👋 Dear Guest, Welcome On Board!
We’re excited to have you with us on this unforgettable journey from Athens to Meteora, one of the most breathtaking destinations in Greece.
This part of your journey (Athens to Kalampaka and back) is without a tour guide, but rest assured:
🎙️ Your professional, English-speaking local guide will be waiting for you as soon as you arrive in Kalampaka!
Below you’ll find all the useful info for your tour — from what to expect, where to eat, and how to get the most out of your visit!
🧭 Itinerary at a Glance
- 08:00 – Departure from Athens (Larissis Train Station)
- 10:00 – Rest stop (25 min – restrooms, snacks, coffee)
- 12:30 – Arrival in Kalampaka
- 13:00 – Lunch at Efrosino (Kastraki Village)
- 13:30 – 17:45 – Guided Meteora Tour
- Visit all 6 monasteries, enter 3, plus hermit caves & photo stops
- 17:45 – 18:00 – Restroom break in Kalampaka
- 18:00 – Departure back to Athens
- 22:30 – Arrival in Athens
🧼 Onboard Comfort Tips
- A bottle of mineral water will be provided before the guided tour begins
- Feel free to buy coffee or snacks during the 10:00 stop
- Please help us keep the coach clean — no oily or messy foods
- Use your USB seat chargers to power your devices
- Connect to free Wi-Fi using password: visitmeteora
🎧 Smart Audio Guide
Want to explore Meteora’s secrets even before the tour begins?
Use our Smart Audio Guide, especially helpful if English is not your native language.
🌍 Available in: English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, Korean, Japanese
📲 How to Use:
- Connect to Wi-Fi: VisitMeteora
- Scan the QR code at your seat
- Download & open the SmartGuide app
- Tour activates automatically
- Select your language and press PLAY AUDIO
🎧 Bring your own headphones. Ask the guide for assistance if needed.
🍽️ Traditional Greek Lunch at Efrosino
At midday, enjoy a traditional Greek meal at Efrosino in the charming village of Kastraki — surrounded by Meteora’s towering rocks.
💡 How It Works:
- If you pre-booked the lunch option, simply choose one dish from the menu below when you arrive — no payment required.
- If you didn’t pre-book, you’re still welcome to eat at Efrosino! Just select your dish and pay directly at the restaurant.
- Bread and water are included for all.
🥩 Meat & Poultry
- Chicken with oven-baked potatoes – Lemon & herb roasted, family-style
- Soutzoukakia – Beef meatballs in tomato sauce with warm spices
- Pastitsio – Greek-style baked pasta with minced meat and béchamel
- Moussaka – Layers of eggplant, meat, potatoes, and creamy béchamel
🧀 Vegetarian
- Greek Salad – Tomato, cucumber, feta, olives, onion, oregano
- Spanakopita – Spinach & feta pie in crispy phyllo
- Tiropita – Cheese pie with traditional Greek cheeses
🌱 Vegan
- Gemista – Stuffed tomatoes & peppers with herbed rice
- Briam – Roasted zucchini, eggplant, potatoes, and olive oil
- Gigantes – Giant oven-baked beans in tomato-herb sauce
🏨 Multi-Day Tour Info (2-Day / 3-Day Guests)
When you arrive in Kalampaka, we’ll transfer you by car to your hotel
Later, you’ll be picked up for your Meteora Sunset Tour
👉 Check the Sunset Tour starting time here
The next morning, you can join either:
- 🚶 Hiking Tour with monastery visit, or
- 🚐 Half-Day Tour by minibus
Check your booking confirmation or ask your guide to verify your choice.
💬 Need Assistance?
You can reach us anytime through WhatsApp: 📱 Click here to message us
We’re always here to help during your journey.
🤝 Our Code of Ethics
We are committed to:
- Authentic, local-led experiences
- Respect for cultural & natural heritage
- Fair working conditions
- Sustainable and ethical tourism
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