Météores Randonnée en petit groupe avec transfert et visite du monastère
Description
Explorez les Météores au cours d'une randonnée tranquille et découvrez les sentiers peu connus que bon nombre des visiteurs d'une journée sur ce site classé au patrimoine mondial de l'UNESCO ne connaissent pas. Sur un itinéraire aller et retour depuis le rocher de Doupiani vers les hauteurs étourdissantes du Monastère de Grand Météore, vous passerez devant des monastères en pierre plus petits tels que Ypapanti et vous découvrirez les secrets des étonnantes formations rocheuses et de l'histoire des Météores. • Vous vous rendrez dans des lieux locaux secrets que la plupart des autres voyageurs ne verront jamais. • Visitez le monastère de la Grande Meteoro et le monastère caché d’Ypapanti et évitez la foule. • Vous en apprendrez plus sur la culture et l’histoire de l’endroit à un niveau plus profond et d’un point de vue local. • Vous en apprendrez plus sur l’étiquette et le comportement (particulièrement important dans des sites religieux). • Départs tous les jours n’importe quel jour de l’année, 365 jours par an • Vous pourrez rencontrer des gens du monde entier • Groupe de petite taille jusqu’à 12 personnes maximum.
Options de l'excursion
Itinéraire
Meteora est une région de quelques kilomètres carrés, où une ancienne communauté monastique et un phénomène géologique rare composé de gigantesques piliers rocheux coexistent en parfaite harmonie. Située à la pointe nord-ouest de la plaine de Thessalie, Meteora est devenue l'une des destinations les plus populaires de la Grèce continentale. C’est un site du patrimoine mondial de l’UNESCO, un site archéologique et un lieu sacré officiellement déclaré! Au pied des rochers, il y a 2 colonies, la ville de Kalabaka et le village de Kastraki.
Promenez-vous dans la majestueuse "forêt de roches" des Météores, admirez les meilleurs monastères et découvrez les vues les plus captivantes de cette visite matinale. La Randonnée des Météores est l’un des meilleurs moyens de profiter de ce phénomène géologique unique et d’apprendre l’histoire d’un site classé au patrimoine mondial de l’UNESCO. En rejoignant cette randonnée matinale, vous emprunterez des sentiers cachés que seuls les habitants du coin connaissent. Laissez-nous vous emmener dans un voyage dans le temps en suivant les traces des premiers moines arrivés ici il y a plus de 15 siècles. Rejoignez cette incroyable randonnée guidée et promenez-vous parmi les gigantesques piliers rocheux de Meteora pour profiter d'une vue à couper le souffle.
Le monastère du Grand Météore est le plus grand et le plus ancien. Il s'appelait le monastère «suspendu dans les airs» (meteoro), à cause de la formation du gigantesque rocher sur lequel il a été construit. Le monastère des Grands Météores a été fondé par Saint Athanasios, le météorite qui fut le premier fondateur du monastère et organisateur du koenovion systématique. Pour cette raison, la fondation de ce monastère est considérée comme un tournant, voire mieux, le début du monastisme organisé dans les Météores. Hosios Athanasios est né vers 1302 dans la ville médiévale de New Patras. Il est aujourd'hui Hypati et s'appelle Andronikos.
Entièrement construit à l'intérieur d'une vaste cavité rocheuse, ce monastère est très représentatif de son genre, comparé à ceux que l'on voit habituellement sur les pics des rochers. Un moine sous le nom de Nilos, en 1367 après JC, avec un autre moine nommé Cyprianus devinrent les fondateurs et les propriétaires du monastère. Il a été détruit en 1809, lorsque le rebelle et héros local Papathymios Vlahavas a été arrêté ici par l'armée turque d'Ali Pacha. Le chemin menant à ce monastère est très simple et agréable.
