Athens to Meteora on a 2-Days Trip,Local Guides, up to 9 people

Duration2 days

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LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 9 travelers

Overview

Do not miss this 2-Days trip in one of the most amazing places on planet. Spend the night in the city of Kalabaka and explore the area where first inhabited more than hundred thousand years ago. See and visit the monasteries made by monks on the top of the giant rocks, visit the secret Hermit Caves a hidden gem in the area avoiding crowds and traffic, and the thousand years old byzantine church of Kalabaka.

Catch the bus that departs 07.45 am just outside the central rail station, aka Larissis trainstation, and enjoy a wonderful trip through Greek amazing countryside, from mountainous landscapes to seaside views.

Join our Sunset tour, explore hidden places with our local guides,avoiding crowds and captivate the view of the sun hiding behing the mountains.

Next morning choose between the hiking or the morning tour and get more details and historical facts about this unique area.
At 17:30 you will board on your bus to get you back to Athens after you have created a lifetime memory.

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From Athens, 2 Days in Meteora

Top rated 3-star accommodation
Duration: 2 days
Mercedes luxury Mini-van

From Athens to Meteora 2 days Trip

Top rated 3 star accommodation
Duration: 2 days
Modern Mercedes a/c vehicles

What's included

Visit the Byzantine Church (1000 years old)
Experience the Sunset from a breathtaking point of view
WiFi on board
Top rated 3-star accommodation
See all 6 active monasteries
Stops for photos in the most panoramic views
Visit the hidden Hermit Caves
Small group up to 9 people
Bottled water
Breakfast
Air-conditioned vehicle
English speaking tour leader
Visit 3 monasteries inside on the morning tour or 1 in hiking tour

Monasteries entrance fees which are 5€ per person for each monastery
Lunch
Gratuities (optional)
Guide inside the monasteries

What to expect

Day 1: From Athens to Meteora with Sunset Tour

5h

Catch the train departs 07.58 am from Athens central rail station, aka Larrisis train station, and enjoy a wonderful trip through Greek amazing countryside, from mountainous landscapes to seaside views. At the time you reach Kalabaka's train station one of our partners will wait for you holding a signboard with your name written on it. Our partners will take you to your accommodation and they will tell you all the information about the sunset tour you will participate the same day.
Kalambaka
10m

Kalabaka is a town and seat of the municipality of Meteora in the Trikala regional unit. The Meteora monasteries are located near the town. A Greek inscription on the wall of one of the town's oldest churches (Saint John the Baptist) testifies to the existence of an ancient Greek settlement under the name Aiginion. In the 10th century AD, it was known as Stagoi (Σταγοί). The meaning of the word Kalabaka is of a Turkish origin and means "powerful fortress".
Kastraki
10m

Stop and stare the picturesque village Kastraki from the most panoramic spot. Learn the history of the village and take some memorable photos.
40m · Admission ticket not included

Explore a unique convent of the area. Monastery was founded in the 15th century. A hidden gem in Meteora where the friendly nuns will wellcome you in the historic monastery.
Byzantine Church of the Assumption of Virgin Mary
1h · Admission ticket not included

Explore a 1000 years old church which was built in the acropolis of kalabaka and over the ruins of an ancient temple of god Apollo. Turn yourself to archeologists and find all the ancient ruins from the temple embedded in the wall. See the amazing frescoes in there and an old mosaic floor revealed beneath current floor.
20m

Experience the famous Meteora Sunset from a breathtaking viewpoint and take the most memorable photos of the 'Rock Forest' of Meteora.

Day 2: Morning or Hiking Tour and evening rail trip back to Athens

Meteora
4h

Next morning choose between the hiking or the morning mini-bus tour and get more details and historical facts about this unique area. Our partner will meet you in the lobby of your accommodation and will take you to a tour full of history. When your 2nd day's tour ends we will take you back to your accommodation and around 17:00 we will pick you up where you will have time to prepare yourself for the evening rail trip back to Athens after you have created a lifetime memory.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point is the St. Larissis in Athens. Go to the main trainstaion in Athens 15 minutes before the train departure, get on board and enjoy the green valleys until your train arrive to Kalabaka which is the last station.

End point

Meeting point is the St. Larissis in Athens. Go to the main trainstaion in Athens 15 minutes before the train departure, get on board and enjoy the green valleys until your train arrive to Kalabaka which is the last station.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Baby seat available (upon request)

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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