Duration
4 hr
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Guided tour
4.4/5
(41)
Clara
Jul 2025Verified booking
4/5
Having Kate as our guide was fantastic. She answered every question and kept the tour engaging. We had done another tour the day before, but this one felt completely different and just as amazing. Already telling friends to book it!
Ahmed
Aug 2025Verified booking
5/5
Our guide had a great personality and really knew the history of the monasteries and the region. The small bus made stops for amazing photos, and the driver skillfully handled the winding roads. Door-to-door pickup was a huge plus.
Gabriel
Aug 2025Verified booking
5/5
Kate and the driver were outstanding. She explained things clearly in English, gave us time to enjoy the views, and the scenery itself was unforgettable—even if there were plenty of steps!
- Ditch the crowds and enjoy a more personal Meteora experience with a small-group tour (max 19), complete with hotel pickup, round-trip transfers in a VIP Mercedes minibus, and flexible touring options.
- Choose between a half-day sightseeing tour with access to up to 3 monasteries and in-depth storytelling, or a sunset tour that includes 1 monastery, the Byzantine Church of the Virgin Mary, and ends with a golden-hour photo stop.
- An English-speaking local guide will share tales of monks who hauled themselves up in rope baskets, the secrets of the 1000-year-old Byzantine Church of the Virgin Mary, and how Meteora became a place of refuge during invasions and empires.
- Take in the quiet beauty of Agios Stefanos, with its floral courtyard and active nunnery, or explore the vertical wonder of St. Nicholas Anapausas, famed for its 16th-century frescoes and soul-stirring mountain views.
- Did you know? The tiny chapel inside St. Nicholas Anapausas Monastery was painted in just one month by a single monk-artist, Theophanes the Cretan. His vivid 16th-century frescoes still cover the walls today.
- Entry to three of the most popular monasteries in Meteora
- Panoramic views of all six monasteries in Meteora
- Hotel or station pickup/drop-off from Kalabaka or Kastraki
- English-speaking local guide
- Small-group minibus with Wi-Fi
- Audio guide in 12 languages
- Bottled water
- Monastery entry fees (€3–5 each, cash only)
- Food & drinks
- Guided interior tours (audio only)
- Tips
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Ahmed
Aug, 2025Verified booking
Our guide had a great personality and really knew the history of the monasteries and the region. The small bus made stops for amazing photos, and the driver skillfully handled the winding roads. Door-to-door pickup was a huge plus.
Gabriel
Aug, 2025Verified booking
Kate and the driver were outstanding. She explained things clearly in English, gave us time to enjoy the views, and the scenery itself was unforgettable—even if there were plenty of steps!
Emily
Aug, 2025Verified booking
Everything about this tour was top notch—clear organization, friendly service, great insights from the guide, and unforgettable views. I’d highly recommend it.
Juliette
Aug, 2025Verified booking
The balance of information and sightseeing was excellent. I loved that the bus stopped at special viewpoints and not just the standard tourist spots.
Lucas
Aug, 2025Verified booking
Kate was an exceptional guide—clear, attentive, and personable. She gave us space to enjoy the sites without ever feeling rushed.
What to bring
- Bring some cash for entrance offerings (€3 to €5 per monastery) and any purchases, as credit card facilities may not be available.
- Opt for sturdy shoes with good grip, as paths can be uneven and include many steps.
- Carry water and light snacks, especially during warmer months (June to August).
- Don’t forget to bring your own earphones and a fully charged phone to listen to the audio guides comfortably.
What's not allowed
- While outdoor photography is generally permitted, refrain from taking photos inside churches and of monks or nuns unless explicitly allowed.
- Flying drones is prohibited without special permission due to privacy concerns and wildlife protection.
Accessibility
- Meteora is not wheelchair accessible. All monasteries involve steps or inclined paths.
- If you have mobility constraints, consider visiting monasteries like St. Stephen’s, which has a paved path and minimal stairs.
Additional information
- Your guide will pick you up directly from your accommodation in Kalabaka or Kastraki Village.
- Expect to enter between 2 to 4 monasteries during your visit. Each has a fixed weekly closing day (Great Meteoron is closed on Tuesdays, Varlaam on Fridays), so the exact lineup may vary depending on when you go.
- All monasteries require a €3 to €5 offering per person, payable in cash at the gate.
- Tour guides are not allowed inside the monasteries. To continue exploring while inside, take advantage of the multilingual audio guides.
- Tours use minibuses or local shuttles to transport visitors between sites.
- Basic toilets are available at larger monasteries (Great Meteoron, Varlaam, St. Stephen) and may require a small tip.
- The Meteora monasteries follow a strict dress code. Men must wear long pants; women need long skirts and shoulder coverage. Sleeveless tops and shorts are not allowed.
- Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
- Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Meeting point
- Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.
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