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Meteora Private Full Day Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 13–14 hours
- Price from
- $1,092 / person
- Location
- Athens, Greece
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 11 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- H.P.Tours - Hellenic Private Tours
Description
Witness the awe-inspiring suspended monasteries on an extended day trip to the sacred Meteora. Why Hellenic Private Tours? Flexible tours and services tailored to your needs. Professional, certified drivers fluent in English. Well maintained, latest model Mercedes vehicles (sedans, minivans & minibuses), licensed andcertified for tourist use by the state authorities. Exceptional client feedback from around the world. Dedicated customer service team available for prompt assistance. Extensive network of licensed, experienced tour guides available upon request.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 6:30 AM, 7:00 AM, 7:30 AM, and 8:00 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 22
- Group price
- $1,092 per group of up to 15
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 21.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Meteora
By reaching Kalambaka, an important town well known due to the second largest and most important complexes of Eastern Orthodox Monasteries in Greece after Mount Athos, Meteora, you will have the potentiality to visit two or three of the six suspended in the air Monasteries, built on natural sand stone rock pillars. The Meteora Monasteries date back to the 11th century and are included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage sites. The James Bond movie for your eyes only was filmed at the Monastery of Holy Trinity.
Thermopylae
The Thermopylae or else the Hot Gates is an important town well known for the battle among the Greek forces including the 300 Spartans and their leader King Leonidas and the Persians in 480 BC, commemorated by Simonides in the famous epitaph, "Go tell the Spartans, stranger passing by, That here obedient to their laws we lie." The monument of King Leonidas was erected by the battlefield reminding all of us of the sacrifice of those patriots for a free country.
What's included
Included
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional Drivers (Not licensed to accompany you into the sites)
Athens Hotel/Piraeus Port pickup and drop-off included
Not included
Lunch
Local licensed tour guide (Optional / 240 Euros for 2 monasteries, payable in cash)
Airport pickup/drop-off on request (additional fee varies by vehicle type)
Gratuities
Entrance Fees to the Meteora monasteries (6 Euros per monastery)
Thermopylae Historical Information Center
Pickup Locations & Times
Airport Pickup:Your driver will meet you upon your arrival at the Athens International Airport - “Eleftherios Venizelos”, at the customs exit, holding an H.P. Tours sign with your name on. Port pickup: Your driver will meet you at the Piraeus Port cruise ship terminal, holding an H.P. Tours sign with your name on. Notice that Piraeus port has three terminals, Terminal A, B and C. Depending on the terminal that your ship will dock at, your driver will be waiting for you at the corresponding exit. (e.g. If your ship docks at Terminal A, your driver will meet you at the Terminal A exit etc.) In case your ship docks at Terminal B or Terminal C and the corresponding exit gate is closed, you will need to take the shuttle bus to come to Terminal A (3 MIN RIDE), where your driver will be waiting for you.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
11 reviews
How it compares in Athens
- Rated higher than 73% of 1,037 reviewed tours in Athens
Excurgo comparison of 4,124 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Your English- speaking driver will explain about the ancient monuments that you are about to visit, the ancient history of Greece and interesting facts about historical and modern-day Greece but is not allowed by law to accompany you in the sites. If you wish to have a licensed tour guide to accompany you into the sites, we will help you arrange a licensed tour guide to be with you at an extra cost
- Your tour is totally private. No unknown passengers will participate in your group.
- Infant car seats are available upon request
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Meteora Private Full Day Tour take?
Meteora Private Full Day Tour lasts about 13–14 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Meteora Private Full Day Tour cost?
Prices start at $1,092 per person for this Athens experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Meteora Private Full Day Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 6:30 AM, 7:00 AM, 7:30 AM, and 8:00 AM.
Can I cancel Meteora Private Full Day Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Airport Pickup:Your driver will meet you upon your arrival at the Athens International Airport - “Eleftherios Venizelos”, at the customs exit, holding an H.P. Tours sign with your name on. Port pickup: Your driver will meet you at the Piraeus Port cruise ship terminal, holding an H.P. Tours sign with your name on. Notice that Piraeus port has three terminals, Terminal A, B and C. Depending on the terminal that your ship will dock at, your driver will be waiting for you at the corresponding exit. (e.g. If your ship docks at Terminal A, your driver will meet you at the Terminal A exit etc.) In case your ship docks at Terminal B or Terminal C and the corresponding exit gate is closed, you will need to take the shuttle bus to come to Terminal A (3 MIN RIDE), where your driver will be waiting for you. Pickup points include Foivos Hotel Athens, Alter Athens Hotel.
What languages is Meteora Private Full Day 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 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available Infant car seats are available upon request
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Meteora Private Full Day Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 11 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by H.P.Tours - Hellenic Private Tours.
Reviews(11)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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