4 Day Hiking Tour to The Mythical Olympus Mountain in Greece
Hiking Tour in Greece
The Mount Olympus hike is a captivating adventure in northern Greece, leading to the high peaks. Hikers will progress through diverse landscapes, from the town to alpine zones, reaching the mountain huts before the challenging ascent to the high peaks of the mountain. It’s a journey through history, nature, and mythology, providing a rewarding experience for outdoor enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Hike at the home of the ancient Greek gods
- Stay at the highest refuge in Balkans at 2,650 meters
- 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 walk on European Path E4
- Local transfers included
- 3 nights in mountain huts
Skill level
- Beginner
4 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Participants will spend three overnights in mountain huts at 2,100m and 2,650m.
Program
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
Itinerary:
Day 1: Dion – Petrostrougga mountain hut
- Distance: 10km
- Duration: 5 to 6 hours
The day starts in Litochoro, where the group will meet and head together towards Dion, the starting point of the hiking tour. The route you will cover on the first day is a ten-kilometer route approximately six hours with stops, and is one of the most popular hiking trails on Mt. Olympus. Most of this route passes through dense pine, beech, and fir forests and is in good condition.
The ending point of the first day is the Petrostrougga refuge, where the group will spend the night in the refuge.
Day 2: Petrostrougga mountain hut – Muses Plateau
- Distance: 10km
- Duration: 4 to 5 hours
After waking up and having breakfast, the group will leave for 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 (2,803m) and see its chapel.
Day 3: Muses Plateau - High Peaks - Spilios Agapitos mountain hut
- Distance: 10km
- 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 Mt. Olympus' high peaks according to weather conditions, and end up at the Spilios Agapitos hut for the night.
Day 4: Spilios Agapitos Refuge – Prionia – Enipeas Gorge
- Distance: 10km
- Duration: 6 to 7 hours
During the last day, participants will head to Prionia, then to Enipeas Gorge with the wonderful waters, waterfall, and the wooden bridges, then the cave of Saint Dionysios and its chapel.
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.
Things to do (optional)
- Transportation to Litochoro
What's included
- English-speaking mountain leader with international first aid certification
- Group pharmacy
- Taxes
- Local transfers
- 3 overnights in mountain huts
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
Transfer available for additional US$ 116 per person
Thessaloniki Airport "Macedonia"
60 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at one of the following airports:
- Thessaloniki Airport "Macedonia" (SKG)
- Athens International Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos Airport) (ATH)
The transfer from and to the airport can be arranged at an additional cost. The price of the transfers will depend on the number of passengers.
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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