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The 15 Best Meteora Tours from Athens and Thessaloniki

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Six monasteries still stand on the rock pillars above Kalambaka, and all six are working religious houses rather than ruins. Below are the best Meteora tours: which run from Athens and which from Thessaloniki, how many monasteries each one actually enters, and how long the day is. Visitors are welcome inside during opening hours, with shoulders and knees covered; wraps are handed out at the gate.

Thessaloniki: Full-Day Bus Trip to Meteora

Thessaloniki: Full-Day Bus Trip to Meteora - Meteora in real life: why these monasteries feel impossible

1.Thessaloniki: Full-Day Bus Trip to Meteora

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,471 reviews · 11 hours · from $58Our pick

Day trip from Thessaloniki to Meteora with bus comfort, two monasteries, cliff views, and a traditional lunch in Kastraki.

“Amazing, definitely advise it to all travelers to Thessaloniki, Meteora was indescribable, absolutely breathtaking. The whole day was well worth it, Eleni our guide was amazing and explained a lot of history, Spyros our driver got us from A to B safely and efficiently, in a lovely luxury minivan. I would actually do this same trip again. Thank you.”

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Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch

Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch - Inside Meteora: 3 monastery visits and how to make them count

Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Tour with Lunch

Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Tour with Lunch - From Stathmos Larisis to Kalabaka: what the 14-hour rhythm feels like

3.Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,196 reviews · from $65

Meteora day tour from Athens with 3 monastery interiors, Badovas hermit caves, panorama stops for all 8 monasteries, and optional lunch.

“An overall amazing experience! The buses were nice, had wifi, and were comfortable. Our tour guide had an amazing personality and was very knowledgeable. The views were breathtaking and getting to go in to the monasteries was amazing. Bring euros (5 euros to enter each one) and remember to cover your shoulders and wear a dress or skirt below the knee. Highly recommend this trip if you are in Greece!!”

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Athens: Meteora Tour with Local Guide and Greek Lunch

Athens: Meteora Tour with Local Guide and Greek Lunch - The Meteora Approach: Viewpoints, Photo Stops, and Why the Drive Builds Anticipation

4.Athens: Meteora Tour with Local Guide and Greek Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,561 reviews · from $63

Meteora day trip from Athens with a local guide, three monastery interiors, hermit caves, panoramic photo stops, and optional Greek lunch.

“We loved our trip to Meteora! It was a seamless adventure. We were able to find the bus no problem. The drive was safe and the Wi-Fi worked. When we arrived, we did a private tour with Harry. I loved the tour. Harry is a local and knows everything about the area. He speaks with enthusiasm and knowledge. I would recommend Harry and this company to anyone.”

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Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Caves & Coastal Stopovers with Lunch

Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Caves & Coastal Stopovers with Lunch - Kamena Vourla brunch stop and Kastraki lunch break

Meteora Monasteries & Caves DayTrip from Athens with Greek Lunch

Meteora Monasteries & Caves DayTrip from Athens with Greek Lunch - The Midway Seaside Break at Kamena Vourla

6.Meteora Monasteries & Caves DayTrip from Athens with Greek Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 879 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $87

Athens to Meteora by coach, visiting three monasteries and the Hermit Caves, with optional Greek lunch, guided stops, and panoramic views.

“This was an amazing day!! Coach trip was smooth and stopped for breaks as needed. Met by the tour guide then had lunch in Meteora which was lovely and very much appreciated!! Meteora was unbelievable!! You need to see it to appreciate this wonderful sight!! Loads of opportunities to stop for photos and the tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly! A very long trip from Athens but well worth it. Wish I could put into words the amazing monasteries and the unbelievable views!! You need to see them yourself!!”

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From Athens: Delphi and Meteora 2-Day Guided Tour

From Athens: Delphi and Meteora 2-Day Guided Tour - Day 1: From Athens past Thebes to Delphi’s Oracle zone

7.From Athens: Delphi and Meteora 2-Day Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 825 reviews · 2 days · from $271

Two days from Athens to Delphi and Meteora, with a guided tour, hotel stay in Kalambaka, and unforgettable cliff-top monasteries.

“The drive from Athens through central Greece is a must see landscape, valleys filled with millions of olive trees is breathtaking. Delphi is wonderful and Meteora is magical! Great guide, Angel! Amazing driving by Nkos!”

