06 Aug 2023
We took the train from Athens to Meteora on the Hellenic line. Although part of the tour, you take the train from Athens without a guide. Instructions are easy to follow. We were greeted at the train station in Meteora by the bubbly and knowledgeable Xrisa. The bus was clean and in good order with good air-conditioning. Insider information provided by Xrisa before each monastery was accurate and insightful. We were able to purchase food in the town which we took to the first monastery to eat in immaculate gardens. She knew the geological storey of the rocks on which the monasteries are built. She spoke English and German very well. This is a trip you must do in a small group. Very highly recommended.