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Day 1: Arrival - transfer to Litochoro
The group will be met and welcomed at the airport by their trekking guide. After a first introduction we will transfer to Litochoro, a picturesque village at the foot of Mt. Olympus and the starting point of our trekking tour. There we will check-in at our guesthouse and have time for a rest from the journey. (Overnight in Litochoro)
Day 2: Litohoro – Mount Golna - Litohoro
The peak of Golna is just before the impressive main peaks of Mount Olympus. You’ll start your walk at the market square of Litohoro, the starting point of most Olympus treks. You’ll go through the quaint village roads to a path which leads directly to the Peak of Golna. Reaching the peak you’ll enjoy the beautiful view into the famous Vithos Gorge, overlooking the Aegean Sea. This hike is unique for its combination of the high mountain range with spectacular sea views. Your way back to Litohoro takes you through shady forests. (Overnight in Litochoro)
Trekking Time: 5 hrs Total Time: 7 hrs
Altitude: 300m – 1.032m – 300m
Day 3: Agios Dionysios – Prionia - Refuge A
Today you’ll leave Litohoro and be transferred to Agios Dionysios, along the famous Gorge of Enipeas. Your hike will begin at the old mountain monastery of Agios Dionysios. After a short break, you’ll hike past a waterfall and an old bridge to Prionia. Here you can see one of the sources of the river Enipeas. (Overnight in the Mountain Refuge A)
Trekking Time: 5 hrs Total Time: 7 hrs
Altitude: 900m – 1.100m – 2.100m
Day 4: Refuge A – Olympus Peaks Skala, Skolio / Mytikas – Refuge A
As a reward for yesterday’s hard ascent to the ‘seat of the gods’, you can enjoy the beautiful mountain sunrise above the Aegean Sea and spend the day trekking the peaks of Olympus. After breakfast at the refuge, you’ll hike up to the peak of Skala (2866 m), where you can rest, eat your picnic lunch and take in the breathtaking views. Depending on the weather, you can continue to Mytikas, the highest peak of the Olympus range and the Balkans or visit the peak of Skolio (2911 m). (Overnight in Mountain Refuge A)
Trekking Time: 6 hrs Total Time: 8 hrs
Altitude: 2.100m – 2.911m – 2.866m – 2.911m - 2.100m
Day 5: Refuge A – Agios Antonios – Kakavrakas – Ennea Pyrgoi - Karia
Today you’ll leave the main mountain range and descend to the lower mountains of the Kato Olympus to the south. After breakfast at the refuge you’ll hike in the shadow of the Olympus peaks to the tiny mountain hut of Agios Antonios, for your first break. The trail leaves the alpine mountain region and follows a scenic path along the foot of Mt. Kakavrakos and Mt. Ennea Pyrgoi and eventually takes you to the forested slopes of Kato Olympus. The change in flora is sudden and exhilarating. Through dense pine forest you’ll reach Karia, a small traditional mountain village, where you‘ll spend the night in a guesthouse.
Trekking Time: 7 hrs Total Time: 8 hrs
Altitude: 2.100m – 2.817m – 2.500m – 2.400m – 1.100m
Day 6: Karia – Karia Valley – Agia Paraskevi – Kallipefki
This day at Kato Olympus is an easy day of hiking, giving you the chance to rest in the afternoon from your previous day’s efforts. After leaving Karia and your guesthouse in the morning, you’ll cross the valley to the foot of Mt. Analipsi and the springs of Agia Paraskevi. The path leads over the mountain ridge into the beautiful plateau of Kallipefki, where you have a short walk on paved road to the traditional mountain village and tonight’s guesthouse.
Trekking Time: 3 hrs Total Time: 5 hrs
Altitude: 1.100m – 1.000m – 1.200m – 1.100m
Day 7: Kallipefki – Voskotopoi – Profitis Ilias – Rapsani
At the outset of today’s tour you’ll pass farms and pastures and cross the high plateau of Kallipefki, with its expansive views. After, you’ll enter a picturesque valley and ascend to the ruins of Voskotopoi, an ancient wayside village. There, on an old footpath lined with shrubby Oaks, you have breathtaking views of the Ossa mountain range to the south and the Aegean Sea to the east, while trekking along the flanks of Mt. Ionas Spermoti and the foot of Mt. Profitis Ilias. In the afternoon, you’ll reach the mountain and the wine village of Rapsani. Following the narrow streets to the village square, you can rest under the old plane trees and taste some of the local wine. You’ll be picked up in Rapsani and transferred to a beach hotel at the Olympic Riviera.
Trekking Time: 5 hrs Total Time: 7 hrs
Altitude: 1.100m – 1.250m – 550m
Day 8: Group Departure - Transfer to the Airport
Transfer to the airport

