15 Best Meteora Day Trips from Athens

“Even though the day started with thick fog and we couldn’t see anything at first, this tour was fantastic. Clement was an excellent guide — knowledgeable, friendly, and great at turning the foggy start into something fun and interesting. Once the mist lifted, everything he’d…”

“Making the trip to Meteóra was definitely worth it, such an amazing site, with a fascinating history. Our guide, Katarina, grew up in the area, and told us the history of the region, focusing on the Ottoman-dominating time in the Middle Ages when monks sought…”

“I loved this tour, it is a long day but it didn't feel like it! I had so much fun on this tour. The guide Maria was knowledgeable, funny and very approachable. We got to see three monasteries inside and six total from outside. I…”

“It was a magical place.This tour had a stop in a seaside village which was beautiful.So choose this one. There were not so many steps.The guide, Jim , was very good and drivers competent.The food looked quite good but as I get motion sick I…”

“This was an amazing day!! Coach trip was smooth and stopped for breaks as needed. Met by the tour guide then had lunch in Meteora which was lovely and very much appreciated!! Meteora was unbelievable!! You need to see it to appreciate this wonderful sight!!…”

“We had an amazing couple of days. Julie was a great guide and story teller. I must do trip for anyone coming to Greece.”

“This tour was truly the highlight of our vacation! Our guide, Foteini, was absolutely incredible. She kept everything on schedule while being so warm and accommodating. Her knowledge of each site was outstanding—her talks were always engaging, informative, and never boring. Our driver, Costa, was…”

“Great experience. Long day but the sites and experience was awesome. This is a one of a kind phenomenon to see. Brunch, lunch & dinner stops were somewhat confusing but it all worked out. Getting a taxi after the tour was a bit frustrating.”

“Wonderful two day tour. Great guide who was very knowledgeable in Greek history and art. Very comfortable bus/van. Perfect restroom stops along the way. Self serve restaurants were surprisingly very good. We took this tour after a 21 day Mediterranean cruise and it was definitely…”

“Visiting 2 wonderful monastries with just to the point explanation to all of the monastries. And plenty of time to take pictures makes it a special experience”

“Fascinating trip with stunning views of Greece. Ladies must wear dresses and men must wear long pants. And there are lots and lots of steps”

“It was truly a wonderful and memorable experience. The transportation was easy to book and the journey itself was very comfortable. Our guide was absolutely excellent — highly professional and led the tour with great energy and humor. He was simply the best. Many thanks…”

“Long bus ride but definately worth the time to see these amaing monasteries. Wish we had more time at the monasteries. If I go back it would be to stay for at least 2 days. Our guide Erica was excellent.”

“Guide Sofia and the driver Kostas were amazing! We were a part of a great group of almost 40 people but everyone was polite and punctual so we all gathered together in time. The experience was just amazing! I recommend this tour for everyone as…”

“Excellent tour with great value for the cost. Everything ran on time and the bus driver did an excellent job getting us to the monasteries safely. Definitely recommend Meteora Thrones.”