What to bring

Ensure you have cash for monastery offerings, typically between €3 and €5 per site, as well as any small purchases. Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes with a good grip since trails and steps at monasteries can be uneven and steep. It's advisable to carry water and a light snack during the summer months (June to August). If you plan on using an audio guide for your visit, don't forget earphones and a fully charged smartphone.

What's not allowed

While photography is welcomed in outdoor areas of Meteora, taking pictures inside churches or of monks and nuns is prohibited. Additionally, drone usage requires special permission due to privacy rules and wildlife protection laws.

Accessibility

Most sites at Meteora are challenging for wheelchair users because monasteries require climbing stairs or navigating inclined paths. However, St. Stephen’s Monastery offers the easiest access with a level, paved path and minimal steps, making it more suitable for visitors with limited mobility.

Additional information

Your guide will meet you at Mesochori (Ancient Settlement of Kastraki), near the Doupiani Rock trailhead below the Pantokrator Monastery ruins. On any given day, your tour may include 2 to 4 monasteries, with each having one designated closing day per week—Great Meteoron is closed on Tuesdays and Varlaam on Fridays—which can vary the route.Monastery offerings (€3 to €5) are not covered in the tour price and must be paid in cash at the gate. A modest dress code is strictly enforced: men should wear long pants, while women need to cover their shoulders with long skirts. Wrap skirts and shawls will be available for purchase if necessary.Transportation between stops involves local minibuses or shuttle vans; although roads can be winding, distances remain short. Toilets are generally accessible at larger monasteries like Great Meteoron, Varlaam, and St. Stephen’s, where a small tip is customary when used.Guides cannot provide commentary inside the monasteries but enhancing your visit with a multi-language audio guide is recommended.