Top Meteora Half-day Tours

Step off the tourist trail and discover the little-known routes that most Meteora visitors don't get to see. On this half-day small-group trip, which includes round-trip transport from Kalambaka, you’ll follow a guide on a leisurely hike from Doupiani rock to the lofty Grand Meteora Monastery. Along the way, pass Ypapanti and some of the smaller rock monasteries, and listen to fascinating commentary about the UNESCO-listed site's formation and history.

Immerse yourself in the ancient religious traditions of Greece during a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed orthodox monasteries of Meteora during this 4-hour excursion. These stunning cliff-top religious communities are perched as high as 2,000 feet (600 meters) above the ground below, offering panoramic vistas and unique insight into the country’s spiritual customs. Visit all six of the remaining monasteries and take a look inside three. A guide, plus luxury air-conditioned minibus and round-trip hotel transport are covered.

Experience Meteora at its most magical on an atmospheric sunset tour of the UNESCO-listed monastery complex. Visiting at dusk means you avoid the crowds, so make the most of the quiet as you explore one of the mountaintop monasteries, peek into centuries-old caves and churches, and learn about the unique hermitages from your guide. Finally, look out over the St Nicolas Badovas Monastery from a secret vantage point as you watch the sunset over the horizon.

Departing from Kalabaka, this tour offers a half-day excursion to the monasteries of Meteora. Avoid driving on the narrow, winding mountain roads that lead up to the monasteries; instead, get driven up to the mountain by a guide who drives the area’s roads regularly. Arrive at the monasteries relaxed and ready to explore.

See the UNESCO World Heritage-listed monasteries of Meteora without taking multiple days out of your busy schedule to visit. Instead, take the train there from Athens in the morning and be back in Athens by the end of the night on this day trip with transport included. Drive by all six precariously-located monasteries and spend time exploring three of them; marvel at their remarkable architecture and at the scenic views from atop Meteora.

Discover the hidden gems of Meteora with this small-group sunset hike with a local guide. Enjoy transfers from your Kalabaka or Kastraki hotel to the trailhead. Hike along hidden local trails, explore secret hermit caves and an ancient monk’s prison, and enjoy views of the sunset and panoramic views of Meteora from a scenic viewpoint.

Experience Meteora’s top attractions on this guided sunset excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, learn about the region’s amazing mountaintop monasteries with a knowledgeable local guide. See all six and visit two while avoiding the big crowds and catching picturesque sunset views. Visit the Byzantine church of the Assumption of Virgin Mary in Kalambaka and enjoy luxury transportation in a VIP minibus.

Discover the gorgeous scenery of Greece during this sunset tour of Meteora. Leaving from Kalabaka or Kastraki, ride in a mini-bus under the care of your tour guide. Learn about the region's history at the ancient hermit caves of Bandovas and Meteora. Then, visit the Byzantine Church of the Assumption of Virgin Mary before admiring the views from a rocky peak and watching as the sun drops into the valley below—making for a perfect photo opportunity.

Spare yourself the risks of Greek roads and the expense of car hire on this comprehensive small-group tour of Meteora’s religious monuments. Soak up the sunset over this dramatic landscape; see all six monasteries and visit the interior of one or two; admire the Byzantine Church of the Assumption of Virgin Mary in Kalabaka and 1,000-year-old cave hermitages. Tour includes transport and guiding: entrance fees are at your own expense.

Experience Meteora like a true local with a tailor-made private tour. Explore centuries-old monasteries, meet Meteora’s most cherished local legends through the eyes of a local and explore unearthing hidden gems most travelers don’t know about. A full day of adventure awaits.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the soaring pinnacles of Meteora are a must for many travelers. Discover them without the expense of car hire on this convenient minibus tour with onboard Wi-Fi, timed to meet the morning train from Athens at Kalambaka station. You'll see all six monasteries from outside and enter three: entrance fees are at your own expense. Upgrade to add a local lunch.

