Join this 3-day/ 2-night rail tour from Athens to Meteora to discover the beauty and the history of a unique geological phenomenon and the Byzantine Monasteries listed as UNESCO World Heritage monuments.

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Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Mobile ticketing: Use your phone or print your voucher
Duration 3 days: Check availability to see starting times.
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Live tour guide: English

Highlights

Enjoy captivating views of an out of this world landscape
Engage in memorable activities
Join two top rated tours and activities

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Day 1 Trains are the most spacious and comfortable way of travel in Greece. Catch the morning train to Kalambaka from Athens Larissa railway station, and enjoy a trip that will give you the chance to admire the beauty of the Greek countryside. Upon your arrival in Kalambaka your English-speaking driver will be waiting for you at the train station holding a signboard with your name on it to transfer you to your hotel. Late in the afternoon, a VIP minibus will pick you up from the hotel to join the Meteora Sunset Tour to admire breathtaking views of Meteora and to discover the hidden gems of this place. Day 2 For the next morning, have the chance to choose the activity you wish: the Half-Day Morning Tour of Meteora to see the main attractions, the monasteries of Meteora with a VIP minibus or the Hiking Tour of Meteora to walk among the rock giants. Visit 2 monasteries of Meteora, the secluded hermit caves of Badovas and enjoy the best panoramic viewpoints of the 6 monasteries. After this morning tour, the bus will drop you back to your hotel. The evening is free for you to explore the area on your own. Day 3 The morning is free. In the evening, a taxi transfer will be arranged for you from your hotel to the local train station at Kalambaka. At 5:15 PM, the train departs from Kalambaka and arrives at 9:25 PM to Athens.

Includes

2-nights stay at a three-star hotel with breakfast
Join the Meteora Sunset Tour
Choose between the Meteora Hiking Tour or the Meteora Half-Day Tour
Train tickets with return from Athens to Meteora
Pick-up and drop-off from Kalampaka train station to your hotel and back
English-speaking tour leader on the tours
Free map and bottle of water provided on the tours
Free Wi-Fi on-board the tour bus
English, French, Italian, Spanish, Romanian and Russian guides on request

Entrance fees
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities (optional)

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask

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Meeting point

You will board the train yourself in Athens at the Athens Railway Station. Your train departs from platform 8, and your driver will be waiting for you at the Kalampaka train station when you arrive there.

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What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Sunscreen

Know before you go

Adult pricing applies to all travelers
A small amount of walking is involved
Not wheelchair accessible
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
You will board the train from Athens on your own, using the tickets sent to you via email

From Athens: 3-Days Meteora Rail Tour

From Athens: 3-Days Meteora Rail Tour

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