Start by downloading the Action Tour Guide app, which will function as your personal tour guide, audio tour, and map all in one. Your Varlaam Monastery + Meteora Self-Guided Driving Tour begins at the Geological Formation Museum of Meteora in Kastraki. Discover the natural phenomena that crafted Meteora’s landscape. Next, visit the Holy Monastery of Saint Nicholas Anapafsas, where you'll delve into the history and spiritual significance of this serene place. Continue to the Holy Monastery of Rousanos - Saint Barbara, and learn about its dedication to faith amidst breathtaking scenery.

Your journey then leads to the Monastery of Varlaam, where majestic architecture meets divine tranquility. Hear tales of monastic life and the construction feats of the past. Next, ascend to The Great Meteoron Holy Monastery of the Transfiguration of the Saviour. Explore its historical artifacts and understand why this site is a spiritual beacon.

Throughout your tour, the app will provide rich narratives, historical contexts, and cultural insights, making each site come alive. Enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace, with the convenience of detailed maps and directions right at your fingertips. This self-guided tour allows you to experience the mystical and geological marvels of Meteora, ensuring a journey filled with enlightenment, natural beauty, and historical depth.

Why you’ll love this…

Start with Meteora's natural wonders at the Geological Formation Museum
Ascend to the spiritual heights of Saint Nicholas Anapafsas Monastery
Dive into monastic architecture at the breathtaking Monastery of Varlaam
Discover the rich heritage of the Great Meteoron Holy Monastery
Embrace tranquility and panoramic views at the Monastery of the Holy Trinity

Important to know

Know in advance:

This is a self-guided tour; no guide will accompany you. The tour operator's app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map all in one
Please arrange for a vehicle before you take the tour. You only need to book one tour per vehicle, not per person
After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions immediately to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Please don't wait until you are on-site
Works perfectly without cellular or Wi-Fi with offline maps
The audio stories play on their own based on your location. You can start anytime and pause anywhere
Most stops along the tour have animated videos allowing you to visualize what you cannot see, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms
This tour is valid for one year - from the moment of booking. You can use it multiple times over multiple trips
This tour is an audio tour guide and not an attraction entrance ticket

Location

Monastery of Varlaam, Meteoron, Kalabaka 422 00, Greece

Meeting point:

This is a self-guided experience and not an entrance ticket. Your tour starts at the Monastery of Varlaam, Meteora, Kalambaka 422 00, Greece. Before starting your tour, download the tour operator's app, enter your unique password, and download your tour. Please ensure you have a good data or Wi-Fi connection for these steps. Once you're set up, simply follow the audio instructions and route provided.