Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Caves & Coastal Stopovers with Lunch
Overview
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14 hours
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Join us for a unique day trip from Athens to Meteora that blends sacred heritage with the beauty of the Greek coastline. Unlike other tours that stop at highway gas stations, we take you to peaceful seaside villages for brunch and dinner, right by the water. Enjoy your coffee or meal with a sea breeze and stunning views.
Your day begins with a comfortable bus ride from Athens through the countryside. Midway, we stop at a coastal village for an optional seaside brunch. In Meteora, a local guide leads you through three monasteries, with photo stops at all six, and shares the stories behind this UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll also explore the hermit caves of Badovas and enjoy an optional lunch at a traditional taverna in Kastraki.
On the way back, we stop again—this time for an optional sunset dinner at a beachfront restaurant in Kamena Vourla. It’s the perfect end to a day full of nature, history, and authentic Greek charm. Arrival in Athens is around 22:30.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Dress Code for Monastery Visits: Please note that a modest dress code is enforced to enter the monasteries. For women, skirts below the knee or longer are required. Pants, shorts, or sleeveless shirts are not allowed. For men, sleeveless clothing and shorts above the knee are also prohibited.
Rain or Shine: This tour will take place regardless of the weather conditions. Please come prepared with appropriate clothing and accessories to ensure a comfortable experience.
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.
Please make sure you have cash for the monasteries 5 euro each entrance. There is no ATM machine in the area.
Supplier is not responsible if you miss the bus please be there on time (15 minutes before the departure)
Tour is guided in English only. Additional languages (Spanish, French German, Italian, Portuguese, Polish, Russian, Chinese, Korean, Japanese) are available on a free SMART audio guide.
At midday, you will enjoy a relaxing break in the picturesque village of Kastraki, where you can savor a delicious traditional Greek meal at a local restaurant. You will have the option to choose from 10 authentic Greek dishes, catering to all dietary preferences: Meat & Poultry Options: Chicken baked in the oven with potatoes Meatballs in red sauce (Soutzoukakia) Pastitsio (Greek-style lasagna) Moussaka Vegetarian Choices: Greek salad Spinach and feta cheese pie Cheese pie Vegan Options: Stuffed peppers & tomatoes with risotto (Gemista) Briam (Greek-style roasted vegetables) Giant beans baked in the oven (Gigantes) Bread and water are included with the meal. If you prefer, you can also choose and pay for your meal directly at the restaurant.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Audio guide: Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese Russian, Polish, Korean, Chinese, Japanese
Coastal stopovers for brunch and dinner at beachfront restaurant
the water will be offer during the tour at the monasteries and not at the transport.
Transport by air-conditioned vehicle with free WiFi & USB chargers
Visit the interior of 3 most beautiful monasteries
Greek lunch including vegetarian options (only with the Day Trip + Lunch rate)
Local English speaking tour leader
Discover the hidden hermit caves — an exclusive experience available only on this tour.
State Licensed guide, inside the monasteries
Meteora Monastery x 3 ( Roussanou or Nicholaos or Great Meteoro)
Coastal beach front Brunch (optional, not included in the price)
Coastal sunset dinner at Beach front retaurant (optional, not included in the price)
What To Expect
Athens
Experience one of Greece’s most captivating landscapes in a single, enriching day. Your journey begins in Athens with a scenic drive through the heart of the country, aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned coach.
Kamena Vourla
Coastal Brunch Stop: Unlike typical tours that pause at highway rest stations, our tour offers a peaceful seaside brunch break in the scenic small town of Kamena Vourla, where mountains and sea beautifully blend. Relax with fresh air and stunning sea views while enjoying optional meals and drinks that can be easily pre-ordered through our onboard app for a hassle-free experience.
Options
Shared Tour without lunch
Group Day Trip: This day trip option is in a shared tour and does not include meals
Private Tour(Shared transfer)
Private Day Trip: This private day trip is only for your party (except for the transfer from Athens which is in a shared bus)
Lunch is not included
Extended Stay with Overnight
2-DAY TOUR: If a single day feels too rushed, consider booking the 2-day tour with an overnight stay for a more enjoyable experience.
Itinerary for Day 1: 08.00am Transfer from Athens arriving to Meteora at 12.30pm. Sunset tour in the afternoon. Overnight stay in 3* hotel
Itinerary for Day 2: Breakfast. 09.00am Meteora Half day guided tour visiting 3 monasteries. Transfer to Athens arriving at approx. 22.30pm
- Inclusions: 1 night stay in 3* hotel with breakfast. Sunset tour the first day. Half day guided morning tour with 3 monastery visits
It also includes: transfers from Athens in 50-seater coach. Transport in 19-seater minibus for the local tours in Meteora.
- Exclusions: hotel tax, entrance fee to the monastery (3€ per person per monastery), meals. State licensed guide inside the monasteries.
Shared Tour, Including Lunch
Group Day Trip with Lunch: Lunch includes a main dish, a seasonal salad, bread, and water. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available.
Reviews
1,407 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Absolutely perfection. Do not forget to tip your guide!
Crystal L,
Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was me and my 10 year old daughter and it was absolutely perfection start to finish! PLEASE DON'T FORGET TO TIP YOUR TOUR GUIDE!
Well worth the long ride
June B,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a magical place.This tour had a stop in a seaside village which was beautiful.So choose this one. There were not so many steps.The guide, Jim , was very good and drivers competent.The food looked quite good but as I get motion sick I just had tea.I wasnt sick though. The monastries are genuine and raise money this way and are so well kept.This is early December and the colours were so lovely, the weather was mild and dry.Best time of year to see cities and ruins.Summer is too hot and too crowded. Greeks are fun people and freindly.So its well worth the long bus ride.
Wow! What a view!
Karen R,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00So many WOW! moments throughout the day. We enjoyed learning a little bit of history while seeing the stunning landscape. It is a lot of stairs, but so worth it!
It’s a long bus ride...
Randy L,
Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It’s a long bus ride that’s for sure, but it’s definitely worth seeing all the monasteries. The history and the culture you feel from the tour inside is absolutely remarkable. The views from the top of the mountain are indescribable and just so amazing.
Probably the best day trip from Athens
Ian M,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Took my 85 yr old mum on this trip in March and she loved it, she wasn’t able to go in all the monasteries due to her ability to walk long distances but she still loved it, Maria the tour guide was informative and funny - all in all a great day out. Yes the bus takes a while but certainly worth it to experience this magical place.
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Cody B,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Best views you’ll see in a lifetime. They call it “the 8th wonder of the world” for a reason, highly recommend
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57lilianad,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00It was absolutely terrible, the guide was not at the meeting point. The reservation has a specific link “where to meet” when I checked it had a link and coordinates that match, when I headed there no one showed up. I the afternoon after scrolling I found out that in the section “what you should know before you go” there was another address!!!! They never communicated with me before the tour, nothing Missed the tour missed money. Find other provider.
Memorable trip to the Meteor.
Bernard B,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Well organized tour , a friendly driver and a guide at the top. Unforgettable visits. Bravo.
Worth the trek
105robertaj,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Meteora Monastery was amazing. The architecture and paintings were definitely worth the trip. Would recommend. Not handicapped accessible.
Meteor was beaufitul place
gordana p,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Visit Meteora is best choice ! Amazing place. Tour guide was very good . Breakfast -ok, lunch -not good . Doesn’t look fresh , no taste . Dinner-amazing food . Trip is long but wort definetely
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