The Hanging Monasteries of Meteora

The Hanging Monasteries of Meteora, Kalabaka, Greece (B)

Crowning the rocks of the Kalambaka region in Greece, the hanging monasteries of Meteora are a place like no other. A centre of spirituality for centuries, visiting this UNESCO Heritage Site is a must in any trip to the Hellenic Republic.

During my stay in Thessaloniki, I took an incredible day tour to Meteora with Ammon Express. Read more to discover with me this unique site with breathtaking landscapes!

The most convenient option to visit Meteora is booking an organised day trip. For my visit, I decided to take the Meteora day tour from Thessaloniki with Ammon Express. My visit included round-trip transportation from the city centre, as well as an English speaking trip attendant-archaeologist. The entrance fee to the monasteries is paid separately, and lunch is not included.

Ammon Express is a local tour operator offering day visits both from Thessaloniki and Athens. The visit to Meteora is only available from Thessaloniki, however, if you’re visiting the Greek capital and want to check them out, they have day trips leaving from Athens to different sites on the Peloponnese Peninsula and some near-by islands. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: The Hanging Monasteries of Meteora
Guide Location: Greece » Kalabaka
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: Alberto C.
Read it on Author's Website: https://www.arwtravels.com/blog/the-hanging-monasteries-of-meteora-day-trip-from-thessasaloniki
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
  • St. Stefanos Monastery
  • Varlaam Monastery
  • Megalo Meteoros
  • Holy Trinity