This small-group tour will take you from Athens to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Meteora to discover its ancient history. You'll embark on a bus drive of just under four hours, taking in the beautiful countryside along the way.
On arrival, you'll visit two of the monasteries built atop the rock pillars and gain insight into Greek Christian monks. You'll also see the other four monasteries from the outside and learn about the history of Eastern Orthodox monastic life.
Before making the return trip, you'll stop in the town of Kalabaka, where you'll have lunch, as well as free time to shop and explore.
Why visit
- Chance to walk inside old Christian Monasteries with a knowledgeable guide
- A look at the region's history and rock formations dating back millions of years
- Free time to explore the town of Kalabaka with a local lunch included
What's included
- Roundtrip transportation
- Guide services
- Lunch
What's not included
- Admission to the monasteries (EUR 3 per monastery)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Restrictions
- Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the activity starts.
Additional information
Please note that pets are not permitted on this tour.
Please note that the tour price does not include admission to the two monasteries visited during the tour. An extra fee of EUR 3 per monastery will need to be paid on-site.
Please bring your ticket with you to the attraction.
Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.
You need to be 18 years or older to book or be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by OPEN TOP BUS HELLAS