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Thessaloniki: Full-Day Bus Trip to Meteora

1. Thessaloniki: Full-Day Bus Trip to Meteora

Embark on a full-day bus trip to Meteora from Thessaloniki. Explore this UNESCO world heritage site and admire the unique landscape. Depart Thessaloniki in the morning and journey to the amazing monastery complex of Meteora to visit 2 of the 6 holy monasteries, depending on their operating schedule. Get access to holy sites such as the women's Monastery of Agios Stefanos with its impressive wood-carved iconostasis, or visit the Monastery of the Holy Trinity, perched on the top of a rocky precipice over 400 meters high. Alternatively, discover the tower of the old preserved net at the Monastery of Varlaam, or explore the largest of the monasteries at the Monastery of Great Meteoron. Take in panoramic views of these incredible structures and the stunning landscape. Enjoy a traditional Greek lunch in Kastraki, near the city of Kalampaka, before heading back to Thessaloniki.

Full Day Sailing Trip around Skiathos Island

2. Full Day Sailing Trip around Skiathos Island

Depart from the new port of Skiathos at 10:00 AM and make your first stop at the small island of Arkos. Enjoy local snacks and cool juice before the first morning swim on a unique beach.  Leaving the island of Arkos, the captain sets sail and you will have the opportunity to learn about sailing, try to navigate the boat, or simply sunbathe on the deck. Sometimes you can admire the friendly dolphins which accompany the boat. The next stop is the isle of Dasia with its blue cave, where you will dive and swim like never before. Afterward will be the perfect time for local snacks on board, accompanied by an ouzu.  Sail to the west side of Skopelos island, full of beaches with clear blue waters and pine trees next to the sea and an ideal spot for yet more diving and swimming. The captain will then take you to the beach of Panormos, which is difficult to find and thus very quiet. Swim and sunbathe almost by yourself before a lunch menu consisting of Greek homemade food is served. Plenty of wine and some fruit is offered as a dessert. Later the captain sets sail towards the island of Tsougrias where you can see a spectacular sunset. There you can swim one last time and taste a sweet delight offered by the crew. Then the trip comes to an end as the boat returns to the port of Skiathos.

Skiathos: All-Inclusive Full-Day Cruise & Lunch

3. Skiathos: All-Inclusive Full-Day Cruise & Lunch

Enjoy a unique sailing tour around Skiathos and Skopelos Islands, and visit famous sites like beaches featured in Mamma Mia, as well as Tsougria and Argos beaches. Snorkel in clear waters around Skopelos, and discover beautiful sea caves in Dasia. Visit beautiful beaches on both Skiathos and Skopelos Islands and see the famous Kastani Beach, known for its role in the Mamma Mia movie. Stop at Tsougria and Argos beaches, both quiet and private and only accessible by boat. Admire the magnificent turquoise waters around Skopelos and the beauty of the nearby islands. Immerse yourself in the crystal clear waters around the island and explore the underwater world by snorkeling. Relax in Biggest and most Luxurious sailing yacht in Sporades and enjoy the hospitality of the crew as you explore Skiathos and Skopelos Islands on this day tour before returning to the meeting point.

From Athens: Meteora 2-Day Trip by Train with a Local Guide

4. From Athens: Meteora 2-Day Trip by Train with a Local Guide

Explore the wonders of Meteora on an overnight trip from Athens including round-trip train tickets and your choice of accommodation. Discover the area with a local guide on the sunset tour, morning tour, and hiking tour. Visit historic monasteries and admire scenic Greek landscapes. After taking the train from Athens to Kalabaka, get picked up from the train station and transferred to check into your reserved hotel. After lunch (not included), enjoy a sunset tour of Meteora. Head back to your hotel or finish your day with a visit to Kalabaka town for a short walk. The next morning, join a comprehensive Meteora morning tour or a Meteora hiking tour. For the next 4-hours, experience all the beauty of the unique phenomenon of Meteora and the holy monasteries on top of the rock giants. After the tour ends, get transferred back to your hotel where you can get ready for your departure back to Athens in the evening.

From Kalampaka: 5-Hour Hiking Tour of Meteora

5. From Kalampaka: 5-Hour Hiking Tour of Meteora

The ideal way to experience Meteora’s unique beauty and interesting rock formations is by walking, as it is the only way to really observe the impressive rock formations and strange patterns. On a half-day guided hike, you will be taken up close to these structures and led directly to the best vantage points in the area. After being transported from Kalampaka, the hiking tour begins from Kastraki Square, continuing to Dupiani Hermitage. Pass below the ruined Pantokratoros Monastery on the north side of Dupiani's rock, arriving at the Ypapanti Monastery and the ruins of St. Dimitrios, a monastery destroyed by the Ottomans in 1808 during a local uprising. From there, the trail leads all the way up to the impressive Great Meteoro and Varlaam monasteries, 2 of 6 total Eastern Orthodox monasteries in the area, all part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tour the grounds, and afterward, go down from Varlaam to St. George the Madilas to see the place where the local children climb with only a rope to dedicate offerings to St. George.

Two Days Rail Tour to Meteora from Athens

6. Two Days Rail Tour to Meteora from Athens

Day 1 Catch the 7:52 AM train to Kalambaka from Athens Railway Station, and enjoy a trip that will give you the chance to admire the beauty of the Greek countryside. Upon your arrival in Kalambaka at 12 PM, the English speaking driver will be waiting for you at the train station, holding a signboard with your name on it to transfer you to your hotel. In the evening you will join the Meteora Sunset Tour to admire breathtaking views of Meteora, and discover all the hidden gems of this place. Day 2 Next morning, you will have the opportunity to choose the activity you prefer, the Meteora Hiking Tour or the Half-day Morning Tour. The guide will meet you in the lobby to explore together Meteora, and discover the natural beauty and cultural heritage of this area. Enjoy a journey back in time, and learn the stories of the first hermits and monks who laid the foundations of the monastic community of Meteora. At around 5:45 PM, the driver will pick you up to transfer you to the train station. At 6:22 PM the train departs from Kalambaka and arrives back to Athens at around 10:30 PM.

Meteora Electric Bike Tour

7. Meteora Electric Bike Tour

Participate in a wonderful e-bike tour through the rocks and monasteries of Meteora. The excursion starts at approximately 9:00 am from the center of Kalambaka, just below the rocks of Meteora. The group heads to UNESCO's protected area, where the visitor will see and learn everything about this amazing location. Using electric bikes makes this ride easy and gives the rider the chance to explore and enjoy without worrying about the slope of the route. Your leader will give you a comprehensive explanation of the area, the geological phenomenon, culture, and religion, with many stops for sightseeing. The tour covers all six functional monasteries and many of the old monasteries' remains and hermit caves. The visitor can choose to visit three of the operating monasteries. You will have plenty of opportunities for amazing photos and for enjoying the beautiful views of the rock formations and the valley below. The tour will finish at approximately 1 pm at the point it started.

Kalambaka Train Station: Meteora Tour with Optional Lunch

8. Kalambaka Train Station: Meteora Tour with Optional Lunch

Discover Meteora with a daily tour departing from Kalabaka Train Station. Enjoy a guided experience that explores all six monasteries from the outside, and three from within. Discover hidden gems like the ancient Chapel of Doupiani and the St. George Mandilas cave with a passionate local. Catch the morning train to Kalabaka. After the scenic train ride through the beautiful Greek countryside, you will arrive at Kalabaka’s train station, where a tour guide will be waiting for you holding a signboard with your name. Jump into a comfortable Limo VIP minibus and begin an unforgettable tour in Meteora. Learn Meteora's other side, like the truth about why the hermits settled in these imposing caves over a thousand years ago. Then, find out just how the ancient monks achieved the impossible. Take every opportunity to see stunning panoramic views and capture amazing photos. Around 4:30 PM, head back to the train station (or at a nearby local restaurant if the optional lunch is selected), where you'll have some free time before the train's departure at 6:22 PM.

Enipeas: Mount Olympus Half-Day Hiking Tour with A Guide

9. Enipeas: Mount Olympus Half-Day Hiking Tour with A Guide

Embark on a 12-kilometer hike from Prionia through the gorge of Enipeas all the way to the village of Litochoro. Immerse in the mystical wonders of Mount Olympus with its entrancing waterfalls, dense nature and time-honored wooden bridges. Encounter the bathtub of Zeus, the Old Monastery of Agios Dionysios, and a hidden cave. Benefit from pickups from convenient meeting points in the Dion-Olympos area. Begin your tour at the parking lot of Prionia where your private minibus will drop you off. From there, enter the gorge of Enipeas and hike to the first point of interest, the bathtub of Zeus and its small waterfall. Continue your guided hike through the gorge of Enipeas, crossing over wooden bridges. Spot several small waterfalls on the way. Follow the trail all the way to the monastery of Agios Dionysios, the most important monastery in all of Pieria. Carry on your Enipeas tour with a visit to a set of twin waterfalls and a cave, found within the rock formations of Mount Olympus. This hike from has several ups and downs but is an easy trail to follow. Conclude the hike upon reaching Myloi in Litochoro.

Skopelos Island: Easy Guided Hike

10. Skopelos Island: Easy Guided Hike

Meet your guide in the tour operator's office in Skopelos town at 9 AM. Take a 15-minute minibus drive into the hills where you start an easy hike from the Pirgos which in the Greek language means tower or fortress. Walk down a pleasant downhill path as you pass through the breathtaking scenery of olive groves, cypress trees, Aleppo pines, a variety of wildflowers, and local vegetation.   Make a short stop at the little remote church of the Panagitsa (Virgin Mary) for a 10-minute break. Continue your stroll down the path with mesmerizing views of Skopelos's famous blue sea. Admire views of Pelion on the Greek mainland, Northern Greece and the town of Halkidiki on the other side, and the Northern Sporades islands in the middle. When you arrive at your final destination, Panormos Beach, take the opportunity to relax on the beach and admire the scenery. Stop for lunch here before returning back to Skopelos town at 3 PM. 

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nice proposal. The organization was punctual: from the train ticket to the welcome on arrival, from the guided tours to the availability to satisfy any wishes. I also enjoyed having free time to explore the trails around Kalambata.

Very good guide - very friendly and helpful. Full program - incredible sights and well worth the money - nicer going by train than spending 3.5 hours in mini bus drive from Thessaloniki.

Excellent guide, Natalie gave us a lot of information and made the trip very enjoyable. Punctuality and plenty of time to visit monasteries

Guid was very knowledgeable. She made the trip a smooth one. Thank you.

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