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Athens: Meteora Monasteries & Caves Day Trip & Lunch Option
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Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers

By Visit Meteora
9.4 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is P 4,150 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 14h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview
  • Enjoy authentic local flavors with an optional lunch from 10 menu selections!
  • Discover ancient hermit caves, Meteora's hidden treasures.
  • Capture Meteora's stunning panoramas and enjoy the most breathtaking views.
  • Explore all Meteora monasteries, tour 3 interiors for a cultural experience.
  • Coastal stop for brunch and dinner at a beachfront seaside restaurant

Activity location

    • Athens
    • Athens, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Athens 104 37, Greece | The bus will be conveniently stationed on the street directly across from the Central Railway Station of Athens (Stathmos Larisis), adjacent to Everest cafe. Look out for the unmistakable "Visit Meteora" sign displayed in the front window, making it easy for you to spot. No printed ticket is required; just share your booking voucher on your phone as you board the bus. Seats are not assigned, so you are free to choose your seat.
    • Athina, Greece

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

Shared Small-Group Tour without Lunch
  • Activity duration is 14 hours14h
    14h
  • English

Choose this option for a convenient bus transfer from Athens train station. Enjoy a small group tour of Meteora in a Mercedes mini-bus with an English-speaking guide. Free smart audio guides in Spanish, French, Italian and 7 more. Lunch is not included.

Starting time: 8:00
Price details
P 4,149.91 x 1 AdultP 4,149.91
Total
Price is P 4,149.91
Shared Small-Group Tour with Bus Transfer and Lunch
  • Activity duration is 14 hours14h
    14h
  • English

Choose this option for a convenient bus transfer from Athens train station. Enjoy a small group tour of Meteora in a Mercedes mini-bus with an English-speaking guide. Free smart audio guides in multiple languages. Lunch is included.

Starting time: 8:00
Price details
P 4,940.37 x 1 AdultP 4,940.37
Total
Price is P 4,940.37
Shared Transfer & Private Tour with Lunch
  • Activity duration is 14 hours14h
    14h
  • English

Choose this option for convenient shared bus transfer from Athens to Meteora, where you'll enjoy private transportation and a tailor-made tour itinerary of Meteora. Select your prefered language of your local live guide. Lunch is included.

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00
Price details
P 6,587,098.55 x 1 AdultP 6,587,098.55
Total
Price is P 6,587,098.55

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedRound-trip transportation from Athens in an air-conditioned coach
  • What's includedWhat's includedSeaside stop for optional brunch and sunset dinner by the waves
  • What's includedWhat's includedLive local English-speaking tour leader
  • What's includedWhat's includedSmart audio guide available in the following languages: English | Spanish | French | German | Italian | Portuguese | Russian | Polish | Korean | Chinese | Japanese
  • What's includedWhat's includedLunch (if option selected) at a local restaurant: Bread, water, and a choice of 10 traditional Greek dishes, including meat, vegetarian, and vegan options.
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntry to 3 most popular monasteries
  • What's includedWhat's includedPanoramic photo stops to see all 8 monasteries
  • What's includedWhat's includedVisit to the hidden hermit caves
  • What's includedWhat's includedStops on the way to buy lunch, dinner, snacks, and drinks
  • What's includedWhat's includedWi-Fi and USB chargers onboard
  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEntrance fees to the monasteries (€5 per person for each monastery)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHotel pickup and drop-off in Athens
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGuide inside the monasteries (multilingual audio guide available for free)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTips (optional)

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Pets, Sleeveless shirts
  • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments

What you can expect

Embark on an unforgettable day trip from Athens to the stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site of Meteora. This tour combines sacred history with scenic comfort, offering you the chance to explore centuries-old monasteries, hidden hermit caves, and enjoy a taste of the Greek coastline—all in one amazing day.
Departing from Athens at 08:00 AM by modern, air-conditioned coach, you’ll enjoy a smooth ride through the countryside. The usual train service is temporarily replaced by our comfortable bus for your convenience.
Scenic Coastal Brunch Stop
Instead of stopping at busy highway stops, we take you to the seaside for a refreshing brunch break. Sit just steps from the sea and enjoy your meal or coffee with the breeze, the scent of the sea, and beautiful coastal views. Meals are optional and can be pre-ordered through an app on the bus—no waiting, no stress.
Explore Meteora with a Local Guide
At around 12:30 PM, you’ll arrive in Kalabaka and board our local VIP minibus to begin your Meteora adventure. Your expert local guide will take you to three of the most famous monasteries, with short photo stops at all six. Along the way, you’ll enjoy spectacular views and hear fascinating stories about the history and spiritual life of Meteora.
You’ll also explore the hermit caves of Badovas, carved into the cliffs by the first monks who came here seeking peace and isolation. After the cave visit, you’ll enjoy a relaxed lunch in the nearby village of Kastraki, choosing from a variety of home-cooked Greek dishes, including vegetarian and vegan options. Meals are not included but can be paid directly at the restaurant.
Sunset Dinner by the Sea
On the way back to Athens, we’ll make a final stop in Kamena Vourla around 20:00 for an optional sunset seaside dinner. It’s a quiet, peaceful setting by the water—perfect for enjoying your favorite Greek meal, dessert, or drink while watching the sun set into the sea. After dinner, the return trip continues with arrival in Athens around 22:30.

For non-English speakers, a free smart audio guide is available in 10 languages. A private tour option is also available with a live guide in English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, or Romanian.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    • Athens
    • Athens, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Athens 104 37, Greece | The bus will be conveniently stationed on the street directly across from the Central Railway Station of Athens (Stathmos Larisis), adjacent to Everest cafe. Look out for the unmistakable "Visit Meteora" sign displayed in the front window, making it easy for you to spot. No printed ticket is required; just share your booking voucher on your phone as you board the bus. Seats are not assigned, so you are free to choose your seat.
    • Athina, Greece
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Athens 104 37, Greece | The bus will be conveniently stationed on the street directly across from the Central Railway Station of Athens (Stathmos Larisis), adjacent to Everest cafe. Look out for the unmistakable "Visit Meteora" sign displayed in the front window, making it easy for you to spot. No printed ticket is required; just share your booking voucher on your phone as you board the bus. Seats are not assigned, so you are free to choose your seat.
    • Athina, Greece