TRANSPORT: BUS ROUTE: PELION-VOLOS-LARISA-TRIKALA-KALAMPAKA DEPARTURE TIME: 08:30* * Departure and return time is dependant on departure points (Volos and other destinations of Pelion) RETURN TIME: 20:00 MINIMUM PARTICIPATION: 10 PERSONS CODE: ADE 801 Description: A daily excursion that combines the unique experiences that Meteora (the stone forest) offers with the religious sentiment that the Monasteries create. The journey to Meteora starts from Volos and other resorts in Pelion. You will pass by the cities of Larisa, Trikala and Kalambaka. After arriving at the base in Kalambaka you travel up to the beautiful rocks of Meteora. At the northwest edge of the Plain of Thessaly, between the mountain of Pindos and Antichasia , near the Peneios river, the stone giants of Meteora stand still and silent. Their proud and imposing aspect discontinues the monotony of the vast Thessalic plain. The rocks are right above Kalambaka and the picturesque Kastraki, full of awe and beauty. This unique place has more than a hundred ridges forming thus a magnificent awe inspiring experience that will simply take your breath away . You will learn about the monarchy of the 11th century and visit two of these historical monasteries. Usually visiting the Monasteries of either Agios Stefano, Big Meteoro, Varlaam or Agio Nikolao, depending on the day that excursion occurs. Afterwards the visit to Meteora you start the descend to Kastraki, where you will have a meal in a traditional Greek Tavern with a beautiful view of these magnificent rocks. Your trip will continue via the Thessalian plain towards Volos (3 hours). In Volos (according to your choice) you will have plenty of time to see the town or drink some coffee. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW Price per person: From 45,00 € to 72,00 per person (depends on participation) Price includes: Transfers with bus to Meteora and returning to your resort. English speaking tourist guide Meteora (or other language if nec- essary) Meal in Kastraki or Kalampaka Entry to the Monasteries Travel insurance Escort /Guide Les Hirondelles All taxes What you should have with you: trekking shoes, hat, pair of trousers, sun cream and sun glasses, water. The final schedule will be determined by the tour leader as will be affected by resort starting points and number of participants. Nature-View-Myth-Tradition