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Meteora & Thermopylae Full-Day Private Guided Tour from Athens
(7) Reviews
Thermopylae
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Experience the UNESCO-listed monasteries of Meteora and the legendary battlefield of Thermopylae on this private full-day tour from Athens. Travel in a luxury, air-conditioned vehicle with your personal driver-guide, who brings these extraordinary sites to life. At Meteora, marvel at monasteries perched on towering rock pillars and visit active ones still inhabited by monks. Stop at Thermopylae to walk where the 300 Spartans made their heroic stand. Door-to-door hotel pickup included.
Highlights
12 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
12 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pick up and drop off
Private driver-guide (English & French)
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Meals, drinks and beverages
Entrance fees to the Monasteries in Meteora
Gratuities
Itinerary
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Thermopylae
Meet with your host early in the morning and start driving along central Greece. First stop will be at the battlefield of Thermopylae ( or the "Hot Gates" ). Here is where king Leonidas and the 300 Spartans fought against Persian King Xerxis during the 5 century BC.
20 minutes
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Meteora
Continue on through the plain of central Greece and pass by little towns like Trikala , Karditsa before reaching the modern town of Kalambaka or recently renamed as Meteora. First sight of the Unesco world heritage is breathtaking watching the grey vertical rocks as we approach .Upon arrival we shall visit Meteora and the 2 major monasteries. The breathtaking scenery perched on huge rocks which seem to be suspended in mid-air, will give you the chance to have great photos, while the top standing ageless monasteries will introduce you to exquisite specimens of Byzantine art. You will visit 2 monasteries.
2 hours
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Kalambaka
As soon as you finish with the monasteries we will arrive back at the city of Kalambaka for lunch. Plenty of choices of Greek traditional food will certainly meet your expectations.
2 hours
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Athens
Long way back but certainly worth it. The driver will drop you off at your place.
Meteora & Thermopylae Full-Day Private Guided Tour from Athens
(7) Reviews
Thermopylae
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Experience the UNESCO-listed monasteries of Meteora and the legendary battlefield of Thermopylae on this private full-day tour from Athens. Travel in a luxury, air-conditioned vehicle with your personal driver-guide, who brings these extraordinary sites to life. At Meteora, marvel at monasteries perched on towering rock pillars and visit active ones still inhabited by monks. Stop at Thermopylae to walk where the 300 Spartans made their heroic stand. Door-to-door hotel pickup included.
