Thessaloniki Train Tours: 9 to Book

1.Full-Day Meteora Tour from Thessaloniki by Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 38 reviews · from $59Our pick

Travel by train from Thessaloniki to Kalambaka, then explore Meteora by Mercedes van with an English-speaking guide. Visit three monasteries, see hermit caves, and hear local stories from guides such as Katerina, Ava, or Demetrios. Train delays and monastery stairs require patience.

“Other than an almost disaster with the train transfer at Paleofarsolos (the train ticket should also be written in English as we almost made a big mistake with the transfer. Meteora was beyond amazing and the only regret is that the next time I would stay in Kalabaka for a few days to have more time to take this incredible in place in a more leisurely pace (not the fault of the tour company). We did see two of the six monasteries but by staying longer, I found out that all six are available if there was more time. Sotos our driver and Vasilios our guide made the trip even…”

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2.Local Agency – 1 day by Train Thessaloniki to Meteora in English or Spanish

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 36 reviews · from $89

Take the 08:56 train from Thessaloniki to Kalabaka, changing at Palaiofarsala. A guide and Wi-Fi-equipped limo minibus meet you there for five hours at Meteora, with views of all six monasteries and visits inside three. Guides may include Krisha or Dimitris.

“Good customer service, gregarious and knowledgeable guide, excellent driver, ample time to view the rocks and monestaries. Excellent photo opportunities”

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3.From Thessaloniki: Train Trip to Meteora & Monastery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 26 reviews · from $107

Take the morning train from Thessaloniki past Mount Olympus and the old lands of Achilles to Kalambaka. Meet guide Dinos or Chris, then tour Meteora by minibus, enter three monasteries, stop at viewpoints, and return by train after free time in town.

“The guide was very kind and told us a lot about the story of the monasteries, as well as curiosities and historical events that happened in the region. I would totally recommend to take this tour if you’re coming in the nearby!”

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4.METEORA – 2 Days by Train from Thessaloniki – including 2 Guided Meteora tours – Daily

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $202

Travel from Thessaloniki to Kalabaka by train, stay one night in a 3-star hotel, and see Meteora at sunset and again the next morning. Guides such as Photini, Nancy, Olivia, and driver Nikos have led the tours, which visit all monasteries and enter three or four.

“The two guides Photini and especially Nancy and also the driver Nikos were excellent. They even managed to avoid the heavy crowds.”

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5.Meteora: 2-Days Train Tour from Thessaloniki – Local Agency

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 15 reviews · 2 days · from $198

Spend two days exploring Meteora from Thessaloniki with a local guide, sunset tour, monastery visits, and a choice of panoramic drive or hike. The package includes transport, a Kalabaka hotel, breakfast, and guided tours, though you should confirm whether your departure uses the train or bus.

“Everything was absolutely great ! The organisation, accomodation, guides , drivers and of course the amazing scenery and monasteries. It was spectacular and I loved everything about this tour. It was certainly a highlight of my holiday in Greece. Communication with the organisers was also excellent. They were quick to respond to emails especially when I wasn’t sure if where to get off the bus. They do need to change the title - it is a bus tour from Thessaloniki not a train tour anymore so that is misleading. Having said that the buses are great and it was a very comfortable and easy trip to kalabaka from Thessaloniki.”

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6.Thessaloniki: Mount Olympus and Dion Day Trip by Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 9 reviews · 10 - 13 hours · from $106

Ride the train from Thessaloniki to Katerini, then visit Dion, Platamon Castle, Litochoro, and the Enipeas Gorge near Mount Olympus. English and Greek guides, including Damian, lead private or small-group tours. Bring water, sun protection, and sturdy shoes.

“Enjoyable day. Guide Damian did a great job. Very happy to take the train to and from Katerini, no problems there.”

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7.Two Days Rail Tour to Meteora from Thessaloniki

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $287Top rated

Travel from Thessaloniki to Kalambaka by train, then see Meteora at sunset and spend the next morning hiking or touring by minibus. Your package includes breakfast, local transfers, bottled water, WiFi, and a small group of up to 12 people.

“I recommend it for people who don't really like package tours due to the choices you're given. I liked having a little adventure of taking the train by ourselves to Kalambaka, where we were picked up. The sunset tour was great for my older parents and me, and I recommend briRead more”

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8.Rail Tour from Thessaloniki to Meteora 3 Days – 2 Nights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $1,261

Travel by train from Thessaloniki to Meteora for two nights, guided monastery visits, a choice of hiking or a half-day tour, and a sunset option. Expect small groups of up to 12, hotel transfers, breakfast, and guides such as Dimitre Jim and Costos.

“Nice package! Small group touring just right and guides exceptional. Accommodations and food just right.”

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9.Meteora 2-Day Tour by Train from Thessaloniki

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 days · from $194

Take the 8:00 AM train from Thessaloniki to Kalambaka, change at Paleofarsalo, and meet your English-speaking guide for a sunset tour of Meteora. Stay overnight in Kalambaka, then choose a midday or hiking tour before returning by train. Monastery entry, meals, and hotel tax cost extra.

“There was a mixup regarding whether our tour would be in the morning or at noon on the second day. That said, everything was very professional, and we overlooked the confusion and rate the trip as excellent.”

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