Summit Mount Olympus Trekking Tour
Bregje en Mirre op de Olympus hike Greece

Summit Mount Olympus Trekking Tour

4 days

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Trek to the highest point in Greece on this self-guided tour

This tour is your chance to trek one of the most mystical mountains on earth: Mount Olympus. This self-guided journey starts in Litochoro, an enchanting town at the foot of Greece’s highest peak. Then you’ll spend two days on the mountain, sleeping in a mountain hut on the second night. You should be comfortable hiking up some serious elevation on this tour to reach the summit, a worthy reward for your effort.

Mount Olympus is a magical place. While on your journey, you’ll hike across wooden bridges, gorges, rivers, and forested areas that open to unbelievable views. You’ll likely make your way above the cloud line, at which point, take a moment to catch your breath and appreciate the surroundings. Skolio, the highest peak you’ll reach on the tour, marks your turnaround point at 2,911m. Once you return to Litochoro, indulge in a Greek feast and celebrate your accomplishment. For a serious hiking achievement, don’t miss the Summit Mount Olympus Trekking Tour!

Highlights of the Summit Mount Olympus Trekking Tour

Walk along the Plain of the Muses and catch breathtaking vistas from way up high.
Relax in a cozy guesthouse before and after your trek and treat yourself to some local brews.
Feel a sense of enlightenment as you hike above the clouds.
Pay attention to mystical moments up here—you’re in a sacred place!

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From $195USD
4 days
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Self-Guided
Mountain hut, Guesthouse
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Summit Mount Olympus Trekking Tour

Summit Mount Olympus Trekking Tour Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Litochoro

Are you ready to start the journey to the top of Mount Olympus? Arrive in Litochoro to settle into your guesthouse. This tiny mountain town sits at the base of the great Mount Olympus, where you’ll likely meet many more hikers seeking the summit. Get prepared for your climb tomorrow: pack, eat a hearty meal, and head to bed early.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Litochoro
Distance: None
Meals: None

Day 2 Summit Mount Olympus

Waste no time! You’re off this morning to ascend the tremendous, majestic peak. A taxi will take you to the trailhead at Prionia, and then you’re off. Following part of the E4, a long-distance path running through parts of Europe, you’ll climb, climb, climb in the Enipeas Gorge, then reach a descent to the river.

Appreciate the one-of-a-kind atmosphere as you cross over wooden bridges in the lush forested area. After the gorge, you’ll catch your first sight of the summits. The trail now brings you closer and closer to your destination, reaching several viewpoints with spectacular views. The highest point you’ll reach today is the Skolio summit at 2,911m!

Later, head to the mountain hut for a well-earned rest.
Overnight Location: Mountain hut
Distance: 6 hours, 15.7km, 1800m of ascent, 1000m of descent
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 Hike the Plain of the Muses and Return to Litochoco

Wake up surrounded by the mythical peaks of Mount Olympus and prepare for your descent. You’ll pass by a couple of other mountain refuges as you hike along the plateau.

Continue eastward along the plain, admiring the never-ending views shrouded by a mysterious mist. Enjoy the downhill trail to Gortsia, where you’ll call a taxi to return to Litochoro. Treat yourself to a drink in a local tavern and celebrate your accomplishment of the last two days.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Litochoro
Distance: 6.5 hours, 16.5km, 650m of ascent, 1600m of descent
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 Departure

After breakfast, you’ll check out of the guesthouse, and your tour comes to an end. Continue on your way, knowing that you just climbed the highest peak in Greece!
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast

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The departure is available on any day of the week. Prices below are per person:

Departure on May 16th – October 15th, 2024:

  • Single room (traveling alone): $375 USD
  • Single room (group of 2+): $295 USD
  • Double/twin room: $250 USD
  • Triple room: $195 USD
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Accommodation on the Summit Mount Olympus Trekking Tour

This tour is based in a mountain hut and a guesthouse. The mountain huts have bunk bed arrangements, and the guesthouse rooms are double occupancy. In the guesthouse, single travellers will pay a supplement.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Single rooms are not available in all accommodations on this tour. If you are a solo traveller or you prefer a single room where available, the required supplements are included in the listed prices.

Hotels on Standard Tour

Guesthouse Papanikolaou in Litochoro ★★

Before and after your trek, relax in this comfortable guesthouse. It’s close to the main square yet quiet. Admire stunning views from the shared rooftop terrace.

Night 2

Mountain hut on Mount Olympus

In the midst of the mountains, you’ll sleep in a mountain refuge with dormitory bunk bed rooms and shared facilities.

Guesthouse Papanikolaou in Litochoro ★★

Before and after your trek, relax in this comfortable guesthouse. It’s close to the main square yet quiet. Admire stunning views from the shared rooftop terrace.

What’s Included in the Summit Mount Olympus Trekking Tour?

Meals

3 breakfasts are included.

Accommodations

Accommodation for 3 nights is included in the tour. You can book additional nights before or after your tour as a supplement.

Transportation during the Tour

You will receive a taxi transfer from Litochoro to Prionia to start the tour, and a taxi from Gortsia to Litochoro at the end. You’ll carry your belongings to the mountain refuge during the trek.

Also Included

  • Digital route notes and maps
  • GPS App
  • 24-hour telephone assistance

Not included

  • Flights
  • Visas if required
  • Personal expenses and gratuities
  • Travel insurance or tourism tax
  • Anything not mentioned as included
  • Guide services
  • Olympos Area entry fee
  • Travel tax (payable locally)

Optional Extras

  • Extra nights in any accommodation
  • Printed tour materials (in addition to digital)

Frequently Asked Questions about Summit Mount Olympus Trekking Tour

S-Cape Travel Greece is a Greek outdoor company, established in 1994 and member of the S-Cape Group of companies since 2010.

At S-Cape Greece you find a varied portfolio of active and adventure trips that offer you a hands-on experience of Greece, having time to slowing down and appreciate the details: view the sites and landscapes, savor the specialties, meet and mingle with the locals and learn about the culture.

All our trips and itineraries are developed by our team of professional walkers and cyclists who have a keen eye for great trails, exciting itineraries, breath-taking scenery and good quality accommodation that share our vision on sustainable travel.

If you travel on one of our self-guided trips, you receive a Destination Manual with information on the country and a state-of-the-art Road Book with detailed route description, turn by turn diagrams of each crossing and explanatory text. On top, you can navigate the route in your own smartphone via our excellent S-Cape Travel App.

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Is this tour for me?

We rate this tour as a 4/5. You should be physically fit and comfortable walking 6–8 hours daily. The elevation gain is challenging, and the trails are mostly rocky footpaths.

Local Guide

Maria
Maria
Athens, Greece

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