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Meteora Monasteries & Caves DayTrip from Athens with Greek Lunch

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Athens, Greece

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Overview

Visit Meteora from Athens for an amazing experience on this full-day tour. Travel by our air-conditioned coach-bus from Athens and see all 6 Monasteries on this Panoramic tour with a Live Local, expert in the area, Tour Leader.

Relax in comfort aboard your Bus with WIFI as you take in the spectacular views. You'll have plenty of time to stop for wonderful pictures and enter 3 of the most popular monasteries before your return to Athens. See also the Hermit Caves and many secrets points that only locals know. You can also choose to include a traditional lunch in a Local restaurant with a beautiful view of Meteora.

Free Smart audio guide available in the following languages: English | Spanish | French | Italian | Deutsch | Portuguese | Polish | Russian | Japanese | Korean | Chinese

What's Included

  • Lunch in a local restaurant (if option selected)
  • Panoramic views of all six monasteries for great photos
  • Roundtrip Transfer from Athens by air-conditioned coach-bus with Free WiFi & USB chargers
  • Pickup and drop-off at Athens' Larissa train station
  • Tips (optional)
  • Lunch ( if you do not select this option)
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Athens 104 44
Greece

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What To Expect

Meteora

Depart from Athens at 8:00am to Kalabaka with our coach-bus and admire the beautiful Greek landscapes during your trip. Shortstop midway to Meteora.Arriving in Kalabaka around 12:30 , our highly educated Tour Leader will be waiting for you. MARIA or CLEMENT , who are the top rated guides in Greece (read reviews) , will give you full attention and care.We will do a shortstop for food for 30 min to relax from the trip. Choose one dish and a Greek salad from our 10 flavors (vegetarian plate also available). We've reserved the best local restaurant , fully air-conditioned.You can choose to include lunch in the package during your booking.Continue with an amazing 4 hours Meteora tour, see all 6 monasteries and visit inside the 3 most popular of them.Plenty of photo opportunity stops and secret places that only locals know will make your tour a lifetime experience.Finally, will be transferred back to Kalabaka to travel back for Athens. You will arrive in Athens around 22:30.
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4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Kamena Vourla

During your journey from Athens to Meteora, you will enjoy the stunning Greek landscape, with views of the central Greek coastline visible to your right.Midway through your trip from Athens to Meteora , you will have a short stop to refresh at an exclusive , top-rated bus-stop restaurant by the beautiful seashore , by the water called “Kamena Vourla. Just across you will see the island of Evia on a clear look.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kastraki (Pass By)

See the picturesque village of Kastraki under the rocks of Meteora
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Great Meteoron Monastery

Visit Great Meteoron , the biggest and oldest monastery of Meteora
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Varlaam Monastery

Admire the monastery of Varlaam
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Holy Monastery of Saint Nicholas of Badova,Meteora

See the hermitage of Badovas and the secret hermit caves
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Holy Monastery of Rousanos - Saint Barbara

Admire Rousanou Nunnery
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35 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Holy Trinity Monastery (Agia Triada)

Admire the monastery of Holy Trinity
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35 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Agios Nikolaos Anapaphsas

Admire St Nicholas (Agios Nikolaos) Monastery
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35 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Agios Stefanos

Admire St Stephen (Agios Stefanos) Nunnery
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35 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kalambaka (Pass By)

See the city under the rocks and learn the amazing history
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Your guide will be waiting for you upon your arrival at Kalabaka Bus stop
  • 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.
  • Please make sure you have cash for the monasteries 5 euro each entrance. There is no ATM machine in the area.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Meteora Monasteries & Caves DayTrip from Athens with Greek Lunch?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Lunch in a local restaurant (if option selected)
  • Panoramic views of all six monasteries for great photos
  • Roundtrip Transfer from Athens by air-conditioned coach-bus with Free WiFi & USB chargers
  • Local , expert in the area , Tour Leader
  • See the Hermit Caves & many secret places that only locals know
  • Comprehensive 5-hour tour of Meteora
  • Visit inside the 3 most popular monasteries - ONLY BY US
  • Free Panoramic Meteora Map
  • Smart Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portuguese
  • Smart Audio guide in Dutch, Polish, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese
  • Pickup and drop-off at Athens' Larissa train station
  • Tips (optional)
  • Lunch ( if you do not select this option)
  • Each Meteora Monastery
  • Guide inside the Holy Monasteries (free multilingual smart guide available)

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Departure place: Athens Train Station (Larissis Station) be there at least 15 min before the departure of the bus at 08:00 am exactly
  • There will be a sign “METEORA THRONES – TRAVEL CENTER” on the window of the bus , waiting outside the train station on the road across the street from the train station.
  • Supplier is not responsible if you miss the bus please be there on time
  • Your guide will be waiting for you upon your arrival at Kalabaka Bus stop
  • 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.
  • Please make sure you have cash for the monasteries 5 euro each entrance. There is no ATM machine in the area.
  • Lunch: The lunch includes a main dish, an atomic salad, bread & water. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available.
  • Tour is guided in English or Spanish with Live Local Guide.
  • Smart audio guide available in the following languages: English | French | Italian | Dutch | Spanish | Portuguese | Polish | Russian | Japanese | Korean | Chinese
  • Climbing Steps to Monastery Tops: Please be aware that reaching the top of the monasteries involves climbing steps. There are no elevators available, so please consider this if you have any mobility concerns.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).

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