Description

🏞️ Discover the majesty of Meteora! Humongous rocks, monasteries "hanging in the sky," and enchanting paths await you on this full-day adventure from Thessaloniki. Explore two of the six Holy Monasteries, wander the scenic landscapes, and enjoy a traditional Greek lunch in Kastraki village.

✨ Highlights

• 🏰 Visit 2 of the 6 Holy Monasteries of Meteora

• 📸 Capture panoramic views of dramatic rock formations

• 🥗 Enjoy lunch in the charming village of Kastraki

• 🌄 Experience one of Greece's most breathtaking landscapes

• 🏞️ Learn the history and culture of this UNESCO World Heritage Site

📍 Starting Point & Departure Time

• 🚏 Meeting Point: Aristotelous & Egnatia Street (Venizelos Statue) – 08:00 AM

• ⏰ Please arrive 10 minutes before departure time

⏱️ Duration

• 🕐 Approx. 11 hours (6 hours road trip)

📝 What You'll Experience Embark on a scenic journey to Meteora, accompanied by our professional trip attendant-archaeologist. Discover the captivating landscape of towering rocks and monasteries perched high above the ground.

Visit two of the six Holy Monasteries:

• Saint Stefanos Monastery

• Varlaam Monastery (*Depending on the day, other monasteries may be visited)

Walk the ancient paths, feel the mystagogic energy of the place, and learn about Meteora's significance in Orthodox Christian heritage. Take a well-deserved lunch break at Kastraki, enjoying Greek delicacies against the backdrop of Meteora's imposing rocks.

📜 The History Meteora is a timeless cluster of sandstone rocks in Thessaly, formed around 60 million years ago. Monastic life began in the area in the 9th century. Today, six monasteries remain active and are recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 1988.

🗓️ Itinerary

• 📍 Starting location: Aristotelous Square & Egnatia Street (Venizelos Statue)

• 🚍 Drive to Meteora (3 hours, with a 30-minute coffee stop)

• ⛪ Visit 2 Monasteries of Meteora (1.5 hours)

• 🥗 Lunch break at Kastraki (1.5 hours)

• 🚍 Return to Thessaloniki (3 hours, with a 20-minute coffee stop)

✅ Included

• 🚐 Round-trip transportation

• 🎤 English-speaking trip attendant-archaeologist

• 🛡️ Basic travel insurance (during transportation)

❌ Not Included

• 🎟️ Monasteries entrance fee (€5 per monastery, cash only)

• 🍽️ Lunch at restaurant

• 💬 Guided tour inside monasteries

• 💰 Tips

🔎 Useful Info

• Strict dress code: Men – No shorts; Women – Sleeveless shirts & trousers not allowed (skirts/long dresses required)

• Wear comfortable walking shoes

• Not suitable for people with mobility impairments

• The trip includes long driving times with scenic stops

• Have your camera ready for breathtaking landscapes!