Meteora Hiking Tour - Optional Pick up from Kalambaka, Trikala, Kastraki

Our Hiking Meteora tour starts from St. Nicolas Monastery in Kastraki village, following the same old paths the monks used, which wind their way amongst the tall rock-towers.

We pass beneath the ruined monastery of Pantocrator on the north side of the rock of Dupiani. Then the path takes us to the heart of the lush forest reaching the abandoned and restored Monastery of “Ypapanti” and the ruins of St. Dimitrios. Afterwards, our trail turns uphill. A short walk leads us to the cliff top monasteries Varlaam and Great Meteoro where we visit one of them.

We then walk downhill to Kastraki through the rocks by the ancient path used by the monks, passing next to the cave of St. George Mandila, where every year climbers hang their scarves.

Duration: 5 Hours
Distance: 7.0 km /4,3 miles
Minimum Elevation: 321 m (1053ft) / Maximum Elevation: 612 m (2007ft)
Total Ascent: 320 m (1049ft) /Total Descent: 323 m (1059ft)

1. Meteora

Pickup details

If pick up option is selected, the exact pick up time will be sent to you one day prior to the activity

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Guests should bring : Dress Code for Monasteries: For men shirts that cover the shoulder and trousers or shorts over the knee length. Sleeveless clothing and shorts shorter than the knee are prohibited. For women, skirts over the knee length and clothing that covers shoulders and chest are required in order to enter the monasteries. Sleeveless clothing, shorts or trousers are prohibited for women. Small backpack Comfortable clothes (preferably quick-drying material: cotton or polycotton not denim) Light hiking shoes or hiking boots Hat or beanie sunglasses sunblock Waterproof jacket / membrane (for the rainy days) Your own personal water bottle. As part of our environmental policy and actions, we are committed to eliminating the use of plastic water bottles.