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Full-Day Trip to Meteora from Thessaloniki
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Full-Day Trip to Meteora from Thessaloniki

By Ammon Express
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Access the World Heritage Site of Meteora without the stress of train tables or bus transfers on this day trip from Thessaloniki. Starting at your choice of central meeting points, you’ll go straight to the remote monasteries in an air-conditioned coach or minivan, enjoying views of the mountains and plains along the way. Tour two of the most impressive sites with a guide for a more in-depth experience than you might get on your own.
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Ages 0-99, max of 49 per group
Duration: 11h
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Highlights
  • Visit the UNESCO-listed Meteora monasteries with a guide
  • Transport from Thessaloniki takes the hassle out of getting to the remote site
  • Learn about the history and construction of the amazing clifftop retreats
  • Well-paced itinerary allows time for lunch in nearby Kalambaka

  • Transport to and from Meteora
  • English speaking excursion attendant
  • Basic travel insurance (during transport)
What's not included
  • Entrance fees (€3 per monastery – cash only)
  • Guided tour inside the monasteries and museums
  • The cost of the lunch at the restaurant
  • Tips
  • Entry/Admission - Meteora


Start:
  • Statue of Eleftherios Venizelos, Egnatia 78, Thessaloniki 546 24, Greece
    Aristotelous square and Egnatia square in front of Statue of Eleftherios Venizelos at 08:00
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 63073P2

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Our trip attendant shall wear a clothing with the AMMON Express marking so that he will be recognisable easily.
    • You should be at the departure points 10' before the time indicated in the schedule. The bus cannot remain at designated stops, except for boarding.
    • The monasteries have strict dress rules prohibiting entry to male visitors wearing shorts and women visitors with sleeveless sweatshirts. Women need a long skirt/ dress to enter the monasteries.
    • The approach to the monasteries is achieved through stairs and requires comfortable footwear.
    • Please be consistent with the exact appointment times specified by the Ammon Express escort, so that the excursion to Meteora will remain unforgettable to all participants.
    • Please bring cαsh with you for entrance fees (€3 per monastery)
    • Most travellers can participate
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travellers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 63073P2