This magical Meteora tour is perfect for first-time visitors who want to make the most of their time near these magnificent rock structures. Opting for a private tour means you won’t have to wait around for other members of your party, and you can customize the tour based on your needs. See all six monasteries in Meteora and have a chance to enter some of them. You’ll learn local secrets and travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle.

The monasteries perched on the Meteora clifftops are one of the most striking sights in Greece, but the logistics of visiting this remote area can be tricky. Skip the hassle of arranging transportation with this driving tour that includes pickup in Kalabak or Kastraki and transport to admire all six UNESCO-listed monasteries. Visit three to marvel at their architecture from up close and learn about the area’s history from your tour leader.

Discover one of Greece’s most extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage sites—and enjoy a personalized way to explore—on this private, half-day tour of Meteora. Upon booking, reserve your own train tickets to Kalabaka Train Station (separate expense) and meet your guide upon arriving. Then, hop aboard a minibus to Meteora: You’ll see all six major monasteries, and will tour three of the most popular (cash entry own expense).

Explore Meteora with ease, away from the crowds and the tour buses, on a small-group guided e-bike tour. An electric bike will let you go further and climb the hills with less effort. Ride through the village of Kastraki, explore the hermit caves of Bandova, then visit three of the rock-top monasteries, with views of all active monasteries from panoramic viewpoints.

Explore Meteora on an E-Bike is the best and the most fun way to explore this unique area without breaking a sweat, almost effortless. The setting sun combined with the breath-taking beauty of the area of will offer to you the cycle of your life among the giant rocks. Our local tour leaders, expertized in the area, will provide you with all the historical and inside tips about what you are going to see. The riding pace is slow to moderate with lots of stops for rest, photos, admire the view and visit all the highlights of the area. Get an e-bike, beat the hills and enjoy Meteora in an unforgettable way which will be an one in a lifetime experience.

Experience the stunning geological formations of Meteora and visit a few of its rock-top monasteries on this half-day tour. Join a small group and head to the valley to see the cliffs jutting from the earth. Take a tour of three monasteries, to admire the architecture, and see another six from the exterior, all while your guide provides information on the area’s history.

Take in the UNESCO-listed monasteries of Meteora at the most dazzling time of day with this sunset e-bike tour. Set off from Kalampaka with your guide and small group to cycle through the scenic hills as the temperatures begin to drop, stopping to take in the view and snap photos along the route. Learn about the local history and architecture, then take a break to watch the sunset from the best vantage point.

Hiking in Meteora without a guide may mean you miss hidden must-sees and history, or get lost. Make the most of the rock-pillar landscapes and monasteries on a half-day tour from Kalambaka with a hiking guide. Follow historical monks’ paths you might overlook alone, hear details on the area’s nature that many hikers miss, and visit one or two monasteries (own expense) on route. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Skip trying to find a guide or organize transport to Meteora when you arrive at the Kalambaka station, and book a time-saving option before you travel. You'll be met at the station when your train from Athens arrives, and then head straight to the cliffs of Meteora to learn about its key monasteries and ruins. Note that entry fees are extra.

Uncover the history and myths of Meteora’s spectacular clifftop monasteries on this half-day tour with pickup at the train station. Reach the UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you'll take in panoramic views and visit two of the sky-high medieval sanctuaries with a guide and learn about the local culture, history, and etiquette of monasteries. If you're short on time, it's a convenient way to fit in a visit to one of Greece’s most awe-inspiring spiritual sites. Enjoy a more personal experience with tour group sizes capped at 18 travelers.

History enthusiasts will love a private all-day tour of UNESCO-listed Meteora. After a hotel pickup from Kalabaka or Kastraki, head to the historic site. You’ll pass by all six monasteries, and get the chance to visit two or three of your own choice. Explore the monasteries independently (guides are an extra cost) and make use of the handy free Meteora map.

Take amazing photos at sunset. Live unforgettable moments at Meteora following the paths carved by the very first monks. Having your own personal guide will help notice all the small things, feel the spiritual energy and sanctity of this magical place, and make your experience unique.