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Enjoy a fascinating trip to the Meteora rock formations with UNESCO world heritage listed monasteries, constructed on stunning naturally formed pillars.

Hike through ancient paths among the giant rocks, discover historical places and enjoy a hike suitable for the whole family. Discover sights which are hidden away from the public eye, and admire the church of Ypapanti. Hike in a beautiful landscape filled with history View impressive monastries hidden in the mountains Learn local history from your certified mountain guide

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.

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).

Discover the majesty of Meteora away from the crowds with an exclusive /intimate journey, limited to just 8 guests. Rather than just showing you the sights,our experienced tour leader and driver they will provide you an authentic experience.You can visit by yourself 1/2/3 monasteries (the fee is payed in cash to each monastery).But if you want a deeper understanding of the region's rich heritage, we can offer you an optional service featuring licensed tourist guides (available in English, French, Romanian). For outdoor enthusiasts, we can add a short hike through the stunning wilderness of Meteora. Best of all, this private tour is entirely customizable. Just inform us what you are looking for and we will tailor the perfect itinerary, so that your dream trip became reality...

Sparta was unique in ancient Greece for its social system and constitution, which configured its entire society to maximize military proficiency at all costs, focusing all social institutions on military training and physical development. Sparta was the birthplace of king Leonidas and his 300 soldiers, famous for the battle of Thermopylae.

HERITAGE & FLAVORS, Naxos The Heritage & Flavors experience by Naxos Premium offers a genuine glimpse into the island’s authentic way of life. Rather than a typical sightseeing tour, it connects travelers with local traditions, people, and flavors. Visit the historic Moni Fotodoti, enjoy coffee beneath a centuries-old plane tree at Danakos Spring, step inside a traditional home to witness loom weaving, and join a young shepherd for a hands-on cheese-making experience. The journey concludes with a delicious meal prepared with fresh, local ingredients. With small groups and meaningful encounters with local hosts, this experience reveals the true cultural and culinary heart of Naxos.

Many centuries ago, on these gigantic rocks reaching heights of close to 2,000 feet, one of the most important monastic communities of Greece was formed. Enjoy a comprehensive Meteora half-day tour for 4 hrs, seeing all the area of Meteora, all 6 Holy Monasteries with the chance to visit inside 3 of them. Our tour guide will give you all the information you need about the area, share with you a vast amount of knowledge and he will help you to visualize why and how the first monks managed to establish one of the biggest monastic community in Greece on top of these unique rocks. Also with plenty of stops to the best viewpoints and with short walks, he will explain to you all the geological phenomena that had to occur so these impressive rocks could form. The panoramic views will offer you a once-in-a-lifetime experience and will give you the chance of shooting the most impressive photos to share with your friends.