From Athens: Meteora 2-Day Trip with 2 Guided Tours & Hotels Tickets at Larissa Station

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From Athens: Meteora 2-Day Trip with 2 Guided Tours & Hotels

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Explore Meteora's monasteries on a 2-day guided tour from Athens, including transfers, expert-led tours, and flexible hotel options to fit your budget.

  • Nos gustó el tour en general, los guías bastante amables, sobre todo Nicolás un guía muy completo en cuanto a información y amabilidad. No pudimos ver el atardecer por las condiciones climáticas, pero los dos días de tour muy buenos y didácticos, lugares hermosos llenos de historia. El hotel bastante bien, habíamos leído malos comentarios pero en general bien. El único punto negativo que doy es el transporte al regreso, éramos un grupo de 4 y nos asignaron sillas separadas super incómodo para un viaje de 4 horas, había gente sentada sola, eso no lo entendí. En general todo bien, recomiendo este tour.

  • The scenary irrespective of weather and the guide Nicholi was very good and informative.

  • El trabajo del guia. Muy profesional e informado

  • Nicholas was an amazing passionate guide. It made our tour of the Meteora monasteries spectacular.

  • Amasing tour !!!! Magic !!!!! Incredible !!!!! The best of ever.....With an extraordinary guide Nikolas who has shared wirhus his live of his area, his history and tradition. Thanks so much. We will never forget such an expérience.

  • Was good organised and nice hotel

  • La organización del circuito de 2 días fue excelente, cumpliendo con el horario y plan programado. El guía de la primera actividad (Ioánnis) nos ofreció unas explicaciones muy detalladas e interesantes (en inglés). Hotel correcto. Las visitas a los monasterios son extraordinarias. Solo comentar que para la actividad del segundo día (en español) en horario de 13:00 a 18:00, no dejaron ninguna pausa para comer y deberían avisar de ello con antelación.

  • This was a fantastic trip from start to finish. Great communication at all points of the trip made the journey seamless. We opted for the 3 star hotel which was a great hotel with very good breakfast included. The two included tours, run by Meteora Thrones, were excellent. It was a bit foggy for our sunset tour but our guide Yannis made it fun and was very informative and flexible to suit the weather. We had opted for the hike on day 2 but due to the weather we couldn't do it. This actually worked out very well! We did the Monastery Tour in the van in the morning and then asked to be dropped in Kastraki when the tour ended. We then had about 4 hours free time so we hiked up to Holy Trinity Monastery (which was not on our tour) starting from Kastraki and hiked back down to Kalabaka to finish, eat and meet the minivan. In the end, we felt we had the best of both worlds. The minivans were excellent as were our drivers and guides (sorry, I can't remember the name of the young lady guide on Day 2). Would definitely recommend this tour and doing two days.

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From Athens: Meteora 2-Day Trip with 2 Guided Tours & Hotels

This two-day guided tour from Athens takes you to Meteora's spectacular rock formations and ancient monasteries. You'll travel by comfortable coach through the Greek countryside to Kalabaka, staying overnight in your choice of 3-star or 4-star accommodation. The trip combines a sunset tour on day one with either a monastery sightseeing tour or hiking adventure on day two.

Your expert guides share stories of monastic life and point out historic frescoes and relics throughout your visit. The tour includes visits to up to six monasteries, including the Great Meteoron and Varlaam, each perched dramatically on clifftops. For photography enthusiasts, you'll access exclusive viewpoints only reachable on foot, plus panoramic stops offering some of Greece's finest scenic opportunities.

What is Included

  • Return coach transport from Athens with air conditioning, Wi-Fi and USB charging
  • One night accommodation with breakfast (choice of 3-star or 4-star hotel)
  • English-speaking guide throughout
  • Evening sunset tour of Kalabaka Old Town and Byzantine Church of the Virgin Mary
  • Choice of monastery sightseeing tour or guided hiking experience on day two
  • Visit to Hermit Caves of Badovas
  • Bottled water provided
  • All transfers and pickup/drop-off for tours

Good to Know

The tour runs over two days with departure from central Athens by coach. On day two, you choose between the classic sightseeing route visiting up to three monasteries or the hiking tour following ancient monk trails through woodland to panoramic viewpoints.

Monastery entry fees are not included and must be paid in cash (3-5 euros per person, per monastery). Strict dress codes apply for all monastery visits. The terrain includes stairs and uneven surfaces, making it unsuitable for wheelchair users or those with limited mobility. The number of monasteries visited may vary according to each site's schedule.

If you're planning more Athens adventures, consider the Athens Acropolis guided tour for another dose of ancient Greek history, or explore the Athens food walking tour to discover the city's culinary traditions before your Meteora departure.

Why you'll love it

  • This two-day Meteora tour from Athens lets you experience it all without feeling rushed
  • Travel by luxury coach, stay in a 3-star or 4-star hotel with breakfast, and visit all six monasteries
  • Enjoy a sunset tour and choose between sightseeing or hiking on the second day, with all transfers included
  • Your expert guide brings Meteora to life with stories about secret monk traditions, hidden details in the monasteries, and the area’s history through empires and invasions
  • On the first day, take a sunset tour through Kalabaka’s Old Town to the 1,000-year-old Byzantine Church of the Virgin Mary, ending at a remote viewpoint where the sun sets behind Meteora’s jagged spires
  • On the second day, choose between a sightseeing tour and a hiking tour
  • The sightseeing tour invites you to explore 2 to 3 monasteries, each with its own unique story, from the towering domes of Varlaam to the fresco-filled halls of Great Meteoron, the oldest and largest of them all
  • The hiking tour takes you beyond the usual routes, following ancient monk trails through shaded forests and up to panoramic cliffside plateaus, perfect for stunning views without the crowds
  • Did you know? The old kitchen at Great Meteoron Monastery still holds a giant iron cauldron once used to cook for dozens of monks
  • It was stirred with a wooden paddle that’s taller than the average person, and it’s still on display today.

What's included

  • Return coach transport from Athens
  • Two guided tours across both days
  • One night hotel accommodation
  • Choice of 3 star or 4 star hotel
  • Sunset tour on day one
  • Monastery visits with expert guide

Good to know

Age suitability
Suitable for all ages
Know before you go
  • Bring cash for monastery entry fees (3 to 5 euros per person at each monastery)

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes with a good grip, as terrain can be uneven

  • Pack a refillable water bottle and snacks, especially in summer

  • Dress modestly: long pants for men, covered shoulders and knee-length skirts for women

  • Expect stairs—Meteora’s monasteries require some uphill walking

Visitor guidelines
  • Respect dress codes: long pants for men, shoulders and knees covered for women

  • Pay monastery entry fees in cash at the entrance

  • Avoid photography inside chapels or of monastic residents

  • Don’t use drones without prior approval

  • Follow guide instructions, especially for timing and group movement

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation

Frequently asked

How many monasteries can I visit on this tour?

You will visit up to six monasteries, with the exact number depending on the day's schedule and each monastery's weekly closure.

Are entry fees to the monasteries included?

Entry fees are not included and should be paid in cash (3 to 5 euros per person, per monastery).

Can I choose between a sightseeing and a hiking tour?

On the second day, you can opt for either a classic sightseeing excursion or a guided hiking adventure through Meteora’s trails.

Is this tour suitable for people with limited mobility?

Meteora’s terrain is challenging and not wheelchair-accessible; participants should be prepared for stairs and uneven surfaces.

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