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4-Day Classical Greece Tour: Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora

4-Day Classical Greece Tour: Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora - Day 2: Ancient Olympia, Museum Time, and a Sea Bridge Dinner

Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves Tour with Pickup

Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves Tour with Pickup - Kamena Vourla stop by the sea, not a rushed rest area

9.Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves Tour with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 724 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $87

A full-day Meteora monasteries tour from Athens with early pickup, audio-guided interiors, hermit caves, and free time in Kalambaka.

“Yes, it is a very very long bus ride. But I believe was worth it when you see the monastery. Kate was a wonderful guide and very informative, and was always willing to answer all of our questions As far as Key Tours they were easy to contact and communicate with, but there was a mishap, as there was not pick up and drop off at my hotel at indicated”

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Meteora Sunset with Monastery & Hermit Caves Tour in Small Group

Meteora Sunset with Monastery & Hermit Caves Tour in Small Group - Quick Highlights

10.Meteora Sunset with Monastery & Hermit Caves Tour in Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 706 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $36Top rated

Small-group Meteora sunset tour with monastery visits, Byzantine church, hermit caves, and a less crowded sunset viewpoint.

“The tour was wonderful. Our tour guide and driver were both local to the Meteora area. Our tour was very knowledgeable about all of the monasteries and local history. This tour is well worth your time.”

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2-Day Tour to Delphi & Meteora with Guide and Tickets From Athens

2-Day Tour to Delphi & Meteora with Guide and Tickets From Athens - Transition to Meteora day 2: Why Kalambaka overnight matters

Meteora Day Trip with central Pick up & optional Lunch

Meteora Day Trip with central Pick up & optional Lunch - Badovas Hermit Caves: Saint Nicolas of Badovas and quiet history on the rocks

12.Meteora Day Trip with central Pick up & optional Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 590 reviews · 13 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Organized Meteora day trip from Athens with early pickup, Hermit Caves, and active monasteries, plus audio guide and optional lunch.

“It’s a long trip but definitely worth it! We are a family of 4 with two kids, 14 and 8. We were picked up in coach on time from the meeting point. Then drove to Meteora. We met our guide there. The tour started with a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. There are 6 functional monasteries at Meteora, 4 male and 2 female. Because it’s winter and the close pretty early, we had the chance to enter two of them and see the others from the outside. The briefing before each one of them was great. Our guide there was wonderful! She was accommodating, patient, and the nicest ever.…”

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Full-Day Trip to Meteora from Thessaloniki

Full-Day Trip to Meteora from Thessaloniki - Getting to the Monastery Zone: What Meteora Looks Like When You Arrive

13.Full-Day Trip to Meteora from Thessaloniki

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 542 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $59

Direct Meteora day trip from Thessaloniki with English guide, two rock monasteries, big views, and lunch in Kastraki at your cost.

“Be prepared it’s a long day but so worth it Wear comfortable shoes lots of walking Lots to see Light a candle for you family”

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From Athens: Meteora Monasteries and Hermit Caves Tour

From Athens: Meteora Monasteries and Hermit Caves Tour - Kastraki lunch break, and what you should expect from the meal stop

14.From Athens: Meteora Monasteries and Hermit Caves Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 498 reviews · from $65

Athens to Meteora by air-conditioned coach for monasteries, Badovas hermit caves, panorama views, and a Greek lunch with phone audio.

“A ton of information and a very beautiful and special place. Worth the long train ride for sure. I was looking to kind of venture off a bit so perhaps a guided tour wasn’t the way to go. But even so there was enough time to kind of walk around and do your own thing even at all the stops. If you’re looking to venture then I’d probably suggest just taking a car up and down. Otherwise if you want a tour and lots of great information about this amazing place. Then highly recommend. Very glad I went.”

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Meteora Small Group Hiking tour with Transfer and Monastery Visit

Meteora Small Group Hiking tour with Transfer and Monastery Visit - Your 4-hour rhythm: hike first, monasteries after

15.Meteora Small Group Hiking tour with Transfer and Monastery Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 484 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $36

A 4-hour small-group Meteora hike with transfers and monastery visits, including Ypapanti, guided trails, and unforgettable views.

“The experience was great. Chris was just very good in all aspect. Punctual, very knowledgeable in everything related to the region, the history, the geology... The hike was not difficult. However, the part after the visit of the monaster was a little bit more challenging. Nothing crazy though. Overall a very good experience.”

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