Le monastère sacré de Varlaam est le deuxième plus grand monastère. Il est situé en face du monastère des Grandes Météores et a été fondé au milieu du XIVe siècle par le militant Hosios Varlaam. L'élégant monastère Catholicon a été construit en l'honneur de Agioi Pantes de 1541 à 1542 par deux frères de Ioannina, les prêtres-moines Hosioi Theophanes et Nectarios the Apsarades. L'église principale a été décorée en 1548. Sur la base de critères stylistiques, cette magnifique peinture murale est attribuée au célèbre hagiographe de Thèbes, Frago Catelano.
Le Saint Monastère de Saint-Nicolas d’Anapafsas est le premier monastère que nous ayons rencontré sur le chemin de la Météore. Il a été fondé à la fin du XIVe siècle. Pour le nom Anapafsas, il existe de nombreuses interprétations, dont les plus populaires. Le premier est que le nom Anapafsas a été attribué à l'un des bienfaiteurs du monastère, tandis que la deuxième explication tient au fait que le monastère est le premier à être rencontré lors de la montée et probablement servi aux pèlerins et aux autres visiteurs. placer avant de continuer.
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Lieux et horaires de prise en charge
Nous proposons une prise en charge et un retour à tous les hôtels et AirBNB situés dans les villages de Kalambaka et Kastraki.
Avis des voyageurs
Informations importantes
- Animaux d'assistance acceptés
- Déconseillé aux voyageurs avec des problèmes à la colonne vertébrale
- Déconseillé aux femmes enceintes
- Déconseillé aux voyageurs avec des problèmes cardiovasculaires
- Condition physique moyenne requise
- Veuillez apporter des chaussures de randonnée confortables et appropriées
- Cette visite nécessite que les clients soient en bonne forme physique
- Les monastères ont un code vestimentaire strict: les hommes doivent porter un pantalon et des manches longues, les femmes doivent porter une jupe longue. Si vous vous présentez en short, un pantalon et une jupe seront fournis.
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Great Hiking Tour. Authentic! :-) But especially I want to thank Chris. He was great! Talking with each of us (kids and adults). Explaining history and geology of the Meteora. What was most special about this tour is that you are out of the crowds and go "inside" the Meteora! Everyone of us loved it!
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the authentic hiking experience and the chance to explore Meteora away from the crowds. Chris will be very happy to hear your kind words, especially about how he connected with both the adults and the kids. Thank you for recommending the tour!
I booked the Meteora Hiking Tour, and I ended up being the only person on the tour that day, so it felt like a private experience. It was absolutely incredible! Chris guided me through the hike while sharing fascinating conversations about the history, flora, fauna, and philosophy of the region. He was incredibly patient, attentive, and kind throughout the entire experience. He even took me on a short climb into a cave so I could take a spectacular photo for my personal collection. It was such a special moment. I had an amazing time and highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Meteora. Thank you, Chris, for making it such a memorable experience!
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We are delighted that your hiking tour turned into such a personal and memorable adventure. Chris will be very happy to hear your kind words about his knowledge, patience and care throughout the hike. It is wonderful to know that the conversations, the landscape and the special cave moment made your visit to Meteora so memorable. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future!
Christos was the best! We were very lucky to spend the morning learning about the monasteries and hiking with Christos. His tour is engaging and he is a kind and friendly guide. Thank you for generously sharing your knowledge. We had a great experience and would highly recommend this tour!!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted that you enjoyed the hike, the monasteries, and Christos’ engaging and friendly guidance. He will be very happy to hear your kind words. Thank you for choosing Visit Meteora, and we hope to welcome you back again!
Super guide and great trip. For us THE way! Beautiful nature lots of explanations, large monastery visited and cave.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the hike and that it was the perfect way for you to experience Meteora. Combining beautiful nature, fascinating history, hidden caves, and a visit to one of the great monasteries offers a truly unique perspective of this remarkable landscape. We're especially pleased that you appreciated your guide's explanations and expertise throughout the tour. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back to Meteora again in the future!
