Meteora & Monasteries Tour (02 Days)
The Metéora ("suspended rocks", "suspended in the air" or "in the heavens above") is one of the largest and most important complex of monasteries in Greece, second only to Mount Athos.
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Meteora, Greece: Varlaam Monastery, founded 1517 AD.
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The Tholos of Delphi.
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The Tholos at the sanctuary of Athena Pronaia in Delphi, Greece, was a circular building constructed between 380 and 360 BC.
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Duration: 02 Days / 01 Night Run: Every Wednesday (04th April to 02nd November)
DAY 01 – Meteora Departure from Athens and transfer through the towns of Thebes, Livadia (may have a quick stop) and Arachova to Delphi, known in ancient times as the navel of the world. One and a half hours aprox at leisure at Delphi to stroll the picturesque village, enjoy the breathtaking scenery from the slopes of mount Parnassus till Itea, take pictures and enjoy a " Greek Coffee" or follow the guide to guide you at the Delphi Site and Museum (Entrance fee is not included). In the afternoon departure through Central Greece and the cities of Lamia (may have a quick stop), Trikala to Kalambaka, a small town built at the foot of the majestic grey rocks, and crowded by the Meteora Monasteries. Overnight stay in Kalambaka (Meteora).
DAY 02 – Meteora Visit to Meteora enjoying a unique and most impressive scenery of ageless monasteries, containing priceless historical and religious treasures, standing between Earth and Sky atop huge rocks. Return to Athens passing by the monument of Leonidas at Thermopylae. Arriving in Athens early evening.
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Please take note of the following: * A combination of any islands and the mainland can be put together * 30% discount for children below the age 7, free for the ages 0-2 * Ladies for the Visit of the Meteora Monasteries need to have a Skirt and Gentlemen long Trousers
What's Included: * Hotel accommodations in choice of preferred class, including breakfasts and dinners * All noted sightseeing tours on regular group guided basis * Professional Tour Guide licensed by the Ministry of Tourism * Entrance fees to the archaeological sites and museums, parking and road tolls * Required land transport by A/C non-smoking tour coach * Local taxes and handling services * Tour Package Service Insurance
What's NOT Included: * International flights to/from Greece and personal travel insurance, any other expenses not noted in the above included section or airport tax, visa for Greece (if required), any tips to guide, driver or staff at hotels, items of a personal nature, hotel extras (minibar, telephone/internet usage, laundry, etc), drinks with meals (except the drinks served with breakfast) and medical services.
Package Tour Rates: * First Class Hotel (4*) - In Double/Twin/Triple Room - EURO 185.00 p/p * First Class Hotel (4*) - In Single Room - EURO 225.00 p/p * Tourist Class Hotel (2*) - In Double/Twin/Triple Room - EURO 160.00 p/p * Tourist Class Hotel (2*) - In Single Room - EURO 190.00 p/p

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