2-Day Mt Olympus Hike

We rate the difficulty of this tour as a 4 / 5. You will hike 4-5 hours the first day and 8-9 hours the second day. You will mostly follow good forest paths on day 1, however on day 2 above the treeline the terrain varies from grassy uplands to rocky ridges, with some scrambling required for the peak ascents. A good level of fitness and experience is required to climb the peak and the guide reserves the right to make the final decision if the group climbs the final peak.

The climbing season runs between mid-June and late October. Sometimes, the climbing season can start even in mid-May, but this depends on the snow accumulation from winter months. The best time to climb Mount Olympus is beginning of July and beginning of September. Mid-July to late August is also a good period, however it may become too warm, and the possibility of afternoon thunderstorms increases.

Except for the last 200m of vertical climb to the summit of Mytikas (2,919m), which is a UIAA level 3 technical scrambling/climbing route, the rest of the route is an easy hiking path of medium difficulty. Although ropes are not necessary, they are being used for extra safety. The second highest peak of Mount Olympus, Skolio, (2,911m) is only 8 meters lower, offers an equally amazing summit view, a summit logbook, and can be reached by an easy/medium difficulty hiking path, without any steep sections. Finally, on the way towards the summits, there are several impressive drops right next to the otherwise easy hiking path that could be scary for people with fear of heights. They don’t pose any significant danger, as the path is relatively safe.

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Meals on this tour are not included, however, you can order food at mountain hut. The hut also has a cooking area.

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your travel insurance.

Fly into Athens Airport, from where you can either book a transfer or arrive by bus.

Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.

This tour ends where it starts, in Litochoro.

Check with your family doctor.

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

• Large, comfortable backpack (65-85 liters) with padded straps and waist belt, internal frame preferred; waterproof liner recommended keeping 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 poly-cotton not denim).
• Sweatshirts or T-shirts for walking, at least one with long sleeves and collar (against sun-burn).
• Sleeping bag or similar (e.g. duvet cover), for the overnights in the shelter or tent.
• Sunglasses, towel, sun hat or cap, sun block.
• Penknife.
• 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.
• Your own personal water bottle. As part of our environmental policy and action plan, we are committed to eliminating the use of plastic water bottles.