Our family recently visited Greece, and one of the highlights of our trip was a small-group hiking tour with Visit Meteora. We enjoyed a wonderful morning hike followed by a visit to one of the monasteries. The small group size made the experience especially enjoyable and personal. Our guide, Hristo, was exceptionally friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. His English was impeccable, and he even spoke some French. He shared fascinating insights about the history, flora, and fauna of the region, which made the hike even more engaging. The walk was very well paced, and Hristo seemed to know all the best spots for taking photos. His enthusiasm and expertise really made the tour memorable. We would highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting the Meteora region.
Thank you so much for your beautiful and detailed review 😊 We are truly happy that the hiking tour became one of the highlights of your family trip to Greece. Hristo will be delighted to hear your kind words about his knowledge, professionalism, and passion for Meteora’s nature and history. Small-group experiences are something we deeply value, as they create a more personal and authentic connection with the area. Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome your family back to Meteora in the future!
Chris led our group on this hike and it was my favourite experience in Meteora! Beautiful countryside and views of the monasteries and the hike was fairly easy, some steep and slippery spots but it was a perfect experience if you love hiking and nature as well as the stunning views, and want to visit the largest monastery as well.
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We are delighted to hear that the hiking tour was your favorite experience in Meteora. Exploring the hidden trails, breathtaking landscapes, and panoramic monastery views on foot truly offers a unique perspective of the area. Your kind words about Chris mean a lot to us, and we are very happy that he helped make the experience both enjoyable and memorable. Thank you as well for mentioning the hiking conditions, as some sections can indeed be steep or slippery due to the natural terrain of Meteora. We hope to welcome you again for another outdoor adventure in Meteora soon!
Our walk with Chris was without a doubt the highlight of our visit in Meteora. His passion, energy and humour made this hiking route very special. In addition, he was able to find the perfect balance between information and entertainment. There was plenty of time for questions and taking pictures. The route was beautiful and not difficult to walk. Thank you so much Chris! Definitely worth it and highly recommended!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re truly delighted to hear that your hiking experience with Chris was the highlight of your visit to Meteora. His passion, energy, and sense of humor are exactly what we aim to share with every guest, and it’s great to know he made your experience so special. It’s also fantastic to hear that you enjoyed the route, the balance between information and fun, and had plenty of time for photos and questions. We will be sure to pass on your kind words to Chris—he will be very happy to hear them! We hope to welcome you back to Meteora again in the future. Warm regards, George
We did a hike to The Great Meteoron Monastery with our guide Christos, and it was absolutely amazing. Christos gave personal attention to everyone in the group and was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about what he does. We learned so much along the way, and his enthusiasm truly made the experience special. Our boys loved it too, which made the day even more memorable for our whole family. I would highly recommend doing this hike with Christos—you won’t regret it!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled you had such an amazing experience. Christos will be delighted with your kind words—his passion and personal approach truly make a difference. So glad your whole family, especially the boys, enjoyed it. Hope to see you again soon!
It was a magical half-day walk into a dreamlike landscape of colors, scents, shapes, and history. The trail network is vast, like a natural maze—definitely something you shouldn’t explore without a local guide, as it’s easy to get lost. Our guide Chris was fluent in English, kind, and very knowledgeable, answering every question with ease. The trail itself was easy, yet offered breathtaking views throughout.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted you enjoyed exploring the magical landscape of Meteora and that the experience felt so unique and memorable. Chris will be very happy to hear your kind words—his knowledge and care truly make a difference. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
We had a very enjoyable experience, guided by Chris, who was very well-informed in his knowledge of the history of the area, the monasteries and the flora and fauna en route. As we were the only people on the tour, we also enjoyed the personal conversation en route! The path was not difficult or too strenuous and the scenic views were stunning. The monastery was worth the visit too.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable experience with Chris. His passion for Meteora’s history, monasteries, and local flora and fauna truly makes the hike special, and we’re glad you appreciated both his knowledge and the personal touch along the way. It’s great to know you found the trail enjoyable and not too strenuous, while still offering those stunning scenic views that make Meteora so unique. And of course, we’re happy the monastery visit was a highlight as well. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back again soon!
