Why choose this Thessaloniki tour ?
Discover Meteora with this extraordinary day trip from Thessaloniki. Explore majestic monasteries, view ancient hermit caves, learn the local history and enjoy panoramic views.
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What makes Thessaloniki: Full-Day Meteora Monasteries Tour a unique experience ?
Embark on an extraordinary day trip from Thessaloniki to the Unesco World Heritage Site of Meteora. Explore centuries-old monasteries, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views and uncover hidden gems of Meteora that most travelers won’t know about.
Your journey starts as you board the bus departing from Thessaloniki to Trikala at 09:30. Sit back and enjoy a scenic bus ride through the enchanting countryside, offering picturesque glimpses of mainland Greece. At 12:20 the bus will reach the bus station of Trikala where you should switch busses and catch the one departing to Kalambaka (Meteora) at 12:30.
At 13:30, you’ll arrive at Meteora, where our friendly local tour guide will await you to begin 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, you’ll discover the hidden treasures of Meteora, including the ancient hermit caves 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. If English isn’t your primary language, don’t worry! We also offer free audio guides in Spanish, French, and Italian.
Throughout the journey, also take advantage of our multiple panoramic stops to capture stunning moments with your camera, creating lasting memories of this breathtaking tour.
The Monastery of Great Meteoron or Transfiguration of Christ, expresses the greatness and history of the Holy Meteora, as it is the oldest and most important monastery.
The Monastery of the Holy Trinity is the third oldest monastery in Meteora and is the most difficult to reach, since the visitor has to cross a downhill path and then ascend 145 steps carved into the rock. It is said that at the time when the monks used a rope ladder and a net, they spent 70 years to carry the materials and build the monastery!
The Monastery of Saint Stephen’s is located just above the city of Kalampaka and is the most accessible monastery in Meteora, as there are no steps to reach the entrance and the access is easy through a small stone bridge.
The Varlaam Monastery or Monastery of All the Saints is located on an imposing rock exactly opposite of the Great Meteoron and it is the second largest monastery.
The Monastery of Saint Nicholas of Anapafsas is literally suspended in air on a small rock and is the first monastery that we meet on our way from Kastraki village to the stone forest of Holy Meteora.
The Roussanou Monastery, also known as Arsani, stands on top of an impressive vertical and steep cliff of Meteora, between the Monasteries of Saint Nicholas Anapafsas and Varlaam.
After the tour, enjoy approximately one hour of free time in the charming town of Kalambaka to explore its numerous restaurants, cafes, and local shops. Relax under the breathtaking Meteora formations or take a short walk to the heart of this small picturesque town.
At 19:15, catch the bus departing from Kalambaka to Trikala. At 19:50 the bus will reach the bus station of Trikala where you should switch busses and catch the one departing to Thessaloniki at 20:00. Arrive at Thessaloniki at 22:30.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Thessaloniki: Full-Day Meteora Monasteries Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Roundtrip bus tickets from Thessaloniki to Meteora
- Stops to see all Meteora monasteries and free time to visit three of them
- Guided Meteora tour with English-speaking guide
- Free Audio guides in Spanish, French and Italian
- Panoramic photo stops
- Air-conditioned bus
- Free time in the picturesque town of Kalambaka
- Bottle of water
Not Included
- Transfer to/from Thessaloniki’s bus station
- Entrance fees of each monastery (3 euros per person)
- Guided tour inside the monasteries (available upon request)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Meteora Trip.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Athens.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4 Stars based on 4 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Your bus tickets and directions will be sent to you via email 24 hours prior your travel date. Please also check your spam folder.
• The bus route have approximately 50 available seats each day. In case they all sell out we will provide train/bus transportaion instead, upon your approval.
