Private tour in Athens Frank K

Full Extended Day Trip at Meteora Monasteries from Athens

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Frank K.

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My name is Frank and I welcome you to Athens - Greece, the land of democracy & philosophy, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, the land of sandy beaches & sunny blue skies surrounded by the blue seawater of the Mediterranean. It is a privilege to have been born, to have grown up & finally have the opportunity to show you the great beauties of "my" Greece. Having been a professional tour driver for several years, I have spent the last 25 years offering private tours in Athens as well as all over Greece and after all these years of experience, I can guarantee that I can offer you the best, unforgettable memories to last a lifetime! All you have to do is let me show you Athens - Greece in the unique way I know and do best through my tours. My tours are private and above all flexible. Relax & sit back in one of my well-maintained, fully air-conditioned, smoke-free Mercedes Benz Vehicles (taxis, minivans, minibuses) & enjoy your private tour in Athens - Greece. I will explain about the ancient monuments that you are about to visit, the ancient history of Greece & interesting facts about historical & modern-day Greece, but I am not allowed by law to accompany you into the sites. Furthermore, I am someone you can trust and make you feel safe & comfortable. Thank you very much for your time. You have made an excellent choice! Let your wonderful journey begin! Authorized by the NGTO (National Greek Tourism Organization) License's number 0260E60000600700 Please note that I am not a licensed tour guide and will not be able to accompany you inside of the historical monuments.

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Overview of your Athens tour

This tour offers the visitor the opportunity to visit the impressive Christian Meteora monasteries, built on natural sand stone rock pillars. The atmosphere devoutness combing with the breathtaking natural beauty, makes Meteora an unforgettable destination for everyone. Points of Visit: 1) Kalambaka 2) Thee Meteora Monasteries (Grand Meteoron, Varlaam monastery, St. Nicolas, Holy Trinity, Rousannou, Holy Trinity and St. Stephen) 3) Kastraki 4) Thermopylae As the tour is private and flexible can be customized according to your interests and needs. For any further details, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Your Athens tour itinerary

This unique tour starts with a 4 hours drive towards Meteora via the National Highway, an important town well known due to the second largest and most important complexes of Eastern Orthodox Monasteries in Greece after Mount Athos, Meteora. Arriving at Kalambaka, we will visit three from the six suspended in the air Monasteries, built on natural sand stone rock pillars. The Meteora Monasteries date back to the 11th century and are included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage sites. The James Bond movie for your eyes only was filmed at the Monastery of Holy Trinity. After a late lunch we will drive towards Thermopylae, the Hot Gates. An important town well known for the battle among the Greek forces including the 300 Spartans and their leader King Leonidas and the Persians in 480 BC. The monument of King Leonidas was erected by the battlefield reminding all of us of the sacrifice of those patriots for a free country. Finally, we will return to Athens driving via the National Highway.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation

Fully-air-conditioned, smoke free Mercedes minibus.

What's included
Other: Bottled water English speaking driver
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. If you wish to have a licensed tour guide to accompany you into the sites, I will help you arrange a licensed tour guide to be with you at an extra cost. Airport pickup and drop-off (Additional Cost) * If you wish any of the above mentioned services please message for a customized tour.
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Tour categories
History
Religious Sites
Tour reference number
814426
Languages
English
Activity level
Minimal
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This private tour is ideal for travellers who want to explore the impressive Christian Meteora monasteries and enjoy breathtaking natural beauty. It's perfect for those interested in history, architecture, and religious sites. The tour is also suitable for anyone looking to connect with a local guide like Frank K. for deeper insights into the region.

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Hours icon 13 hours
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