect the monastery dress code at all times

  • Bring cash for entry as credit cards are not accepted at monasteries

  • Photography is not allowed inside church interiors or of clergy

  • Stay hydrated and wear sturdy footwear for extensive walking

  • Pay attention to the guide's instructions, especially regarding timing and meeting points

Preguntes freqüents

How many monasteries will we visit?

You will typically enter 3 to 4 monasteries, depending on their individual opening schedules. All 6 Meteora monasteries are seen from panoramic viewpoints along the route.

Are monastery entrance fees included?

No, entrance fees of €3 to €5 per person per monastery must be paid in cash at each entrance.

Is the tour suitable for those with limited mobility?

Meteora’s monasteries require ascending stairs and navigating uneven terrain and are generally not accessible to wheelchair users. Some monasteries, like St. Stephen’s, have fewer steps.

What should I wear?

Follow the dress code: long pants for men, long skirts and shoulder coverage for women. Shorts and sleeveless tops are not permitted inside monasteries.

Where does the tour depart from?

The tour bus leaves from opposite Larissa train station on Theodore Diligianni St, near Everest Café in Athens.

Coses a saber abans d'anar
  • Wear comfortable shoes for steps and walking on uneven paths

  • Bring cash for monastery entrance fees and local purchases

  • Respect the dress code: long pants for men, long skirts and covered shoulders for women

  • Audio guides require your own earphones and a charged mobile device

Política de cancel·lació

Free cancellation up to 24 h

Destacats i inclusions

Highlights

  • Enjoy a seamless day trip to Meteora from Athens with coach transfers

  • Experience panoramic views of all 6 Meteora monasteries perched atop soaring cliffs

  • Enter 3 to 4 active monasteries, each rich in history and architectural wonder

  • Explore the ancient Hermit Caves of Badovas, once inhabited by monks

  • Add a traditional Greek lunch in a local village for a deeper cultural experience

What’s Included

  • Round-trip, luxury coach transport from Athens with air conditioning, Wi-Fi and USB charging

  • Guided tour of Meteora including all six monasteries (entry to 3–4 based on the day)

  • Entry to Hermit Caves of Badovas

  • English-speaking driver and experienced tour guide (in English or Spanish)

  • Multilingual audio guide

  • Bottled mineral water

  • Traditional Greek lunch (if selected)

Sobre

Discover the Wonders of Meteora in a Single-Day Excursion

Leave the bustle of Athens behind and set out on a full-day journey to the legendary rock pillars of Meteora, where centuries-old monasteries seem to defy gravity atop dramatic sandstone cliffs. Enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned luxury coach, complete with modern amenities, as you traverse the scenic Greek countryside bound for this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Curated Cultural Insights and Breathtaking Sights

Your guide brings Meteora's astonishing history to life, from ancient hermits seeking solitude in cliffside caves to the story of monks constructing awe-inspiring monasteries using rope pulleys and ladders. Delve into the ingenuity and perseverance required to build and sustain spiritual life here over ages.

Arrive at the Meteora complex and take time to soak up panoramic views of all six iconic monasteries, perched 300 meters above the valley floor. Throughout your visit, you will have the opportunity to climb stone staircases and explore the interior of 3 to 4 working monasteries, such as the Great Meteoron—the largest—and Varlaam, famed for its colossal rainwater barrel still in daily use. Note that particular monasteries open and close on different days, so your exact itinerary will be thoughtfully curated to offer the best access.

Explore the Hermit Caves of Badovas

Afterwards, follow a marked path to the Hermit Caves of Badovas, set into the sheer rock face. These ancient grottoes once sheltered monks living in silence and isolation, reachable only by climbing hanging ropes and wooden ladders—many of which remain for you to glimpse today.

Enhance Your Stroll with Traditional Greek Flavors

With the lunch upgrade, pause at nearby Kastraki Village to sample authentic Greek cuisine. Enjoy comforting flavors like baked feta with honey, moussaka with fragrant cinnamon, and crisp spanakopita, offering a satisfying end to your adventure before returning to Athens.

Inclusions for a Seamless Experience

  • Roundtrip travel from Athens in an air-conditioned coach offering USB charging and free Wi-Fi

  • Guided Meteora sightseeing and entry to 3–4 active monasteries (entrance fees not included and vary as per the day's schedule)

  • Access to the historic Hermit Caves of Badovas

  • Live commentary and multilingual audio guide available

  • Bottled mineral water provided

  • Option to include a traditional Greek lunch

Important Details and Dress Code

Note that the monasteries follow a strict dress code: men should wear long pants while women are required to have long skirts and covered shoulders. Entrance fees for monasteries (€3–€5 each) must be paid in cash. Wear sturdy footwear as paths can be steep and uneven, and bring light snacks and water for comfort, especially during summer.

The tour departs from across the Larissa train station in Athens on Theodore Diligianni Street. Look for the "Visit Meteora" sign by the Everest Café for easy boarding.

Book your From Athens: Meteora Monasteries & Caves Full-Day Trip tickets now!

