Athens travel guide: tickets, best time & real costs
Explore Central Greece with an affordable 2 days tour to Meteora
+2 photos
At a glance
- Duration
- 2 days
- Price from
- $1,713 / person
- Location
- Athens, Greece
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 7 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 6 days before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Athens Tours Greece
Description
Highlights of the tour to Meteora, Thermopylae • Blessed Lucas Byzantine monastery • The suspended rocks of Meteora with the breathtaking byzantine monasteries on top of them • The town of Kalambaka by the feet of Meteora Rocks • Thermopylae, the famous Hot Gates of the ancient Years. • English-speaking driver. A guide is available on request. • Travelers can customize the tour within the itinerary!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:00 AM, 7:30 AM, 8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, and 9:00 AM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 24
- Group price
- $1,713 per vehicle, up to 14 people
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 23.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Private vehicle
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle appropriate for the size of your group
Bottled water
A professional English speaking tour driver
Breakfast
Not included
Entrance fees to the archaeological sites and museum
Gratuities
Food and drinks
English-speaking licensed tour guide (We can arrange for a tour guide for you with an extra cost)
Pickup Locations & Times
Departure Point : HOTEL MEETING INSTRUCTIONS: We will meet you at the main entrance of your hotel. Please inform the porter that you are expecting your tour driver to call for you. If you are staying in a small hotel, please inform the receptionist instead. CRUISE PORT MEETING INSTRUCTIONS: Please disembark and walk outside the terminal exit door, where our driver/guide will be waiting for you holding a sign with your name on it. Return point: Return at the same spot!
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
7 reviews
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable shoes are recommended
- Sunscreen and hats are recommended for visits during the summer months
- Duration time is approximate and may vary based on local traffic and conditions
- While the local operator does its best to ensure sites are open before travel, they are not responsible for short-term closures
- Athens Airport transfers: arranged on request
- Important note: You will have a professional English-speaking driver with good knowledge of the history and culture of Greece, to guide you till you enter archaeological sites and museums according to the program. Tour drivers are not licensed to companion you inside the archaeological sites and museums. If you'd like to have one, we can arrange it for you at an additional cost. Licensed by the state tour guides are freelance and it is subject to availability on bookings day!
Cancellation
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
6+ days before100% refund
2–6 days before50% refund
0–2 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Explore Central Greece with an affordable 2 days tour to Meteora lasts about 2 days.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $1,713 per person for this Athens experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 5 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 AM, 7:30 AM, 8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, and 9:00 AM.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 6 days before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Departure Point : HOTEL MEETING INSTRUCTIONS: We will meet you at the main entrance of your hotel. Please inform the porter that you are expecting your tour driver to call for you. If you are staying in a small hotel, please inform the receptionist instead. CRUISE PORT MEETING INSTRUCTIONS: Please disembark and walk outside the terminal exit door, where our driver/guide will be waiting for you holding a sign with your name on it. Return point: Return at the same spot! Pickup points include Hotel Albion, Zenith Hotel.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 14 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 7 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Athens Tours Greece.
Reviews(7)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
Compare similar tours in Athens
- Lowest price: Meteora Day Trip with central Pick up & optional Lunch — $82
- Best rated: Meteora Full Day Private Tour from Athens including Lunch — 4.9 (163 reviews)
- Shortest: Meteora Day Trip with central Pick up & optional Lunch — 13h 30min
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explore Central Greece with an affordable 2 days tour to Meteora | 2 days | 5.0 (7) | $1,713 | |
 Meteora Day Trip with central Pick up & optional Lunch | 13h 30min | 4.8 (835) | $82 | View |
 2 days Spanish guided tour in Delphi and Meteora | 2 days | 4.9 (20) | $286 | View |
 Meteora Full Day Private Tour from Athens including Lunch | 12–14 hours | 4.9 (163) | $347 | View |
 Athens: Meteora 2-Day Tour Sunset & Morning Small Group + Hotel | 2 days | 4.8 (230) | $137 | View |
 2 Day Private Tour Of Delphi, Thermopylae & Meteora From Athens | 2 days | 5.0 (34) | $732 | View |
 Athens: 3 days 2 nights Meteora with small size tours & hotel | 3 days | 4.9 (71) | $160 | View |
from$1,713
5.0(7) Free cancellation