From Athens:Meteora Caves & Monasteries History Day Trip by Train
Overview
Begin from Stathmos Larissis, the central railway station of Athens, where you will get on the train that takes you to Kalambaka. The train departs at 06:58 AM.At approximately 09:45 AM, the train will make a stop at Paleofarsalos, where you should exit and catch the connecting bus that will continue the trip to Kalambaka. Throughout your journey, indulge in the unique scenic the Greek countryside provides.Upon arrival, meet your guide, who will be holding a signboard with your name on it.
~ will not meet any of our partners at the Station
~Full day rail trip from Athens
~See all six remaining monasteries
~Visit three of them
~Luxurious air conditioned Mercedes mini-bus for your transportation to Meteora
~Free Wifi
~Round-trip rail tickets inlcluded to the price
Small groups for a more personalized experience
~If you are in Athens this is propably the ideal way to explore one of the most
impressive monuments worldwide.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Visit the Hermit Caves
- Round-trip ticket from Athens-Kalambaka-You will receive an e-mail with the train e-tickets
- See all six the remainig monasteries and visit 3 of them and wander at their interior
- Luxury mini-bus transportation by Mercedes
- Local English-speaking tour leader
- Wi-Fi and USB chargers on board
- Gratuities (optional)
- Credit cards are not accepted for paying the monasteries entrance fees
- Travel insurance
- Pickup / Drop off from Accommodation in Athens to railway station
- Lunch
- Monasteries
- Licensed guide, inside the monasteries
Meeting Location
Kalabaka 422 00
Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Meteora
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Meteora
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- You will receive an e-mail with the train e-tickets a few days before the tour.
- Please make sure you have cash for the monasteries 5 euro each entrance
- If you have not received your train tickets please contact us. You will not be able to travel by train.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Bottled water.
- Visit the Hermit Caves.
- Round-trip ticket from Athens-Kalambaka-You will receive an e-mail with the train e-tickets.
- See all six the remainig monasteries and visit 3 of them and wander at their interior.
- Luxury mini-bus transportation by Mercedes.
- Local English-speaking tour leader.
- Wi-Fi and USB chargers on board.
- Gratuities (optional).
- Credit cards are not accepted for paying the monasteries entrance fees.
- Travel insurance.
- Pickup / Drop off from Accommodation in Athens to railway station.
- Lunch.
- Monasteries.
- Licensed guide, inside the monasteries.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the From Athens:Meteora Caves & Monasteries History Day Trip by Train is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for From Athens:Meteora Caves & Monasteries History Day Trip by Train will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Visit the Hermit Caves
- Round-trip ticket from Athens-Kalambaka-You will receive an e-mail with the train e-tickets
- See all six the remainig monasteries and visit 3 of them and wander at their interior
- Luxury mini-bus transportation by Mercedes
- Local English-speaking tour leader
- Wi-Fi and USB chargers on board
- Gratuities (optional)
- Credit cards are not accepted for paying the monasteries entrance fees
- Travel insurance
- Pickup / Drop off from Accommodation in Athens to railway station
- Lunch
- Monasteries
- Licensed guide, inside the monasteries
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- You will receive an e-mail with the train e-tickets a few days before the tour.
- Please make sure you have cash for the monasteries 5 euro each entrance
- If you have not received your train tickets please contact us. You will not be able to travel by train.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
