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Meteora Monasteries and Ancient Caves Private Tour
Meteora Monasteries and Ancient Caves Private Tour
Meteora Monasteries and Ancient Caves Private Tour
Meteora Monasteries and Ancient Caves Private Tour
Meteora Monasteries and Ancient Caves Private Tour

Meteora Tour: A Journey to the Monasteries in the Sky

By Happy Pickups
Free cancellation available
Price is P 42,452 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 11h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

A tour of Meteora is a truly unique experience, offering an extraordinary blend of natural beauty, spiritual history, and architectural marvels that can't be found anywhere else in the world. The first thing that sets Meteora apart is its stunning landscape: massive, towering rock formations that rise dramatically from the Thessalian plain, creating a mystical and otherworldly backdrop. These rocks, some reaching heights of 400 meters, were formed millions of years ago through geological processes, and their sheer scale and beauty evoke a sense of awe in all who visit.

The presence of its ancient monasteries, which have been built precariously atop these natural rock pillars. There are 6 active monasteries still standing today.. The monks who first settled in Meteora in the 14th century sought solitude and spiritual enlightenment in this isolated and peaceful place. To reach these monasteries, visitors are often awed by the sheer determination it took to scale these cliffs

Activity location

  • Leonidas Monument
    • Lamia,
    • 350 09, Thermopylae, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Leonidas Monument
    • Lamia,
    • 350 09, Thermopylae, Greece

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Meteora Tour: A Journey to the Monasteries in the Sky in English
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h11h
  • Opening hours: Wed 7:00-13:00
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
P 42,451.75 x 1 AdultP 42,451.75
Total
Price is P 42,451.75

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional English speaking drivers with deep knowledge of the history
  • What's includedWhat's includedBusiness class Transportation
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll Fees and Taxes
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLicensed Tour guide upon request— depending on availability [Additional 350€)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEntrance fees to the Monasteries 3€pp
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedDriver's Tips

Know before you book

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Travel time is already included to the total duration set up on the product
  • Wine tasting is for 18 years old and above

Activity itinerary

Leonidas Monument
  • 2h
Leonidas, a Spartan king, is remembered for his heroic last stand against a massive Persian army at the Battle of Thermopylae in 480 BC. He led a force of around 300 Spartans (along with allied soldiers) who held the narrow pass for three days, buying precious time for the rest of Greece to prepare for the Persian invasion. There's a monument dedicated to Leonidas and his brave stand at Thermopylae. It features a statue of the king and often includes the inscription "Molon labe" (Come and take them) - a defiant response attributed to Leonidas when the Persians demanded their surrender.
Holy Monastery of Saint Nicholas Anapafsas at Meteora
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket not included
The Holy Monastery of Saint Nicholas Anapausas is one of the most remarkable and serene monasteries perched high in the dramatic rock formations of Meteora, Greece. This 14th-century monastery, dedicated to Saint Nicholas, is an awe-inspiring testament to the skill and determination of early monks who chose to live in the isolation and beauty of the towering cliffs. It is part of the Meteora monastic complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its stunning natural scenery and spiritual significance.
Kalabaka
  • 3h
Kalambaka is a charming town nestled at the foot of the majestic Meteora rock formations in central Greece . With a population of around 12,000, it's transformed into a vital tourist hub over the past few decades, thanks to its proximity to the breathtaking Meteora monasteries.
Varlaam Monastery
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
The Varlaam Monastery is one of the largest and most impressive monasteries in Meteora, Greece, and it stands as a testament to the dedication and perseverance of the monks who built it on the steep cliffs of this UNESCO World Heritage site. Founded in the 14th century, it is named after the hermit monk Varlaam, who is said to have been the first to settle on the rock in the 14th century, although the monastery itself was established later in 1541 by two brothers, the Theologos and Nektarios. Situated on a towering rock at a height of nearly 400 meters, the Varlaam Monastery offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding valley and the Meteora rock formations. Like many other monasteries in the area, it was originally accessible only by a series of rope ladders or hoisted up in a basket, which reflects the extreme devotion and determination of the monks who sought refuge in this remote and awe-inspiring location.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESLeonidas Monument
    • Lamia,
    • 350 09, Thermopylae, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLELeonidas Monument
    • Lamia,
    • 350 09, Thermopylae, Greece

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