Athens Transportation Services

Journey from Athens to the legendary ruins of Delphi with luxury coach transfers, museum entry & a stop in Arachova.

• Day out to Delphi with round-trip transfers in a comfortable air-conditioned coach from central Athens, accompanied by a licensed expert guide.
• You’ll get guided entry to the Delphi archaeological site and museum, onboard Wi-Fi, headsets for clear commentary, a scenic stop in Arachova, and all taxes included.
• Delphi archaeological site: Walk in the footsteps of pilgrims along the Sacred Way, stand before the Temple of Apollo, and hear stories of the Oracle that once shaped the fate of empires.
• Delphi Archaeological Museum: Step inside to see the renowned Charioteer of Delphi and other treasures that reveal the artistry and devotion of ancient Greece.
• Arachova village: Pause for a quick photo stop in this picturesque mountain town and take in sweeping views of Mount Parnassus.
• Upgrades: Add a traditional Greek lunch at a local taverna or enhance your visit with a multilingual VR audio guide for a personalized experience.

Inclusions

• Expert English-speaking tour guide for the museum and archaeological site
• Entry tickets to Delphi Museum and Site (as per the option selected)
• Visit to the Temple of Apollo & Oracle
• Pick-up and drop-off from multiple central points in Athens in an air-conditioned bus
• Headsets for enhanced experience during the guided tour
• Onboard Wi-Fi
• Includes lunch (as per the option selected)
• Multilingual audio-guided tour (as per option selected)
• Virtual Reality headsets for enhanced experience (as per the option selected)

• The optional audio tour is available in English, Dutch, French, German, Italian & Spanish.
• This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Skip the stress and enjoy Meteora’s best in one easy, full-day tour, with monastery visits, a Kalabaka shopping spree, and an optional Greek lunch.

• Day out to: Depart from Athens’ Larissa Railway Station aboard a modern, air-conditioned coach bus. The scenic ride takes you north through Thessaly’s farmlands, with glimpses of quiet villages and the rising silhouettes of Meteora’s iconic rock towers in the distance.
• Travel tip: You will need to make a small cash offering of €3 to €5 per person for entry to each monastery.
• Everything you get: Take a 4-hour guided Meteora tour with a local expert, exploring the region’s monastic history, cave dwellings, and 3 monasteries (depending on rotating availability). Use an audio guide in 10+ languages, enjoy curated photo stops of all six monasteries, and explore the Hermit Caves of Badovas. Before heading back to Athens, stop at Kalabaka for local ceramics, handmade icons, and herbs from the Meteora foothills.
• Upgrades: Select the lunch upgrade for a traditional Greek meal in Kastraki Village. Enjoy mountain specialties like lamb moussaka, oven-baked pastitsio, or spinach pie, with local wine and a view of the cliffs.

Inclusions

• Round-trip transfers to and from Athens by air-conditioned coach bus
• Meteora tour with panoramic views of all 6 monasteries
• Entry to 3 monasteries (depending on their rotating schedules)
• Entry to the Hermit Caves of Badovas
• Photo stops at all 6 monasteries
• Shopping stop at Kalabaka (Dimoula Square)
• English-speaking driver
• Expert English-speaking local guide
• Smart audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Polish, Russian, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese
• Traditional Greek lunch at Kastraki Village (based on option selected)
• Free Wi-fi and USB chargers on the bus
• Bottled water onboard

Exclusions

• Pick-up and drop-off services
• A small offering of €3 to €5 per monastery
• Guide inside the monasteries (multilingual audio guides available)
• Food and drinks
• Tips for the guide (optional)
• Personal travel insurance

• As you exit Larissa train station, head straight across the street. You'll find your 'Visit Meteora' bus parked on Theodore Diligianni Street, right outside Everest Café.
• You'll visit 2 to 4 monasteries, depending on the day and schedule. Each monastery closes one day a week (Great Meteoron is closed Tuesdays, Varlaam on Fridays).
• Meteora is not wheelchair accessible; most monasteries involve steps or inclined paths. For easier access, visit St. Stephen’s, which has a paved path and minimal stairs.
• Tours are by local minibus or coach. Distances are short, but roads are steep and winding.
• Toilets are not available on the bus, but a rest stop is included mid-way for bathroom use and snacks.
• Tour guides are not allowed inside the monasteries. Please bring earphones and a smartphone to use the audio guide during your visit.
• Monasteries have a strict dress code. Men must wear trousers (no shorts), and women must wear long skirts and cover their shoulders (no pants). Wrap skirts and shawls are available at the entrance.
• Avoid flip-flops and wear comfortable closed shoes. There are uneven stone paths and many stairs.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.