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This tour gives individual travelers the chance to visit 2 of the most important sites of mainland Greece, Meteora and Delphi, hustle-free!
Unwind and discover the wonders of Meteora and Delphi, at a leisurely pace during this 4-day tour. Marvel at Meteora’s enchanting sunset and choose between a half-day tour or a scenic hike on the second day. On the evening of your second day in Meteora, immerse yourself in an optional activity of your choice. Delight in the freedom to explore at your leisure while savoring the beauty and history of these iconic Greek destinations.
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4 Days Rail Tour from Athens to Meteora and Delphi


Departure: from Athens
Tour Highlights
- Accommodation at top-rated hotels
- Marvel at the breathtaking sunset in Meteora, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its unique rock formations and ancient monasteries.
- Choose your adventure: Opt for a half-day tour or a scenic hiking tour to explore the wonders of Meteora from different perspectives.
- Swiftly transfer to Delphi in a comfortable car or bus, saving valuable time for your exploration.
- Wander through the Delphi archaeological site, a UNESCO-listed treasure featuring the iconic Temple of Apollo, the Athenian Treasury, and the Theater of Delphi.
- Enjoy a two-night stay at Meteora and 1 night at Delphi at a top-rated 3-star hotel with breakfast, ensuring a pleasant and relaxing stay throughout the tour.
Useful Information
- Duration: 4 days
- Max People: 16
- Availability: Daily Departures
- Dresscode applied
Why to book the 4 Days Rail Tour from Athens to Meteora and Delphi with us
- Small size groups, excellent reviews!
- Quality & value for your money
- Daily departures depart any day you want, 365 days a year
- Save time and effort! Organizing your own holiday can be a stressful task. Let us do the work for you!
- Local expertise and 24/7 help and assistance during your trip.
- By booking a train tour through Visit Meteora you are free to travel at your own pace
Inclusions
- Train tickets from Athens to Meteora
- Pick-up and drop off from Kalampaka train station to your hotel
- Meteora small size Sunset tour
- 3 nights accommodation at a 3-star or 4-star hotel with breakfast in Meteora and Delphi
- Hiking tour or Half day small size tour
- Express shuttle transfer driver at 9:00 AM to travel to Delphi
- Bus tickets from Delphi to Athens
- 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
Seize the chance and join this tour to enjoy spectacular views of unique landscapes, visit monuments of great historical importance, join 2 top-rated tours in Meteora 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!
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 08:28 am from Athens 'Larissis' Railway Station. Upon your arrival in Kalambaka, at around 12:49pm, 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, Morning tour and free afternoon
For the next morning you may choose the activity you wish to do: the 'Half-Day morning Tour of Meteora' to see the main attractions, the monasteries of Meteora with a VIP minibus or the 'Hiking Tour of Meteora'. Experience amazing sceneries and visit monuments of the Byzantine period, the monasteries of Meteora. After this morning tour, at around 13:00 pm, the bus will drop you back to your hotel. The evening is free for you to explore the area on your own.
Day 3, Meteora to Delphi
Next morning, at 9:00 AM, meet your express shuttle transfer driver at the hotel. Travel by car or bus towards Delphi, which will take approximately 3 hours.,There, you will be able to check in your hotel and spend the rest of the day exploring the ancient oracle, the museum, and the small town.
Day 4, Morning bus to Athens
After a nice breakfast at your hotel, you will get the 11:00 am bus from Delphi to Athens. It takes around 3 hours to reach the capital of Greece from Delphi.
Departure point
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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