Meteora Sunset Tour

Tour Information

The most magical light of the day — in one of the most breathtaking landscapes in Greece.

Experience the beauty of Meteora at sunset, on a guided tour that blends history, spirituality, and stunning natural scenery. During this 5-hour tour, you’ll visit handpicked monasteries, explore hidden panoramic viewpoints, and hear the stories of the region through the voice of a local expert.

The tour is conducted in small groups of up to 16 people, ensuring a more personal and relaxed experience. As the sun slowly sets behind the giant rock pillars and shadows stretch across the valley, you’ll find yourself immersed in a moment that’s hard to describe — and impossible to forget.

Perfect for travelers who want more than just a nice view — this is an experience that stays with you.

Included / Excluded

Pickup from your hotel, Airbnb and train station also your return there.
See all 6 monasteries. Visit the inside of one.
Visit to the restored monastery of Badova.
Stop for photos at imposing spots of Meteora.
Our English speaking partner. Guided tours in other languages are available at an extra cost (France, Germany, Italian, Spanish, Russian)upon request.
Free bottle of water is provided free of charge during the tour.
Free wi-fi on the mini-bus.
All taxes and services are included in the price.

Entrance to the monasteries costs €5
Certified guide for a guided tour inside the monasteries (provided at extra cost)
Gratuities (optional)
The entrance to the Byzantine church costs €2

Frequently asked questions

In case of rain

This tour is not affected by rain. It stops only in extreme weather conditions such as heavy snowfall and in this case our office gives you the option to either choose another tour that is not affected by the weather, or to carry out the specific activity on another day, or to be refunded the amount of the reservation back.

Last minute bookings

We recommend that you make the reservation for the tour you are interested in at least a week in advance so that you have a better chance of finding empty seats. Last minute bookings are possible but you should keep in mind that there may not be any seats available.

Starting time

Period Start Time 1 November – 28 February 14:00 1 March – 30 April 15:00 1 May – 31 August 16:30 1 September – 30 October 16:00

What time does the Meteora Sunset Tour start?

Period Start Time May 1 – August 31 4:45 PM September 1 – October 31 3:30 PM November 1 – December 31 1:00 PM January 1 – February 28 2:30 PM March 1 – April 30 3:00 PM

If I'm staying at an Airbnb, where can they pick me up?

We can pick you up from the Airbnb you are staying at. In this case, please contact us or include your phone number in your details so we can contact you.

If I live in Trikala, can you pick me up from there?

Because the city of Trikala is 21 kilometers from the city of Kalambaka, you must come from our office.

Can I bring my luggage in your mini bus?

Of course you can!

Is there a dress code for entering a monastery?

Entering the monasteries requires a certain dress code. For women, it is forbidden to wear skirts above the knee, trousers, shorts, as well as sleeveless tops. For men, sleeveless tops and shorts above the knee are prohibited.

How many stairs does each monastery have?

The Holy Monastery of Agios Stefanos is connected by an accessible bridge, making it the most easily accessible monastery. The Holy Monastery of Rousanos, the Holy Monastery of Varlaam and the Holy Monastery of Agios Nikolaos of Anapaus have approximately 140 steps. Finally, the Holy Monastery of the Holy Trinity and the Great Meteoron are the most difficult to reach monasteries, since their steps exceed 300.

How much is the entrance ticket to the monasteries?

All monasteries have an entrance fee of €5, per person. Children up to 12 years old do not pay a ticket to the monasteries. The monasteries have no entrance.

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