Half-Day Morning Tour: Explore 3 monasteries inside the monasteries by VIP minibus with a guide.
Hiking Tour: Walk through the stunning rock formations, visit 1 monasteries and the hidden Gems.
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Explore Meteora’s wonders stress-free – book your 3-Day Meteora Tour from Athens!
Embark on a breathtaking 3-day journey to Meteora from Athens! Witness the stunning Meteora Sunset, explore ancient monasteries, hike among towering rock formations, and uncover hidden hermit caves. Enjoy a seamless and scenic transfer by bus while soaking in the beauty of the Greek countryside.
Starting location: St. Larissis
Depart promptly at 8:00 am from Athens’ Larissis train station.
Bus (4.25 hours)
You’ll be transported through the picturesque Greek countryside.
Kalampaka Check-in
Arriving at your destination, Kalambaka, at approximately 12:45 pm. Check-in at your hotel.
Sunset Tour (4 hours)
Accompanied by our knowledgeable local guide, you’ll be whisked away in a VIP minibus to witness the best viewpoints that showcase the majestic rock formations of Meteora.
Day 2 Tour (4 hours)
Choose between the Meteora Hiking Tour and the Meteora Half-day Tour for the second day’s tour.
Day 3
You’ll have a half-day free to explore on your own or to join one of our optional tours before heading back to Athens.
The Trip Back (4.25 hours)
You’ll be transported back to Kalambaka train station in time to catch the 6.00 pm bus back to Athens.
Arrive back at: St. Larissis
The bus will be back in Athens at 11:00 pm.
Embark on an unforgettable 3-day journey to Meteora from Athens, where breathtaking landscapes, centuries-old monasteries, and rich history await. Travel comfortably through the Greek countryside by air-conditioned bus, ensuring a smooth and scenic ride to Kalambaka.
Day 1: Begin your adventure with a relaxing morning bus ride from Athens to Kalambaka, taking in the stunning countryside views along the way. Upon arrival in Kalambaka, check in to your hotel and prepare for an awe-inspiring Meteora Sunset Tour. A VIP minibus will pick you up from your hotel to take you to the best panoramic viewpoints, hidden hermit caves, and lesser-known gems of Meteora. As the sun sets, watch the sky transform into a canvas of colors over the rock formations—a truly magical experience.
Day 2: Choose how you’d like to explore Meteora!
After your morning adventure, return to your hotel and enjoy a free evening to explore Kalambaka or the nearby village of Kastraki at your own pace.
Day 3: Spend the morning at your leisure, taking time to soak in the beauty of Meteora before boarding the evening bus back to Athens.
This 3-day tour offers the perfect balance of guided exploration and free time, allowing you to fully experience the awe-inspiring wonder of Meteora in a stress-free and immersive way.
No Hotel Option
Book your own hotel and let us handle the rest.
From 125€
Budget Option
Standard rooms in good quality and comfortable three-star hotels.
From 243€
Premium Option
Premium rooms in top quality and comfortable three-star hotels or guesthouses.
From 265€
Executive Option
Standard rooms in four-star hotels or in Superior rooms in premium three-star boutique hotels.
From 290€
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Half-Day Morning Tour: Explore 3 monasteries inside the monasteries by VIP minibus with a guide.
Hiking Tour: Walk through the stunning rock formations, visit 1 monasteries and the hidden Gems.
You’ll stay in carefully selected hotels in Kalambaka or Kastraki, with views of the Meteora rocks. Options range from 3-star to 4-star hotels with breakfast included. Room upgrades are available upon request.
You’ll typically visit between 2 and 5 of Meteora’s famous monasteries during your stay. The itinerary is designed to offer a great balance of sightseeing, free time, and cultural experiences.
Yes! You can request extra nights, upgraded accommodation, or combine this tour with other destinations like Delphi or Thessaloniki. Our team will be happy to help tailor the trip to your needs.
This tour includes round-trip trensfers by bus from Athens to Kalambaka, (optional) two nights of hotel accommodation with breakfast, guided tours to the Meteora monasteries, and arrival/diparture transfers from/to your hotel. Monastery entrance fees and meals are not included unless specified.
Yes! We offer a free smart multilingual audio guide that enhances your experience by providing insights into the monasteries and 15 additional points of interest.
The audio guide is available in the following languages:
English | Spanish | French | German | Italian | Portuguese | Russian | Polish | Korean | Chinese | Japanese
No, but the bus will make a stop mid-way, where you can use the facilities and buy snacks.
The tour is designed to accommodate travelers of all ages. However, please note that visiting the monasteries involves climbing stairs and walking on uneven terrain.
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.
Please arrive at the station by 7:45 AM, at least 15 minutes before departure at 8:00 AM, to allow enough time to locate the bus.
The meeting point is on
Deligianni Street, just across from Everest Café at Larissis Train Station. Click here for the exact location.
No, a printed ticket is not required. Simply provide your name or show your booking voucher on your phone when boarding the bus.
Return departs Kalambaka at 18:00, arriving back in Athens around 22:30—a full and rewarding day.
All our bus tours run regardless of weather. If we are forced to cancel an activity because of extreme weather conditions, you have the option to change date or switch activity or cancel and receive a refund.
In each monastery there is an entrance fee of 5€ per person. Kids up to 12 years old they don’t pay entrance fees in the monasteries.
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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.