Meteora, Undiscovered Greece

Option A

Meteora-Metsovo, truffle hunting, and wine tasting:
This option combines adventure, food, and wine. First, you can explore the surrounding mountains and the picturesque village of Metsovo. In the heart of the forest, you will have an opportunity to go truffle hunting.  The flavorful underground mushrooms are very popular in Europe and have been used as gourmet food for centuries.  The truffles sprout grow underground and for that reason is very difficult to find them.  

Next on the list is Averoff’s winery to taste some of the best wines of Greece.  Its history began in the late 1950s when Evangelos Averoff planted Greece΄s first Cabernet Sauvignon vines on the steep slopes of Mount Pindus!

 Your day will end at a traditional restaurant for a sampling of local food!

Option B 

Meteora food and wine Tour
Another culinary experience, Option B begins with short walks in the town of Kalambaka with transportation via a mini-bus to visit various delicatessens, groceries, restaurants, dairies, sweet and pie shops, as well as a nearby winery to taste the most traditional local flavors of Meteora. Taste homemade traditional spinach pie, bougatsa, herbs and spices, yogurt with honey and nuts, and locally produced sausages and cheeses. Visit a nearby local family estate winery to learn about the local grape varietals and to taste 5 local labels. The tour also includes a visit to the local museum of Natural History and Mushrooms to taste dishes made out of indigenous varieties of mushrooms. The Mediterranean diet incorporates not only the basics of healthy eating but also an intriguing blend of tastes, flavors, and cultures that combine dishes of ancient Greece, Italy, the Balkans, and the Near East. The traditional Greek cuisine is one of the best representatives of the Mediterranean diet. It relies heavily on the use of nuts, olive oil, legumes, succulent herbs, fresh vegetables, and a variety of different cheeses and wines. English speaking guides will walk you through the rich local flavors and the long history and the culture of Meteora. Numbers are limited to 16 people, ensuring a personalized experience on this tour.

Option C

Meteora half-day sightseeing tour by mini-bus
Visit 3 main monasteries of Meteora and discover the natural beauty and the cultural heritage of this area. This Meteora Half-day Sightseeing Tour will take you back to the dark ages and the story of the first hermits and monks who laid the foundations of what later on became the monastic community of Meteora. Learn which monastery was the first to be established and the true motivations behind the monks’ decision to try to climb the steep rocks of Meteora and build the monasteries there. Learn everything, see everything! And then we will take you to the most beautiful spots to enjoy amazing views and take photos. With this comprehensive half-day morning Tour of Meteora, you’ll discover this astonishing site through the eyes and the narrative of the locals! 

Inclusions:
Pick up and drop off service from Kalampaka or Kastraki
See all monasteries
English-speaking local tour leader
Semi-independent tour
Transportation by air-conditioned minibus
On your tour of Meteora you will be able to visit inside 3 monasteries
Free wifi 
Map and bottle of water

Exclusions:
Gratuities (optional)
State licensed guide
Entrance fees 3 euro per person at each monastery

Option D

Meteora electric bike tour
Ride the smile-making bikes between the rock giants of Meteora and learn about the culture, tradition, and history of the cliff-suspended Monasteries and their surroundings from a certified local bike leader.
Even for those that are not in great shape, the electric bikes are powerful enough to do all the work and let the visitor focus on the landscape without getting tired.
You meet in front of the Meteora e-Bike office, right in the center of the lovely town of Kalampaka. Your leader will lead you out on a 4-hour sightseeing and monastery tour by e-bike.
Hear stories about tradition, history, and landmarks you see along the route. Short breaks for pictures and chat. Groups are small, with a maximum of 8 people and your smiling local tour leader.

Inclusions:
Electric assistance bike
Helmet
Certified bike leader
Water
Raincoat (if needed)

Exclusions:
Monastery tickets (3 euros each, cash only)

*If none of the above options appeal to you, just tell us. Also possible:

• Hiking Meteora's caves
• Hiking and Scramble tour of Great Saint
• Meteora rock climbing