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Meteora: Self-guided App-based Driving Tour
Experience the magic of Meteora, Greece, where ancient monasteries perch atop towering pillars of rock. With this self-guided audio tour, dive into the history of the monasteries, the hermit monks who built them, as well as miraculous tales of Saint George and the looming threat of Ottoman invasion. Combine natural beauty, rich history, and incredible architecture in one of Greece’s top travel destinations. Recommended: purchase one tour per car. Everyone can listen at the same time! After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
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- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 15 travelers
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Location
This experience is centered on one mapped location. 1 of 7 stops have map coordinates.
- 1
Geological Formation Museum of Meteora
Museum of Geological Formations. If you want to dive deeper into the geologic history of Meteora, this is a great stop after your tour. It’s open from 8am to 3pm and entry is free. Note: The tour is over 2+ miles long per tour, with more than 25+ audio stories per tour, and takes about 2-3 hours per tour to complete. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
60 min - 2
Stop 2
Pass byThe first of the monasteries in Meteora. Built in the late 14th century, this monastery served as a resting place for the many pilgrims who traveled to Meteora.
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of Kalambaka
Pass byThe Holy Monastery of St. Barbara Roussanou is a Greek Orthodox monastery located in the Meteora region of Greece, near the town of Kalambaka. It is one of six functioning monasteries in the area and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Stop 4
Pass byThe Holy Monastery of Varlaam, the second largest monastery in Meteora. It’s also a great example of how important defense was to the monks who built these monasteries.
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Stop 5
Pass byUp ahead is the Holy Monastery of Great Meteoron, the largest monastery in Meteora. Like some of the other monasteries, it also has a second name, ‘The Metamorphosis of the Saviour’ monastery. But this monastery isn’t just big. It’s also the whole reason there are so many incredible monasteries in the first place!
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Stop 6
Pass byThe history of this monastery is a little sketchy, in part because it was built by different people at many different time periods. Some evidence suggests the earliest construction may have begun in the mid-1300s, but the bulk of the monastery likely dates back to sometime around the 1470s.
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Stop 7
Pass byThis is the most accessible of Meteora’s many monasteries, so don’t worry about climbing another 100 or two steps for this one! All you need to do to access it, is to cross a sturdy stone bridge. The Monastery of Saint Stephen is also simultaneously one of the oldest and newest monasteries in Meteora.
What's included
- Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
- Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
- Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
- Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
- Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
- Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
- One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
- Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
- Self-guided audio tour through our easy-to-use mobile app.
- Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
What's not included
- Self-guided tour — no live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
- New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
- Audio Setup: Connect your phone to your car's stereo system using Bluetooth, USB, or AUX. For the best experience, consider using headphones for walking tours. Audio playback is compatible with Apple CarPlay, with navigation features coming soon. Support for Android Auto is also on the way.
- The tour requires a supported mobile device for navigation. Please use an iPhone with iOS 15 or later, an Android device with Android 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular service.
Tickets
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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Meteora: Self-Guided App-Based Driving Tour
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