Meteora Hiking Tour - Optional Pick up from Kalambaka, Trikala, Kastraki
Overview
Hiking Meteora is a unique tour to the cliff top monasteries following a trail known by the locals!
Enjoy amazing views from the top of the rocks and learn by our professional mountain guides about the history and the geological significance of the area.
What's Included
- Souvenir Photos
- Pick up and Drop off if chosen
- All Fees and Taxes
- English Speaking Trekking Hellas Guide
Meeting and Pickup
Included with the option “With hotel pick Up”.
If pick up option is selected, the exact pick up time will be sent to you one day prior to the activity
For the option “Without hotel pick up”.
PJFF+4WF Kalabaka
Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Our Hiking Meteora tour starts from St. Nicolas Monastery in Kastraki village, following the same old paths the monks used, which wind their way amongst the tall rock-towers.
We pass beneath the ruined monastery of Pantocrator on the north side of the rock of Dupiani. Then the path takes us to the heart of the lush forest reaching the abandoned and restored Monastery of “Ypapanti” and the ruins of St. Dimitrios. Afterwards, our trail turns uphill. A short walk leads us to the cliff top monasteries Varlaam and Great Meteoro where we visit one of them.
We then walk downhill to Kastraki through the rocks by the ancient path used by the monks, passing next to the cave of St. George Mandila, where every year climbers hang their scarves.
Duration: 5 Hours
Distance: 7.0 km /4,3 miles
Minimum Elevation: 321 m (1053ft) / Maximum Elevation: 612 m (2007ft)
Total Ascent: 320 m (1049ft) /Total Descent: 323 m (1059ft)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Guests should bring : Dress Code for Monasteries: For men shirts that cover the shoulder and trousers or shorts over the knee length. Sleeveless clothing and shorts shorter than the knee are prohibited. For women, skirts over the knee length and clothing that covers shoulders and chest are required in order to enter the monasteries. Sleeveless clothing, shorts or trousers are prohibited for women. Small backpack Comfortable clothes (preferably quick-drying material: cotton or polycotton not denim) Light hiking shoes or hiking boots Hat or beanie sunglasses sunblock Waterproof jacket / membrane (for the rainy days) Your own personal water bottle. As part of our environmental policy and actions, we are committed to eliminating the use of plastic water bottles.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Meteora Hiking Tour – Optional Pick up from Kalambaka, Trikala, Kastraki?
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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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Souvenir Photos.
- Pick up and Drop off if chosen.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- English Speaking Trekking Hellas Guide.
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 2025The minimum age to participate is 8. 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 Meteora Hiking Tour - Optional Pick up from Kalambaka, Trikala, Kastraki is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Meteora Hiking Tour – Optional Pick up from Kalambaka, Trikala, Kastraki 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
- Souvenir Photos
- Pick up and Drop off if chosen
- All Fees and Taxes
- English Speaking Trekking Hellas Guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Guests should bring : Dress Code for Monasteries: For men shirts that cover the shoulder and trousers or shorts over the knee length. Sleeveless clothing and shorts shorter than the knee are prohibited. For women, skirts over the knee length and clothing that covers shoulders and chest are required in order to enter the monasteries. Sleeveless clothing, shorts or trousers are prohibited for women. Small backpack Comfortable clothes (preferably quick-drying material: cotton or polycotton not denim) Light hiking shoes or hiking boots Hat or beanie sunglasses sunblock Waterproof jacket / membrane (for the rainy days) Your own personal water bottle. As part of our environmental policy and actions, we are committed to eliminating the use of plastic water bottles.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
