Discover a world of faith and serenity with this self-guided walking tour of the Monastery of Varlaam in Greece! This majestic monastery perched high atop a cliff holds tons of fascinating history dating back centuries. Learn about the saints who built it against the odds, discover the meaning behind the monastery’s icons, and marvel at awe-inspiring art and architecture. This tour immerses you in history, Orthodox traditions, Byzantine artistry, spectacular views, and peaceful contemplation.
After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.
This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
No expiration — The tour comes with lifetime validity!
Not wheelchair accessible. Near public transportation. Most travelers can participate. How it works: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a text/email with instructions. Download the app (while in good wifi/signal) and use your unique password to access your tours. To begin touring, go to the Starting Point and launch the app. The audio starts automatically. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience. Please note that no one will meet you at the starting point.. Good value Purchase one tour per person. If you are a couple and prefer to share, purchase one tour and remember to bring headphones you can split.. Flexible Schedule: Once the app/tour is on your phone, you can use it any day and at any time. You can use it over multiple days. And, also use it on your next trip here. This tour never expires.. Preview the tour: You can use it before the trip at home (highly recommended), use it during the trip, and use it after you come back.. Don't miss a thing: You will get everything with the app - a complete itinerary, travel tips, professionally narrated audio stories, story script, images, videos, deep dives, hidden gems, exciting locations, recommendations for hikes, adventure, activities, treks, and stop-by-stop direction.. Easy to use: You can get HELP by calling, chatting, or emailing any time of the day.. Expiration/go again: The tour will last for the rest of your life on your phone. It is available for use on any day of your next trip.. Use pictures for a photo book: Create a photo book using clean (no crowd) app images of each spot to make a memorable trip. All the significant photos and the correct sequence is ready in the app for you to use.. Social media: Share clean (no crowd) images with friends/family.. Devices supported include iPhones with iOS 13 & above, Android phones with version 9 & above and all cellular-enabled tablets & iPads.. This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate. Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Varlaam Monastery Greece Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
7/4/2023 - 12/30/2024
Monday - Sunday : | 06:00 AM - 06:00 PM |
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Monastery of Varlaam, Meteoron, Kalampaka 422 00, Greece