Meteora Day Trip by Bus - Optional Lunch

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Full description Discovering Meteora on a full-day tour from Athens is an unforgettable experience that combines breathtaking landscapes, spirituality, and culture. This tour takes you to one of Greece's most stunning sites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its ancient monasteries nestled in unique rock formations.

Departure from a central Athens location on a premium, air-conditioned coach, driven by a professional. Instead of a conventional highway stop, the tour offers a seaside stop for a light breakfast or coffee with coastal views. This option provides a relaxing and scenic start before venturing into mainland Greece.

Around midday, upon arrival in Kalambaka, you transfer to a VIP minibus with a local guide, who will accompany you throughout your visit to Meteora. You will visit three of the most iconic monasteries in the complex, with panoramic stops at each, allowing you to photograph these sites suspended between heaven and earth. The guide shares historical facts, religious anecdotes, and cultural details that enrich the experience.

The tour also includes a visit to the Badovas Caves, where the first hermits lived in complete seclusion, carving their shelters directly into the rocks. Later, there is the opportunity to have lunch in the charming village of Kastraki, known for its traditional Greek cuisine and peaceful setting at the foot of the mountains.

On the way back, there is an optional stop at Kamena Vourla, ideal for dinner by the sea and closing the day with a final picture of the Greek landscape at sunset. The return to Athens takes place in the evening, culminating in a day filled with spirituality, nature, and discovery.

As an added bonus, the tour includes a free audio guide in several languages, including Spanish, English, French, Italian, and German, allowing you to delve deeper into the history and symbolism of Meteora during the visit.

This tour from Athens to Meteora is ideal for those looking to connect with the most authentic Greek culture, on a comfortable, guided, and carefully designed trip to experience one of the country's most impressive destinations to the fullest Additional information Please be at the meeting point 20 minutes before the tour departure timeEntrance to the monasteries: Appropriate clothing is required. Ladies should not wear short skirts and must have long sleeves. Men are not allowed to wear shortsDeparture: the bus for Kalambaka departs from opposite the Athens rail station (Larissis Station). Look for the 'Visit Meteora' logo on the front door to identify the tour bus. You can reach the meeting point by taking the Red Line metro/subwayNo bus ticket is required. Just give your name to the driver for verification. Seats are not assigned, so you are free to choose your seatThe journey takes approximately 5 hours (with a 20 min refreshment stop). You will return to Athens (arrival at approximately 11:00pm). The schedule is subject to change, with lunch potentially taking place before the visit to the monasteries Inclusions Round-trip shared transfer in KalambakaTransport by luxury A/C vehicle with WiFiEnglish guideSeaside stop for optional brunchFree Map and bottle of waterLocal taxesFree multilingual audio guide for deeper insights into Meteora’s history and significance, available in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, and moreFood and drinks (when selected "with lunch" option) Exclusions Entrance fees to the MonasteriesFood and drinks (Except when selected "with lunch" option)Hotel pick-up and drop-offAny other service not specified Cancellation Policy Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service. Cancellations made with less notice or a no-show will result in no refund Meeting point Opposite the Athens rail station (Larissis Station). Look for the 'Visit Meteora' logo on the front door to identify the tour bus