Meteora: Monasteries Tour with Lunch and Athens Transfer Option
Overview
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5 hours
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Join this tour departing daily from Kalambaka's train station to discover Meteora. Explore majestic monasteries, learn the region's history, enjoy panoramic views and taste an authentic Greek lunch.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This Meteora tour was initially tailored for travelers arriving via the convenient train route from Athens. However, at present, the direct train service to Meteora stands temporarily suspended for essential maintenance work. To accommodate those wishing to join us from Athens, we have introduced a convenient roundtrip bus transportation option. When booking your journey, simply select this alternative to embark on a seamless adventure to the captivating Meteora region.
The monasteries of Meteora impose a dress code in order to enter inside. Men must wear long trousers and women must wear long skirts (below the knee) and cover their shoulders. Skirts are also available for purchase/rent at the entrance of the monasteries. A long scarf wrapped around the waist is also sufficient to enter the monasteries
The monasteries of Meteora only accept cash for the entrance fees (€5 per person/monastery) which are not included in the price of this tour
If you wish to use our free audio guides in Spanish, French or Italian, please be sure to bring your smartphone and earphones with you.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Kalambaka
Embark on an extraordinary Meteora mid-day tour departing daily from Kalambaka's Train Station at 12:30. If you have your own vehicle you will find a convenient free parking lot there. Alternatively, if you wish to travel from Athens we can also provide roundtrip bus transportation by selecting the specific option on checkout (the direct train route is currently unavailable due to maintenance work). Your journey starts by meeting our guide (holding a signboard with your name) and boarding our private, air-conditioned bus. First stop will be at a traditional local restaurant in the charming town of Kalambaka (exclusive to this tour), where you'll enjoy a delightful, traditional Greek lunch (if tour option is selected). Your meal includes a fresh salad, a choice of main dishes (with multiple options to cater to your preferences), freshly baked bread, and refreshing water. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available.
Meteora
Then, prepare for an unforgettable adventure through this natural wonder called Meteora. During this guided tour, you'll be able to see all the majestic monasteries of Meteora and even step inside three of them to explore their captivating interiors. Also, discover the hidden treasures of Meteora, including the ancient hermit caves, the Chapel of Doupiani, and the magnificent St. George Mandilas cave. Immerse yourself in the rich history and intriguing myths of Meteora, as you hear detailed explanations and fascinating stories directly from our English-speaking local guide. If English isn’t your primary language, don’t worry! We also offer free audio guides in Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese and Korean. And of course, don't forget to capture breathtaking moments with your camera for lasting memories. The tour concludes at approximately 18:00.
What‘s Included
WiFi and USB chargers on board
Free audio guides in Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese and Korean
Greek Lunch at a local restaurant (if tour option is selected)
Roundtrip Athens to Meteora transportation (if option selected)
Panoramic photo stops
Local, English-speaking tour guide
Visit 3 monasteries and see all of them
Transportation by air-conditioned bus
Pickup and drop-off from Kalambaka's train station
Bottle of water
Entrance Fee of Each Meteora Monastery
Guided tour inside the monasteries
Options
Tour From Athens with Lunch
Select this option for an extraordinary Meteora Tour with Greek Lunch, including Roundtrip Bus Transportation from Athens.
Duration: 14 hours
Starting point:
Stathmos Larisis, Athina 104 39, Greece
Tour From Meteora with Lunch
Select this option for an extraordinary Meteora Tour with Greek Lunch, starting from Kalambaka Train Station.
Duration: 5 hours
Starting point:
Sidirodromikos Stathmos Kalampakas, Kalabaka 422 00, Greece
Tour From Athens without Lunch
Select this option for an extraordinary Meteora Tour (without lunch), including Roundtrip Bus Transportation from Athens.
Duration: 14 hours
Starting point:
Stathmos Larisis, Athina 104 39, Greece
Reviews
65 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Super long day but worth...
Kelly H,,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Super long day but worth it! Our guide was wonderful - welcoming and filled with so much knowledge of the area. We rode a large charter bus to Meteora and then we were transferred to a smaller van with fewer people for our tour. Lunch was very nice in a quaint restaurant in town.
