2-day Summit Hike of Mount Olympus

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Fitness level: Occasionally sporty
Duration: 2 days
Spoken languages: English, Greek
Minimum age: From 16 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: flexible More info
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Activity description

Mount Olympus is the highest mountain in Greece, located in northern Greece comprising a natural boundary between the prefectures of Macedonia and Thessaly.

Mount Olympus’ highest point is the summit of Mytikas at 2,918 meters (9,573 ft). Since ancient times, Mount Olympus has proved a difficult crossing point for numerous aspiring conquerors of the Greek territory. It is a place of divine beauty, notable in Greek mythology as the home of the Greek Gods. Its proximity to the coastline overlooking the Aegean Sea offers breathtaking views and a characteristic silvery mist that creates a unique atmosphere. In 1938 it was declared Greece’s first National Park due to its exceptional biodiversity and rich flora. A monumental natural landscape with thickly forested slopes and steep rocky and cloud-covered peaks, hosting 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. The mountain is uninhabited, however, there are 4 organized mountain huts offering shelter and food to its visitors, that stream from all over the world to admire its beauty. It has an extensive network of trails, its a total length exceeding 160 km (100 mi)

Offers

1
Group Hike
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- You will meet with your guide in the central square of Litochoro village, and then you will get transferred to Prionia where you will start ascending

- Duration of the activity: 2 days 

Course of events

The Itinerary

Meeting point: Central Square in Litohoro at 08:00 a.m.

Starting point: Prionia (1,100 m.)

Sleepover point: Agapitos Refuge (2,100 m.)

Altitude difference: 1,000 m.

Distance: 10 km. (6.4 miles)

Departure for the location Prionia at 1,100 altitude which is the starting point of the hike.

You will start hiking on the international mountain path E4 which will guide you after 3-4 hours in the refuge of Spilios Agapitos at 2.100 m. altitude. There you will stop for a light snack, rest and of course, you will have some time to enjoy the view.

Then you will continue on the E4 up to location Triethnes, where you will follow the famous path "Zonaria", which traverses Mytikas and Stefani, and will guide you after 2.5 to 3 hours in the Plateau of the Muses. In the refuge, you will enjoy a dinner at 2100 m. altitude.

2nd Day

Starting point: Agapitos (2.100 m.)

Peak point: Mytikas (2.918 m.)

Distance up to the top: 2.5 km. (1.98 miles)

Distance to Prionia: 13 km. (8.15 miles)

Altitude difference: 218 m.

It’s Summit Day, and you will wake up early in the morning, at 06:00 am. You will have a quick breakfast and get ready for Mytikas. On the basis of Mytikas, you will put on the equipment and the guides will lead you to the highest peak of Greece in 4 to 5 hours.

You will stand on the highest peak of Greece - Mytikas- at 2917m. You will stay on the top for a while to enjoy the view and take some photos.
 
After a quick break, you will descent to the Prionia region where you will complete the descent within 4-6 hours.

For the ascent, to Mytikas the guide decides on the spot based on weather conditions and the physical condition of the group.

Activity requirements

In this program we walk 4-5 hours the first day and 8-9 hours the second day, we mostly follow good forest paths; above the tree line, the terrain varies from grassy uplands to rocky ridges, with some scrambling required for the peak ascents. A good level of fitness and experience is required to climb the peak and the guide reserves the right to make the final decision if we climb the final peak

Don't forget to bring with you:
Backpack 40-50lt
Hiking shoes (preferably boots)
Shorts for hiking (long for the night)
Fleece or Cotton cardigan
Waterproof-windproof jacket
Thermal or 2 long-sleeved shirts
Underwear-socks
Sunglasses-sun cream- hat
Sanitary appliances
Headlamps
Hiking sticks (upon request we offer them to you)
Flask least 1,5lt
Chocolates – pastelia - power gel

In case of cold weather:
Thin gloves-cap-scarf
Isothermal
Waterproof boots

Special terms

The starting and finishing point of the tour is the village of Litochoro in the foothills of Mount Olympus.

Coming from abroad, the closest airport is in Thessaloniki, Greece’s second-largest city, from where Litochoro is not more than a 1.5 hours drive (91.5 km/56 mi). Coming from Athens, it is an approximate 5-6 hours’ drive (415 km/257 mi) and thus it would be best to arrive a day in advance and spend the night in Litochoro. In case you need assistance with hotel bookings, or any other services required we would be pleased to be of assistance.

