From Thessaloniki: Meteora Monasteries & Caves Full-Day Trip

What to bring

• Footwear: Wear supportive, closed-toe shoes with a solid grip for uneven paths and steps.

• Water and snacks: Carry a refillable water bottle and a light snack, especially from June to August.

• Dress code: Dress modestly. Men must wear long pants; women must cover shoulders and wear skirts below the knee.

What’s not allowed

• Indoor photography: You can take photos outdoors, but do not photograph inside chapels or any monks and nuns without clear permission.

• Drones: Do not use drones without prior authorization, as Meteora is a protected area.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair access: Meteora's terrain is not suitable for wheelchairs, with stairs and sloped paths at every monastery.

• Easier access option: If you have limited mobility, consider St. Stephen’s Monastery, which has a paved path and fewer stairs.

Additional information

• Monastery entry: You will visit up to three monasteries, but the specific ones may vary due to weekly closing days.

• Restrooms: Restrooms are available at larger monasteries like Great Meteoron, Varlaam, and St. Stephen’s, and may require a small tip.

• Guiding inside: Guides are not allowed inside monasteries.

• Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
• Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
• Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.