Athens: Meteora 2-Day Tour Sunset & Morning Small Group + Hotel
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Athens, Greece
- 2 days (approx.)
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Avoid the complications of organizing a trip to the rock-side monasteries of Meteora yourself, and book a package put together by professionals. This overnight excursion combines your round-trip bus travel from Athens with station transfers, overnight hotel accommodation, a Meteora sunset tour, and either a hike or another tour on the final day.
- Quit puzzling over the bus schedules in a foreign country
- Relax with a tried-and-tested itinerary to visit Meteora from Athens
- See the sun go down over the UNESCO-listed Meteora monasteries
- Fit in more activities such as a Meteora hike on the second day
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Small-group Meteora Sunset Tour with monastery visit and hidden hermit caves.
- On the 2nd day choose between the Meteora Hiking Tour or the Meteora Half-day Tour by minibus
- Mini-bus transfers between Kalambaka train station, hotel, and tour starting points
- Free smart audio guide in Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Polish, Russian, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English.
- Modern air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi, USB chargers, and reclining seats
- Guided by expert local tour leaders born and raised in the Meteora region
- Free Meteora map, travel tips, and recommendations from your local guide
- Scenic coastal stopovers for seaside coffee, brunch, dinner, and rest breaks
- • 1-night stay with breakfast at a handpicked 3-star or Executive hotel depending on option selected
- Gratuities
- Meals
- Entrance fees per monastery€5.00 per person
- Hotel local tax
- State licensed guide inside the monastery
- Entrance fee - Byzantine Church of the Assumption of Virgin Mary€2.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Theodore Diligiannis, Athina 104 39, Greece
The bus will depart from Larissis train station in Athens at 08:00am. We request you to be present at the exit of the Larissa metro/subway station on Deligianni str, directly opposite the Athens train station Everest cafe, by 07:45am. Here is the location: https://goo.gl/maps/16AcMUsyJNSoFF698
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Start time.8:00 am
Itinerary
Day 1
Travel from Athens to Meteora by bus, soaking in Greek mainland views. Check in at noon, then enjoy a sunset tour.
4 Stops
1
Meteora
4 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Iera Moni Agiou Stefanou
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
3
Byzantine Church of the Assumption of Virgin Mary
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
4
Meteora
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: Overnight at a top-rated 3-star hotel or 4-star hotel
Meals: Not included
Day 2
Breakfast with stunning views, then choose between hiking or a half-day tour to explore monasteries and scenic vistas.
6 Stops
1
Great Meteoron Monastery
4 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Meteora
4 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
3
Varlaam Monastery
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
4
Roussanou Monastery
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
5
Meteora
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
6
Kalambaka
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: Not included
Meals: Breakfast
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- To enter the monasteries, appropriate clothing is required. Ladies should not wear short skirts and must have long sleeves. Men are not allowed to wear shorts
- Please bring cash for the entrance fees as some monasteries do not accept credit cards
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
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This was a well organised tour with very professional and informative guides. The initial onboarding process was a bit chaotic as there was limited parking for the buses at Larissa station with multiple coaches from the same company arriving, so I had to walk back across a busy street to find the right bus. I enjoyed the lunch stop on the way there and the tour itself. I did the hiking tour on the second day and had a great time. It was more relaxing than the coach tour the evening before. I stayed in the 3 Star hotel Kaikis which was fine and located on the Main Street so could walk around while waiting for the return bus the next day. Both guides were named ‘Evan’ and both were great. Would recommend.
The tour was very well organized. The guides are very knowledgeable and helpful. The tour covered almost everything in Meteora. The hotel stay was excellent, with a great breakfast. I highly recommend this tour.
This is a must do activity from Athens and definitely better to do the two days. Exceptional value for money!
I presume they would know about the number of stairs and the dress code for the monasteries.
One of the hotel choice is within walking distance of the town. Very nice cozy and quiet stay there.
Unforgettable experiences. Amazing trip highly recommended. Accommodation was very comfortable and relax. I would not skip this trip if you are visiting Athens.
The only minor thing is the logistics (transportation) is a bit unorganized. Small bus and then big buses. In my opinion much tjme is wasted moving people around. Other than that is was wonderful trip
This two day trip was amazing. I did Athens to Meteora and back to Athens over two days.
The crew was absolutely friendly, have thought of every requirement and very well cordinated. I did not have any challenge throughout the trip.
The only problem i noticed was there was additional trips planned by some people which i dint find in my option. Hence i couldn't book for the additional trip and had already made my booking in Athens. Would have loved to continue.
Amazing views Kalambaka and Kastriaki. The monastry are suspended in a cliff. Our tour guide Vasily and Apostales are very good and gave us a very historical and informative about the monastery and topography or geography of Meteora. Definitely a recommended place to go overnight or even spend 2 days there,
Fantastic tour to the monasteries! Chris was an exceptional guide! He was full of information and was so considerate of people on the tour. He always anticipated needs and was great at getting us to viewpoints to take photos. We thoroughly enjoyed this trip!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your fantastic review!
We’re delighted you enjoyed the monasteries and especially your time with Chris. His knowledge, care and ability to find the best viewpoints are a big part of what makes the experience special.
We’ll be very happy to share your kind words with him. Thank you for choosing Visit Meteora!
That Chris was magnificent
The site is beautiful.
The driver was good
And Chris made the tour .highly recommended
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re delighted that you enjoyed the beauty of Meteora and had such a great experience with Chris. Your description of him as a guide, historian and professor says it all — we’ll be very happy to share your kind words with him.
Thank you also for mentioning the driver, and for your recommendation. We’re very happy the tour was such a memorable experience!
Spectacular tour with great guides. Highly recommend the hiking option; its a relatively easy 7km hike that has some of the most beautiful viewpoints I've seen. A magical region with deep history, and a charming town in the shadows of the rocks.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for your wonderful review, Chris!
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the 2-day Meteora experience and that the hiking tour became such a memorable part of your trip. The trails around Meteora truly offer some breathtaking viewpoints, and we are happy you had the chance to experience the magic of the landscape up close.
It’s also great to hear that you appreciated the guides, the rich history of the area, and the charming atmosphere of Kalambaka beneath the towering rocks of Meteora.
Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Meteora in the future for even more adventures and hidden paths to explore!
Best regards,
Visit Meteora Team
I read on the suggestions that a two day tour was the best, but it is not! The visit to the monasteries is scheduled for the second day BUT only in the morning. So you finish at 13 hrs and the rest of the day, the agency “Visit Meteora” tell us that was “free time” in a small town just wasting your time. This is to wait for the One day tour until they finish at 17:15…. So you arrive very late in Athens around 22:30……. Some of our group, ask the manager of Visit Meteora for the chance to come back to Athens earlier but he absolutely said it was not “profitable” for the company…..
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your feedback.
We respectfully disagree with the view that a one-day tour is a better option. In fact, day trips from Athens involve many hours on the coach, limiting the time you can truly enjoy Meteora.
The morning tour on the second day finishes after 13:00, and the free time that follows is intentional—not wasted. Between 13:30 and 17:00, there are many things you can do: enjoy a relaxed lunch, walk through the local market streets for souvenirs, visit nearby museums, or even explore an additional monastery on your own.
This experience is not designed or operated as a fully escorted group tour from start to finish. Instead, it is a combination of small-group local tours with free time, allowing guests to explore Meteora at their own pace while staying in different local hotels.
In addition, we carefully design and coordinate the overall logistics, including the transfers with coastal stops. As explained, operating multiple daily departures back to Athens would not be sustainable—this is different from saying it is not “profitable.”
We are also actively looking into ways to better utilize this time by including optional afternoon visits, such as local museums, to further enhance the experience. At the same time, we would like to note that the weather conditions during your visit—especially the storms—may have also played a role, as they can limit the available options and overall experience during free time.
This flexibility is exactly what many travelers appreciate about the 2-day experience, as it offers a more relaxed and immersive visit compared to the long and demanding one-day trip.
We appreciate your comments and will continue working to better communicate the nature of this experience to future travelers.
If you are someone looking for a spiritual experience and history of Christianity in Greece, Meteora is incredible, but this tour is terrible.
This is primarily a bus ticket with extremely thin/little tour content. On a two day tour, the guide almost never entered the monasteries and the real content of the Orthodox faith was not presented. Orthodoxy was treated like a caricature. The guide did not seem to understand the Orthodox Christian faith and said many things which are theologically wrong. The first of our tour guides also stuck his hand behind the curtain into the sanctuary of an Orthodox monastery, which is an extremely serious matter in our faith.
The bus ride itself was over packed, with very little leg room on a very long bus ride. The bus stops in the morning at 10am at cafe that doesn't serve real Greek food (the food was also basically inedible), and then we finally were dropped off at our hotel at 1:20pm. The rooms were not ready, and the hotel had no food. We had to race into town to try to find food, and then were reprimanded for trying to get food.
As we explored the monasteries, we saw many other groups with guides who entered the monasteries and who were explaining the faith. For our group, nothing was really explained.
We specifically also selected the two day tour because we wanted additional information. However, instead we found the many of the sites from the first day were repeated and we were stuck with a different group that hadn't already been to these same places.
Meteora is an incredibly important place in the Orthodox Christian faith and the history of Greece. Please do yourself a favor and find a tour that respects the Orthodox Christian faith. This is not it.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We’re truly sorry that your experience did not meet your expectations, especially regarding the depth of information about the Orthodox faith.
We take your comments seriously and will discuss them with our guides to ensure accuracy and respect when presenting such an important subject.
We would also like to clarify that we do not advertise guided tours inside the monasteries, as this requires state-licensed guides, which are limited in our area. For this reason, all local operators follow the same approach, with explanations provided outside.
Regarding the transport and stops, we regret the inconvenience caused and appreciate your remarks, as they help us improve. Meteora is indeed a deeply significant place, and we always aim to present it with the respect it deserves.
Excellent trip. Well worth the money. The sunset tour on the first day was very good. Friendly guide. Went to all the monasteries as described with the explanations. The hotel is a true 4 star hotel. The only problem is a bit isolated. You will need to take a taxi to the town center for everything. We pick the hiking tour as the 2nd day itinerary. Again it’s very good. Physical demanding but good exercise. Love it!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Dear Benjamin,
Thank you very much for your great review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the 2-Day Meteora experience and found it worth the trip.
It’s wonderful to know that the sunset tour, the monastery visits, and the hiking tour on the second day were highlights of your stay. Meteora is truly special both from the viewpoints at sunset and while exploring the trails on foot, so we’re glad you had the chance to experience both.
We’re also happy that you enjoyed the hotel and the overall organization of the trip. Thank you for sharing helpful information about transportation to the town center as well.
We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Meteora again in the future!
Warm regards,
George
We had a great experience, highly recommend, thank you! Definitely worth seeing the amazing beauty of the region.
Travelling in these modern luxury buses, with a great team of drivers and tour guides who were very knowledgeable and super helpful giving attention to all of us in the group. Would love to revisit
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Dear Maria,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a great experience on the 2-Day Meteora tour and that you enjoyed discovering the incredible beauty of the region.
It’s great to know that you appreciated the comfort of the modern coaches and the care provided by our drivers and tour guides. Our team always aims to create a smooth, informative, and memorable experience for every traveler.
Thank you for your recommendation, and we would love to welcome you back to Meteora again in the future!
Warm regards,
George
I did the 2 day Meteora tour from Athens at the end of December. I had an amazing time. Meteora is a very special place, the tour was very well organised. Both guides and all drivers were excellent. Thank you to Vasilis the tour leader and Nikos the driver day 1. On Day 2 , the hiking led by Dimitris the mountain guide and Thodoris the driver. Both guides had great knowledge and love for their local area. Dimitris was very funny and really added to my experience. Thank you!!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you so much, Becky, for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had an amazing 2-day experience in Meteora and that everything was well organized. It’s great to know that Vasilis, Nikos, Dimitris, and Thodoris all contributed to making your trip special with their knowledge, professionalism, and passion for the area. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with the whole team. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back to Meteora in the future!
Beautiful place, everything under scheduled, great tour guides, I liked the hotel room. Very pleasant experience.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the beautiful setting, smooth scheduling, great guides, and the hotel stay. It’s wonderful to know the experience was so pleasant overall. We hope to welcome you back to Meteora again in the future!
The 2 day trip to Meteora was a wonderful tour. The guides were knowledgeable, friendly, punctual, and helpful. Visiting the monestaries was an amazing experience that I would highly recommend. We upgraded to the higher level hotel and it was well worth the money. If you are interested in visiting Meteora, this is the way to do it..
The guides and bus drivers were really good but the wait from 1pm to 5:30 pm to get transfered back to Athens is just annoying especially because most hotels dont allow a late check out. One has to hang out in the village although there is nothing to do. That made the experience - unfortunately- less good. I dont know why they do not find a different solution even though all customers dont seem to like it.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for your honest feedback. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the guides and drivers. The transfer timing is coordinated with shared return schedules and operational logistics to keep the tour affordable and reliable for all guests. We understand the waiting time can feel inconvenient, and we appreciate your comments as we continuously review possible improvements and alternative solutions.
Meteora is fantastic! An unreal landscape and a real lesson in Greek history. The monasteries were amazing.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Dear Mary,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed the breathtaking Meteora landscape and the rich history of the monasteries. It’s truly a unique place, and we’re delighted you had such a memorable experience with us.
We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Warm regards,
The Visit Meteora Team
Our both guides were great. Be ready to walk over 15K steps on first day and climb 28 floors on second day tour. Give yourself extra time In beginning of the trip, there was a confusing situation to find a right bus from the many parked buses, you have to check with each driver if you’re on their list. Also after being dropped off at the end of second day tour you have over 4 hours to kill until being picked up by the bus to return to Athens. I wish there was an option for early afternoon return.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Dear Eugenia,
Thank you for sharing your experience and for your kind words about our guides. We’re glad you enjoyed the tours and the incredible views of Meteora!
We understand that the full two-day itinerary involves a lot of walking and climbing, which is why we always recommend good footwear and planning some extra time at the start. Regarding the bus pick-up and return timing, we appreciate your feedback. While the schedule is designed to maximize the sightseeing and hiking experience, we will consider ways to make the waiting times more comfortable for future travelers.
We hope the memories and insights from your visit will stay with you for a long time!
Warm regards,
The Visit Meteora Team
The excursion was amazing. Our tour guide Chris was incredibly knowledgeable and just outstanding. Our driver Yiannis was also wonderful, personable, and a very safe driver negotiating some tight spots. Best excursion I ever had. The people of Kalambaka were so nice. Our hotel staff was welcoming, kind, and patient. They put out a delicious breakfast for us.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Dear Guest,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience on our two-day Meteora tour and that Chris and Yiannis made it so memorable with their knowledge, safety, and friendliness.
It’s also great to know that the people of Kalambaka and your hotel staff added to the experience with their warmth and hospitality. We’re delighted that this two-day adventure left such a positive impression, and we hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable experiences in Greece!
Warm regards,
The Visit Meteora Team
beautiful location,definitely worth a visit.
the only experience improvement I would make is :
1. to have a sign" viator bookings" by the bus in Larissis station - as there where a few busses to Meteora and people were confused which to take
2. adding timetable to itineraries - exact pick up times from hotels,drop off ,as people didn't know and were stressing out
3. wait for the bus to Athens on day 2 was way to long...from 1-6 pm in the afternoon heat ....hmmm
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Dear Magda,
Thank you for your review and suggestions. To clarify, our buses are clearly marked with our Visit Meteora logo and stickers. Viator is one of the online platforms we work with, so using their name on the buses would not be possible as many operators also sell via Viator.
Regarding hotel pick-ups, the order varies daily depending on the number and location of hotels and Airbnbs, but since our town is quite small, this process only takes a few minutes.
As for the return on Day 2, the guided part of the tour ends around 13:00–13:30, leaving free time for lunch, shopping, or even visiting the Natural History Museum until departure. For those who prefer to leave earlier, there is always the option of taking a public bus to Athens.
We truly appreciate your feedback and hope you enjoyed discovering Meteora with us!
Warm regards,
The Visit Meteora Team
Meteora itself is absolutely stunning and 100% worth visiting — the scenery and monasteries are unforgettable. That said, the logistics of this particular tour were awkward and left a lot to be desired.
The bus ride from Athens was advertised as 3.5 hours but ended up closer to 4.5 due to traffic (not their fault but if you're doing a day trip, this really cuts into your tour time). There was one 30-minute stop halfway, but it wasn’t really enough time to get food/do anything (most people just stood outside the bus). We later learned you could pre-order meals, but no one explained how or when to do that.
Once in Meteora, those of us staying overnight had to transfer to a different bus to check into our hotels, then had a couple of hours of free time before the 3:30 p.m. sunset tour. The sunset tour was lovely — great guide, well-paced, and lots of photo opportunities.
The next morning, the day tour took us into three monasteries. The experience was beautiful and the guide was wonderful, though I was disappointed that the Grand Monastery was closed on Tuesdays — knowing it's the most visited, it would have been nice if that was the monastery we visited during the sunset tour the night before. The day tour itself felt short (about 4 hours), with many of the same photo stops as the night before. To make things more confusing, guides sometimes gave conflicting information.
It quickly became clear that this trip is essentially multiple separate tours cobbled together. Communication about timing was poor — we often didn’t know when or where we were being picked up, and at one point I was even told a part of my itinerary was sold out, despite booking months in advance. Between transfers, gaps, and waiting around, a lot of time felt wasted. For example, after the morning tour we were dropped back in town with over four hours of downtime while waiting for the one-day tour people to finish so we could all ride the same bus back to Athens. Unfortunately, there isn’t much to do in town (and many places close mid-day). A longer tour of the monasteries (or visiting more monasteries) would have made much better use of the time.
On the return journey, we stopped in the same halfway town with 45 minutes for dinner.
Overall thoughts: Meteora itself is breathtaking and should not be missed, but this tour’s structure felt inefficient and disorganized. If I could do it again, I would probably rent a car — the monasteries all have parking and are easy to reach, giving you more freedom to explore (though you’d miss out on the guide’s commentary).
Also worth noting:
The 3-star hotel option is in town, which is convenient.
The 4-star hotels are outside of town, making it harder to get around.
Bottom line: Meteora is incredible, but this tour felt like a patchwork of separate trips with too much waiting and too little communication. I’d recommend considering alternative ways to visit unless you strongly prefer the convenience of an organized tour.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you for sharing your detailed experience. We’re glad you enjoyed Meteora and the sunset and day tours, as well as our guides’ knowledge and enthusiasm.
For clarification, we sent emails with the full itinerary prior to the tour, and the tour description is always available online. Our drivers also provide reminders about pick-up times. On the second day, the schedule included 4 hours of guided visits plus 4 hours of free time, allowing guests to explore parts of the monasteries on their own, stroll the town, shop for souvenirs, or enjoy a meal.
We appreciate your feedback regarding transfers, communication, and downtime, and we continue to improve logistics so guests can maximize their time. Despite the organizational challenges, we hope the beauty of Meteora left a lasting impression and we would be happy to welcome you again for an even smoother experience.
Very informative guides. Very much enjoyed the tour. Would highly recommend the tour to friends and family
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Hi Linda,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the 2-day experience and found our guides so informative. It’s great to know you’d recommend the tour to friends and family—that means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back to Meteora again in the future for even more memorable moments!
Super well organized. No stress trip. Meteora is the most stunning place! This tour gives you time in the town, a nice hotel and two amazing organized tours. They take care of everything for you!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Dear Nicole,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the 2-day Meteora tour, the organized excursions, and the relaxing time in town.
It’s fantastic to know that you found the trip stress-free and that Meteora left such a breathtaking impression. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience in Greece!
Best regards,
George
We had booked the two day tour with an overnight at the Grand Meteora. The hotel view was gorgeous with a balcony overlooking the rocks of Meteora. There was a pool and sauna; however, we didn’t use them due to limited hours and additional costs. The tours themself were great, including the sunset viewing. Seeing the largest Monastery was the highlight.
Only problem was after spending half-day of second day on a four we were dropped off mid-day at the office. Explored the town for several hours, but 3/4 were closed due to custom of an afternoon rest which you can appreciate given the heat. If I were to do it again, recommend going back to the hotel to spend the afternoon at the pool with a 5pm pick-up before heading back to Athens.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear that you found the trip worthwhile and that the monasteries and Meteora’s scenery left such a strong impression. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to your guide, who will be happy to know you appreciated his knowledge and stories. We hope to welcome you back again for more discoveries in Meteora!
This is a wonderful tour of Meteora. The transport up was smooth and easy with a stop in a beautiful seaside town. The two local tours were perfect. The guides and drivers were so informative, friendly and made for a great experience.
The only downfall is that you checking out on Day 2 at 8.30am and are dropped back in town at 1.30pm with 4 hours with nothing to do. We ended up renting a hotel room to get out of the heat. The transfer back should leave at 3.30pm after a break for lunch. Other than this is was a great tour.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Dear Rachhael,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for your kind words about our tour, guides, and overall experience in Meteora! We're very happy to hear you enjoyed the journey, the scenic seaside stop, and the friendliness and knowledge of our local team.
We also appreciate your comments regarding the time between check-out and the return transfer to Athens. This break is intentionally scheduled to provide guests with free time to explore the charming town of Kalambaka or Kastraki, enjoy lunch at a local taverna, or even make a self-guided visit to an additional monastery at their own pace.
That said, we completely understand that during hot summer days this time can feel a bit long, and your suggestion is well taken. We’re always reviewing our itineraries to find the right balance, and feedback like yours is incredibly helpful.
Thank you once again for traveling with us—we hope to welcome you back someday!
