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Meteora: Private Hiking,Morning or Sunset Exploration
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Have the opportunity to discover the hidden paths from the city of Kalambaka to Meteora rocks. By joining this tour with our expertized personnel you will learn the history of the areα and how the first monks climbed the rocks and built the monasteries. Through the green landscapes you will have the chance to see breathtaking views and live some unforgettable moments. Explore hidden monasteries and ruins on the unrevealed side of Meteora accessible only on foot! Choose between the morning or the afteroon option and let our local guides lead you to the unrevealed side of Meteora.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in Greek & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in Greek & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English speaking mountain tour leader(French,Spanish or Italian speaking guide upon availability)
Bottled water
See ruins of destroyed monasteries from the time of the Ottoman empire
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pick up from your acommondation in Kalabaka or Kastraki
Experience the captivating Sunset from a breathtaking point of view(afternoon option)
See the hidden monastery of Ypapanti from a close distance(morning option)
Visit The hidden Hermit Caves(afternoon option)
Free time to visit one monastery inside(morning option)
Monastery's entrance fee which is 5€ per person for each monastery
Tips (optional)
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Νot recommend for children under 10 years
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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Meteora: Private Hiking,Morning or Sunset Exploration
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About
Have the opportunity to discover the hidden paths from the city of Kalambaka to Meteora rocks. By joining this tour with our expertized personnel you will learn the history of the areα and how the first monks climbed the rocks and built the monasteries. Through the green landscapes you will have the chance to see breathtaking views and live some unforgettable moments. Explore hidden monasteries and ruins on the unrevealed side of Meteora accessible only on foot! Choose between the morning or the afteroon option and let our local guides lead you to the unrevealed side of Meteora.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in Greek & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in Greek & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English speaking mountain tour leader(French,Spanish or Italian speaking guide upon availability)
Bottled water
See ruins of destroyed monasteries from the time of the Ottoman empire
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pick up from your acommondation in Kalabaka or Kastraki
Experience the captivating Sunset from a breathtaking point of view(afternoon option)
See the hidden monastery of Ypapanti from a close distance(morning option)
Visit The hidden Hermit Caves(afternoon option)
Free time to visit one monastery inside(morning option)
Monastery's entrance fee which is 5€ per person for each monastery
Tips (optional)
Itinerary
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Meteora
On this private tour, you get to see the best parts of the Meteora, one of the most popular UNESCO sights. Our expertized personnel will take you from your accomondation and drive among the giant rocks. Over there you will have the chance to see how monks managed to build monasteries on the top of these giant rocks and learn the history of the area from the best tour leaders of the area. Visit Great Meteoro or Varlaam monastery (depends on the day)
2 hours
2
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.
Behind the monastery of Great Meteoron you will meet ruins of destroyed monasteries and the hidden monastery of Ypapanti, accessible only on foot!
3
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.
1 hour
4
Kalambaka
Kalabaka is a town and seat of the municipality of Meteora in the Trikala regional unit. The Meteora monasteries are located near the town. A Greek inscription on the wall of one of the town's oldest churches (Saint John the Baptist) testifies to the existence of an ancient Greek settlement under the name Aiginion. In the 10th century AD, it was known as Stagoi (Σταγοί). The meaning of the word Kalabaka is of a Turkish origin and means "powerful fortress". Last returning stop is Kalabaka where the tour ends
10 minutes
5
Kastraki
See village Kastraki which is built at the roots of the giant rocks. Learn the story and traditions related to the village and the hermit caves near it.
