Private Hiking exploration of Meteora's Hidded Gems
Have the opportunity to discover the hidden paths from the city of Kalambaka to Meteora rocks. By joining this tour with our expertized personnel you will learn the history of the areα and how the first monks climbed the rocks and built the monasteries. Through the green landscapes you will have the chance to see breathtaking views and live some unforgettable moments.
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Private Hiking exploration of Meteora's Hidded Gems
Pickup included
What's included in Private Hiking exploration of Meteora's Hidded Gems
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Meteora
On this private tour, you get to see the best parts of the Meteora, one of the most popular UNESCO sights. Our expertized personnel will take you from your accomondation and drive among the giant rocks. Over there you will have the chance to see how monks managed to build monasteries on the top of these giant rocks and learn the history of the area from the best tour leaders of the area. Visit Great Meteoro or Varlaam monastery (depends on the day)
Great Meteoron Monastery
The monastery of Tranfiguration of Jesus is the first monastic community in the area. Before blessed Athanasion of Mt Athos started this monastic community monks were living in Meteora only as hermits or ascetics. A monastery with a great almost 700 years history.
Varlaam Monastery
The monastery of Varlaam, which was the first that a pulley system was used from monks so they could bring materials on the top of the rock easier and safer. The monastery has an amazing museum and also you can admire the original pulley system and the frescoes of the great artist Frago Catellano.
Inclusions
- English speaking mountain tour leader(French,Spanish or Italian speaking guide upon availability)
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick up from your acommondation in Kalabaka or Kastraki
- Monastery's entrance fee which is 5€ per person for each monastery
- Tips (optional)
- Guide for inside the monasteries
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Νot recommend for children under 6 years
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
VIP Meteora Tours Kondili 38, 42200, Kalambaka, Greece
