Athens to Meteora Full-Day Trip with Greek Lunch
Highlights
Enjoy effortless transportation with our air-conditioned bus
View all the monasteries of Meteora and admire the interior of three of them
Learn the history and legends of the region from a knowledgeable local guide
Relish breathtaking panoramic views and capture extraordinary photos
Uncover Meteora’s hidden gems like the ancient hermit caves
Taste a delicious Greek lunch at a local restaurant
Description
Discover Meteora with this exclusive day trip from Athens. Explore majestic monasteries, view the ancient hermit caves and learn the history of the region directly from a local. Also, enjoy panoramic views and taste an authentic Greek lunch at a local restaurant. Find out why 2+ million visitors every year look forward to seeing the rocks that “suspend in the air”.
Additional Information
Embark on an extraordinary day trip from Athens to the Unesco World Heritage Site of Meteora. Explore centuries-old monasteries, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views and uncover hidden gems of Meteora that most travelers won’t know about.
Your journey starts as you board our private, air-conditioned bus at 07:45 AM, conveniently departing from the area opposite the Central Railway Station of Athens (Stathmos Larisis). Sit back and enjoy a scenic bus ride through the enchanting countryside, offering picturesque glimpses of mainland Greece.
By noon, you’ll arrive at Meteora, where your friendly local tour guide will await you. Board our comfortable and luxurious minibus and prepare for an unforgettable adventure through this natural wonder called Meteora. During this guided tour, you’ll be able to see all the majestic monasteries of Meteora and even step inside three of them to explore their captivating interiors. Also, discover the hidden treasures of Meteora, including the ancient hermit caves, the Chapel of Doupiani, and the magnificent St. George Mandilas cave.
Uncover the ‘secret’ side of Meteora, learning about why hermits chose to settle in these imposing caves a thousand years ago and the remarkable achievements of the monks. And of course, during our multiple panoramic stops don’t forget to capture breathtaking moments with your camera for lasting memories.
Additionally (exclusive to this tour), discover the charming small town of Kalambaka located in the foothills of Meteora and enjoy a delightful, traditional Greek lunch at a local restaurant. Your meal will include a fresh salad, a choice of main dish (with multiple options to cater to your preferences), freshly baked bread, and refreshing water. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available.
Come evening, we’ll set off on our journey back to Athens, and you can expect to arrive there at approximately 10:15 PM.
About the provider
We love Meteora, we love our job. We live under the amazing rocks of Meteora and our purpose is to offer you a memorable experience in our region.
Our state of the art fleet consists of hyper luxurious SUVs, VIP Mercedes minivans, Mercedes Limo mini-buses as well as full scale buses. We can serve with comfort and safety from one person to large groups with 200+ people, always by meeting your requirements and expectations.
Benefits
Really small group sizes with a maximum of 19 guests.
Experience local destinations that you are unable to visit on your own.
Unique, innovative tours designed by Meteora Trip.
Professional and experienced local guides.
You’ll have a Meteora expert to answer all your questions.
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What's Included
Roundtrip bus transportation from Athens to Meteora
Transfer with a luxury VIP bus
A 5-hour (approx.) Meteora Tour
English-Speaking local guide
Panoramic photo stops
Lunch at a local restaurant
Free Wi-Fi in the bus
All taxes