Highlights

Visit two of six remaining Monasteries of Meteora, astonishing UNESCO World Heritages sites.
Wonder at the precarious placement of the monasteries atop steep sandstone cliffs.
Admire the marvelous Agios Stephanos Monastery, resilient survivor of several battles.
Appreciate the splendid Byzantine icons, artifacts and frescoes on display at the Varlaam Monastery.
Relish a traditional Greek lunch at a nearby restaurant.

Description

Visit two of the Monasteries of Meteora, which were built atop rocky pinnacles nearly 600 years ago, and understand how Greek Orthodox hermit monks once lived. After a scenic drive with the Pindus mountain range as a backdrop, you’ll approach wondrous Meteora, which means “suspended in the air”. Here you’ll find six of the 24 original monasteries, UNESCO World Heritage sites that were built on vertiginous sandstone peaks in the 14th and 15th centuries under extraordinarily hazardous conditions. Explore the Agios Stephanos Monastery, still stunning despite damage sustained during multiple military conflicts, and view the nearby Varlaam Monastery, which contains an exquisite collection of Byzantine crosses and icons in its sanctuary. Touring these beguiling religious havens, you’ll learn how the solitary monks lived and worshipped. At a nearby restaurant, enjoy a Greek lunch of traditional dishes such as spinach pie and moussaka, while you contemplate the extraordinary devotion and lifestyle of Meteora’s holy men.

Helpful Hints

Wear casual, weather- and activity-appropriate clothing and comfortable, non-slip walking shoes.
Dress appropriately for a religious venue; shoulders and knees must be covered.
Bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.

Disclaimer:

Please note: This tour includes approximately 2-hour of moderate to strenuous walking and there are a significant number of steps to negotiate. The tour is not available to wheelchair guests or those with mobility concerns. Guests should be in good physical condition. Conservative attire is required (shoulders and knees must be covered) and flat, comfortable walking shoes with a non-slip sole. A hat and sunglasses are recommended. Pants or trousers for women are not permitted, nor pictures inside the churches. It is recommended for women to carry a pashmina to cover their pants, if they don’t want to wear a skirt. The Agios Stephanos monastery is closed on Mondays and will be substituted with the Roussanou Monastery.

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