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Meteora: Private Hiking,Morning or Sunset Exploration
Meteora, Greece, Europe
$78.08
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they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Kalambaka serves as the gateway to the breathtaking Meteora rocks, where ancient monasteries cling to towering cliffs. This private hiking tour invites you to uncover hidden paths and learn the rich history of this UNESCO World Heritage site with expert local guides.
- 🏷️ Morning Hiking Option: Enjoy a guided exploration that includes free time to visit one of the stunning monasteries.
- 🏷️ Afternoon Sunset Option: Experience the captivating sunset from a breathtaking viewpoint, along with a visit to the hidden Hermit Caves.
- 🚐 Pickup from your accommodation in Kalambaka or Kastraki ensures a seamless start to your adventure.
- 🌄 Marvel at the incredible architecture of the Great Meteoron and Varlaam monasteries, learning how monks ascended these cliffs to establish their communities.
- 💧 Stay hydrated with complimentary bottled water as you traverse the scenic landscapes.
- 🏞️ Discover the hidden monastery of Ypapanti, accessible only on foot, and explore the ruins of ancient monasteries from the Ottoman era.
- 🗣️ Benefit from the knowledge of an English-speaking mountain tour leader, with options for French, Spanish, or Italian guides based on availability.
- 🗺️ Enjoy a 4-hour journey through the stunning terrain, enriched by the stories and traditions of the region.
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Meteora: Private Hiking,Morning or Sunset Exploration
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours
- Free time to visit one monastery inside(morning option)
- Visit The hidden Hermit Caves(afternoon option)
- See the hidden monastery of Ypapanti from a close distance(morning option)
- Experience the captivating Sunset from a breathtaking point of view(afternoon option)
- Pick up from your acommondation in Kalabaka or Kastraki
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- See ruins of destroyed monasteries from the time of the Ottoman empire
- Bottled water
- English speaking mountain tour leader(French,Spanish or Italian speaking guide upon availability)
- Tips (optional)
- Monastery's entrance fee which is 5€ per person for each monastery
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MeteoraOn 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)
- 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. Behind the monastery of Great Meteoron you will meet ruins of destroyed monasteries and the hidden monastery of Ypapanti, accessible only on foot! (pass by)
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Varlaam MonasteryThe 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.
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KalambakaKalabaka is a town and seat of the municipality of Meteora in the Trikala regional unit. The Meteora monasteries are located near the town. A Greek inscription on the wall of one of the town's oldest churches (Saint John the Baptist) testifies to the existence of an ancient Greek settlement under the name Aiginion. In the 10th century AD, it was known as Stagoi (Σταγοί). The meaning of the word Kalabaka is of a Turkish origin and means "powerful fortress". Last returning stop is Kalabaka where the tour ends
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KastrakiSee village Kastraki which is built at the roots of the giant rocks. Learn the story and traditions related to the village and the hermit caves near it.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Meteora: Private Hiking,Morning or Sunset Exploration
Meteora, Greece, Europe
$78.08
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!