Meteora: 1-Day Rail Tour from Athens

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Embark on a full-day trip from Athens that introduces you to the best of the Meteora rock formation and its incredible monasteries. Enjoy the convenience of train and limo minibus transport between all stops on your trip to this one of a kind destination.

Highlights

Explore one of the world’s most popular UNESCO World Heritage Sites
See all six monasteries and learn about their history through eyes of a local
Enjoy the convenience of pre-arranged transport between each stop

Description

Get an early start from Athens on a train departing at 7:20 a.m. from Kalambaka, a town located nearby the Meteora. Enjoy the scenic landscapes of the Greek countryside before arriving at 11:30 a.m. at Kalambaka's train station where you will find our guide holding a signboard with your name. Board a comfortable limo minibus to tour around the Meteora site. See all six remaining monasteries perched precariously atop natural rock pillars and giant boulders. Venture inside one or two of them and let your guide tell you about the history and myths surrounding an ancient site where monks lived in almost complete isolation for centuries. After your tour, the bus will transfer you back to Kalambaka train station where your train back to Athens departs at 5:15 pm.

Includes

Roundtrip train tickets from Athens to Meteora Pickup/drop off from Kalambaka train station English-speaking local tour guide 3.5 hour panoramic Meteora tour Small groups on Limo VIP minibus of up to 19 seats Wi-Fi on the bus Map of Meteora Snack and bottle of water All taxes
Transfer to the Athens railway station Entrance fees for each monastery (3 euro per person) Professional tour guide (on request) Personal travel insurance Gratuities (optional)

Important Information

The monasteries of Meteora have a strict dress code. Please ensure your legs and shoulders are covered.
Train e-tickets will be sent by email after your confirmation
Train tickets are issued for 2nd class seats as standard. If you wish to upgrade them to 1st class seats, you may choose to add them on to your booking