The best tour I have ever taken
724bojanv,,Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I never did such a long tour and did not know what to expect, but not a single minute I was bored, Maria was one of the best guides I have ever met and the sceneries were breathtaking! Also, Ilias the driver did an amazing job. Thank you so much!
A very full day of...
Lilly B,,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A very full day of interesting monasteries, pretty views and adventure. Nicholas was very friendly and fun.
Great trip
Cathy W,,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The transport was very comfortable, the morning coffee stop was good and the included lunch was excellent. Our guide was very friendly and informative.
A well organised tour
vivekpbhandari,,Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Punctual and well timed, balanced to squeeze in as mush as possible in a day. Loads of info in a fun way (thanks Maria) and great value for money. Good driver (Ilias) who was safe and careful. Highly recommended as a tour and company.
Long day but who...
mariefrancelanglois,,Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Long day but well worth it! The landscapes and monasteries are exceptional!!! Our guide made the experience even more profitable.
Stairways to heaven in Meteora.
Donna W,,Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The bus from Athens was easy to find among the other buses as George, our driver had a list in large type with everyone’s names. The bus was comfortable with WiFi and charging ports. The ride was long but we stopped half through for a snack and a break. We met our guide Maria in town. The lunch buffet was great. We had plenty of time at each Monastery, we toured 3, although the first one was large and filled with students so we could have spent a little more time looking around. Maria gave us lots of interesting and historical information about the area and each Monastery. She answered many questions and was friendly and personable. Be ready for gorgeous views, interesting history and a lot of steps and walking. It was an unforgettable day and a wonderful way to see a unique part of Greece. Well worth the price which was less than a two hour tour of the Acropolis. The trip lasted 14 hours from pick up to drop off but there were opportunities for snacks and bathroom breaks through out the day. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone who is able to do a lot of walking (although you could stay at the base of any of the sites and the views are still amazing) and is not afraid of heights.
Fantastic tour & guide
Stephanie B,,Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A fantastic tour with a great guide and bus driver. I loved seeing the best monasteries in Meteora with a transfer back to Athens (trains & buses can be very unreliable in Greece). Highly recommend using this tour.
Wonderful tour in an amazing location!
dpiethe,,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Maria was a fantastic guide, funny, entertaining and gave us enough history and information on present-day operations so that we felt the tour was very worthwhile. The monasteries and Meteora, it goes without saying, were amazing. We had many photo opportunities. The pace was just right and even though we were among crowds of tourists, we managed to visit the 3 monasteries with no problems. We were very lucky that the weather cooperated. My husband and I highly recommend this tour. An excellent value and a once in a lifetime experience!
Friendly guides but do Meteora a different way
Alexander D,,Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00If you want to see Meteora monasteries, I would not recommend this tour from Athens. Firstly, the tour pickup from Athens via bus is a mess - they give you a meeting spot where 5 other Meteora busses also leave from who all say they are Meteora tours. You have to find your bus with the drivers directly, there are no tour company representatives in Athens. We were told to meet at 7:45am but then had to sit on the bus until 8:15am before departing. Once we got going, we stopped at a road side rest house where all the Meteora tours stop - this is the biggest tourist trap, overpriced rubbish. After this unneeded stop, you have another 2 hours to Meteora. When you arrive there, they take you to lunch. This lunch was horrible, you line up to get your food from a glass display with precooked options that were all terrible (and they don’t give you bottled water, only tap). There looked to be other good food options in the town, so avoid this. Then you get on a different, smaller bus to meet your tour guide for the first time (at 1:30pm). You visit 3 monasteries and stop for multiple photo stops until departing for Athens around 6pm. The tour guide (Maria) was extremely friendly and did a great job on commentary. You get too long at each Monastery though, we ended up waiting to get back on the bus for 10-15min at each stop. On the way home, back to the tourist trap rest stop and arrive in Athens at 10:25pm. Overall, it’s a very long day and not worth it in my opinion - but the tour guides are great!
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