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Circular Hiking Tour to the Summit of Olympus Mountain

Circular Hiking Tour to the Summit of Olympus Mountain
Olympus-Stavros
Olympus
Mytikas
Mytikas

Join a 3-day circular hiking tour to the Mytikas summit, the highest point on Mount Olympus. A certified mountain guide will show you the way and keep you safe.

Private

Olympus

3 Days

May - Oct

High

Intermediate

Highlights

  • Reach the summit of Mytikas, the highest point on Mount Olympus.
  • Join a certified, local guide who can share their knowledge and expertise.
  • Explore a circuit that will give you different perspectives of the famous Olympus mountain.

Description

This tour will take you on a 3-day circular hike of Mount Olympus, all the way to the Mytikas summit, the highest point on Olympus at an altitude of 2198 m (9584 ft).

This 3-day tour will allow you to truly experience and enjoy your Olympus hike. You will have time to rest between hikes amd we will take two different routes, one to the summit, and another on the way back.

We will spend two nights in mountain huts, with sunrise views, explore the Zonaria Trail, pass below the Throne of Zeus, reach the Mytikas summit, pass the Laimos ridge, and explore the Muses Plateau.

Although everyone is welcome to join, a good fitness level is a must. Additionally, you will need to be comfortable with heights as some scrambking is involved on the way to the summit. Of course, we will be there to help and guide you!

Make sure to send your booking request for this unique and unforgettable trek on Mount Olympus!

Price includes

  • Accommodation included
  • Guiding fee
  • Transportation start and back
  • Permit and entrance fees
  • Mountain guide expenses
  • Rope
  • Harness
  • Helmet

Price details

  • The price includes:
  • • English speaking certified guide + their expenses
  • • 1 night accommodation in a mountain hut
  • • Local transfer Litochoro – Prionia & Prionia – Litochoro.
  • • Safety climbing equipment (helmet, climbing harness, rope)
  • • Trekking poles
  • • Photos and videos
  • • VAT
  • The price does not include:
  • • Personal expenses
  • • Meals or snacks
  • • Optional gratuities
  • • Transfer to/from Litochoro (we can assist you in making arrangements)
  • • Accommodation in Litochoro before/after the hike (we can assist you with arrangements)
  • • Anything not mentioned as included

Meeting point

Prionia

Itinerary

Day 1: Prionia – Spilios Agapitos Hut

Difficulty: Intermediate Distance: Approx. 5.5 km Elevation gain: 1000 m Hiking duration: 2 to 4 hours

Day 2: Spilios Agapitos Hut - Mytikas Summit - Muses Plateau

Difficulty: Intermediate Distance: Approx. 6.5km Elevation gain: 850 m Hiking duration: 5-7 hours

Day 3: Muses Plateau – Petrostrouga - Gortsia

Difficulty: Intermediate Distance: 10 km Elevation loss: approx. -1600 m Hiking duration: 5-7 hours

 

Details

More info

This trip is allowed for adults, and children older than 16 years old accompanied by their parents.

FAQs

What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?

We understand that finding the perfect place to stay is an essential part of your adventure experience. To help you with this, we’ve curated a list of three highly recommended hotels that offer comfort, convenience, and a touch of local charm. These accommodations are well-suited for adventurers looking to relax and rejuvenate after an exciting day of exploration
Grand Resort Lagonissi Athens Greece
Hotel Grande Bretagne Athens Greece
Athens Gate Hotel Athens Greece

About the guide

Guide profile image

Stavros

4.8

(76)

Mountain Leader

A certified International Mountain Leader (UIMLA) and a member of the Greek Mountain Leader Association (HMLA). An experienced mountaineer, having attained several courses by the Hellenic Federation of Mountaineering & Climbing and also an active trail runner, having participated and finished some well established endurance/ultra races (UTMB, TDS, CCC). Speaks fluent English, has a BLS/AED first aid certification, and also holds a Master’s and Bachelor degree in Marketing and Business Administration.

Languages

English | Greek

Certificates

HMLA | UIMLA

What people are saying about Stavros

Esben

Stavros was a pleasure to hike with. He is really competent and he made the trip great fun 🤟

Raphaël

Daniel

This is a must-do activity. The tour was absolutely amazing, and the guide was excellent as well. I can only recommend it to everyone

Itsik

Itsik

Stavros was awesome. He led us safely, professionally, and effectively, managing challenging weather conditions with a stiff upper lip and a smile.

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