No specialized gear is needed. Just wear sturdy walking or hiking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and bring a bottle of water. Trekking poles are optional and can be provided upon request.
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This 3-hours afternoon hiking tour will guide you to discover Meteora’s hidden hermit caves. Follow the ancient winding trail above the village of Kastraki to climb the rock pillar of Aghio Pnevma (Holy Spirit). Join this amazing hiking experience in the afternoon and enjoy breathtaking views and stories!
Private 3-hour afternoon hiking tour above Kastraki village in Meteora, Greece
Explore hidden hermit caves on the rock of Aghio Pnevma (Holy Spirit)
Walk the ancient trail used by early hermit-monks of Meteora
Enjoy breathtaking sunset views over the Meteora rock formations
Small group (max 12) with an English-speaking local mountain guide
Intermediate difficulty hike — fit for adventurous travellers (age 7+ with supervision)
Visit the cave-chapel of the first hermit monk and the “monk’s prison” cave
Includes water, taxes & service fees. Free cancellation up to 24 h prior
Immerse yourself in the wild beauty and rich history of Meteora Greece on this private afternoon hiking tour that takes you beyond the monasteries and into the secret world of hermit caves and hidden trails. Starting from the village of Kastraki, your local mountain guide will lead you up the rock pillar known as Aghio Pnevma (Holy Spirit), traversing ancient winding paths once trodden by 10th-century hermit-monks. You’ll explore the cave-chapel built by the first hermit monk, wander through the “monks’ prison” cave, and soak in sweeping views across the Meteora rock formations and valley below.
This is an intermediate hike designed for active travellers, offering a unique blend of nature, adventure and spirituality away from the crowds. With a small group size (max 12), an English-speaking guide and sunset views as your reward, you’ll ascend to vantage points most visitors never reach. The tour includes bottled water and all service fees — you just bring your hiking shoes, sun protection and camera. Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior gives you flexibility. Rediscover Meteora through its hidden side and depart with memories of awe-inspiring scenery, ancient stories and the satisfaction of an intimate hike high above the valley floor.
This tour requires a good fitness level.
Difficulty level: Intermediate.
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Just a few of the beautiful sights you’ll see during your tour
No specialized gear is needed. Just wear sturdy walking or hiking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and bring a bottle of water. Trekking poles are optional and can be provided upon request.
In case of bad weather the tour will be cancelled and you will get a full refund.
This three-hour guided hiking tour from Kastraki includes visits to ancient hermit caves, the 10th-century Holy Spirit chapel, the monks’ prison cave, the cave of St. George, and panoramic sunset views from the top of Aghio Pnevma Rock. A knowledgeable English-speaking mountain guide and a 0.5 L bottle of water are also included. Pick-up and drop-off services are not included.
From Feb 24 to March 25: 3:00 pm
From March 26 to April 15: 3:30 pm
From April 16 to April 30: 4:00 pm
From May 1 to August 23: 4:30 pm
From August 24 to September 11: 4:00 pm
From September 12 to October 26: 3:00 pm
You can make a booking with us literally at the last minute! Just keep in mind that there may be no seats left on the tour if you do that! We recommend booking at least one week in advance, in order to have the best chances of finding availability.
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Valid on selected tours, trips, and activities scheduled to depart between 1 January 2026 and 31 December 2026. The offer does not apply to bookings with start dates from 1 April 2026 to 12 April 2026. Availability is limited and subject to change without notice.