Excursion d'une journée à Meteora depuis Thessalonique
Description
Il y a peu de paysages qui excitent les voyageurs autant qu'une visite aux Météores enchanteurs. Les roches gigantesques au volume et à la hauteur à couper le souffle, lorsqu'elles surgissent brusquement au bord d'une grande plaine, interrompent le paysage lisse comme si elles étaient irréelles, font partie d'un phénomène géologique impressionnant que vous ne pouvez pas manquer d'observer de près. De plus, l'intervention humaine dans ce paysage étrange est étonnante: les monastères construits au plus haut point des roches, semblent planer entre la terre et le ciel, entre l'élément humain et divin. En 1989, Meteora a été ajouté à la liste du patrimoine mondial de l'UNESCO.
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Itinéraire
Nous atteignons Meteora vers 12h30; ce complexe fascinant d'énormes rochers escarpés de fanion, surgissant à proximité des premières élévations de la plus longue sierra de Grèce, Pinde (la "colonne vertébrale" de la Grèce). Nous visitons deux des six Saints Monastères en activité en fonction de l'horaire de chacun. Lors de nos visites dans les monastères, nous faisons une courte halte pour admirer la vue panoramique imprenable sur les saints monastères d'en haut et capturer la mystique du paysage. La région sauvage inaccessible avec des grès de plus de 65 millions d'années est majestueuse et en même temps surnaturelle et divine car jusqu'à aujourd'hui leur origine ne peut être expliquée. Ensuite, nous profitons de notre pause déjeuner traditionnelle grecque à Kastraki, dans la région de Kalampaka, face à l'étonnante Météore. Nous partons pour Thessalonique vers 15h30 et nous avons un dernier arrêt pour 20΄ pour le café et le repos. Nous sommes de retour vers 19h00, faisant les mêmes arrêts d'où nous sommes partis.
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Informations importantes
- Convient à toutes les conditions physiques
- Notre préposé au voyage doit porter un vêtement portant la marque AMMON Express afin qu'il soit facilement reconnaissable.
- Vous devez vous présenter aux points de départ 10' avant l'heure indiquée dans l'horaire. Le bus ne peut pas rester aux arrêts désignés, sauf pour l'embarquement.
- Les monastères ont des règles vestimentaires strictes interdisant l'entrée aux visiteurs masculins portant des shorts et aux visiteurs féminins avec des pulls molletonnés sans manches. Les femmes ont besoin d'une jupe/robe longue pour entrer dans les monastères.
- L'approche des monastères se fait par des escaliers et nécessite des chaussures confortables.
- S'il vous plaît être cohérent avec les heures exactes de rendez-vous spécifiées par l'escorte Ammon Express, de sorte que l'excursion à Meteora restera inoubliable pour tous les participants.
- Merci d'apporter cαsh avec vous pour les frais d'entrée (5 € par monastère)
Avis(593)
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 .
Boarded the bus on time. Our tour guide, Elena (?) had a Marissa Tomei look going on. No suspicious minds there. She was knowledgeable, but didn't ramble on non-stop. She was friendly to everyone. The bus took about 3.5 each with with 1 stop for a break. We saw 2 Monesteries which were great to see. No pictures inside (sucks) It's amazing how they built them in the 1400s atop mammoth cliffs. We stopped for lunch at a nearby restaurant. Then headed back to Thessaloniki. Very worthwhile for a day trip
