Meteora monasteries and Hermit Caves full-day tour from Athens

Attractions & guided tours

Athens, Greece

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Duration: 14 Hours

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Do this because

It’s a perfect blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty

You’ll be surrounded by awe-inspiring monasteries perched on towering rock formations

It combines immersive audio tours with stunning panoramic viewpoints

The unique setting of the hermit caves adds an intriguing element to your exploration

It’s a memorable day trip featuring history, breathtaking scenery, and authentic Greek cuisine

What to expect

Discover the awe-inspiring beauty of Meteora, one of Greece’s most breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Sites, on this unforgettable day trip from Athens. Begin with a comfortable departure at 08:00 AM from across the central train station. Travel in a premium, air-conditioned coach with a professional English-speaking driver, enjoying scenic countryside views on the journey to Kalabaka.Arrive at Meteora by 12:30 PM and meet a local tour leader. Before the tour starts, enjoy a relaxing lunch break in the charming village of Kastraki, surrounded by towering rock formations and stunning views.Join a four-hour guided exploration of Meteora’s surreal landscape. Visit all six monasteries from the outside and step inside three of them. Along the way, hear stories about the region’s geology, history, and monastic traditions. Discover hidden gems like the secluded Hermit Caves of Badovas and capture unforgettable photographs.After a short stop in Kalabaka for refreshments or souvenirs, begin the return journey at 18:00, arriving back in Athens around 22:30.

What's included

Guided tour

Roundtrip transportation

WiFi

Local guide

Multilingual audio commentary

Bottled water

What's not included

Entrance fees

What to remember

Accessibility:

The tour requires guests to climb stairs upon their approach to the monasteries. If someone finds climbing stairs challenging, it is possible to wait at the parking area, equipped with benches

Remember to bring:

To enter the monasteries, appropriate clothing is required. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women

Provider

Key Tours S.A

Booking Fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation Fee

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins

Where

Theodore Diligiannis 31, Athens, Greece

Meeting point:

Look for the bus with the “Visit Meteora” sign on the front door, parked across the street from the train station, opposite Everest Café on Theodore Diligianni Street. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure. You can reach the meeting point via the Red Line metro (Larissis Station) or by taxi. The bus will depart promptly at 8:00 AM, so be at the meeting point no later than 7:45 AM. Boarding procedure: No bus ticket is required. Simply provide your name to the driver for verification. Seats are unassigned, so you may choose any available seat.