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Zagori & Meteora, Greece

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Zagori and Meteora are two of Greece's most dramatic inland destinations, drawing travellers away from the coast and into the rugged heart of Epirus and Thessaly. Zagori is a mountainous region in northwestern Greece famous for its 46 stone-village settlements (the Zagorochoria), the stunning Vikos Gorge — one of the deepest in the world — and a network of ancient cobblestone paths ideal for hiking and trekking. Meteora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is defined by its towering sandstone rock pillars atop which Byzantine monasteries have perched since the 14th century, making it one of the most otherworldly landscapes in all of Europe. Together, the two regions attract hikers, history lovers, and photographers seeking Greece's wilder, more spiritual side.

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Zagori & Meteora, Greece · 7 days

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Self-Launched Hiking Zagori & Meteora, Greece

Ditch the guided group and tackle one of Greece's most dramatic hiking circuits on your own terms. This self-launched version of the Trails Beyond itinerary takes you from Athens into the stone-village heartland of Zagori — through the Vradeto Steps, across the iconic arch bridges, deep into Vikos Gorge, up to Astraka Refuge and the mystical Dragon Lake — before finishing with Meteora's towering monasteries. Well-marked trails (most with GPX files available free online), affordable guesthouses with legendary home cooking, and reliable intercity buses make this eminently doable without a guide. Estimated cost is approximately £520–£580 per person — roughly a third of the commercial tour price.

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