Normes per als visitants
  • Respect the monastery dress code at all times

  • Bring cash for entry as credit cards are not accepted at monasteries

  • Photography is not allowed inside church interiors or of clergy

  • Stay hydrated and wear sturdy footwear for extensive walking

  • Pay attention to the guide's instructions, especially regarding timing and meeting points

Preguntes freqüents

How many monasteries will we visit?

You will typically enter 3 to 4 monasteries, depending on their individual opening schedules. All 6 Meteora monasteries are seen from panoramic viewpoints along the route.

Are monastery entrance fees included?

No, entrance fees of €3 to €5 per person per monastery must be paid in cash at each entrance.

Is the tour suitable for those with limited mobility?

Meteora’s monasteries require ascending stairs and navigating uneven terrain and are generally not accessible to wheelchair users. Some monasteries, like St. Stephen’s, have fewer steps.

What should I wear?

Follow the dress code: long pants for men, long skirts and shoulder coverage for women. Shorts and sleeveless tops are not permitted inside monasteries.

Where does the tour depart from?

The tour bus leaves from opposite Larissa train station on Theodore Diligianni St, near Everest Café in Athens.

Coses a saber abans d'anar
  • Wear comfortable shoes for steps and walking on uneven paths

  • Bring cash for monastery entrance fees and local purchases

  • Respect the dress code: long pants for men, long skirts and covered shoulders for women

  • Audio guides require your own earphones and a charged mobile device

Política de cancel·lació

Free cancellation up to 24 h

Destacats i inclusions

Highlights

  • Enjoy a seamless day trip to Meteora from Athens with coach transfers

  • Experience panoramic views of all 6 Meteora monasteries perched atop soaring cliffs

  • Enter 3 to 4 active monasteries, each rich in history and architectural wonder

  • Explore the ancient Hermit Caves of Badovas, once inhabited by monks

  • Add a traditional Greek lunch in a local village for a deeper cultural experience

What’s Included

  • Round-trip, luxury coach transport from Athens with air conditioning, Wi-Fi and USB charging

  • Guided tour of Meteora including all six monasteries (entry to 3–4 based on the day)

  • Entry to Hermit Caves of Badovas

  • English-speaking driver and experienced tour guide (in English or Spanish)

  • Multilingual audio guide

  • Bottled mineral water

  • Traditional Greek lunch (if selected)

Sobre

Discover the Wonders of Meteora in a Single-Day Excursion

Leave the bustle of Athens behind and set out on a full-day journey to the legendary rock pillars of Meteora, where centuries-old monasteries seem to defy gravity atop dramatic sandstone cliffs. Enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned luxury coach, complete with modern amenities, as you traverse the scenic Greek countryside bound for this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Curated Cultural Insights and Breathtaking Sights

Your guide brings Meteora's astonishing history to life, from ancient hermits seeking solitude in cliffside caves to the story of monks constructing awe-inspiring monasteries using rope pulleys and ladders. Delve into the ingenuity and perseverance required to build and sustain spiritual life here over ages.

Arrive at the Meteora complex and take time to soak up panoramic views of all six iconic monasteries, perched 300 meters above the valley floor. Throughout your visit, you will have the opportunity to climb stone staircases and explore the interior of 3 to 4 working monasteries, such as the Great Meteoron—the largest—and Varlaam, famed for its colossal rainwater barrel still in daily use. Note that particular monasteries open and close on different days, so your exact itinerary will be thoughtfully curated to offer the best access.

Explore the Hermit Caves of Badovas

Afterwards, follow a marked path to the Hermit Caves of Badovas, set into the sheer rock face. These ancient grottoes once sheltered monks living in silence and isolation, reachable only by climbing hanging ropes and wooden ladders—many of which remain for you to glimpse today.

Enhance Your Stroll with Traditional Greek Flavors

With the lunch upgrade, pause at nearby Kastraki Village to sample authentic Greek cuisine. Enjoy comforting flavors like baked feta with honey, moussaka with fragrant cinnamon, and crisp spanakopita, offering a satisfying end to your adventure before returning to Athens.

Inclusions for a Seamless Experience

  • Roundtrip travel from Athens in an air-conditioned coach offering USB charging and free Wi-Fi

  • Guided Meteora sightseeing and entry to 3–4 active monasteries (entrance fees not included and vary as per the day's schedule)

  • Access to the historic Hermit Caves of Badovas

  • Live commentary and multilingual audio guide available

  • Bottled mineral water provided

  • Option to include a traditional Greek lunch

Important Details and Dress Code

Note that the monasteries follow a strict dress code: men should wear long pants while women are required to have long skirts and covered shoulders. Entrance fees for monasteries (€3–€5 each) must be paid in cash. Wear sturdy footwear as paths can be steep and uneven, and bring light snacks and water for comfort, especially during summer.

The tour departs from across the Larissa train station in Athens on Theodore Diligianni Street. Look for the "Visit Meteora" sign by the Everest Café for easy boarding.

