Semi-guided - 2day Hike to Mytikas, Olympus

2 Days Hike Olympus - Semi Guided, takes you to Mt. Olympus, the highest mountain in Greece. A place of divine beauty blessed by the ancient Greek gods and chosen by Zeus to host their home.

Mt. Olympus, which is the natural boundary between the region of Thessaly to the south and Macedonia to the north, overlooks the Aegean Sea. In the eastern flanks of Mt. Olympus is Greece’s first national park, created in the 1930’s. There are no roads in the park apart from the trail head access road, but there are many hiking paths and cozy mountain huts, which happily accommodate mountaineers from across the globe. Depending on the route you will choose, you'll either stay at Spilios Agapitos or Giosos Apostolidis mountain hut.

Mount Olympus is a mountainous natural landscape that is heavily forested, with steep rocky peaks covered in fog and clouds. It serves as a refuge for more than 1.500 types of plants, some of them rare and endemic, as well as wolves, jackals, deer and some endangered bird and butterfly species.

If you're an experienced hiker and prefer to have more freedom and independence on the first day of your hike, then our 2 Days Hike Olympus – Semi Guided tour is perfect for you. On the second day, a professional mountain guide will accompany you in order to ensure that you will safely enjoy reaching Olympus' peak. . If you're new to hiking or would prefer more guidance on your trip, then we suggest our 2 Days Hike Olympus - Fully Guided tour.

You can choose between two route options depending on your experience and fitness level. We recommend that you contact us beforehand to discuss available options.

Please note: The program begins and ends in the village of Litochoro in the foothills of Mt. Olympus.

One guide accompanies up to 4-5 people

Activities / Schedule

Day 1: Prionia 1.100m - Spilios Agapitos 2.100m OR Gortsia 1.100m - Musses Plateau 2.600m

10.00am Arrive in Litochoro and meet with our Base Manager, who will give you your voucher and equipment for Mytikas ascent (helmet, harness). Then drive with your own car to Prionia or Gortsia (optional transfer at extra cost is available), from where you begin your hike to either Spilios Agapitos Mt Hut or Musses Plateau.

Option A, Prionia (1.100m) to Spilios Agapitos Mt Hut (2.100m)

Estimated Walking Time: approx. 3 – 4 hours, Distance: 6 klm, Altitude difference: 1.000m 

Prionia is the highest point which can be reached by car. The route from Prionia to Spilios Agapitos mountain hut is the most frequented hiking path on Mount Olympus and a part of the E4 trail. Most of the hike is through a thick forest of pine, beech & fir trees and the path is in good condition. We make our way up to an altitude of 2.100 metres and reach the mountain hut Spilios Agapitos where you will spend the night.

Option B, Gortsia (1.100m) - Musses Plateau (2.700m)

Estimated Walking Time: approx. 5-7 hours, Distance 12 klm,  Altitude difference 1.500m 

If you chose Gortsia as your starting point, about halfway up you'll find Petrostrouga (1.940 m) mountain hut. Here you can take a break to rest and relax, before continuing up the trail to reach the scenic Musses Plateau and Giosos Apostolidis mountain hut for your overnight stay. 

Day 2: Ascent to Mytikas 2.918m

Option A, Spilios Agapitos Mt hut (2.100m) - Mytikas (2.918m)    

05.30am Early rise, breakfast and preparations for the ascend. If you don't have time for breakfast, it is advisable to bring a snack from the previous night.

06.30am Your guide will meet you at Spilios Agapitos refuge. With the beautiful sunrise to accompany us, we'll follow the European E4 trail towards Mesorachi until we reach Skala, where we put on our climbing gear and prepare to climb Mytikas (5-6 hours).

Option B, Musses Plateau (2.700m) - Mytikas (2.918m). 

Up for an early start, to enjoy the unique view of Stefani (Zeus’ Throne), while having breakfast. After preparations for the ascend, your guide will lead you from Musses Plateau in a southerly direction, towards Zonaria and Louki from where we'll approach Mytikas. We'll put on our climbing gear and make our way to the top. After enjoying the stunning view, we'll go back to Musses Plateau (it takes about 2-3 hours).

Return to Prionia or Gortsia, where your car or transfer will be waiting for you. 

Price

• 130€/pp for 4 participants
• 140€/pp for 3 participants
• 180€/pp for 2 participants
• 290€/pp for 1 participant

For more participants please contact us.

General Information

Mount Olympus is the highest mountain in Greece, located in northern Greece comprising a natural boundary between the prefectures of Macedonia and Thessaly. Mount Olympus’ highest point is the summit of Mytikas at 2,918 m. Since ancient times, Mt. Olympus has proved a difficult crossing point for numerous aspiring conquerors of the Greek territory. It is a place of divine beauty, notable in Greek mythology as home of the Greek Gods. Its proximity to the coastline overlooking the Aegean Sea offers breathtaking views. The characteristic silvery mist that engulfs the mountain creates a unique atmosphere. 1938 it was declared Greece’s first National Park due to its exceptional biodiversity and rich flora. 

Coming from abroad, the closest airport is in Thessaloniki, Greece’s second largest city, from where Litochoro is not more than a 1,5 hours’ drive (91,5 klm/56 miles). From Athens, it is an approximate 5-6 hours’ drive (415 klm/257 miles) and thus it would be best to arrive a day in advance and spend the night in Litochoro. In case you need assistance with hotel bookings, or any other services required we would be pleased to be of assistance.

Participation requirements

• Ages 14 year old and above (children accompanied by their parents)
• Good physical & mental condition
• Absence of height phobia - acrophobia

Please note. A good level of fitness and experience is required to climb Mytikas peak and the guide reserves the right to make the final decision if we climb.