Guided Tours

From Athens: Meteora Monasteries & Caves Full-Day Trip

4.7/5(711)

Esko V

Couple

Verified booking

6 days ago

The bus and trip went extremely smoothly from the beginning. This was probably my favorite day in Greece. I would recommend the lunch as we got a plentiful lunch which you could choose from 12 different options on top of a greek salad and water. The guide Freideriki was very joyful and genuinely interested in providing insight about each site on top of the audio guide. The only negative thing is that they advertise entry to ANY 2 open monasteries, however in actuality the guide chooses the 2 monasteries you will all collectively visit so if you want to go to a specific one, I would not book this trip. However in our case they 2 monasteries were very nice either way and I'm sure all 6 are.

Andres B

Group

Verified booking

5 days ago

This tour is well worth taking, 100% recommended. The monasteries are each works of art, with impressive peace, spirituality, and mysticism, surrounded by incredible landscapes. The buses are very comfortable, and the scenery along the road is beautiful. Well organized.

Alexandra N

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

The tour guiide and bus driver where so much fun, great storytellers and genuinely cared about our experience all day long. It was a very long day, but well worth the travel and destination.

Larebiere M

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

The trip is a bit long, but it's really worth the journey. Thank you EVA for the explanations, as well as the drivers for their safe and relaxing driving.

Kenza B

Couple

Verified booking

6 days ago

The place is incredible, it is really worth visiting. The guide was very interesting and friendly, and the bus was comfortable and well-equipped! As for lunch, don't expect anything extraordinary, but it was decent.

Mirela B

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

Everything about this trip was absolutely extraordinary! The scenery was breathtaking, with views that truly left us speechless. The monasteries of Meteora, seemingly suspended between heaven and earth, are something you can hardly imagine exists until you see them with your own eyes. There is such a special, peaceful, and positive energy surrounding this place. Meteora is not just beautiful ,it is magical and unforgettable. It was truly one of the most amazing experiences of our trip, and I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Greece. ❤️🇬🇷

Travel from Athens to Meteora by luxury coach, enjoying a comfortable journey through the Thessalian countryside without worrying about planning or transport.

An expert English- or Spanish-speaking guide leads the experience, while a multilingual audio guide helps you discover the history and traditions of Meteora inside the monasteries.

Visit three or four active monasteries (depending on the day's schedule) and explore the Hermit Caves of Badovas, where the region's earliest monks lived in isolation.

Stop at panoramic viewpoints overlooking all six cliff-top monasteries, with plenty of opportunities to capture Meteora's dramatic rock formations and landscapes.

Upgrade your experience with a traditional lunch in Kastraki, featuring regional specialties such as moussaka and baklava.

Round-trip, luxury coach transfers to and from Athens (with free Wi-Fi, USB chargers, and air-conditioned facilities)

Meteora tour with panoramic views of all 6 monasteries

Entry to 3 to 4 monasteries (subject to the day’s schedule, as some monasteries are closed on specific weekdays)

Entry to the Hermit Caves of Badovas (as per option selected)

English-speaking driver

Expert English or Spanish-speaking tour guide (as per on option selected)

Smart audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Korean, Chinese, and Japanese

Traditional Greek lunch at Kastraki Village (as per on option selected)

Bottled mineral water

Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in Athens

Entrance fee to the sites (€5 per monastery)

A small offering of €3 to €5 per monastery

Guide inside the monasteries (multilingual audio guides available)

Tips for the guide

TOTAL DURATION13 hours 30 minutes - 14 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
Timeline
Map
Start point
Larissa Station
Get direction
5 hr by a/c bus
335.6 km
1. Kalabaka
Free Admission
15 min
Around 12:30pm, arrive in the charming town of Kalabaka, nestled at the base of the Meteora rock formations. Meet your local guide here and start your day in Meteora.
31 min by a/c bus
2.1 km
2. Kastraki Village
Tickets included (based on selection)
1 hr
11 min by a/c bus
4.7 km
3. Meteora
Tickets included
3 hr 20 min
6 attractions
46 min
6.2 km
4. The Hermit Caves of Badovas
Tickets included
1 hr
6 min by a/c bus
2.5 km
5. Kalabaka
Free Admission
30 min
3 hr 40 min by a/c bus
340 km
End point
Larissa Station
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Esko V
Couple
Verified booking
6 days ago
The bus and trip went extremely smoothly from the beginning. This was probably my favorite day in Greece. I would recommend the lunch as we got a plentiful lunch which you could choose from 12 different options on top of a greek salad and water. The guide Freideriki was very joyful and genuinely interested in providing insight about each site on top of the audio guide. The only negative thing is that they advertise entry to ANY 2 open monasteries, however in actuality the guide chooses the 2 monasteries you will all collectively visit so if you want to go to a specific one, I would not book this trip. However in our case they 2 monasteries were very nice either way and I'm sure all 6 are.
Andres B
Group
Verified booking
5 days ago
This tour is well worth taking, 100% recommended. The monasteries are each works of art, with impressive peace, spirituality, and mysticism, surrounded by incredible landscapes. The buses are very comfortable, and the scenery along the road is beautiful. Well organized.
Kenza B
Couple
Verified booking
6 days ago
The place is incredible, it is really worth visiting. The guide was very interesting and friendly, and the bus was comfortable and well-equipped! As for lunch, don't expect anything extraordinary, but it was decent.
Francesca C
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Clearly a well-established tour. The place is worth seeing, the bus was standard, and the driver's driving was safe and smooth. Good lunch. Friendly guide. I would have only preferred if the guide had accompanied us into the monasteries to tell us more about them.
Alexandra N
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The tour guiide and bus driver where so much fun, great storytellers and genuinely cared about our experience all day long. It was a very long day, but well worth the travel and destination.

What to bring

Smartphone and earphones: Required to use the multilingual audio guide inside the monasteries.

Comfortable clothing and footwear: Wear closed-toe shoes with good grip for uneven paths and stairs. Men must wear long trousers, while women must wear long skirts and cover their shoulders to enter the monasteries.

Water and light snacks: Recommended, especially during the warmer months.

What's not allowed

Photography restrictions: Photography is not permitted inside churches or of monks and nuns.

Drones: Flying drones is prohibited without special permission.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible: Most monasteries involve stairs or inclined paths. If you have limited mobility, St. Stephen's Monastery offers the easiest access with a paved path and minimal steps.

Additional information

Facilities: Toilets are available at larger monasteries, including Great Meteoron, Varlaam, and St. Stephen's, and may require a small tip.

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.