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Meteora Tour: Monasteries, Lunch & Optional Athens Transfer

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Overview

If you only have a short time to visit Meteora, don't miss this 5-hour afternoon tour of the Meteora Monasteries. Take in the panoramic views and learn about the history and myths of the area from local insiders.

On this tour, you will:

Visit the interior of 3 monasteries
Explore the hidden hermit caves
Enjoy many photo stops to capture all the monasteries and breathtaking vistas
Make a lunch stop at the charming Kastraki village

Our knowledgeable local guide will conduct the tour in English, and we also offer a smart audio guide in French, Spanish, and German.
The tour starts and finishes at the free parking area of the train station in Kalambaka town, a very convenient location.

Book your experience today for an unforgettable visit to Meteora! Don't miss this unique opportunity to explore the wonders of Meteora with local experts.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Local English speaking tour leader
  • WiFi on board
  • Train tickets
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Great Meteoron Monastery
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Kalabaka 422 00
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Meteora

Serene, spiritual, magical, mystical, extraordinary, breathtaking, immense, inspiring, impressive. These are only some of the words people very often use in an effort to describe the Meteora phenomenon. Visit Meteora, even if your interests are not deeply religious. It is the only way to enrich your feelings of spirituality that this area already exudes, no matter how long or brief your sojourn in our beautiful land.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Great Meteoron Monastery

The Great Meteoron Monastery is the biggest and oldest one of all. It was called the monastery that was “suspended in the air” (meteoro), because of the formation of the gigantic rock on top of which it was built.The Great Meteoro Monastery was founded by Saint Athanasios the Meteorite who was the first founder of the monastery and the organizer of the systematic koenovion. For this reason, the foundation of this monastery is considered to be a turning point, or even better, the beginning of the organized monastisicm in Holy Meteora. Hosios Athanasios was born around 1302 in the medieval town of New Patras, today’s Hypati and his lay name was Andronikos.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Varlaam Monastery

The Holy Monastery of Varlaam is the second biggest monastery. It is located opposite of the Great Meteoro Monastery and it was founded in the mid 14th century by the exercitant Hosios Varlaam.The elegant monastery Catholicon was built in the honour of Agioi Pantes in 1541-42, by two brothers from Ioannina, the priest-monks Hosioi Theophanes and Nectarios the Apsarades. The main church was decorated in 1548. Based on stylistic criteria, this magnificent wall-painting is attributed to the famous hagiographer from Thebes, Frago Catelano.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Holy Trinity Monastery (Agia Triada) (pass by)

The Holy Trinity Monastery (Agia Triada) is the most difficult to reach, but once you get to the very top the panoramic view of the surroundings is simply captivating!This Monastery is very close to the Saint Stephen’s Nunnery and it is perched on a steep and magnificent rock. It had already been organized Monastery since the year 1362 as indicated in a document by Symeon Uressis Palaeologos. Visitors have to follow a pathway that directs them initially to the foot of the rock, before they start walking up about 140 steps.
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Agios Nikolaos Anapaphsas (pass by)

he Holy Monastery of Saint Nicholas of Anapafsas is the first Monastery that we encounter on our way to the Holy Meteora and was founded at the end of the 14th century.For the name Anapafsas there are numerous interpretations two of which are the most popular. The first one is that the name Anapafsas was attributed by one of the monastery’s benefactors, while the second explanation has to do with the monastery’s position being the first to be encountered on the way up and probably served to the pilgrims and other visitors as a resting place before continuing on.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • A small amount of walking is involved, but there are stairs to climb in the monasteries
  • To enter the monasteries, appropriate clothing is required; Ladies should not wear short skirts and must have long sleeves; Men are not allowed to wear shorts

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Meteora Tour: Monasteries, Lunch & Optional Athens Transfer?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Meteora Tour: Monasteries, Lunch & Optional Athens Transfer?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • Local English speaking tour leader.
  • WiFi on board.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Visit inside 3 monasteries and the hidden hermit caves.
The following is NOT included:
  • Train tickets.
  • Food and drinks, unless specified.
  • Great Meteoron Monastery.
  • Varlaam Monastery.
  • Agios Stefanos.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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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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If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Meteora Tour: Monasteries, Lunch & Optional Athens Transfer is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Meteora Tour: Monasteries, Lunch & Optional Athens Transfer will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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Once 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.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Bottled water
  • Local English speaking tour leader
  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Visit inside 3 monasteries and the hidden hermit caves
  • Train tickets
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Great Meteoron Monastery
  • Varlaam Monastery
  • Agios Stefanos

Additional Info

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  • 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 are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • A small amount of walking is involved, but there are stairs to climb in the monasteries
  • To enter the monasteries, appropriate clothing is required; Ladies should not wear short skirts and must have long sleeves; Men are not allowed to wear shorts
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers

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