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Experience the UNESCO-listed monasteries of Meteora and the legendary battlefield of Thermopylae on this private full-day tour from Athens. Travel in a luxury, air-conditioned vehicle with your personal driver-guide, who brings these extraordinary sites to life. At Meteora, marvel at monasteries perched on towering rock pillars and visit active ones still inhabited by monks. Stop at Thermopylae to walk where the 300 Spartans made their heroic stand. Door-to-door hotel pickup included.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
For airport and cruise port arrivals, our driver will wait for you at the arrivals terminal holding a sign with your name on it. For Airbnb or any other apartment pick-ups, kindly note that we need the full address and postal code (5 digits) of the apartment.
Itinerary
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1Thermopylae
Meet with your host early in the morning and start driving along central Greece. First stop will be at the battlefield of Thermopylae ( or the "Hot Gates" ). Here is where king Leonidas and the 300 Spartans fought against Persian King Xerxis during the 5 century BC.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Meteora
Continue on through the plain of central Greece and pass by little towns like Trikala , Karditsa before reaching the modern town of Kalambaka or recently renamed as Meteora. First sight of the Unesco world heritage is breathtaking watching the grey vertical rocks as we approach .Upon arrival we shall visit Meteora and the 2 major monasteries. The breathtaking scenery perched on huge rocks which seem to be suspended in mid-air, will give you the chance to have great photos, while the top standing ageless monasteries will introduce you to exquisite specimens of Byzantine art. You will visit 2 monasteries.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Kalambaka
As soon as you finish with the monasteries we will arrive back at the city of Kalambaka for lunch. Plenty of choices of Greek traditional food will certainly meet your expectations.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
Athens (Pass by)
Long way back but certainly worth it. The driver will drop you off at your place.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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