Excursión de un día a Meteora desde Thessaloniki
Descripción
Hay pocos paisajes que emocionen a los viajeros tanto como una visita a la encantadora Meteora. Las gigantescas rocas con el volumen y la altura impresionantes, cuando surgen bruscamente en el borde de una gran llanura, interrumpen el paisaje suave como si fueran irreales, forman parte de un fenómeno geológico impresionante que no puede perderse la oportunidad de observar de cerca. Además, la intervención humana en este paisaje misterioso es sorprendente: los monasterios construidos en el punto más alto de las rocas parecen flotar entre la tierra y el cielo, entre los elementos humanos y divinos. En 1989, Meteora fue agregado a la lista del Patrimonio Mundial de la UNESCO.
Opciones de la excursión
Itinerario
Llegamos a Meteora alrededor de las 12:30 p. m.; este fascinante complejo de enormes rocas empinadas de banderín, que surge cerca de las primeras elevaciones de la sierra más larga de Grecia, Pindos (la "columna vertebral" de Grecia). Visitamos dos de los seis Santos Monasterios operativos dependiendo del horario de cada uno. Durante nuestras visitas a los monasterios hacemos una breve parada para admirar la impresionante vista panorámica de los Santos Monasterios desde lo alto y captar la mística del paisaje. La zona salvaje inaccesible con las areniscas de más de 65 millones de años es majestuosa y al mismo tiempo sobrenatural y divina ya que hasta el día de hoy no se puede explicar su origen. A continuación, disfrutamos de nuestro almuerzo tradicional griego en Kastraki, en el área de Kalampaka, frente a la asombrosa vista de Meteora. Partiremos hacia Tesalónica alrededor de las 15:30 p. m. y tenemos una última parada de 20 ΄ para tomar un café y descansar. Estamos de vuelta sobre las 19:00h, haciendo las mismas paradas de donde partimos.
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Información importante
- Adecuado para todos los niveles de aptitud física
- Nuestro asistente de viaje debe usar una prenda con la marca AMMON Express para que sea fácil de reconocer.
- Deberás estar en los puntos de salida 10' antes de la hora indicada en el horario. El autobús no puede permanecer en las paradas designadas, excepto para abordar.
- Los monasterios tienen reglas estrictas de vestimenta que prohíben la entrada a visitantes masculinos que usen pantalones cortos y mujeres visitantes con sudaderas sin mangas. Las mujeres necesitan una falda/vestido largo para entrar a los monasterios.
- El acercamiento a los monasterios se logra a través de escaleras y requiere calzado cómodo.
- Por favor sea consistente con los horarios exactos de citas especificados por la escolta de Ammon Express, para que la excursión a Meteora sea inolvidable para todos los participantes.
- Por favor traiga dinero en efectivo con usted para las entradas (5 € por monasterio)
Opiniones(594)
Fantastic Meteora tour! Everything was perfectly organized from start to finish. Our guide, EvaM10, was professional, very kind, friendly, and very informative. Everything was clearly explained, the lunch stop was great, and Meteora was absolutely breathtaking. An unforgettable experience—highly recommended!
Excellent experience! Everything exactly as expected and was clearly explained on the website. There was enough time to visit each monastery, to look around, and to take pictures of the extraordinary landscape. We stopped at a restaurant stop on the way there - and on the way back - with bathrooms, bakery, coffee and souvenirs. Prices and quality was good. Lunch spot was also very good. Prices a bit higher as expected in a touristic pla e, but quality was high and staff was friendly and efficient. Overall an excellent experience if you only have 1 day to visit meteora. The guide was friendly and informative. Always very clear in pickup times and about what to expect. And some extra tips.
We did the Meteora day trip, and à Thessaloniki Food walking tour with Ammon Express. Both tours were well-organised, expertly guided, and great value for money. Cee-Cee was the Meteora guide, she was efficient, friendly, knowledgeable, and on top of every detail. The coach was comfortable, and the itinerary was perfect. The guide for our Food Walking Tour, I think it was Adrianna, was also very good. She was knowledgeable and friendly, and the tour was very enjoyable. We would have no hesitation in recommending these Ammon Express tours if you’re visiting Thessaloniki.
A very well organised and run day trip to Meteora, with a lovely and informative guide (Eleni). We had a great day and highly recommend.
We wanted to go to Meteora for a while. Booked this trip in plenty of time to avoid any disappointment. We were met on time by Eleni and travelled in a comfortable air conditioned coach. Stop off half way for a comfort break and refreshments. Whilst travelling Eleni pointed out things of interest. Arriving at Meteora it was more breathtaking than the pictures could possibly capture. We had plenty of time and opportunity to take photos. We went for lunch in a fantastic panoramic restaurant where the food was slightly more expensive than Thessaloniki but was of a good quality. Stop off half way again on the way back into Thessaloniki for a comfort break. It was a long day but well worth it and I would recommend this trip as a must if you’re coming to Thessaloniki.
This tour was absolutely amazing and had everything you could want – stunning monasteries, breathtaking views, and a really well-planned itinerary. Cici was a fantastic guide, sharing lots of interesting information in a friendly and engaging way. Although the tour lasts over 10 hours, the time flew by because there was always something incredible to see. I'd definitely recommend it!
Incredible views and a comfortable bus! The mountains and rock formations were unlike anything I have ever seen!
A long day, but absolutely worth it to experience the incredible monasteries of Meteora. We visited two monasteries and stopped at a beautiful viewpoint overlooking the others — a highlight of the day. There was one restroom break on the way to Meteora and another on the return, and the monasteries themselves also have facilities, which made the journey comfortable. The time allocated at each monastery felt adequate, and we never felt rushed while exploring. Our guide was informative and approachable, adding helpful context throughout the day without overwhelming the experience. Lunch was arranged at a specific restaurant that isn’t near any alternatives, so there are no other dining options. The food was decent, fairly priced, and served quickly — we were able to finish within about an hour. Overall, it’s a long day, but the sights of Meteora are spectacular and absolutely worth the trip. Highly recommend.
The tour itself was okay overall, but it was ruined at the end. Instead of stopping for lunch in the city, as stated in the tour description, we stopped in the middle of nowhere with only two restaurants to choose from, and the guide was clearly steering people toward one of them. As our break was coming to an end, it started pouring rain. Although the driver was inside the bus, he wouldn’t let us in and told us to wait outside by the road. To make matters worse, the guide herself came back late.
Wonderful experience no one should miss in Thessaloniki . Wish there were more than two monasteries to visit. The lunch was very delicious at the Greek taverna .
