Meteora & Thermopylae Full-Day Private Guided Tour from Athens

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  • Price from
    €480
  • Duration
    12 h
  • Group size
    Private tour
  • Guide languages
    English, French

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    Overview

    Experience the UNESCO-listed monasteries of Meteora and the legendary battlefield of Thermopylae on this private full-day tour from Athens. Travel in a luxury, air-conditioned vehicle with your personal driver-guide, who brings these extraordinary sites to life. At Meteora, marvel at monasteries perched on towering rock pillars and visit active ones still inhabited by monks. Stop at Thermopylae to walk where the 300 Spartans made their heroic stand. Door-to-door hotel pickup included.

    What's included

    • Pick up and drop off
    • Private driver-guide (English & French)
    • Bottled water
    • Air-conditioned vehicle

    Not included

    • Meals, drinks and beverages
    • Entrance fees to the Monasteries in Meteora
    • Gratuities

    What you will do

    • Thermopylae

      Meet with your host early in the morning and start driving along central Greece. First stop will be at the battlefield of Thermopylae ( or the "Hot Gates" ). Here is where king Leonidas and the 300 Spartans fought against Persian King Xerxis during the 5 century BC.

      20 min

    • Continue on through the plain of central Greece and pass by little towns like Trikala , Karditsa before reaching the modern town of Kalambaka or recently renamed as Meteora. First sight of the Unesco world heritage is breathtaking watching the grey vertical rocks as we approach .Upon arrival we shall visit Meteora and the 2 major monasteries. The breathtaking scenery perched on huge rocks which seem to be suspended in mid-air, will give you the chance to have great photos, while the top standing ageless monasteries will introduce you to exquisite specimens of Byzantine art. You will visit 2 monasteries.

      2 h

    • As soon as you finish with the monasteries we will arrive back at the city of Kalambaka for lunch. Plenty of choices of Greek traditional food will certainly meet your expectations.

      2 h

    • Long way back but certainly worth it. The driver will drop you off at your place.

      Pass by, no stop

    Meeting point

    Pickup: For airport and cruise port arrivals, our driver will wait for you at the arrivals terminal holding a sign with your name on it. For Airbnb or any other apartment pick-ups, kindly note that we need the full address and postal code (5 digits) of the apartment.

    Important information

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.