Our drier Thodoris was simply phenomenal. Meteora is really a great destination and a must visit when in Greece. Actually, I was looking forward to this for a long time and to choose Welcome paid off.
Recommended stops
You can visit all the places from the list or pick only the ones you like. Just inform your driver about your choice before the ride. During the stops you can do whatever you want: visit the landmarks, take pictures e.t.c. Take as much time as you want within the overall time limit of the trip.
1
Athens / Starting point
Your Welcome driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Athens at a convenient time of your choice.
2
Leonidas of Sparta & 300 Momument
The Battle of Thermopylae was fought between an alliance of Greek city-states, led by King Leonidas of Sparta, and the Persian Empire of Xerxes I.
3
Meteora
The Meteora is a rock formation and a World Heritage site, hosting one of the largest and most precipitously built complexes of Eastern Orthodox monasteries.
4
Kalabaka
Kalabaka is a town and a municipality in the Trikala regional unit, where the Meteora Monasteries are located.
About the ride
Your day will begin with a personal pickup by your English-speaking driver from your hotel or apartment in Athens. After a quick introduction, you will board your private ride and begin your journey through the Thessaly region, to the stunning geological phenomenon of Meteora.
- Hotel pickup and dropoff from a professional English Speaking driver / local guide
- 100% Customisable & Private
The 4-hour drive will take you through the picturesque Greek lands, allowing you to enjoy the various landscapes, before finally reaching your destination in the town of Kalambaka.
You will also have the chance to see the statue of 2Leonidas of Sparta & 300 Momument in Thermopyles as we stop to take some pictures. Throughout the journey, your driver will share his local knowledge and suggest photo stops of all the important landmarks along the way. However, as this tour is completely customizable, you may choose where and for how long you wish to stop at each place.
Once you arrive in Kalambaka you will be taken to the very top of the towering cliffs, to visit two of the fantastic monasteries that are perched high upon the steep rocks of 3Meteora. On this part of the tour, you will be taken back in time to the dark ages, where you will learn the story of the monks who first braved the steep climb up the dark jagged rocks and laid the foundations of what is now the monastic community of Meteora. Only 7 of the original 30 monasteries are currently active, and these have been declared as World Heritage Monuments by UNESCO.
After exploring the historic monasteries, you will then slowly make your way back down to the town of Kalambaka, where you will be able to soak up some of the northern Greek cultures and sit down to enjoy an authentic Greek lunch. From Kalambaka, it is easy to see the sheer magnitude of the Meteora rock formations. The enormous, almost black sandstone rocks rise up out of the ground covering the sky, making it a perfect place to get those once in a lifetime photos and really absorb the outstanding natural beauty of Greece.
A visit to Kalabaka is never complete without visiting the 5Theopetra Cave, a unique archeological monument. The formation of Theopetra limestone has been dated in the Upper Cretacious period (137.000.000 - 65.000.000 years before present). The cave has started being inhabited since the Middle Paleolithic period (which started at about 100.000 years before present).
After you have had your fill of the local delicacies, you will then be taken back towards Athens, with one last stop at Kamena Vourla, before we safely head back to your accommodation in Athens.
Please, note that long pants, covering knees and foot are required to enter the Monasteries for men and long skirts for women.
Enjoy your travel to a maximum
Private
You will be picked up by a personal driver at a convenient place and time
Comfortable
Enjoy your trip in a nice air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi
Customizable
Pick the stops and the time you spend on each one
Efficient
Spend less time finding locations and waiting, and more time enjoying your travel
Professional
We hand-pick the best, friendliest and most knowledgeable drivers in the city
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Our customers rate us excellent on Tripadvisor and other platforms
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Meteora is truly a unique place and a must visit! The scenery and the views are stunning and what made the experience even better was how comfortable the ride was and of course our driver Stefanos who made us feel the true greek hospitality!! Definetaly recommend this experience
Included in the price
- Fuel and Tolls
- Hotel pickup and dropoff
- Free wifi onboard
- Water and Snacks
- All charges and fees
- Personal English-Speaking professional Driver
Not included
- Entrance fees for all attractions
- Tips and gratuities
- Official Tour Guide - Our drivers are English Speaking and very knowledgeable of the places visited
- Beverages and meals
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