Do not forget to bring
  • Comfortable clothing and climbing boots/shoes
  • Towels
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Backpack and anything else you may need
  • Drinks and beverages
Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Occasionally sporty

Duration:

2 days

Minimum age:

From 16 years-old and up

Meeting point:

28is Oktovriou 3, Litochoro 602 00, Greece

Included:
  • All necessary equipment for the hike
  • Professional guides
  • Accommodation
  • Transfer Litochoro – Prionia - Litochoro
Excluded:
  • Transport from Athens or other towns to / from Litochoro
  • Personal expenses
  • Meals
2
Private Hike
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- You will meet with your guide in the central square of Litochoro village, and then you will get transferred to Prionia where you will start ascending

- Duration of the activity: 2 days 

Course of events

The Itinerary

Meeting point: Central Square in Litohoro at 08:00 a.m.

Starting point: Prionia (1,100 m.)

Sleepover point: Agapitos Refuge (2,100 m.)

Altitude difference: 1,000 m.

Distance: 10 km. (6.4 miles)

Departure for the location Prionia at 1,100 altitude which is the starting point of the hike.

You will start hiking on the international mountain path E4 which will guide you after 3-4 hours in the refuge of Spilios Agapitos at 2.100 m. altitude. There you will stop for a light snack, rest and of course, you will have some time to enjoy the view.

Then you will continue on the E4 up to location Triethnes, where you will follow the famous path "Zonaria", which traverses Mytikas and Stefani, which will guide you after 2.5 to 3 hours in the Plateau of the Muses. In the refuge, you will enjoy a dinner at 2100 m. altitude.

2nd Day

Starting point: Agapitos (2.100 m.)

Peak point: Mytikas (2.918 m.)

Distance up to the top: 2.5 km. (1.98 miles)

Distance to Prionia: 13 km. (8.15 miles)

Altitude difference: 218 m.

It’s Summit Day, and you will wake up early in the morning, at 06:00 am. You will have a quick breakfast and get ready for Mytikas. On the basis of Mytikas, you will put on the equipment and the guides will lead you to the highest peak of Greece in 4 to 5 hours.

You will stand on the highest peak of Greece - Mytikas- at 2917m. You will stay on the top for a while to enjoy the view and take some photos.
 
After a quick break, you will descend to the Prionia region where you will complete the descent within 4-6 hours.

For the ascent, to Mytikas the guide decides on the spot based on weather conditions and the physical condition of the group.

Activity requirements

In this program we walk, for 4-5 hours the first day and 8-9 hours the second day, we mostly follow good forest paths; above the tree line, the terrain varies from grassy uplands to rocky ridges, with some scrambling required for the peak ascents. A good level of fitness and experience is required to climb the peak and the guide reserves the right to make the final decision if we climb the final peak

Don't forget to bring with you:
Backpack 40-50lt
Hiking shoes (preferably boots)
Shorts for hiking (long for the night)
Fleece or Cotton cardigan
Waterproof-windproof jacket
Thermal or 2 long-sleeved shirts
Underwear-socks
Sunglasses-sun cream- hat
Sanitary appliances
Headlamps
Hiking sticks (upon request we offer them to you)
Flask least 1.5lt
Chocolates – pastelia - power gel

In case of cold weather:
Thin gloves-cap-scarf
Isothermal
Waterproof boots

Special terms

The starting and finishing point of the tour is the village of Litochoro in the foothills of Mount Olympus.

Coming from abroad, the closest airport is in Thessaloniki, Greece’s second-largest city, from where Litochoro is not more than a 1,5 hours’ drive (91.5 km/56 mi). Coming from Athens, it is an approximate 5-6 hours’ drive (415 km/257 mi) and thus it would be best to arrive a day in advance and spend the night in Litochoro. In case you need assistance with hotel bookings, or any other services required we would be pleased to be of assistance.

Do not forget to bring
  • Comfortable clothing and climbing boots/shoes
  • Towels
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Backpack and anything else you may need
  • Drinks and beverages
Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Occasionally sporty

Duration:

2 days

Minimum age:

From 16 years-old and up

Meeting point:

28is Oktovriou 3, Litochoro 602 00, Greece

Included:
  • All necessary equipment for the hike
  • Professional guides
  • Accommodation
  • Transfer Litochoro – Prionia - Litochoro
Excluded:
  • Transport from Athens or other towns to / from Litochoro
  • Personal expenses
  • Meals
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Meeting point

28is Oktovriou 3, Litochoro 602 00, Greece Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 4 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
4 days
Cancellation between 48 and 96 hours prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
48 hrs
Cancellation 48 hours 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

Reviews

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  • 5 / 5

Mount Olympus is beautiful . It was a perfect outdoor activity for us with a decent challenge, we liked it so much.

  • 5 / 5

Great activity, very well organised. We had a lot of fun and at the same time felt always safe.

  • 5 / 5

Ran very smoothly, felt 100% in safe hands - reached the summit no problem at all. Highly recommended.