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Full Day Tour from Athens to Meteora by Train
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14 Hours
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Offered in: English
Overview
Embark on an exhilarating one-day expedition from Athens to the enchanting rock formations of Meteora, a UNESCO World Heritage site that defies imagination.
Your adventure commences early in the morning at the Athens railway station, where you'll have to board (on your own) a comfortable train bound for Kalabaka, the gateway to Meteora.
Upon reaching Kalabaka, a knowledgeable local English-speaking tour leader will be your companion for the day, leading you to the ethereal realm of Meteora. The tour provides ample time to see all 6 monasteries and explore 3 of them, each offering a unique perspective and panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes.
As the day draws to a close, the tour ends at Kalabaka's railway station and your return train journey to Athens offers a peaceful reflection on the day's discoveries.
Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply in search of a day filled with wonder, this tour is for you.
What's Included
- WiFi on board
- Local English speaking tour leader.
- Small group (up to 19 people)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- Stops for photos at the most panoramic spots
- Round-trip train tickets (Athens-Kalampaka-Athens)
- Monastery entrance fees (3€/person per monastery)
- Gratuities (optional)
- (Guided) Tour inside the monasteries
- Meals/Snacks/Soft drinks
- Pick-up from/Drop-off at your accommodation in Athens
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
Meeting point is the St. Larissis in Athens. Go to the main trainstaion in Athens 15 minutes before the train departure, get on board and enjoy the green valleys until your train arrive to Kalabaka which is the last station.
Start time
08:00 AM
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Athens
Enjoy your almost 5 hours trip through green valleys from Athens to Kalabaka. When you arrive you will see the giant rocks of Meteora and your trip to the Unesco World Heritage monument.
5 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Kalambaka
Have a quick look of Kalabaka city. One of the most ancient lands in Greece.
• Admission Ticket Free
Kastraki
See village Kastraki which is built at the roots of the giant rocks. Learn the story and traditions related to the village.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
While you entering the area of Meteora the first monastery you will see is the St Nikolas Anapafsas one. The monastery is built over a narrow rock in a vertical way and is hosting monks from 15th century.
40 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Varlaam Monastery
The monastery of Varlaam, which was the first that a pulley system was used from monks so they could bring materials on the top of the rock easier and safer. The monastery has an amazing museum and also you can admire the original pulley system and the frescoes of the great artist Frago Catellano.
50 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Great Meteoron Monastery
The monastery of Tranfiguration of Jesus is the first monastic community in the area. Before blessed Athanasion of Mt Athos started this monastic community monks were living in Meteora only as hermits or ascetics. A monastery with a great almost 700 years history.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
Holy Trinity Monastery (Agia Triada)
The Monastery which is known for the James Bond movie for your eyes only and the third oldest in the area.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Iera Moni Agiou Stefanou
Explore the first convent of the area. Monastery was founded in 14th century by monk Antonios and was bombed during WWII and depopulated. From 1941 monastery was empty of life since 1961 when nuns asked and took permission to reconstruct the broken section and organize the first convent of the area.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
The convent of Santa Barbara. The monastery was founded in 16th century and is the newest from the 6 still active. Started as all of them as a men community, monks, but at the year 1988 and after the monastery was barely abandoned nuns asked and they took permission to create the second convent of the area.
40 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
To take the train from Kalabaka's trainstaion you should be there 15 minutes earlier. Board in the train, relax and experience the lanscape of Greece with almost 5 hours trip back to Athens.
5 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by VIP Metora Tours
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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