Mount Olympus Hiking Experience - Trekking in Greece
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Mountain Olympus hiking exploration is one of the best activities you can experience in Greece. Explore with us all the secrets and beauties of Mt Olympus, the mountain of the gods.2 days
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
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Transfer Litochoro – Gkortsia – Litochoro
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Accommodation in the refuges on Mt. Olympus
Meals, drinks and beverages
Transport from Athens or other towns to / from Litochoro
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Olympus National Park
Litochoro, Greece, 60200Estimated Walking Time: approx. 7-8 hours
After the meeting in the square of Litochoros, we drive 13.5 Km to Gortsias at an altitude of 1,123m where the path for one of the most basic routes of Olympus begins. After a hike of about 2.5 hours and passing through characteristic points such as Barba, Koka, Strangos, we arrive at the Petrostruga shelter, at an altitude of 1,940m for a short stop.
We continue our route to Skourta (2,476m), Laimos and Pass of Iossos where we can see the magical plateau of the Muses. At the intersection that follows, we take the path that leads to the shelter of G. Apostolidis where we will spend the night at one of the shelters on the Moussa plateau.
Transfer: 13,5 km Hiking Distance: 13,5 km Time: 7 – 8 hours Ascent: 1609 m Descent: -114 m Min. Height: 1123 m Max. Height: 2724 m • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationAccommodation
- Accommodation in the famous huts on Mt. Olympus
Meals : Not Included
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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The meeting point is next to the Taxi stationView Location
End point
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The meeting point is next to the Taxi stationView Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- FB supplement: 55€ / person. Includes: 1 breakfast, 2 lunch packs, 1 Dinner
- HB supplement: 25€ / person. Includes: 1 breakfast, 1 Dinner
- Please note that this itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of the tour leader, according to local and weather conditions.
- As Mt. Olympus is a challenging walk and the safety of our clients always comes first, our guides retain the decision if clients are to actually climb the peak of Mytikas. This will depend on both the clients’ abilities and weather conditions. In the case of snow, the ascent to Mytikas is not possible.
- The trip starts and ends in Litochoro. For travel arrangements to/from Litochoro or accommodation in Litochoro please contact us.
- Please try to travel as light as possible; remember that you must carry everything you bring on all the days' walk.
- Large, comfortable rucksack (40-50 litres) with padded straps and waist belt, internal frame preferred; waterproof liner recommended to keep clothing, etc. dry inside.
- Sturdy, worn in trekking shoes
- Good waterproof top with hood
- Warm clothes, both for windy / cold daytime conditions and for the cool evenings (fleece tops or similar)
- Shorts and long trousers for walking, preferably quick-drying material (cotton or polycotton not denim)
- Sweatshirts or T-shirts for walking, at least one with long sleeves and collar (against sun-burn)
- Sheet sleeping bag or similar (e.g. duvet cover), for the overnights in the refuge, although blankets will be available.
- Sunglasses, towel, sun hat or cap, sun block
- Penknife
- Water bottle
- Wash bag and simple first aid kit (plasters or blister kit, aspirin or similar, antiseptic)
- Photographers: bring your cameras
- Torch (head torch if you have one)
- Walking sticks
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Athens time to receive 100% refund.
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