About the Trekking Routes:
The paths from the refuge up to the peaks and between the peaks can be dangerous due to bad weather conditions or inappropriate equipment, physical or mental condition of one or more trekking participants. The program described is a planned route and is subject to change according to the judgment of the trekking guide at any point in time during the tour. We will ask the participants to sign a disclaimer form, stating that participation in the tour is entirely at their own risk before starting the tour and that neither the tour operator nor the trekking guide will be held responsible in case of accident or other damages. Participants are asked to ensure proper travel and accident insurance as part of the trip planning. We will ask for insurance details before tour start.

Activity Level: Crossing Mt. Olympus is a demanding trek with a maximum of 7-8 hrs walk on rocky terrain. For the highest summit Mytikas an easy scrambling is required. Participants should be in good physical condition with a little of experience.

Note on Itineraries: Please bear in mind that the itinerary can be altered for numerous reasons beyond our control (e.g. harsh weather, trail conditions) to ensure the safety and the well being of the group. The final hiking selection is left up to the trip leader.

Our Guesthouses and Mountain Lodges en route:
• Single rooms can be booked only on day 1, 2, 6 & 7

Guesthouse in Litochoro:
Comfortable and professionally managed guesthouse situated quietly in the village at the very foot of Mt. Olympus. Double Rooms with en-suited bathrooms. The picturesque village with its tiny streets and village square is very inviting.
Refuge A:
Well-organized and comfortable refuge situated at 2100mtr. on Mt. Olympus. We sleep in non-gender specific dormitories and bunk beds. There are cold water showers and sinks and a comfortable common room with an open fireplace. The food is simple and hearty. The only thing to bring to accommodate the overnight stay besides personal items is a sleeping bag in-liner or sheet. Blankets, pillows etc. are available at the refuge. There is no electricity in the refuge.
Askouris in Kallipefki:
New guesthouse, situated very picturesquely on the beautiful mountain plateau of Kallipefki. Double rooms are equipped with en-suite bathrooms and there is a comfortable guestroom with a fireplace.
Guesthouse Karya:
Simple but comfortable guesthouse with double rooms, shared bathroom and a traditional guest lounge.

Passports
Passport required by all except:
(a) 1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card.
Passports must be valid for the following durations:
(a) British and EU (excluding Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Romania, Slovak Republic and Slovenia) passports must be valid for length of intended stay.
(b) Australian, Canadian, USA and excluded EU passports must be valid for at least three months beyond length of stay.
Note: EU and EEA nationals are only required to produce evidence of their EU nationality and identity in order to be admitted to any EU Member State. This evidence can take the form of a valid national passport or national identity card. Either is acceptable. Possession of a return ticket, any length of validity on their document, sufficient funds for the length of their proposed visit should not be imposed.
Passport Note
Greece is a signatory to the 1995 Schengen Agreement.

Visas
Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above for the following durations:
(a) nationals of EU countries for an unlimited period;
(b) nationals of Australia, Bulgaria, Canada, Romania and the USA for stays of up to 90 days.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).
Visa Note
(a) 2. EU nationals staying more than 90 days or for employment (including establishing a business, trade, profession or commercial activity) have to apply in person to the consulate general of Greece for a national visa; (b) Greece refuses admission and transit to holders of travel documents issued by the area of Cyprus not controlled by the Government of Cyprus, and holders of UN laissez-passers; (c) Some nationals may have to register with the Aliens Department of the nearest police station within 48 hours of arrival. Contact the nearest embassy/consulate to determine whether this is necessary prior to travel.
Types of Visa and Cost
National visa: £30.
Working Days Required
Three to 14, dependent upon nationality.