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Do not miss this 2 days rail trip in one of the most amazing places on planet. Spend the night in the city of Kalabaka and explore the area where first inhabited more than hundred thousand years ago. See and visit the monasteries made by monks on the top of the giant rocks and the thousand years old byzantine church of Kalabaka.
Catch the train departs 07.58 am from Athens central rail station, aka Larissis trainstation, and enjoy a wonderful trip through Greek amazing countryside, from mountainous landscapes to seaside views.
Next morning choose between the hiking or the morning tour and get more details and historical facts about this unique area. When your 2nd day's tour ends we will take you back to your accommodation and you will have time to prepare yourself for the evening rail trip at 17:05pm back to Athens after you have created a lifetime memory.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point is the St. Larissis in Athens. Go to the main trainstaion in Athens 15 minutes before the train departure, get on board and enjoy the green valleys until your train arrive to Kalabaka which is the last station.
Itinerary
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Catch the train departs 07.58 am from Athens central rail station, aka Larrisis train station, and enjoy a wonderful trip through Greek amazing countryside, from mountainous landscapes to seaside views. At the time you reach Kalabaka's train station one of our partners will wait for you holding a signboard with your name written on it. Our partners will take you to your accommodation and they will tell you all the information about the sunset tour you will participate the same day.
5 hours • Admission ticket free -
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Kalabaka is a town and seat of the municipality of Meteora in the Trikala regional unit. The Meteora monasteries are located near the town. A Greek inscription on the wall of one of the town's oldest churches (Saint John the Baptist) testifies to the existence of an ancient Greek settlement under the name Aiginion. In the 10th century AD, it was known as Stagoi (Σταγοί). The meaning of the word Kalabaka is of a Turkish origin and means "powerful fortress".
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Stop and stare the picturesque village Kastraki from the most panoramic spot. Learn the history of the village and take some memorable photos.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Explore a unique convent of the area. Monastery was founded in the 15th century. A hidden gem in Meteora where the friendly nuns will wellcome you in the historic monastery.
40 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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Explore a 1000 years old church which was built in the acropolis of kalabaka and over the ruins of an ancient temple of god Apollo. Turn yourself to archeologists and find all the ancient ruins from the temple embedded in the wall. See the amazing frescoes in there and an old mosaic floor revealed beneath current floor.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
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Experience the famous Meteora Sunset from a breathtaking viewpoint and take the most memorable photos of the 'Rock Forest' of Meteora.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Next morning choose between the hiking or the morning mini-bus tour and get more details and historical facts about this unique area. Our partner will meet you in the lobby of your accommodation and will take you to a tour full of history. When your 2nd day's tour ends we will take you back to your accommodation and around 17:00 we will pick you up where you will have time to prepare yourself for the evening rail trip back to Athens after you have created a lifetime memory.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
From Athens to Meteora with Sunset Tour
Morning or Hiking Tour and evening rail trip back to Athens
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Baby seat available (upon request)
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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