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    • Egnatia 78, Thessaloniki 546 24, Greece
      Aristotelous square and Egnatia square in front of Statue of Eleftherios Venizelos at 08:00
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      We reach Meteora at around 12:30p.m; this fascinating complex of huge steep rocks of pennant, arising close to the first elevations of the longest sierra in Greece, Pindos (the “spine” of Greece). We visit two of the six operating Holy Monasteries depending on the schedule of each one. During our visits to the monasteries we make a short stop to admire the stunning panoramic view of the Holy Monasteries from up high and capture the mystique of the landscape. The wild unapproachable area with the sandstones of more than 65 millions years old is majestic and at the same time unearthly and divine as until today their origin cannot be explained. Next, we enjoy our greek traditional lunch break in Kastraki, at Kalampaka area, against the view of the astonishing Meteora. We depart to Thessaloniki at around 15:30p.m and we have a last stop for 20΄ for coffee and rest. We are back at about 19:00p.m, making the same stops where we started from.
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    Kathy
    34 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    June 2021
    We travelled with an excellent Driver/Guide Lazarus. What a happy and positive man. He was very tolerant when one couple in the group held up the departure by half an hour because they were looking for a full size coach, not a van. We would like to recommend to Ammon to use only the White Tower for a non complicated pick up point. We were prepared to walk a few minutes further to be sure of the pick up location. It was a long journey and we found the nine seater van, with seven people to be a little stuffy with no opening windows in the back passenger seats. The air conditioner seem to struggle on a 30 degree day. That aside, the excursion was very well priced and well worth the journey. Participants were taken to a restaurant for lunch. Average meal prices were around 12 - 13 euro for those who wished to eat there. We had a great day. Men to note, no shorts and for the ladies, skirts are compulsory in the monasteries and no sleeveless tops. You can purchase wrap around material at the monastery for one euro. We highly recommend a visit to Meteora.
    Written 21 June 2021
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    Andi T
    5 contributions
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    Jan 2023 • Friends
    From start to finish this was a brilliant experience. It was easy to book online. The company was easy to contact and responded quickly to queries. The email confirmation had all the information you needed with detailed itinerary for the day information about what was and what wasn't included in the tour price so there were no surprises. On the day the tour guide Yiannis was on time and again ensured we all knew what to expect from the day ahead. Yiannis throughout the day was attentive polite and was extremely informative. His wealth of knowledge, his passion for the history of his country and his ancestors made the experience so much better. Throughout the day Yiannis made sure everyone was ok and that no one needed anything. I couldn't have asked for a better guide/driver. The tour itself was beautiful with amazing scenery of mountains and monasteries. We visited two beautifully preserved monasteries and stopped for photos at scenic points. We were taken to a lovely local restaurant with great food
    Written 20 January 2023
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    Kathryn F
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    Aug 2023 • Couples
    This was an excellent tour from start to finish. The guide (Rita) was knowledgeable and engaging and relayed a lot of information. The scenery was spectacular, and everything was on time. I highly recommend this tour. However, it is probably not the tour for children or those with mobility problems. There were 193 steps to enter one of the monasteries and there was some walking involved. Here are several tips: Take a hat if traveling in the summer. The monasteries have a small entry fee which can only be paid in cash (Euros only, no credit cards). Finally, there is a strict dress code, especially for women. Don't wear tank tops, shorts, or pants. You may have to wear some skirts supplied by the tour or you may be refused entry. There is also no photography allowed inside the churches. However. don't miss this unbelievable experience.
    Written 24 August 2023
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    Thank you for sharing your experience and providing helpful tips for the Full-Day Trip to Meteora from Thessaloniki. It's great to hear that you found the tour excellent and that Rita, the guide, was knowledgeable and engaging. Your advice about taking a hat, being prepared for the entry fees (cash only), and adhering to the dress code is valuable information for future travelers. Indeed, Meteora is a stunning destination, but it's important for visitors to be aware of the specific requirements, especially regarding dress code and physical activity. This information can help travelers better prepare for the trip. Your recommendation to not miss this incredible experience is a testament to the beauty of Meteora. If you have any more details or insights to share, or if you have any questions, please feel free to do so. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Best regards, Mary Polatidou
    Written 16 October 2023
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    Rebecca
    Hamburg, Germany2 contributions
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    The Meteora monasteries are stunningly beautiful and really worth a visit. However, we recommend to visit them on your own terms and not with this tour. The staff were very nice and helpful. Unfortunately each stop at Meteora was very short and the schedule felt very tight. We arrived back in Thessaloniki at 6:15 p.m. (45 mins earlier than scheduled), and had spent only about 3.5 hours at the actual site. Of that, less than two hours were free to visit the monasteries and enjoy the views. Of course, the approximate schedule was known when we booked, but for such a distance it would make sense to spend as much daylight as possible at the site and return later in the evening. Our guide's explanations throughout the drive to Meteora were interesting, but hard to understand since the audio quality of the speakers in the bus was poor and the speaker above our seats occasionally stopped working. The van was uncomfortable as the seats were unergonomic and there was very little space per passenger. It was crowded up to the last seat. What ruined the trip for us was the inconsiderate behaviour of other passengers concerning the COVID-rules. We sat in the back of the bus, where many people occasionally or even completely took off their masks, sometimes for hours, even though we kindly asked them to put it on. That made us feel very uncomfortable throughout the tour. Also, vaccination certificates were officially required but never checked.
    Written 2 April 2022
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    Thank very much for your detailed review. We are happy that you liked our staff. We have taking into consideration your comments about the duration of the trip and for the covid regulations. We hope to see you again in the future. Best regards, Mary Polatidou