Book your From Athens: Meteora Monasteries & Caves Full-Day Trip tickets now!

Coses a saber abans d'anar
  • Wear comfortable shoes for steps and walking on uneven paths

  • Bring cash for monastery entrance fees and local purchases

  • Respect the dress code: long pants for men, long skirts and covered shoulders for women

  • Audio guides require your own earphones and a charged mobile device

Normes per als visitants
  • Respect the monastery dress code at all times

  • Bring cash for entry as credit cards are not accepted at monasteries

  • Photography is not allowed inside church interiors or of clergy

  • Stay hydrated and wear sturdy footwear for extensive walking

  • Pay attention to the guide's instructions, especially regarding timing and meeting points

Política de cancel·lació

Free cancellation up to 24 h

Destacats i inclusions

Highlights

  • Enjoy a seamless day trip to Meteora from Athens with coach transfers

  • Experience panoramic views of all 6 Meteora monasteries perched atop soaring cliffs

  • Enter 3 to 4 active monasteries, each rich in history and architectural wonder

  • Explore the ancient Hermit Caves of Badovas, once inhabited by monks

  • Add a traditional Greek lunch in a local village for a deeper cultural experience

What’s Included

  • Round-trip, luxury coach transport from Athens with air conditioning, Wi-Fi and USB charging

  • Guided tour of Meteora including all six monasteries (entry to 3–4 based on the day)

  • Entry to Hermit Caves of Badovas

  • English-speaking driver and experienced tour guide (in English or Spanish)

  • Multilingual audio guide

  • Bottled mineral water

  • Traditional Greek lunch (if selected)

Sobre

Discover the Wonders of Meteora in a Single-Day Excursion

Leave the bustle of Athens behind and set out on a full-day journey to the legendary rock pillars of Meteora, where centuries-old monasteries seem to defy gravity atop dramatic sandstone cliffs. Enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned luxury coach, complete with modern amenities, as you traverse the scenic Greek countryside bound for this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Curated Cultural Insights and Breathtaking Sights

Your guide brings Meteora's astonishing history to life, from ancient hermits seeking solitude in cliffside caves to the story of monks constructing awe-inspiring monasteries using rope pulleys and ladders. Delve into the ingenuity and perseverance required to build and sustain spiritual life here over ages.

Arrive at the Meteora complex and take time to soak up panoramic views of all six iconic monasteries, perched 300 meters above the valley floor. Throughout your visit, you will have the opportunity to climb stone staircases and explore the interior of 3 to 4 working monasteries, such as the Great Meteoron—the largest—and Varlaam, famed for its colossal rainwater barrel still in daily use. Note that particular monasteries open and close on different days, so your exact itinerary will be thoughtfully curated to offer the best access.

Explore the Hermit Caves of Badovas

Afterwards, follow a marked path to the Hermit Caves of Badovas, set into the sheer rock face. These ancient grottoes once sheltered monks living in silence and isolation, reachable only by climbing hanging ropes and wooden ladders—many of which remain for you to glimpse today.

Enhance Your Stroll with Traditional Greek Flavors

With the lunch upgrade, pause at nearby Kastraki Village to sample authentic Greek cuisine. Enjoy comforting flavors like baked feta with honey, moussaka with fragrant cinnamon, and crisp spanakopita, offering a satisfying end to your adventure before returning to Athens.

Inclusions for a Seamless Experience

  • Roundtrip travel from Athens in an air-conditioned coach offering USB charging and free Wi-Fi

  • Guided Meteora sightseeing and entry to 3–4 active monasteries (entrance fees not included and vary as per the day's schedule)

  • Access to the historic Hermit Caves of Badovas

  • Live commentary and multilingual audio guide available

  • Bottled mineral water provided

  • Option to include a traditional Greek lunch

Important Details and Dress Code

Note that the monasteries follow a strict dress code: men should wear long pants while women are required to have long skirts and covered shoulders. Entrance fees for monasteries (€3–€5 each) must be paid in cash. Wear sturdy footwear as paths can be steep and uneven, and bring light snacks and water for comfort, especially during summer.

The tour departs from across the Larissa train station in Athens on Theodore Diligianni Street. Look for the "Visit Meteora" sign by the Everest Café for easy boarding.

Book your From Athens: Meteora Monasteries & Caves Full-Day Trip tickets now!

Coses a saber abans d'anar
  • Wear comfortable shoes for steps and walking on uneven paths

  • Bring cash for monastery entrance fees and local purchases

  • Respect the dress code: long pants for men, long skirts and covered shoulders for women

  • Audio guides require your own earphones and a charged mobile device

Normes per als visitants
  • Respect the monastery dress code at all times

  • Bring cash for entry as credit cards are not accepted at monasteries

  • Photography is not allowed inside church interiors or of clergy

  • Stay hydrated and wear sturdy footwear for extensive walking

  • Pay attention to the guide's instructions, especially regarding timing and meeting points

Política de cancel·lació

Free cancellation up to 24 h

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