Mount Olympus “Conquest”

Highlights

  • Hike in the Mount Olympus all the way to the summit
  • Reach the spot from where Zeus observed all of Greece
  • A truly unforgettable advanture

Overview

The “usual” way of climbing Mount Olympus is to start hiking from the east side of the mountain. If you are however “on a tight schedule” and want to experience an amazing one-day adventure, our Mount Olympus Conquest tour that takes you up all the way to the summit in a few hours, is the one for you! Are you up for it?

Tour: 8-10 hours / Hike: 5-7 hours
Period of Operation : May to October
Meeting Point: Elassona Town (if you want us to pick you up/drop you off at different locations, please let us know and we will give you our best offer!)
Meeting Time: 09.00 am
Return Time: 17.00-19.00 pm
Entry requirements: Good physical condition. Cycling, walking/running and a daily stretching regimen are all great ways to stay fit!

  • Day 1 - Tour Details

    We will pick you up with our 4×4 vehicle and drive up to Christakis refuge. A mixture of tarmac (the first 20 kilometers until Kalivia Elassonas) and dirt road (the next 22Km) lie ahead of us until we reach the refuge at an altitude of 2,430 meters. From here we start our hiking ascend (approx. 60-70 min.), initially on an uphill, part of the E4 (European Trail) path, traversing the peak of Skolio (2,912m)- reaching Skala, from where we will continue our hiking adventure towards the most demanding part of the ascend. We then follow “Kakoskala”, enjoying a scramble climb until the peak of Mytikas (2,917m) where Zeus used to observe the whole of Greece!

    The total duration of this thrilling journey depends on the number -and of course the experience of the participants and may last between 8-10 hours (including transfers).

  • Price is based on a minimum attendance of 4 people
  • Local transfer by 4x4 vehicle
  • Snack
  • English speaking Aegean Outdoors guide
  • All necessary rock climbing equipment
  • Personal insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Optional gratuities
  • Transport from/to Elassona town (if you want us to pick you up/drop you off at different locations, feel free to let us know)

Important Information

Recommended Gear (some items apply for multi-day tours):

Large, comfortable rucksack (40-50 litres) with padded straps and waist belt, internal frame preferred; waterproof liner recommended to keep clothing, etc. dry inside
Sturdy, worn in trekking shoes
Good waterproof top with hood
Warm clothes, both for windy / cold daytime conditions and for the cool evenings (fleece tops or similar)
Shorts and long trousers for walking, preferably quick-drying material (cotton or polycotton not denim)
Sweatshirts or T-shirts for walking, at least one with long sleeves and collar (against sun-burn)
Sheet sleeping bag or similar (e.g. duvet cover), for the overnights in the refuge, although blankets will be available
Sunglasses, towel, sun hat or cap, sun block
Penknife
Water bottle
Wash bag and simple first aid kit (plasters or blister kit, aspirin or similar, antiseptic)
Photographers: bring your cameras
Torch (head torch if you have one)
Walking sticks

Please try to travel as light as possible; remember that you must carry everything you bring on all the days’ walk.

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