2 Day Greece Hiking Tour to the Mythical Olympus Mountain in Litochoro, Central Macedonia
Hiking Tour in Greece
Hiking Mount Olympus is a thrilling adventure that combines mythology, history, and natural beauty. Here’s a concise overview of the Mount Olympus hiking experience: Mount Olympus is legendary as the home of the Twelve Olympian gods in Greek mythology.
Highlights
- 2 hiking days, with a total distance of 19 kilometers / 11.8 miles
- Hike at the home of the ancient Greek gods
- Stay one night at a mountain hut
- Discover the unique fauna and flora of Mt Olympus
- See waterfalls, caves, and more attractions
- English-speaking mountain leader with international first aid certification
- Group pharmacy and local transfers included
- Walk on European Path E4
Skill level
- Beginner
Thessaloniki Airport "Macedonia" (US$ 112 per person)
Accommodation
Participants will spend the night in a mountain hut at 2,100 meters / 6,890 fetet.
Program
Itinerary
Day 1: Prionia - Spilios Agapitos Refuge
- Distance: 6 kilometers / 3.7 miles
- Duration: 4 hours
Prionia is at an altitude of 1,100 meters / 3,609 feet, with a parking lot. It is a 6-kilometer route approximately 4-5 hours with stops, and is the most widely used hiking trail on Mount Olympus. The biggest part of this hike goes through thick pine forests, beech, and fir trees, and is in good condition.
The finishing point for the first day is Spilios Agapitos Refuge, where you will stay for the night inside the refuge or outside in tents. The refuge is fully equipped with a bathroom, kitchen and power supply. From there, you can enjoy the Aegean Sea and the beautiful colors during sunset.
Day 2: Spilios Agapitos Refuge - Skala - Skolio - Spilios Agapitos - Prionia
- Distance: 13 kilometers / 8 miles
- Duration: 9 hours
You wake up early in the morning enjoying the sun rising and after having your breakfast, you start hiking to Skala and Skolio peaks. After reaching the peaks and enjoying the view, you return to the refuge for a short rest, and then you head back to Prionia.
The tour can be changed according to your needs and preferences.
Equipment
These are the equipment that you will need during the hiking program:
- Light hiking shoes or hiking boots
- Hiking poles (Trail Path can provide if you don’t have any)
- Backpack of at least 40 liters
- Waterproof backpack cover
- Clothing according to the weather conditions
- Sleeping bag or sheets for the refuges
- Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
- Waterproof jacket or membrane
- Light snack
- Bottle of water 1.5 liters
- Hygiene items and personal medicines
- Headlamp
Location
Renowned for its mythological significance as the home of the Greek gods, the Mount Olympus trek offers various routes. This hiking tour will start at Litochoro, where the group will first meet together.
Food
Meals and drinks are not included in this package.
What's included
- English-speaking mountain leader with international first aid certification
- Group pharmacy
- Taxes
- Local transfer from Litochoro to Prionia and back
- 1 overnight in mountain hut
What's not included
- Transportation to Litochoro (available on addition cost)
- Accommodations before and after the tour
- Any personal expenses (drinks, snacks, souvenirs, etc.)
- Travel and rescue/medical insurance
- Guide gratuities - optional
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusion list
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Thessaloniki Airport "Macedonia"
71 km
Transfer not provided
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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