    Written 17 April 2022
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    James
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023
    The tour guide and driver were very friendly and an interesting commentary was provided during the drive. The scenery was spectacular. The queues into the monasteries were a little large, however, this was not the fault of the organised tour - we still had enough time to experience the interiors.
    Written 14 August 2023
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    Thank you for sharing your fantastic experience on our Full-Day Trip to Meteora from Thessaloniki. We are thrilled that you found our tour guide and driver to be friendly and that you enjoyed the insightful commentary provided during the drive. It's wonderful to hear that you found the scenery to be spectacular and that you were able to experience the interiors of the monasteries, despite the queues. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we appreciate your understanding regarding any inconveniences you may have encountered. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more enriching experiences in the future. Best regards, Mary Polatidou
    Written 16 October 2023
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    Alina C
    Bucharest, Romania11 contributions
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    June 2023 • Friends
    My journey with Ammon Express to the Meteora Monasteries from Thessaloniki was a true highlight of my travels. The guide provided by Ammon Express was exceptional. Her deep knowledge of the monasteries' history and cultural significance added depth to the experience. The sight of the monasteries perched atop the majestic rock formations was awe-inspiring, and I appreciated the freedom to explore at my own pace. Ammon Express ensured a seamless trip, allowing ample time for photography, contemplation, and admiration of the breathtaking views. The guide's expertise and the impeccable organization of the trip made this expedition truly memorable. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a unique and enchanting journey.
    Written 9 July 2023
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    Lars Due Isling
    Copenhagen, Denmark121 contributions
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    It's a long drive from Thessaloniki but you will not regret it. Our guide was the very dedicated Lazarus from the town of Thessaloniki. On the way to Meteora you will see mount Olympus from a distance. In Meteora you will see all the monestarys from the outside and visit 2 of them. The location on high narrow clifs is stunning and the buildings are also pretty cool, especialy inside with beauteful wall paintings. My highest recomendation and 5 big stars
    Written 15 October 2020
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    Dear Lars thank you very much for your nice words! Such positive messages encourage us to continue offering high quality services based on the ancient roots of Greek hospitality and combined with the endless beauty of nature and its miraculous artworks! The human intervention on the gigantic rocks of Meteora is indeed a "must see" in North Greece! Lazaros is an absolute lover of Greek nature and a free spirit always happy to transmit his passion and interesting stories to every traveler! We hope to see you again in the future!
    Written 16 October 2020
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    cypriotpal
    Hampshire, UK1,066 contributions
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    Sept 2020
    We were a group of 17 who went in a coach to Meteora from Thessaloniki. The coach was very comfortable with an excellent driver. We used one of the restaurants along the motorway for coffee and then went on to Meteora. We had time to wander around the first monastery which was one easy to enter. The area became more devotional as you entered further into the complex buildings. The Church was very beautiful with the painted walls and ceiling. We then drove on to another monastery which was up a very steep hill,. Down near the road there were several stalls selling food and souvenirs which some of us stayed at whilst others made the climb. When we left there we were taken to a restaurant with a buffet and spent 45 minutes there. There was a choice of about 5 meals.
    Our guide was excellent and made the day something to remember from our stay in Thessaloniki.
    Written 3 November 2020
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    Dear cypriotpal thank you very much for sharing your comments and describing your beautiful experience with us! We are really happy that our excursion to the breathtaking Meteora was the icing on the cake of your visit in Thessaloniki :) . The schedule is designed in every detail so that all our travelers get the most out of the visit up on the gigantic rocks, the Holy Monasteries and the gastronomic "treasures" of the area. We hope to see you again!
    Written 4 November 2020
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    Jules
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    June 2021
    What a fabulous day! Our amazing Tour Leader, Mr Lazaros, guided us throughout the day and covered not only history of Meteora, but a fantastic history lesson of Thessaloniki on-route.
    Nothing was too much trouble and you could feel that he loved his job. Such passion and a great appetite for everything Greek.
    I would recommend this tour as a top priority for everyone fortunate enough to visit Thessaloniki.
    Comfortable transportation with air conditioning. Views of Mount Olympus en-route.
    The explanations for the 2 monasteries was given before entering, so you had complete free time to view at your own pace and take as many photos as you desire, without being tied to the rest of the group.

    I would have loved to have taken another tour with them, but unfortunately I didnt have enough days left.

    Fantastic value for money and I have wonderful memories.
    I went as a solo traveller but I met some really nice people.
    Written 14 June 2021
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    Emil K
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    The trip itself was great. The only thing we didn't like was the restaurant the tour guide recommended for lunch. It's a tourist trap. First, they didn't have what we ordered and they offered the lumb substitute. They didn't inform us the price would be double. But that's not all. The lamb dish didn't have any meat but instead it eas all grilled fat and skin. It was not edible. Stay away from the recommended restaurant since it paid the cut for the excursion guide and was interested only in ripping tourists off. Go instead to another close by restaurant that is honest and provide good food and service.
    Written 5 May 2024
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    Thank you for sharing your feedback about the trip. We're glad to hear that overall, you had a great experience. Regarding the restaurant recommended by the tour guide, please note that dining there is optional. We inform our customers that they are welcome to bring their own food if they prefer, or explore the area during that time. We appreciate your feeedback and hope to join us again in the future.
    Written 9 July 2024
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