Thessaloniki: Full-Day Bus Trip to Meteora

50.00

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Meteora on a full-day trip from Thessaloniki. Visit 2 monasteries, admire breathtaking views, and enjoy a traditional lunch in a village taverna.
Total: 50.00

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Duration 11 hours

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Live tour guide

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About the guides

NickAn unforgettable day trip!
The bus trip from Thessaloniki to Meteora was perfectly organized and very comfortable. Meteora itself is absolutely breathtaking — the monasteries, the views, everything felt surreal. The guide was knowledgeable and gave us great insights throughout the day. Highly recommended if you’re visiting Northern Greece.
VictorWell-organized and truly impressive experience
This full-day trip was one of the highlights of our stay in Thessaloniki. The transportation was smooth, the timing well planned, and Meteora exceeded all expectations. Plenty of time to explore, take photos, and enjoy the unique atmosphere. A must-do tour!
JuliaWorth every minute
From start to finish, everything was seamless. The bus was clean and comfortable, and Meteora was simply magical. Seeing the monasteries perched on the rocks is something you’ll never forget. Excellent value for money and a fantastic way to spend a full day.
09:00
Starting location:

Statue of Eleftherios Venizelos

10:00
Bus/coach

(100 minutes)

12:00
Meteora

13:00
Monastery

Visit, Sightseeing (45 minutes) (Extra fee)

14:00
Monastery

Visit, Sightseeing (45 minutes) (Extra fee)

15:00
Kastraki

Lunch (1 hour)

18:00
Arrive back at:

Statue of Eleftherios Venizelos

Meeting point

Meet your guide on Aristotelous Square and Egnatia Street, in front of the Venizelos Statue.

Highlights

  • Visit 2 of the 6 Holy Monasteries of Meteora
  • Capture panoramic views of dramatic rock formations
  • Enjoy lunch in the charming village of Kastraki
  • Experience one of Greece’s most breathtaking landscapes
  • Learn the history and culture of this UNESCO World Heritage Site

Full description

Set off from Thessaloniki on a full-day journey to Meteora, one of Greece’s most awe-inspiring UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Towering sandstone pillars rise dramatically from the plain of Thessaly, crowned with centuries-old monasteries that defy gravity and time.

Includes

Not suitable for

People with mobility impairments

Wheelchair users

Important information

What to bring

Know before you go

The coach journey from Thessaloniki to Meteora is 3.5 hours each way, including a short stop along the way to use the restroom and buy snacks. The monasteries have strict dress rules prohibiting entry to male visitors wearing shorts and female visitors with sleeveless sweatshirts Women need a long skirt/ dress to enter the monasteries. Women cannot enter the monasteries wearing trousers or jeans. To reach the monasteries, you will be required to climb stairs The €5 entrance fee to each monastery is not included in the ticket price, this must be paid in cash You will stop for a traditional Greek lunch in Kastraki, this is not included in the ticket price

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