• Athens - Depart at 08:00 am for Kalambaka and enjoy a journey that offers the opportunity to appreciate the stunning countryside. Arrive around 12:30 pm in Kalambaka, a quaint town nestled at the base of the impressive grey rocks, surrounded by the Meteora Monasteries.

• Kastraki - Upon arrival in Kalabaka, the adventure begins with a relaxing lunch and a convenient restroom break in the delightful village of Kalabaka. Use this time to recharge and get ready for an inspiring exploration of the magnificent Meteora region. Enjoy a meal or take the time to explore the city at your own pace.

• Agios Stefanos - This is the most accessible monastery, where instead of steps, a small bridge leads to the entrance. It is perfect for visitors who cannot use steps but still wish to experience a Meteora monastery. Monastic life on the rock of Agios Stephanos began in the early 12th century.

• Varlaam Monastery - The Holy Monastery of Varlaam is the second largest monastery. It is situated opposite the Great Meteoro Monastery and was established in the mid-14th century by the ascetic Hosios Varlaam. The elegant monastery Catholicon was constructed in honor of Agioi Pantes in 1541-42 by two brothers from Ioannina, the priest-monks Hosioi Theophanes and Nectarios the Apsarades.

• Great Meteoron Monastery - The Great Meteoron Monastery is the largest and oldest of all. It was known as the monastery “suspended in the air” (meteoro) due to the formation of the massive rock on which it was built.

• Holy Trinity Monastery (Agia Triada) - The Holy Trinity Monastery (Agia Triada) is the most challenging to access, but reaching the top offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the surroundings! This Monastery is very close to Saint Stephen’s Nunnery and is perched on a steep and magnificent rock. It had been an organized Monastery since 1362, as noted in a document by Symeon Uressis Palaeologos.

• Roussanou Monastery - The Holy Monastery of Roussanou is named after the first probable hermit who settled on the rock. The main cathedral was founded at the end of the 16th century and was adorned thirty years later. Compared to other rocks where monasteries were built, Roussanou’s has a lower elevation, making it more accessible.

• Agios Nikolaos Anapaphsas - The Holy Monastery of Saint Nicholas of Anapafsas is the first Monastery encountered on the way to the Holy Meteora and was founded at the end of the 14th century.

• Kalabaka - Enjoy the panoramic view of the town Kalampaka. After a day full of exploration, be transferred back to Athens. The return journey takes 4 hours and 30 minutes to your preferred drop-off point.

• Private transportation
• Hotel/Airbnb/Port/Cruises Terminal pick up and drop off
• Transportation with Minibus/MiniVan/Suv/Sedan (depends on number of participants)
• Bottled water
• On-board WiFi
• Professional Drivers with Deep knowledge of history
• Confirmation received at time of booking
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Airport Pick up & Drop off (Extra charge)
• Paper material

• The guide driver is not a licensed tour guide to accompany you at any site/museum.

When visiting Athens, take a full-day detour to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Meteora. Upon your arrival at the town of Kalambaka, you will visit the medieval monastery complex, which sits perched high atop sandstone cliffs and is honored by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. It’s a wonderful way to experience one of Greece’s most breathtaking and off-the-beaten-path cultural treasures. Learn about the history of these unique, 14th-century monasteries. Enjoy free time to dine and explore in the town of Kalambaka. Photograph hermit caves and soaring monastic retreats. Explore the spectacular UNESCO-listed clifftop monasteries. The tour is designed for families, couples and history lovers.

• Please make sure you have cash for the monasteries 3 euro each entrance. There is no ATM machine in the area
• Most travelers can participate
• The driving from Athens to Meteora is approximately 4 hours

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.