Sensational Meteora Private Tour from Athens
Sensational Meteora Private Tour from Athens
Tailor Made Luxury Experiences for Greece's Unique Travellers
Embark on an unforgettable luxury Meteora Private Tour from Athens, traveling in utmost style in a Mercedes-Benz or Tesla vehicle. Tailored to your preferences, journey along the scenic highway road, making a stop at the historic Thermopylae, where the monument of Leonidas stands as a testament to his
heroic battle. As you continue, passing through Lamia, Domokos, and Trikala, the impressive rocks of Meteora will come into view, signaling the awe-inspiring destination ahead. Your private chauffeur will guide you to the first monastery, patiently awaiting your exploration before taking you to the next. With ample time to visit at least three Byzantine Monasteries, immerse yourself in the spiritual and architectural wonders of this UNESCO World Heritage site. A stop for a delectable dinner, indulging in Greek traditional cuisine, can be arranged on your way back. After approximately 13 hours, you will be safely returned to your hotel or apartment in Athens, filled with memories of this luxurious and culturally enriching experience.
Duration: 13h
Starting Time: 7:30 - 8:00 & availability
Includes
• 13h English speaking trained chauffeur
• 13h Private luxury vehicle (not a taxi)
• 4h Private Meteora guiding by an expertise guide
• Visit inside one active monastery (On day Tours one of: Great Meteoron, Varlaam and Rousanou |On Sunset Tours: St. Stephen monastery)
• Visit the hidden Hermit caves of Badova
• See all six monasteries
• Stop in spots with panoramic view for photo
• PickUp & DropOff service
• Optional free audio guiding using your smartphone or tablet
• 100% customizable based on points of interest or time spent on each within the total trip time limit
• Free WiFi onboard
• Fuel & tolls
• Refreshment & snack basket in vehicle
• Bottled natural water
• All taxes & fees
Excludes
• Professional (state-licensed) guide (you may choose at the booking procedure above)
• Entrance to each Monastery (3€ p.p.)
• Personal expense
• Meals (lunch or dinner)
• Other beverages
• Tips and gratuities (optional)
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunglasses
- Camera Definitely!
- Sunscreen
- Due to religious issues, modest attire is required for everyone in order to enter the grounds of a monastery. Sleeveless clothing and above-the-knee
shorts for men are not allowed and you will be denied entry if you are dressed in this manner.Women are required to have their arms and legs covered
(trousers not allowed) when entering the monasteries. We suggest that you wear a scarf or a light shirt as well as long skirt while entering the
monasteries. Skirts and shawls are available for women to borrow or purchase at the entrance to the monasteries in case they do not have such
clothing to cover themselves.
Tours can be 100% Customized!
Tips Instyle
Opening Hours
The visiting hours of the monasteries vary.
Opening hours from November 1st to March 31st:
- Monastery of the Great Meteoron is opened 09:00 – 14:00.
    Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays     is closed.
- Varlaam Monastery is opened 09:00 – 15:00.
    Thursdays and Fridays is closed.
- Monastery of Agios Stephanos is opened 9:00 – 13:00 & 15:00 – 17:00.
     Mondays is closed.
- Monastery of Rousanou is opened 09:00 – 14:00.
    Wednesdays is closed.
- Monastery of Holy Trinity is opened 10:00 – 16:00.
     Thursdays is closed.
- Monastery of Agios Nikolaos Anapafsas is opened 09:00 – 14:00.
     Fridays is closed.
The visiting hours of the monasteries vary.
Opening hours from April 1st to October 31st:
- Monastery of the Great Meteoron is opened 09:00-15:00. Tuesdays is closed.
- Varlaam Monastery is opened 09:00-16:00. Fridays is closed.
- Monastery of Agios Stephanos is opened 9:00 – 13:30 & 15:30 – 17:00. Mondays is closed.
- Monastery of Rousanou is opened 09:00 – 17:00. Wednesdays is closed.
- Monastery of Holy Trinity is opened 09:00 – 17:00. Thursdays is closed.
- Monastery of Agios Nikolaos Anapafsas is opened 09:00 – 16:00.
    Fridays is closed.
- Meteora (Prefecture of Trikala)
- T: (+30) 224320 22649, (+30) 24320 22277, (+30) 24320 22220
- Ministry of Culture and Sports Website
- Wikipedia
Holidays
1st of January
25th March
- Orthodox Holy Friday
- Orthodox Holy Saturday
- Orthodox Easter Sunday
1st of May
- 25th December
- 26th December
Free Admission Days
- 6th
of March
18th of April
18th of May
- Last weekend of September
28th of October
Every 1st Sunday of the month
