Greece · Religious & Spiritual

3-Day Motorcycle Tour of Meteora and Lake Plastiras from Athens

3 Days Round trip from Athens Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Trikala's centre, including the famous Clock Tower, Koursoum Mosque, and Kliafa Centre of History and Culture
02 Take in the spectacular rock formations and serene monasteries of Meteora
03 Enjoy a scenic motorcycle round tour of Mount Koziakas through villages, rivers, and snow resorts
04 Ride to Lake Plastiras, "Little Switzerland," and admire its idyllic natural landscape

Ride a motorcycle from Athens to Trikala and Meteora, combining cultural stops with some of central Greece's most striking landscapes. Explore Trikala's centre on foot, including the famous Clock Tower, the well-preserved Koursoum Mosque, and the Kliafa Centre of History and Culture, before taking in the spectacular rock formations and monasteries of Meteora. Continue with a scenic round tour of Mount Koziakas through monasteries, picturesque villages, rivers, and snow resorts. The journey concludes at Lake Plastiras, known as "Little Switzerland," surrounded by an idyllic landscape of incomparable natural beauty.

Get mesmerized by the size of the rock formations and the spectacular beauty and serenity of the monasteries in Meteora, Thessaly.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Athens, Trikala, Meteora

Languages English, German, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Athens to Trikala and Meteora

Park the motorcycles in Trikala, Thessaly, and explore the centre on foot. Visit the famous Clock Tower, the Koursoum Mosque, one of the best-preserved mosques on Greek soil, and finally the "Kliafa" Centre of History and Culture, where a dazzling display of exhibits always captures the traveller's attention. (Duration: 3 hours)
Get mesmerized by the size of the rock formations and the spectacular beauty and serenity of the monasteries in Meteora, Thessaly. (Duration: 6 hours)

Stay overnight in Meteora.

Day 02

Scenic Mount Koziakas Motorcycle Tour

Go on a beautiful trip around Mount Koziakas. This tour will captivate you with monasteries, picturesque villages, rivers, snow resorts, and a magnificent motorcycle route, creating an incredible puzzle that will be your playground for the day.

Day 03

Meteora to Athens via Lake Plastiras

Ride to Lake Plastiras, Krioneri 43067, Greece, also known as "Little Switzerland." This lake is surrounded by an idyllic landscape of incomparable natural beauty that captivates you at first sight. (Duration: 3 hours)

Where this trip takes you

Meteora rock formations, Monastery of St. Nicholas Anapausas, Mount Koziakas, Lake Plastiras

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Athens 3 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Use of a BMW rental motorcycle
Use of a helmet for the duration of the tour
GPS with POIs
Accommodation on a bed-and-breakfast basis in a respected, centrally located hotel in Kastraki below Meteora
Planning and organization of the tour
All fees and taxes

What's Not Included

Admission to points of interest
Tolls, if applicable
Refuelling
Lunch, dinner, snacks, and beverages
Tour guide

What to bring

A valid motorcycle license is required for the specific category of the motorcycle rental.
An international motorcycle license is required where applicable.

Know before you go

Participation ages are between 22 and 70 years old.
All tours start and end at the tour provider's premises.
Trikala is one of the most beautiful cities in Greece, with excellent urban planning, lovely stone-paved roads, monuments of historical importance, big squares perfect for socializing, and magnificent local cuisine. It is built where ancient Trikki used to be; mythology states that the nymph Trikki was the daughter of Peneus, the Thessalian river god. The Lithaios River runs through the prefecture capital, offering another element of relaxation and beauty. This is also the homeland of the iconic doctor of antiquity, Asclepius.
700 EUR - 1 person on a single-room basis
800 EUR - 2 people sharing a double room

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