3 Day Olympus Mountain Hiking Tour in Greece
Hiking Tour Greece
The Mount Olympus hike is a captivating adventure in northern Greece, leading to the highest peak, Mytikas, at 2,917 meters. It is a journey through history, nature, and mythology, providing a rewarding experience for outdoor enthusiasts. Along the way, you'll pass through ancient forests, alpine meadows, and breathtaking ridgelines. Whether you're drawn by the challenge or the legends of the gods, this hike promises memories that last a lifetime.
Highlights
- Hike at the home of the ancient Greek gods - Mount Olympus
- Stay at the highest refuge in the Balkans at 2,650 meters
- Discover the unique fauna and flora of Mount Olympus
- Ascent at Skolio peak at 2,911 meters
- Walk on European Path E4
- See waterfalls, caves, and more attractions
- English-speaking mountain leader with international first aid certification
- 2 nights accommodation in mountain huts at 2,100 meters and 2,650 meters
Skill level
- Beginner
3 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
You will spend two overnights in mountain huts at 2,100 meters and 2,650 meters.
Program
This is a mountainous three-day hiking tour on the legendary Mount Olympus, home of ancient Greek Gods. On this three-day hike to Olympus tour, you will go through this monumental natural landscape.
Thickly forested slopes and steep rocky and cloud-covered peaks host more than 1,500 plant species, some of them rare and endemic, as well as wolves, jackals, deer, and some endangered bird and butterfly species.
On the tour, you will stay at Apostolidis and Spilios Agapitos mountain huts, which both offer shelter and food to visitors that stream from all over the world to admire its beauties. Mount Olympus has an extensive network of trails, with a total length exceeding 160 kilometers.
- Distance: 32 kilometers
Daily itinerary
Day 1: Gkortsia - Petrostrougga Refuge - Muses Plateau
- Distance: 12 kilometers
- Duration: 8 to 9 hours
The day will start in Litochoro, where the group will meet and head together towards Gkortsia, the starting point of the hiking tour. The route you will cover on the first day is a twelve-kilometer route, approximately eight to nine hours long with stops, and is one of the most popular hiking trails on Mount Olympus.
Most of this route passes through dense pine, beech, and fir forests and is in good condition.
You will be heading to the Muses Plateau, passing Skourta Peak, the spectacular horizontal ridge of Laimos, and the famous pass of Yossos. Upon arriving at the plateau, participants can enjoy the unique throne of Zeus and the surrounding peaks.
If the weather permits, they will hike to Prophet Ilias (2,803 meters) and see its chapel.
Day 2: Muses Plateau - Skala - Skolio - Spilios Agapitos refuge
- Distance: 8 kilometers
- Duration: 6 to 7 hours
Wake up early in the morning to enjoy the magnificent view and sunrise from the Muses Plateau, and after having breakfast, the group will cross Zonaria, heading for Mount Olympus' high peaks (Skala, Skolio, or Mytikas) according to weather conditions, and end up at the Spilios Agapitos hut for the night.
Day 3: Spilios Agapitos - Prionia - Enipeas Gorge - Gkortsia
- Distance: 12 kilometers
- Duration: 6 to 7 hours
During the last day, you will head to Prionia, then to Enipeas Gorge with its wonderful waters, waterfall, and wooden bridges, then the cave of Agios Dionysios and its chapel, and finally, the group will reach Gκortsia.
Location
The tour will take place in Greece. 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
All meals and drinks will be at your own expense.
Things to do (optional)
- Transportation to Litochoro
What's included
- English-speaking mountain leader with international first aid certification
- Group pharmacy
- Taxes
- 2 nights accommodation
What's not included
- Transportation to Litochoro
- 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
Transfer available for additional US$ 116 per person
Thessaloniki Airport "Macedonia"
69 km away from your destination
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30.25% 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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