Meteora Outdoor Activities: “Only by following the footsteps of holy men as far in the past as the 11th century – well away from the milling crowds of tourists – is one able to experience a different aspect of Meteora”.
Book the best outdoor experiences ever and combine amazing tailor-made activities suitable for all ages, in one of the most astonishing landscapes of the world. Have a look below at our detailed list of all outdoor activities that we offer daily around Meteora.
As a destination, Meteora-Greece offers nowadays some of the best outdoor activities one can do in one of the most incredible sceneries in the world!
Don’t miss the chance to enjoy unsurpassed natural grandeur, a rich history, and culture, with a wide range of outdoor activities and soft adventures. Meteora is one of those few world sites where neither words nor pictures are possible to describe the magic and beauty of this place. Discover the caves of the hermits and hike in the footsteps of the first monks to experience the splendor of nature and man.
Leave your car behind and get away from the noisy masses to discover the peace, the quiet, and the beautiful trails in the hidden side of Meteora. Join a Meteora outdoor activity and walk among the giant cliffs in what many describe as a “forest of rock pillars”.
Hanged on the edge of steep cliffs; suspended for centuries between heaven and earth, the 6 active monasteries of Meteora have become today eternal monuments of man’s determination, faith, and skills. Join us on an unforgettable journey through the different ages to discover the heart of Greece and elevate your senses to even greater heights!
That is an incredible combination for outdoor enthusiasts to pass lightly. The Meteora outdoor activities one can engage in here range from beautiful short or longer hikes to soft adventures and rock climbing.
If you are looking for ways to enhance your experience, why not walk along with a local, experienced guide? As most paths remain unmapped and, unfortunately, poorly marked, we wouldn’t like to see visitors discouraged or lost! For that reason, we believe that you should take advantage of our local guides, who will be your enthusiastic leaders and hosts in such ventures. Check out our Meteora outdoor activities and share the adventure with a local guide!
As a destination, Meteora-Greece offers nowadays some of the best outdoor activities one can do in one of the most incredible sceneries in the world!
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We do not deal with big-size group bookings. Our small-size tours guarantee a personalized approach.
Unlike many travel operators dealing with trips and holidays to Meteora, we are actually located here, in Meteora! All the members of our team have an intimate knowledge of this region and can share their first-hand knowledge and experience with you. We are locals ourselves, wishing to share with all visitors the beauty of our homeland! Contact us as soon as you arrive here and let us help you with sorting out any unforeseen issues that may occur.
We have our ‘Best Price Guarantee’ and we have exclusive specials and early-bird booking specials to ensure that booking with Visit Meteora provides you with the best value, anywhere around the world! Our specials are updated regularly on our website so that you can see how much your tour is going to cost immediately!
Many of the tours on our site and all of our trips are unique in Visit Meteora. They have been thoroughly designed by us to ensure that your tour goes smoothly and they are updated regularly to include new accommodation, attractions, and travel ideas that reflect our customer feedback.
Our tours are designed to show you the very best areas and sights, but we’d be happy to alter your tour with extra nights, additional activities, and special diversions to suit your travel wish list. Trust us to design your dream itinerary.
Unexpected weather or events? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Your dedicated travel consultant will rework your itinerary, update your accommodation and re-book activities, all while keeping you safe and informed. We’re contactable 24/7 on our emergency helpline, and only a phone call away.
There is nothing more annoying than taking the time to fill out an inquiry form, or Emailing a travel company and not getting a response for days – and sometimes not at all! It is a great priority for us to get back to all of our clients as quickly as possible.
The opening hours often change from year to year, so beware when relying on information provided in guidebooks or general web sites. We will try to do our best in keeping the timetable of visiting times and days of monasteries up-to-date. Check the opening hours of Meteora monasteries here.
Before we answer this question we have to specify that everything should be taken into account. It depends on how fit you are, the transportation and time available, weather conditions ect. Most people are able to visit between 2 to 4 monasteries per day. The few visitors who visit all 6 of them within one day are missing out a magical, more slow-paced adventure. We recommend at least 2 days stay in Meteora.
Appropriate clothing for everyone is required to enter the monasteries. Sleeveless clothing and shorts over the knee for men are prohibited and you‘ll be denied access if dressed that way. For ladies skirts and shawls are available to borrow or buy at the entrance of monasteries in case they don’t have such clothing to cover themselves.
The Monastery of the Holy Trinity and Great Meteoro are the less accessible (over 300 steps). Rousanou, Varlaam and Saint Nicolaos have an average number of 140. Some of the monasteries apart the staircases requires uphill walking in paved paths. The Holy Monastery of St Stephen is connected with a walking bridge, thus making it more accessible than any other monastery.
In each monastery there is an entrance fee of 3 euro per person. Kids up to 12 years old they don’t pay entrance fees in the monasteries.
There are many reasons not to want to drive while exploring Meteora — like if you’re not confident driving on the opposite side of the road, your spouse is a terrible copilot and you just want to have fun instead of arguing; or if you want to enjoy the scenic road and not to feel stress about the narrow and curvy roads. Lack of parking space outside the monasteries is especially frequent phenomenon during the pick period in the summer. So by joining one of our tours might save you a lot of headaches and unwanted distractions.
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