Mt. Olympus Hiking from Litochoro

Organized by Greek Adventure

Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Sporty
Duration: 7 hrs
Spoken languages: English, Greek
Minimum age: From 12 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: strict More info
Opening seasons:

Activity description

Arrive and meet your guide in Litochoro at 9.00 am in the main square next to the Taxi station. Transfer to Prionia, which will be the starting point of our hike, at an altitude of 1,100 metres.

The route from Prionia to the Old Monastery of Agios Dionisios goes parallelly to Enipeas stream which we will pass over via several nice wooden bridges. On the way, we will explore the waterfall of Enipeas with its gorgeous natural pool and we will enjoy the walk at the black pine tree forest.  

Later on, we will reach the monastery of Agios Dionysios, which was destroyed in World War II by German troops who blew it up. It lies hidden in the dense pine forest. After 2 hours of walking, we will arrive at the cave of Agios Dionisios, the place where the saint used to live as a hermit.

We will finish our tour at the Mills of Litochoro location, just outside Litochoro, at 300 m. The hike takes about 5 to 6 hours to complete and is classed as of moderate difficulty. Optionally, we can start from the Monastery of Saint Dionisos for less walking (one and a half-hour less walk).

Special terms

Optional Services (paid directly to instructor):

Picnic:
10€ / person: Includes: Traditional greek pies (cheese and mushroom), Greek salad, tzatziki, olives, bread, tsipouro, dessert. The picnic could take place near the monastery or somewhere on the way.

Transfer with TAXI or rental car from Thessaloniki to Litochoro: 120€ for 1-4/persons
Transfer with TAXI or rental car from Litochoro to Thessaloniki: 120€ for 1-4/persons

 

NOTES:
Please note that this itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of the tour leader, according to local conditions and the weather.

Included
  • Greek Adventure English speaking guide during the hike
  • Snacks for the hiking (dry fruits, cookies)
  • Third party insurance
  • Transport to Prionia or Agios Dionisios
Excluded
  • Personal expenses
  • Meals
  • Optional tips to guides
Do not forget to bring
  • Sport or trekking shoes
  • Shorts and long trousers for walking
  • Preferably quick-drying material (cotton or polycotton, not denim)
  • Sunglasses
  • Towel
  • Sun hat
  • Sun block
  • Water bottle
  • Photographers: bring your cameras
  • Walking sticks (we can provide sticks on request)
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Meeting point
At the main square of Litochoro Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 30 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
30 days
Cancellation between 10 and 30 days prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
10 days
Cancellation 10 days or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule