From Thessaloniki: Full Day Trip to Meteora

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From Thessaloniki: Full Day Trip to Meteora

Name: From Thessaloniki: Full Day Trip to Meteora
Address: Macedonia

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Visit the monasteries of Meteora, perched among the monolithic pillars of the Pindos Mountains, on a full-day tour from Thessaloniki. Admire hidden frescoes and religious icons.

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Highlights

Visit the rock-perched monasteries of Meteora
Get some free time in the city of Kalambaka
See extraordinary frescoes and religious icons

Description

Following early morning pick-up from Thessaloniki, journey by luxurious air-conditioned bus to Kalambaka for an estimated arrival time of 11:30. Upon arrival, go to the famous rock formations of Meteora and marvel at the enormous columns of rock that rise sharply from the ground. Settled in the 9th century by hermetic monks of the Eastern Orthodox Church, Meteora was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988. Of the monasteries that were established in this implausible location, 6 remain well preserved and 4 are still inhabited. Spend approximately 2 hours visiting 2 of the monasteries, and see a vast array of frescoes and religious iconography. Then, enjoy around 1 hour of free time in Kalambaka for lunch (not included) before departing at 15:30. Stop for a coffee along the way, before your arrival in Thessaloniki at around 18:45.

Includes

Transportation by luxury bus English-speaking guide Pick-up/drop off service from/to central locations in Thessaloniki All taxes

Important Information

Please note that appropriate clothing is required to enter the monasteries. Ladies must not wear short skirts and must have long sleeves. Men are not allowed to wear shorts