Meteora Rock Monasteries, Greece
What to see at Meteora Rock Monasteries and how to fit it into a Greece trip.
Quick answer
Monasteries built atop impossible rock columns in the 14th century by monks who wanted to be closer to God and further from conflict.
Best season for Greece: May – June or September – October. Recommended trip length: 10–14 Days.
About Meteora Rock Monasteries
Monasteries built atop impossible rock columns in the 14th century by monks who wanted to be closer to God and further from conflict. A UNESCO World Heritage landscape unlike anything else in Europe — sunrise here, with mist in the valleys and the monasteries lit gold, is spiritually overwhelming regardless of your beliefs.
Meteora Rock Monasteries is one of 15 places we cover in Greece, and falls on day 2 of our 5-day Greece plan. A 5-day Greece trip from Mumbai costs about ₹56,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in Greece
- Santorini Caldera Experience
- Acropolis & New Acropolis Museum
- Santorini Caldera & Oia Sunset
- Acropolis of Athens
- Mykonos Town & Beaches
- Crete & Samaria Gorge
- Delphi & Ancient Olympia
- Meteora Monasteries
Questions about Meteora Rock Monasteries
What is Meteora Rock Monasteries?
Monasteries built atop impossible rock columns in the 14th century by monks who wanted to be closer to God and further from conflict. A UNESCO World Heritage landscape unlike anything else in Europe — sunrise here, with mist in the valleys and the monasteries lit gold, is spiritually overwhelming regardless of your beliefs.
When is the best time to visit Meteora Rock Monasteries?
Greece's best season is May – June or September – October, which is the best window for Meteora Rock Monasteries too.
How many days do I need in Greece to include Meteora Rock Monasteries?
Trripah recommends 10–14 Days for Greece. Meteora Rock Monasteries fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Meteora Rock Monasteries in a Greece package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Meteora Rock Monasteries to a Greece plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.