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Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Caves & Coastal Stopovers with Lunch

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Overview

Available languages

German
Russian
Korean
Portuguese
Japanese
English
Chinese (China)
Italian
Polish
French
Spanish

14 hours

Mobile ticket

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.

Pick-up and Drop-off at Kalambaka Train Station: Your tour guide will be waiting for you at Kalambaka Train Station, regardless of any train delays. Please be aware that the activity provider is not responsible for any train delays that may affect the duration of the tour.

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)

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers

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

Local English speaking tour leader

Greek lunch with 10 dishes, including vegetarian options (only with the Day Trip + Lunch rate)

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

1

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.

•Admission Not Applicable
2

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.

30 minutes•Admission Not Applicable

Options

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 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

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

4.73

1,180 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • No Direction

    Shawn H,

    Jul 7, 2025

    - Viator

    2.00

    Confusion reigned. Meeting at the exit of the Larissa Station apparently means finding the right bus 7 or so to choose from) 100 yards away on the opposite side of the busy street by asking each driver. The trip to and from is 4 hours each way with a stop midway. No tour guide during these times and you have QR codes to help you figure out what is going on. Lunch turned out to be at 2pm for our group (wasn’t a beach front option). Tour guide was nice and trying hard but was meh (long on “glib” statements short on good information. Guessing you can find a better option to do the same.

  • The bus, food stops, and...

    Kirsten P,

    Jul 6, 2025

    - Viator

    4.00

    Meteora itself is incredible. For actual tour, the bus, food stops, and tour guides were all really great, but it felt a little rushed.

  • Worst Seaside Restaurants

    HIROMI I,

    Jul 4, 2025

    - Viator

    3.00

    The monastery at Meteora was wonderful. The seaside restaurant for brunch and dinner was exactly the same on the way back and forth, but they told me to take my order, so I had to sit down, and I finally didn't come to take it. On the way back, I ordered an internet order before I arrived, but the staff, a number of whom were in chaos and never brought it, brought me cold grilled chicken five minutes before I got back on the bus, and ended up having to take it out because I couldn't eat it. I signed up for this tour because I have an audio guide in Japanese, but it ended without being handed out.

  • Amazing!

    kia,

    Jul 4, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    It was an amazing experience from start to finish. We thought the 5 hr bus ride was going to be terrible but it wasn’t bad at all especially since it was broken up with the planned brunch stop. Our guide Kate was knowledgeable and funny. This is a must do trip!!

  • Our tour guide Marie was...

    DIANA Y,

    Jul 3, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Our tour guide Marie was a local. She is very knowledgeable about the site. She was funny and added a lot of personal stories to it. We really had an enjoyable trip. Travel coach was comfortable and was on-time.

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