Meteora Monasteries & Hermit Caves Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore UNESCO World Heritage Meteora Monasteries
- Marvel at towering rock formations
- Discover ancient hermit caves
- Enjoy scenic Greek countryside views
- Learn about monastic history and culture
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Athens
- Guided tour of Meteora Monasteries
- Visit to ancient hermit caves
- Meals and beverages
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for weather conditions.
- Photography is allowed in most areas; however, be respectful of local customs and restrictions.
- Please inform the tour operator of any dietary restrictions or special requirements in advance.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen for sun protection.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- Infants (ages 3 and under) are free
- To enter the monasteries, appropriate clothing is required. Women should not wear short skirts and must have long sleeves. Men are not allowed to wear shorts.
- Amendments are serviced based on the availability
- The tour requires customers to climb stairs upon their approach to the monasteries. If someone finds climbing stairs challenging, it is possible to wait at the parking area where some benches are.
- Customers do not need to buy the monasteries tickets ahead of time. They pay in cash on the spot.
- The bus that will drive the customers to Kalambaka is only for the travel group.
Traveler reviews
We had a great time and...
We had a great time and it’s quite a crowded tour but we managed to be on time. Loved the Byzantine art and the views are spectacular. The drive up and back is long so we had prepared some things to do while on the travel bus.
Dimitri is 5 stars, Meteora 5 stars, Organizer 0 stars!
Our tourist guide in Meteora is 5 stars, the only reason why i’m giving 1 star is because the Viator app and email received the before clearly states that we will be picked up and dropped off at Key Tours but they sent a message same morning that pick up at different time and location so we ended taking a taxi and last persons to board. Clearly they need to communicate and change those information with Viator app and because not all travelers will read their text in Whatsapp last minute. We booked our hotel next to Key Tours because that was the pick up and drop off when we booked it but ended up on a different location that was never mentioned in the app and on the email received the night before.
Wonderful
Driver has a very impressive driving skills. The guide was very knowledgeable and helpful. Great experience!
Tour guide was amazing. ...
Tour guide was amazing. Maria is a rockstar. Dinged it a star because it was not an 8-course Greek lunch. It was one main and a salad. This tour is loooooong. Be prepared, we did not get back to the meeting point until just after 10 pm. Other than that, the bus was clean and the monasteries are amazing.
Apprehension is an illusion
Well, I am the world's worst for long journeys but it didn't feel like that at all. Comfy coach. Great roads. Regular stops. No kids. Turned out perfect by luck or design. Then the locations just opened up and you think even if it was a 20h round trip I'd do it again.