Athens: Meteora Monasteries DayTrip at 9am, Sunset, Caves & Lunch
Overview
Visit Meteora from Athens for an amazing full-day experience. Τravel by A/C coach with Wi-Fi and USB chargers and enjoy rest stops by the sea along the way.
During the winter season (November to March), also enjoy the MAJESTIC SUNSET from the most spectacular panoramic viewpoint.
Unlike many early-start day trips, this Meteora experience begins at 9 AM from Larissa Station in Athens, so you can avoid an extremely early wake-up and morning rush. Start the day at an easier pace, enjoy breakfast at your hotel & avoid the early-morning departure rush
Upon arrival in Meteora, join a live local tour leader and enjoy a panoramic tour. See all 6 Meteora monasteries from the best viewpoints, enter 3 of the most popular and stop for memorable photos.
You will also see the Hermit Caves and discover hidden viewpoints and local stories most visitors would not find on their own.
Choose the lunch option to enjoy a traditional Greek meal at a local restaurant with a beautiful view of Meteora.
What's Included
- Majestic sunset viewing and photography at the most spectacular...
- Panoramic views and photo stops of all 6 monasteries for great photos
- Lunch in a local restaurant (if option selected). Complimentary bottle of...
- Free Panoramic Meteora Map from local artist
- See the Hermit Caves & many secret places that only locals know
- Roundtrip Transfer from Athens by air-conditioned coach-bus with free WiFi & USB chargers
- Visit inside the 3 most popular monasteries
- Comprehensive 5-hour tour of Meteora & the Holy Monasteries
- Smart Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portuguese
- Smart Audio guide in Dutch, Polish, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese
- Local , expert in the area , Live Tour Guide
- Pickup and drop-off at Athens' Larissa train station
- Tips (optional)
- Lunch ( if you do not select this option)
- Each Meteora Monastery - 5 euro / person
- Personal expenses
- Guide inside the Holy Monasteries (free multilingual smart guide available)
Meeting Location
Athens 104 44
Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Athens (pass by)
Agios Konstantinos
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Meteora
5 hours Admission Ticket Free
Kastraki (pass by)
Agios Nikolaos Anapaphsas
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Great Meteoron Monastery
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Holy Monastery of Rousanos - Saint Barbara
35 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Varlaam Monastery
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Agios Stefanos
40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Holy Trinity Monastery (Agia Triada)
35 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Rock of Badovas (pass by)
Kalambaka (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Departure place: Athens Train Station (Larissis Station) be there at least 15 min before the departure of the bus at 09:00 am exactly
- There will be a sign “METEORA THRONES – TRAVEL CENTER” on the window and the side of the bus , waiting outside the train station on the road across the street from the train station.
- Supplier is not responsible if you miss the bus please be there on time
- Your guide will be waiting for you upon your arrival at Kalabaka Bus stop
- Appropriate clothing for everyone is required to enter the monasteries. For ladies skirts by the knee or longer are required. No pants for ladies, no shorts, no sleeveless shirt. For men sleeveless clothing and shorts over the knee are prohibited.
- Please make sure you have cash for the monasteries 5 euro each entrance. There is no ATM machine in the area.
- Lunch: The lunch includes a main dish, an atomic salad, bread & water. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available.
- Tour is guided in English or Spanish with Live Local Guide.
- Smart audio guide available in the following languages: English | French | Italian | Dutch | Spanish | Portuguese | Polish | Russian | Japanese | Korean | Chinese
- Climbing Steps to Monastery Tops: Please be aware that reaching the top of the monasteries involves climbing steps. There are no elevators available, so please consider this if you have any mobility concerns.
- Winter Season Information (November–March): During this period, the tour includes visits inside 2 monasteries due to shorter monastery opening hours. As a special seasonal highlight, you’ll have the opportunity to admire Meteora’s breathtaking sunset from the most spectacular panoramic viewpoint, weather and timing permitting.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Majestic sunset viewing and photography at the most spectacular.
- Panoramic views and photo stops of all 6 monasteries for great photos.
- Lunch in a local restaurant (if option selected). Complimentary bottle of.
- Free Panoramic Meteora Map from local artist.
- See the Hermit Caves & many secret places that only locals know.
- Roundtrip Transfer from Athens by air-conditioned coach-bus with free WiFi & USB chargers.
- Visit inside the 3 most popular monasteries.
- Comprehensive 5-hour tour of Meteora & the Holy Monasteries.
- Smart Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portuguese.
- Smart Audio guide in Dutch, Polish, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese.
- Local , expert in the area , Live Tour Guide.
- Pickup and drop-off at Athens' Larissa train station.
- Tips (optional).
- Lunch ( if you do not select this option).
- Each Meteora Monastery - 5 euro / person.
- Personal expenses.
- Guide inside the Holy Monasteries (free multilingual smart guide available).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Athens: Meteora Monasteries DayTrip at 9am, Sunset, Caves & Lunch is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Majestic sunset viewing and photography at the most spectacular...
- Panoramic views and photo stops of all 6 monasteries for great photos
- Lunch in a local restaurant (if option selected). Complimentary bottle of...
- Free Panoramic Meteora Map from local artist
- See the Hermit Caves & many secret places that only locals know
- Roundtrip Transfer from Athens by air-conditioned coach-bus with free WiFi & USB chargers
- Visit inside the 3 most popular monasteries
- Comprehensive 5-hour tour of Meteora & the Holy Monasteries
- Smart Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portuguese
- Smart Audio guide in Dutch, Polish, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese
- Local , expert in the area , Live Tour Guide
- Pickup and drop-off at Athens' Larissa train station
- Tips (optional)
- Lunch ( if you do not select this option)
- Each Meteora Monastery - 5 euro / person
- Personal expenses
- Guide inside the Holy Monasteries (free multilingual smart guide available)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Departure place: Athens Train Station (Larissis Station) be there at least 15 min before the departure of the bus at 09:00 am exactly
- There will be a sign “METEORA THRONES – TRAVEL CENTER” on the window and the side of the bus , waiting outside the train station on the road across the street from the train station.
- Supplier is not responsible if you miss the bus please be there on time
- Your guide will be waiting for you upon your arrival at Kalabaka Bus stop
- Appropriate clothing for everyone is required to enter the monasteries. For ladies skirts by the knee or longer are required. No pants for ladies, no shorts, no sleeveless shirt. For men sleeveless clothing and shorts over the knee are prohibited.
- Please make sure you have cash for the monasteries 5 euro each entrance. There is no ATM machine in the area.
- Lunch: The lunch includes a main dish, an atomic salad, bread & water. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available.
- Tour is guided in English or Spanish with Live Local Guide.
- Smart audio guide available in the following languages: English | French | Italian | Dutch | Spanish | Portuguese | Polish | Russian | Japanese | Korean | Chinese
- Climbing Steps to Monastery Tops: Please be aware that reaching the top of the monasteries involves climbing steps. There are no elevators available, so please consider this if you have any mobility concerns.
- Winter Season Information (November–March): During this period, the tour includes visits inside 2 monasteries due to shorter monastery opening hours. As a special seasonal highlight, you’ll have the opportunity to admire Meteora’s breathtaking sunset from the most spectacular panoramic viewpoint, weather and timing permitting.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers
