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Guided all day tour to Meteora rocks & Monasteries

Location Ioannina, Epirus, Greece, Europe
$318.44
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Overview

Meteora, a UNESCO World Heritage site, stands as one of the greatest monuments of the world. This breathtaking monastic center in Greece features towering rock formations and rich history, attracting visitors from around the globe.

  • 🏛️ Visit the Great Meteoron Monastery, the largest of the monasteries, with its stunning church dedicated to the Transfiguration, built in the 14th century and now functioning as a museum.
  • ⛪ Explore Varlaam Monastery, the second largest, featuring a church dedicated to the three Bishops, built in 1541, with museum elements including the old refectory.
  • 🌄 Discover the Holy Monastery of St. Stephan, the most accessible monastery, with its small church constructed in the mid-16th century and operating as a nunnery.
  • 🕊️ Visit the Holy Monastery of Varvara Rousanou, dedicated to the Transfiguration but honored to Saint Varbara, built in the mid-16th century and also functioning as a nunnery.
  • 📸 Capture stunning views at the Meteora Observation Deck, known as "Sunrise Rock", ideal for breathtaking photos of the sunrise and sunset over the landscape.
  • 🍽️ Enjoy a lunch break in Meteora, offering a chance to savor local cuisine before returning to Ioannina city.
  • 🚐 Comfortable private transportation included for a smooth journey throughout the tour.
  • 💧 Stay refreshed with bottled water provided during the tour.
  • 🎟️ All entrance tickets to the monasteries are included, ensuring a hassle-free experience.
  • 👨‍🏫 Benefit from a certified guide who will share insights into the rich history and significance of each site visited.

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Guided all day tour to Meteora rocks & Monasteries
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

  • Photographic & video material
  • Guiding
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Lunch
  • Tickets to monasteries
  • Certified guide for monasteries

  • Great Meteoron Monastery
    The Holy Monastery of Great Meteoron or Monastery of the Transfiguration of the Saviour: It is the biggest of the monasteries. The church, honoured to the 'Transfiguration' was erected in the middle of 14th century and 1387/88 and decorated in 1483 and 1552. The old monastery is used as a museum, nowadays. Note: Every Tuesday is closed
  • Varlaam Monastery
    The Holy Monastery of Varlaam is the second, after the Great Meteoron, big in size monastery. The church, honoured to the three Bishops, is in the Athonite type (cross-in-square with dome and choirs), with spacious esonarthex (lite) surrounted by dome as well. It was built in 1541/42 and decorated in 1548, while the esonarthex was decorated in 1566. The old refectory is used as a museum while north of the Church we can see the chapel of the Three Bishops built in 1627 and decorated in 1637. Note: Every Friday is closed
  • The Holy Monastery of St. Stephan is one of the most attainable as we don't have to cope with innumerable stairs to reach it. The small single – nave church of St. Stephan was built in the middle of 16th and decorated in 1545 or a little later. The 'Katholikon', honoured to St. Charalambos, was built in the Athonite type, in 1798. The old refectory of the convent is used as a museum nowadays. It operates as a nunnery. Note: Every Monday is closed
  • The Holy Monastery of Varvara Rousanou, which is dedicated to 'The Transfiguration' but honoured to Saint Varbara. The 'Katholikon', in the Athonite type, was founded in the middle of 16th century and decorated in 1560. Both, the Katholikon and the reception halls are in the ground floor while the 'archontariki', cells and subsidiary rooms are scattered in the basement and the first floor. It operates as a nunnery. Note: Every Wednesday is closed
  • Meteora Observation Deck is a unique observation place and what incredible views, this observation point seems like it is magical and unreal. This spot is perfect for photos and videos. Also is known as "Sunrise Rock", because it is an ideal location for watching the amazing sunrise and sunset, and visitors can enjoy the amazing panoramic view of the city, mountains and surrounding areas.
  • Kalambaka
    Lunch break at Meteora and return to Ioannina city

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Guided all day tour to Meteora rocks & Monasteries

    Location Ioannina, Epirus, Greece, Europe
    $318.44
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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