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Guided all day tour to Meteora rocks & Monasteries

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6 to 8 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Discover one of the greatest monuments of the world, protected by UNESCO and characterized by it as “A Preserved and Protected Monument of Humanity”.
Meteora is the second most important monastic center in Greece. The first ascetics came here in the 11th century. They flourished as a monastic center between the 13th and 14th century as many people who lived in the nearby areas embraced the monastic way of living.
These unique and enormous columns of rock rise precipitously from the ground. But their unusual form is not easy to explain geologically. They are not volcanic plugs of hard igneous rock typical elsewhere, but the rocks are composed of a mixture of sandstone and conglomerate.
This tour includes 3 visits to the monasteries plus several viewpoints of the magnificent scenery
Note: This tour can be modified from day tour to sunset tour

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Lunch
  • Tickets to monasteries
  • Certified guide for monasteries
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Meeting and Pickup

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Transportation by car, outside from Ioannina, is optional and price depends on the distance.

What To Expect

Great Meteoron Monastery

The Holy Monastery of Great Meteoron or Monastery of the Transfiguration of the Saviour: It is the biggest of the monasteries. The church, honoured to the 'Transfiguration' was erected in the middle of 14th century and 1387/88 and decorated in 1483 and 1552. The old monastery is used as a museum, nowadays. Note: Every Tuesday is closed
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Varlaam Monastery

The Holy Monastery of Varlaam is the second, after the Great Meteoron, big in size monastery. The church, honoured to the three Bishops, is in the Athonite type (cross-in-square with dome and choirs), with spacious esonarthex (lite) surrounted by dome as well. It was built in 1541/42 and decorated in 1548, while the esonarthex was decorated in 1566. The old refectory is used as a museum while north of the Church we can see the chapel of the Three Bishops built in 1627 and decorated in 1637. Note: Every Friday is closed
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Holy Monastery of Saint Stephan

The Holy Monastery of St. Stephan is one of the most attainable as we don't have to cope with innumerable stairs to reach it. The small single – nave church of St. Stephan was built in the middle of 16th and decorated in 1545 or a little later. The 'Katholikon', honoured to St. Charalambos, was built in the Athonite type, in 1798. The old refectory of the convent is used as a museum nowadays. It operates as a nunnery. Note: Every Monday is closed
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Holy Monastery of Rousanos - Saint Barbara

The Holy Monastery of Varvara Rousanou, which is dedicated to 'The Transfiguration' but honoured to Saint Varbara. The 'Katholikon', in the Athonite type, was founded in the middle of 16th century and decorated in 1560. Both, the Katholikon and the reception halls are in the ground floor while the 'archontariki', cells and subsidiary rooms are scattered in the basement and the first floor. It operates as a nunnery. Note: Every Wednesday is closed
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Viewpoint Meteora

Meteora Observation Deck is a unique observation place and what incredible views, this observation point seems like it is magical and unreal. This spot is perfect for photos and videos. Also is known as "Sunrise Rock", because it is an ideal location for watching the amazing sunrise and sunset, and visitors can enjoy the amazing panoramic view of the city, mountains and surrounding areas.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kalambaka

Lunch break at Meteora and return to Ioannina city
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Guided all day tour to Meteora rocks & Monasteries?

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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  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Guiding
  • Photographic & video material
  • Lunch
  • Tickets to monasteries
  • Certified guide for monasteries

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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).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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