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8 hours (2 hours on the road)
Daily Tour
Unlimited
English, Greek
Are you ready for an adventure of a lifetime? Look no further than Tripway.gr, the premier travel agency in Thessaloniki, offering an unforgettable day trip to Mount Olympus.
As you depart from Thessaloniki, you’ll be greeted by stunning views of the Macedonian countryside, with towering mountains and rolling hills as far as the eye can see. But the real highlight of the journey is when you reach Mount Olympus, home to the gods of ancient Greek mythology.
Once at the mountain, you’ll have the opportunity to hike along the picturesque trails that wind through the foothills, taking in the breathtaking scenery and fresh mountain air. You’ll also have the chance to learn about the history and mythology of this iconic site, as our expert attendant share their knowledge and insights.
If you’re feeling adventurous, you can even hike up to the summit of Mount Olympus, where you’ll be rewarded with unparalleled views of the surrounding landscape. And for those who prefer a more leisurely pace, there are plenty of scenic spots to relax and take in the beauty of this natural wonder.
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We depart from Thessaloniki at Eleftherios Venizelos Statue.The distance is 90km and lasts approximately 1 hour.
We reach Dion and we visit the archaeological site, walking back in history and admiring the various findings around the ancient park. The unique statues, the mosaics and the various artifacts that were brought to light are left in their original place and that so, we pass through the same paths as the ancient Greeks used to do. Don’t miss the chance to visit the ancient theater with the perfect acoustic balance since antiquity. Until nowadays many ancient tragedies are revitalized by modern actors and various festivals every year. Next we visit the modern museum with many statues and findings of the ancient city with more characteristic the Hydravlis (an ancient wind instrument) and the unique mosaic that represents the “Villa of Dionysos” lying in the building next to it.
Later on we head to Olympus, the mountain of the 12 Gods and we enjoy a 20΄ trekking through the Gorge of river Enipeas, above the village of Litochoro. According to the mythology, Enipeas was the most beautiful among the river gods. The path is magical; let the glory of nature, the running waters, the picturesque wooden bridges, the green banks and the small canyons charm you. We have the chance to admire the view of this “divine area” which was chosen carefully by the 12 Olympian Gods as their residence. More specifically, it is said that the residence of the Olympian Gods were the canyons of the mountain, the “mount folds” as they are described by Homer, where their glorious palaces were also located.
Our day trip ends in the picturesque village of Litochoto where we enjoy our lunch in a beautiful traditional restaurant. Litochoro is located right on the foothills of Olympus and forms the main starting point for the various trekking paths of the mountain that reach until Mytikas, the highest top of Olympus.
We depart to Thessaloniki at around 15:30 and we are back after an hour (around 16:30), making the same stops where we started from.
We are back in Thessaloniki.
You should be at the departure point 10΄ before the time indicated in the schedule.
The bus cannot remain at designated stops, except for boarding.
Free of charge entrance to the archaeological site and the museums is valid for youths up to 18 years old and University and Technological Educational Institutes students or students of equivalent schools of EU Members. Reduced entrance fee (-50%) is valid for European Union citizens aged over 65 and for students of Higher Education Institutes outside the European Union In winter season, 01/11 - 31/03, the general entrance fee to the sites is 4€.
Wear comfortable shoes to walk around the archaeological sights and the short trekking.
In summer season bear in mind to have sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat Please be consistent with the exact appointment times specified, so that the excursion will remain unforgettable to all participants Have a nice trip and an unforgettable experience!
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