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Morning Horseback Tour in Meteora with Monastery Ypapanti

Location Meteora, Greece, Europe
$89.77
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Overview

Your morning adventure begins with a warm welcome at the stables, where you’ll meet your experienced guide and your gentle, well-trained horse. As you mount your horse, you’ll feel a sense of anticipation for the remarkable sights that await you.

Your ride will take you through picturesque trails that wind their way around the towering rock pillars that make Meteora a UNESCO World Heritage site. Marvel at the impressive geological formations that seem to touch the sky, and relish the tranquility of the early morning hours.

Among the highlights of this tour is a visit to the Monastery of Ipapanti, a spiritual oasis perched atop a rocky pinnacle. As you approach the monastery on horseback, you’ll be amazed by the remarkable feat of architecture and the stunning panoramic views that greet you. Take the opportunity to learn about the history, significance, and daily life within these ancient walls.

Morning Horseback Tour in Meteora with Monastery Ypapanti
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

  • helmet
  • Bottled water

Meeting point
Please be on spot 15 minutes before the starting time. Use google maps in order to be navigate on Meteora horse riding.
Return details
Please be on spot 15 minutes before the starting time. Use google maps in order to be navigate on Meteora horse riding.

  • Moni Ypapantis tou Kyriou
    It was founded in 1367 by the Prior/Abbot of the Skete of Dupiani . In 1765, it was restored by Athanasios Vlachavas , a local leader in the area who was a family member of Thymios Vlachavas. Today, Ypapantis Monastery (literally "Monastery of the Purification [of the Virgin Mary]") is inactive and rarely visited, although the building is totaly restored.
  • Meteora
    Panoramic viewpoints from different points
  • He was the son of Athanasios Vlachavas. In the 19th century, he achieved a prominent position among the other klepht leaders, and led the fight against Ali Pasha, the powerful and semi-independent Ottoman governor of Yanina. Along with others, he prepared a large-scale anti-Ottoman uprising in May 1808, but it was betrayed. Vlachavas was later captured by Ali Pasha by ploy, executed and quartered.

  • 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
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Morning Horseback Tour in Meteora with Monastery Ypapanti

    Location Meteora, Greece, Europe
    $89.77
    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
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