Mount OLYMPUS, with a height of 2,918 metres, is the highest mountain in Greece and, according to ancient myths, the dwelling place of the twelve Olympian Gods. A landscape of endless forests, gorges and peaks that rise up to the clouds, it is the first National Park of Greece, while since 1981 it has been declared a protected part of the world's biosphere by UNESCO.

At the foot of Olympus lies Dion, the sacred city of the ancient Macedonians, where Alexander the Great would visit before each of his campaigns to pay tribute, offering sacrifices to the Olympian Gods for good fortune. Today the area features an archaeological park, theatres, temples and the town of Litochoro with the lush green Enipeas gorge, giving you the chance to combine nature and history in an unforgettable experience.

Dion

Dion (formerly named Malathria) is a settlement in the prefecture of Pieria and belongs to the Municipality of Dion-Olympos. It is located at an altitude of 30 m, on the ruins of ancient Dion, 15 kilometres south of Katerini. The Local Community of Dion has 2 settlements, Dion and Platanakia. The main occupations of the inhabitants are agriculture (tobacco) and livestock farming, while the archaeological site and the Museum of Dion have also developed the area in terms of tourism. In Dion, a Mosaic Exhibition is held every year at the Centre for Mediterranean Mosaics as part of the Olympus Festival. From a sporting point of view, mention should be made of the existence of the Dion Sports Club, under the name "Deucalion".

LITOCHORO

Litochoro is a small town in the Regional Unit of Pieria. It is located in the southern part of the prefecture, on the eastern foothills of Olympus, 23 km from Katerini and 92 km from Thessaloniki. The first written mention of Litochoro is made in the first half of the 16th century, when Saint Dionysios, fellow traveller of Saint Nikanor of the Monastery of Zavorda, visited the area and founded the monastery of the same name. Litochoro is a popular town for those who wish to begin their ascent of Olympus. To the north-west of Litochoro lies the Holy Monastery of Saint Dionysios on Olympus.

Departure at 08:00 from Thessaloniki and return at 20:00.
The programme can be adapted according to the passengers' wishes. (Intermediate stops are possible in all the towns we pass through).
Participants under 15 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

The tour includes:

Pick-up and return to your hotel.
Air-conditioned mini van.
Professional English-speaking driver.
Free wifi.
Bottled water.

Not included:

Gratuity (optional).
A guide who speaks the passengers' language (except English).
Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites.
Food and drinks.

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Cancellation Policy

Cancellation for any reason up to 48 hours before the trip, with a 100% refund of the ticket price.
Cancellation less than 48 hours before the trip: option to choose another date, choose another excursion, or a 75% refund of the ticket price.

All passengers are insured throughout the journey with civil liability insurance for anything that may happen to them.