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Olympus Mountains Climb

In order to participate in the program you’ll need to be in a good physical condition. There are some steep sections along the way and the last section of the ascent is exposed and requires some scrambling, so not suitable for people with fear of heights. If you are in any doubt about your ability to cope with such terrain, contact us for further information. The trip is guided by internationally certified UIMLA Mountain Leader who will take care of your safety during the ascent and descent of Mount Mytikas.

The trip is available between June and October. The condition of some parts of the route may vary significantly, depending on the season and the weather, so we reserve the right to modify the route in order to provide maximum safety for our clients. As an example we may reverse the program and start from Prionia locality if the so-called Zonaria Trail is still covered by snow in May/early June.

Itinerary

Day 1

3,5 hours, + 900 m.

Thessaloniki

Meet with your guide at Thessaloniki or directly in the village of Litochoro at the foot of the mountains.

Litochoro

Gortsia locality

30 minutes transfer to Gortsia locality where the trail is headed.

Petrostrouga Hut

3,5 hours climb through the beautiful forests of the mountain will take us to Petrostrouga Hut at 1950 m., our first accommodation in Olympus Mountains.
Day 1
Itinerary

Day 2

7 hours, +970/-270m.

Mouson Plateau

A demanding day. Early start and ascent of the Mouson Plateau at 2700m – 2,5 hours.

Mount Mytikas

After second breakfast, we leave some of our luggage in the hut and continue with the ascent of Mount Mytikas, which typically takes about 4-4,5 hours totally.

Mount Stefani

We spend the night in a nice mountain refuge at the plateau, enjoying the view of Mount Stefani, hopefully also beautiful sunset and sunrise.
Day 2
Itinerary

Day 3

4,5 hours, – 1550m.

Prionia locality

The second option to climb the peak with an early start – if the weather wasn’t good on the previous day. Descent to a Hut along the valley and finally to Prionia locality – end of the trek.

Litochoro

Transfer to Litochoro – 30 min.

Thessaloniki

It is possible to stay for a night at the seaside or go back to Thessaloniki.
Day 3

Equipment Needed

hiking boots
rucksack (35-45 l)
trekking poles
water and windproof jacket
rain cover
sun hat
sun lotion
sunglasses
water bottle (1,5 liters)
torch
personal first aid kit
travel liner for the huts
We’ll provide any other group or personal special equipment that will be required, such as rope, helmets, harnesses.

Contact Us

Contact us if you have any additional questions. If you would like to purchase this tour package for 1 or 8+ people, please speak to us or fill out our form and we wll prepare a custom quote for you.

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