Top Things to do in Trikala Region
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What to do and see in Trikala Region, Thessaly: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups
Discover the best top things to do in Trikala Region, Greece including Great Meteoron Monastery, Meteora Tour, Meteora e-Bike, Meteora Rocks, Meteora, Visit Meteora Travel, Mosteiros em Meteora, Meteora Thrones - Travel & Tourism Center, Palaiokarya’s Stone Bridge, Holy Trinity Monastery (Agia Triada).
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1. Great Meteoron Monastery
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5.0 based on 1,409 reviews
Reviewed By ek7833
On 22 June 2019, we took a 4-hour train from Athens to Kalabaka to visit the meteora monasteries and took another 4-hour train back. It was a tour organised by Meteora Thrones. We visited 3 monasteries and see the other 3 from strategic spots. Excellent tour. Thanks to the organizer. Of the 3 we visited viz. the Great Meteoron Monastery, the Variaam and St Stephen monastery, the Great Meteoron Monastery is the biggest and required more effort to reach and has the most impressive views of the plains and rock formation. To reach this Byzantine monastery, we had to up the steps under the midday sun when the temperature reached 34 degree in celsius. But It was worthwhile believe me. The Monastery was built on a steep rock column which rises to a height of more than 400 metres (1,300 ft). The whole Monastery was in good shape. The museum, the open courtyards, the chapel are well preserved. The views looking down from above was astonishing, impressive and breathtaking. Walking inside this medieval treasure, we could not imagine how the ancient monks and nuns built the monastery and how they could live in there without external supports. We could only appreciate their untiring effort and desire to connect human with the Divine. A highly recommended activity when visiting Athens.
2. Meteora Tour
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5.0 based on 110 reviews
Going through the rocks of Meteora, visiting the holy monasteries and the Prehistoric cave of Theopetra is something that could change your life. Feel the spiritual energy, enjoy the stunning view,learn and embrace the diversity a monks life,making the most out of your trip. Take the opportunity to visit one of the most amazing places in Greece.
3. Meteora e-Bike
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5.0 based on 277 reviews
Rent a bike or join us on a guided bike tour and explore one of the most spectacular places on earth.
4. Meteora Rocks
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5.0 based on 54 reviews
Enjoy our every day tour and discover the amazing world of Meteora.
5. Meteora
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5.0 based on 5,338 reviews
Reviewed By FrancescaB2907 - Kalamata, Greece
Meteora is a special place,the combination of, beautiful countryside, amazing rock formations, ever changing weather, and the wonderful monasteries perched atop the rugged rocks is outstanding..
6. Visit Meteora Travel
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5.0 based on 2,656 reviews
Visit Meteora is a group of travel professionals and local destination experts who have combined their talents, knowledge, resources and travel passion to become the pioneers of Destination Management Company in Meteora Greece. In 2016 and 2017 Visit Meteora was awarded the golden prize of the Greek Tourism Awards, for its excellence in destination marketing and management of Meteora. Our company offers the most exclusive mixture of enjoyable and memorable travel experiences both in the Meteora region and also around it, ranging from soft adventures and sight-seeing tours to day trips and transfers in one of the most breathtaking places of Greece! We take great pride that all of our tours are highly rated by our customers, proofing our long lasting commitment to excellence in everything we do. Above all, our main goal for the past years is to bring our visitors in touch with the essence of what a Meteora visit is all about: a deeply transformative experience in a natural wonder.
7. Mosteiros em Meteora
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5.0 based on 121 reviews
Reviewed By SakeSeguro
Since we usually have some part of our seaside vacations in Greece, for us it's a very good tradition to visit this area because we are Orthodox Christians, firstly, and since the very atmosphere, freshness of air, perception of freedom and the very views are so impressive to be described that it's necessary to feel them all at site, secondly. Better to plan your visit by some rented car if you wish some real independence from any group, be there before the very opening and to visit as many monasteries as you want. We started our trip there from Neoi Poroi at some about 6.00 a.m.; roads are very good and almost empty within these hours and therefore, at 7.30 we had our short rest at the gas station when monasteries were on our horizon :). This gas station ERIV (will be at the same side of the highway you'll follow) is very suited for this :) - nice veranda for grabbing coffee, very amicable owner Greek-Italian or Italian-Greek makes it very tasty :) and prices for the very gasoline are good. After refilling your car just in 20-25 minutes you'll be over that famous touristic sight plate where without any interference you'll have as much time as you wish to admire the whole valley beneath, the rocks around and monasteries over them - so nice to be there when there is none of any group tourists :). Then continue your way to Great Meteoro as the farthest monastery in your route and from there it's better to start your acquaintance with them. We had visited three monasteries (Meteoro, Varlaam and Roussanou) and thus, this consequence confirmed to be the most logic :) - and when the majority of all groups just begin to overcrowd the area you'll already be at Roussanou after patient, calming and non-packed visits to all planned places including the museum at Varlaam and souvenir shops in all three. Summing up, the very place is very inspiring for life and really boosts everyday moods :). At noon following these itinerary and schedule you'll be free to start your way back to the seaside :).
8. Meteora Thrones - Travel & Tourism Center
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5.0 based on 1,327 reviews
Meteora Thrones - Travel Center is the leading travel service company in Meteora and the surrounding area, which has earned the trust and loyalty of visitors who want to organize in the best and most effective way their visit to Meteora and the Holy Monasteries. We organize every day tours with the goal to offer you the absolute and authentic Meteora experience with the best prices in the area. Enjoy with us the best panoramic and majestic views of your life. Our experienced staff and the “State of the Art” VIP Limo Mini bus we own guarantee an unforgettable, high quality, way to discover our unique place. We also provide private tours with VIP services and personalized program to enjoy the magic of Meteora in the maximum. Come along to make the tour of your dreams!
9. Palaiokarya’s Stone Bridge
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5.0 based on 140 reviews
Reviewed By 192vasilist - Athens, Greece
This old stone bridge has the unique advantage of having two waterfalls, one before and one after the bridge. The location is easy to find, but it is much easier to have a car to drive there. It was not crowded when I got there, even though it was on a weekend. Nature around is beautiful. If you are into photography, the setting gives great opportunities for long exposures.
10. Holy Trinity Monastery (Agia Triada)
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4.5 based on 464 reviews
This 15th-century monastery is carved into the mountainside and is the one most often shown in ads.
Reviewed By XTravelingSoldierX - Vancouver, United States
I have seen many sunsets from traveling the world. This one is just breathtaking. The rock formations are majestic and the monastery built on top of the rock is just plain impressive...but the sunset...wow It was worth waiting around for one hour just to see it. If you want the best view (on the edge of the cliff) I recommend you show up at least an hour early because the location fills up rather quickly. Be careful though, there are no barriers so I wouldn't recommend taking kids on the edge of the rock.
