Epic monasteries in Meteora, historical Athens & Island vibes in Santorini
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WHY GO:
Hike Meteora’s mystical peaks, explore ancient Athens, relax on Aegean beaches, and sail to stunning Santorini. This Greek adventure blends nature, history, culture, and relaxation—perfect for explorers, food lovers, and sunset chasers alike.
WHAT ARE SOME OF THE MANY HIGHLIGHTS?
Meteora Region:
- Hiking to Meteora Monasteries – Explore breath taking trails to the iconic cliff-top monasteries.
- Great Saint Scramble Tour – A more adventurous route offering epic views and an intimate look at the rock formations.
- Visit Palaiokarya’s Stone Bridge – Discover this hidden gem with a scenic waterfall and historic stone bridge.
- Catch Epic Sunsets – Enjoy the dramatic sunsets over Meteora’s surreal landscape.
- Savour Authentic Greek Cuisine – Indulge in local tavern dishes and traditional Greek flavours.
Athens:
- Tour the Historical Centre – Walk through Plaka, Monastiraki, and Syntagma.
- Visit the Acropolis – See the Parthenon and other ancient marvels that define classical Greece.
- Relax at a Beach Club – After cultural exploration, unwind in style by the sea.
Optional ADD-ON Santorini Island:
- Travel by Ferry to Santorini – Scenic Aegean journey to the Cycladic gem.
- Hike to Oia – Coastal hike from Fira to the postcard-perfect village of Oia.
- Relax at the Black Sand Beach – Unwind on unique volcanic shores like Perissa or Kamari.
- Wine Tasting Experience – Sample award-winning local wines at clifftop vineyards.
- Catamaran Day Trip – Cruise around the caldera with BBQ, open bar, and snorkelling stops to the hotspots of the island.
- Enjoy More Amazing Greek Food – Dine with views of the caldera while enjoying fresh seafood and island specialties.
TRIP DETAILS
Start & End Date: Thu, 25 Sep – Sun, 5 Oct 2025
Starting time & location: Lilia Hotel in Piraeus, Athens - Meet your guide at 6PM on Thursday 25th of September.
Note: If you are arriving earlier or later, please us know in the sheet that will be shared with you closer to the event date, so that we can accordingly make the relevant pickup arrangements.
Finishing time & location: Athens city 1st of October - 10:30 AM on Wednesday 1st of October. If you will join the ADD-ON Santorini: Finish will be **Santorini Airport **Sunday 5th of October 10:30 AM.
Note: If you are leaving earlier or later, please us know in the sheet that will be shared with you closer to the event date, so that we can accordingly make the relevant drop-off arrangements.
Hiking / Walking Distance (Note: Hikes are completely optional):
- Day 0 (Thursday): Arrive in Athens, Greece.
- Day 1: Drive from Athens to Meteora, 355km taking around 4-5 hours by minivan.
- Day 2: 11 km – Loop hike around the Monasteries in Meteora with an elevation of 350m
- Day 3: 3 km – Hiking and Scramble Tour between the rock formations in Meteora taking around 3 hours.
- Day 4: Drive from Meteora to Athens, 355km taking around 4-5 hours by minivan.
- Day 5: Local tour of Athens centre, max 3 hours with an optional visit to the Acropolis
- Day 6: Departure day from Athens city or travel onwards by ferry to Santorini (230 km taking around 5 ½ to 6 hours)
SANTORINI ADD-ON:
- Day 1: Travel by ferry from Piraeus to Santorini – 230km, duration 5 ½ to 6 hours
- Day 2: Hike from Fira to Oia – around 10km with an elevation of 300-400m with good paths taking around 3-4 hours.
- Day 3: Beach day
- Day 4: Catamaran boat trip
- Day 5: Departure day from Santorini Airport
Hiking Difficulty: Easy going / intermediate – hiking at relaxed pace on well-marked paths, moderate elevation, sure-footedness & general good fitness required.
What is Included?
- Community leader for the entire duration & local guides during several tours and activities.
- 3 x nights hotel accommodation in Athens (mix of triple & quadruple share accommodation). Note: Additional accommodation upgrade options are available.
- 3 x nights hotel accommodation in Meteora (triple share accommodation). Note: Additional accommodation upgrade options are available.
- Breakfast included for all days
- Private Transportation for the entire trip starting from the meeting location to the finishing location (excluding taxis or metro, if needed in Athens city).
- Monasteries Hike in Meteora & the Hike and Scramble Tour.
- Road trip to Palaiokarya’s Stone Bridge in Trikala. Access to Bolivar Beach Club.
- Guided walking tour in the historic centre of Athens, opt to visit the Acropolis.
- Access to a dedicated whatsapp group for this event to connect with other trip mates, coordinate arrival options & stay in touch (link to whatsapp group in the ticket).
- Access to a shared Google photo album where you can share & view all amazing pictures & videos from the trip (link to google photos album in the whatsapp group description)
- Add-on possibility – 4 nights in Santorini:
Included:
- Community leader for the entire duration & local guides during several tours and activities
- Transportation for the entire trip starting from the meeting location to the finishing location. This includes the ferry from Piraeus to Santorini and local transportation on the island if needed.
- 4x Hotel nights including breakfast in Santorini in a twin share. Note: additional accommodation upgrade options are available.
- Hiking trip from Fira to Oia.
- Catamaran day trip including BBQ, drinks and snorkelling.
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Epic monasteries in Meteora, historical Athens & Island vibes in Santorini