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2 Days Rail Tour from Athens to Meteora and Delphi
Departure: from Athens
Tour Highlights
- Admire the world famous Meteora & the archeological site of Delphi
- Join the Meteora Sunset Tour
- Discover the hidden monasteries, the hermit caves and see breathtaking vistas
- Excellent views between Athens and Meteora
- Accommodation at top-rated hotels
Useful Information
- Duration: 2 days
- Max People: 16
- Availability: Daily Departures
- Dresscode applied
Why to book the 2 Days Rail Tour from Athens to Meteora and Delphi with us
- Small size groups
- Quality & value for your money
- Local expertise and 24/7 help and assistance during your trip
- You will learn about the culture and history of the place on a deeper level from a local’s perspective.
- Save time and effort! Organizing your own holiday can be a stressful task. Let us do the work for you!
- Daily departures depart any day you want, 365 days a year
Inclusions
- 1 night accommodation at a 3-star or 4-star hotel with breakfast in Meteora
- Train tickets from Athens to Meteora
- Train tickets from Meteora to Levadia and taxi from Levadia to Delphi
- Bus tickets from Delphi to Athens
- Pick-up and drop off from Kalampaka train station to your hotel
- Taxes and service fee
- Optional: Audio guide in Delphi
- First class train tickets upon request
Not inclusions
- Transfer to the Athens railway station/from bus station
- Gratuities (optional)
- Lunch and Dinner
- Entrance fees to the monasteries and the archeological site of Delphi
- Guide in Delphi archeological site
- Personal travel insurance
Book with confidence
- 100% refund if you cancel your reservation up to 48 hours prior to the start time of the tour
- Rearrange your dates once with no change fee
- COVID-19 safety measures apply
ATTRACTIONS
Just a few of the beautiful sights you’ll see during your tour
ACCOMMODATION
COMFORT PLUS
Standard rooms in good quality and comfortable three-star hotels. Accommodation options in this category are top boutique hotels or guesthouses, typically with a restaurant or bar on-site. Rooms with private facilities and breakfast included.
SUPERIOR
Standard rooms in four-star hotels or in Superior rooms in premium three-star boutique hotels. Accommodation options in this category are premium hotels, with a restaurant and bar on-site. Rooms with private facilities and breakfast included.
Tour Details
Use public transportation, a combination of train, bus and taxi to reach those 2 Greek mainland destinations from Athens and back in the most efficient way, without resorting to endless searches on train or bus schedules. Seize the chance and join this 2 Days Rail Tour from Athens to Meteora and Delphi to enjoy spectacular views of unique landscapes, join the Sunset tour, visit monuments of great historical importance and save money and time. The train tickets are all issued on 2nd class seats as standard. If you wish to upgrade them to 1st class seats you may choose to add to your basket the 1st class seats upgrade add-on that will pop-up on your screen before you complete the booking! For more details on this tour, check the above section, and read about the tour itinerary, see photos and videos or read the FAQ!
If you wish to modify this tour according to your own needs, like adding an extra overnight, feel free to contact us!
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel your reservation up to 48 hours prior to the start time of the tour
- Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
Itinerary
Day 1, Athens to Meteora and Sunset Tour
Catch the morning train to Kalambaka at 07:52 am from Athens 'Larissis' Railway Station. Upon your arrival in Kalambaka, at around 12:03 am, our English speaking driver will be waiting for you at the train station holding a signboard with your name on it to transfer you to your hotel. Late afternoon the VIP minibus will pick you up from the hotel to join our 'Meteora Sunset Tour'. Admire breathtaking views of Meteora and discover the hidden gems of this place in one of the best tours of Mainland Greece.
Day 2, Meteora to Delphi and Athens
Next morning, a taxi will pick up from the hotel to take you to the train station. At 09:30 the train departs and arrives at Levadia at around 11:41, where a taxi will pick you up and take you to Delphi. There, you can spend many hours exploring the ancient oracle, the museum, and the small town. At 16:00 you’ll take the bus back to Athens. It takes around 3 hours to reach the capital of Greece from Delphi.
Departure and return point
Frequently Asked Questions About This Tour
No. On our train tours, you will board the train from Athens or Thessaloniki on your own, using the tickets we will send you via email. Our guide will meet you at Kalabaka train station after your train arrives at Meteora. He will be holding a signboard with your name written on it in the parking lot of Kalabaka train station.
We will send you the train tickets via email approximately one month before your trip date.
There is an off-chance that a train inspector might give you a hard time if you present them with an electronic version of your tickets. This is why we recommend you to print them.
Please be at the station at least 30 minutes before the departure in order to have plenty of time to find your coach and seats. The stewards there will assist you.
Yes, there is a cafeteria-coach inside every train, where you can buy snacks and refreshments.
Yes, first class seats are more comfortable and quieter. They are almost always arranged in a 6-seat-rooms, offering a higher amount of privacy and the first class coach is located next to the cafeteria, offering fast access there.
No, you will have free time to explore the site and museum of Delphi on your own. If you absolutely want a guide, contact us and we will arrange one for you.
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