Climb Mount Olympus

Today is arrival day. If you are flying into Thessaloniki Airport, our trusted transfer partners will meet you and bring you to the town of Litochoro, the gateway to Mount Olympus. Airport transfers are included between 6:30 am and 7:30 pm. Please share your travel details with LHO Base Camp ahead of time. If you are meeting us directly at the hotel, your LHO Team Leader will be there to welcome you. Hotel check in begins at 3 pm, but early arrivals can store bags and explore this beautiful mountain town. If you need to rent gear or pick up any last minute items, your Team Leader will guide you through the options. In the evening, we come together for a welcome dinner and trip briefing, where you will meet your guides and fellow adventurers and get ready for the journey ahead.

Distance: Approx 7 KM | Ascent: 950 M | Max Altitude: 1950 M (Petrostruga Hut)

After breakfast, we leave Litochoro and drive up to the Gortsia trailhead, located on the lower slopes of Mount Olympus. From here, we begin our steady ascent through ancient forests of beech and pine, following well marked trails toward the alpine zone. The trail is peaceful and shaded, with clearings that offer occasional views down to the Aegean Sea. After a few hours of hiking and a break for lunch on the trail, we arrive at Petrostruga Hut, where we spend our first night in the mountains. This refuge sits on a beautiful ridge with panoramic views, offering a warm meal, mountain hospitality, and a good night’s rest before summit day.

Distance: Approx 10 KM | Ascent: 1000 M | Descent: 1100 M | Max Altitude: 2918 M (Mytikas)

Summit day begins early. After a hearty breakfast, we continue our ascent toward Skala, a prominent ridge on the Olympus massif. From here, weather and conditions permitting, we make our final push to Mytikas, the true summit of Mount Olympus and the highest point in Greece. This final stretch involves some exposed scrambling with the support and guidance of our expert team. The summit offers breathtaking views over northern Greece and the Aegean coastline, and a moment to reflect on what it means to reach the mythical home of the gods. After time at the top, we descend to Spilios Agapitos Refuge, nestled into the cliffs at 2100 metres, where we enjoy a well earned dinner and spend our final night on the mountain.

Distance: Approx 6.5 KM | Descent: 1000 M

After breakfast, we continue our descent through forests and rocky paths to the Prionia trailhead, one of the most beautiful and popular sections of Mount Olympus. Once we reach the base of the trail, a private transfer takes us straight to the nearby coast, where we enjoy a celebratory lunch by the beach followed by a refreshing swim in the Aegean Sea. This peaceful and playful moment by the water is a perfect way to end a powerful few days in the mountains. After lunch and time to relax, we return to Litochoro for hot showers, a proper rest, and our farewell dinner, hosted by your LHO Team Leader.

After breakfast, we say our goodbyes. Airport transfers to Thessaloniki are included and will be arranged according to the departure details you provided in your team form. If your travel plans change, please inform your LHO Team Leader as early as possible so we can adjust accordingly. Whether you are heading home or on to your next adventure, you leave Mount Olympus with unforgettable memories, a summit to your name, and the feeling of having walked through a place where myth and mountain truly meet.