Meteora, Monasteries And Battle of Thermopylae Private Tour From Athens
Description
Meteora hosting one of the largest and most precipitously built complexes of Eastern Orthodox monasteries. The six (of an original twenty four) monasteries are built on immense natural pillars and hill-like rounded boulders that dominate the local area. It is located near the town of Kalambaka at the northwestern edge of the Plain of Thessaly near the Pineios river and Pindus Mountains. Meteora is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List Thermopylae is a place in Greece where a narrow coastal passage existed in antiquity. It derives its name from its hot sulphur springs.The Hot Gates is "the place of hot springs" and in Greek mythology it is the cavernous entrances to Hades A main highway now splits the pass, with a modern-day monument to King Leonidas I of Sparta on the east side of the highway Please note that its 4 hours to arrive to Meteora from Athens And 4 Hours Driving Back on the way back we will make 30 minutes stop to Thermopylae.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Meteora. An amazing place from another world. The tour provides to drive on the rocks where the view is Spectacular. We are going to visit the monasteries and the way of living there. A fantastic trip that worth and you cannot skip. After the tour you can have lunch in the local taverns (Restaurants) at the bottom of the rocks.
The place that the battle of Thermopylae take part The Statue Of Leonidas
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up The Passengers from every spot in Athens they will Advise.!!
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