Warm regards,
George & the Visit Meteora Team
Exceptional. We had amazing tour guides and bus drivers. They gave us interesting stories and information. Your pictures will never capture the beautiful area of history and massiveness, but you will take a zillion photos. Going inside the monestaries was so educational and enlightening. We had a mishap leaving a travel bag behind that we needed to get travel home. The bus driver connected us immediately to Visit Meteora travel and they will have it on a bus tonight. We are so thankful with their ease, confidence and caring nature. Our tour guides were so personable taking pictures of us. They even had water on board after the many stairs. Recommend with 20 stars. Our hotel they lined up had a beautiful authentic breakfast and was so clean. Their staff also helped with our dilemma. Great caring staff. The town was cute to walk during our time not on tour. I highly highly recommend going and doing the overnight tour including the sunset tour and then next day tours. Amazing. All our friends seeing our posts have put it on their bucket list!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Dear Claire,
Wow – thank you so much for this incredible review! We’re truly touched by your kind words and thrilled to hear that your Meteora experience was everything you hoped for and more.
It means a lot to us that our team—guides, drivers, and hotel staff—made your journey not only informative and memorable, but also smooth and supportive, especially during your travel bag mishap. We're so glad we could help resolve it quickly.
Meteora is a magical place that photos can hardly do justice, and we’re happy you got to experience its beauty both at sunset and the next morning. Thank you for the heartfelt recommendation—20 stars is truly an honor!
We hope to welcome you and your friends to Meteora again someday.
Warmest regards,
George
Just finished up this 2 day tour to Meteora and wanted to share some insights.
The tour guides Dimitrius (for the 1st 1/2 day sunset portion) and Chris (for the hike 2nd 1/2 day) were phenomenal!! So much knowledge they shared with us - more than we ever expected. The rock formations in Meteora are a spectacular view and the Monasteries were quite unique.
The parts of the tour that we wish we had known ahead of time: the town of Kalabaka does not have much to do. We were there on Sunday for the 1st day and once you arrive at your hotel you have about 3+ hours before you get picked up for the sunset portion of the tour. Most businesses were closed in the afternoon so very little shopping and limited choices for lunch. More things were open once we returned after sunset. We did the hike the next morning rather than the bus tour. We hiked at a pretty good pace through some difficult terrain at times for a few hours until we arrived at a monastery for an hour break- only to continue hiking down to the road for our pickup point. I recommend that you are physically fit, wear good shoes with grip, and preferably long pants. The hike is about 7km long.
Once the hike was over, we again arrived back in Kalabaka (where we had already had to check out of our hotel room) and had 3+ hours before being picked back up to head back to Athens on the bus. A lot of businesses and restaurants again closed on Monday afternoon so limited lunch choices again.
Not sure if more things would be open during the busier times of tourist season or not?? Our tour was June 1-2.
I would recommend the tour simply for the fact that you learn a lot and the views are spectacular!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your experience and for your kind words about our guides Dimitris and Chris — we’re thrilled to hear they made such a strong impression and that you enjoyed Meteora’s stunning landscapes and rich history!
We appreciate your feedback regarding the downtime between activities. We'd like to clarify that even on Sundays and Mondays, there are over 20 restaurants and tavernas open in Kalabaka and Kastraki offering a wide range of options for lunch and coffee. While it’s true that some shops may close for a few hours in the afternoon, many souvenir shops remain open throughout the day, especially near the main square and the central road.
That said, we understand how timing and expectations can affect the experience, and we’ll look into ways to better communicate this part of the schedule in advance. Thank you again for your thoughtful review and recommendation — we hope to welcome you back in the future!
Warm regards,
George & the Visit Meteora Team
I had a wonderful time in Meteora!
1st day: We visited St. Stephan and Rousanou monasteries. It was a sunny day, and we caught an unforgettable sunset!
2nd day: The hiking tour was one of the highlights! Our guide, Chris, was amazing—he took me to hidden gem spots with fewer tourists, where I had chances to enjoy the breathtaking views.
My hotel stay in Kalampaka was pleasant, and I had a great sleep.
I would highly recommend this tour for first-time visitors who want to immerse themselves in Meteora’s history and natural landscape. As for me, I will definitely be back for rock climbing and more hiking tour in future!
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had an unforgettable time exploring Meteora and that the sunset and hiking tour were highlights of your trip. Chris will be thrilled to know that you enjoyed the hidden gems and breathtaking views he shared with you.
It's great to hear that your stay in Kalampaka was pleasant as well! We truly appreciate your recommendation, and we’d love to welcome you back for more adventures—rock climbing and hiking in Meteora are definitely experiences you won’t want to miss. See you again soon! 😊
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