Highlights

We will meet in the center of Kalivia village and with 4×4 vehicles we will then drive off towards Christakis mountain hut. The first 20 kilometres up to the location is a tarmac road. Then it becomes a dirt road for another 22 kilometres (about 1-hour drive) until we reach the mountain hut at 2.430 meters altitude. Leaving our vehicles there, we set off on foot for the rest of the way. We will follow the E4 European Trail for approximately 60 to 70 minutes! We traverse the peak of Skolio at an altitude of 2.912 m until we reach Skala. The most difficult part of our hike starts here. We continue our hike up to the location Kakoskala and scramble our way up to the top! Mytikas at an elevation of 2.918 meters has been reached!
The total duration for this part of the hike depends on the size of our group, their previous experience and fitness level. It may last between 2-4 hours.
This tour is ideal for those who don’t want to hike all the way up to the mountain top yet don’t want to miss out on the beauty of this legendary mountain! Join us on this alternative route up to the summit of Mt. Olympus and enjoy the majestic hiking experience it offers!
There is also the possibility of climbing to Skolio (2912m), the second highest peak in Greece, which has easier access: 3-4 hours total hiking and no need to use safety equipment (helmet-harness-rope).

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Σύντομη περιγραφή

A lesser known but very beautiful route to the summit of legendary Mt. Olympus in just one day!

Mt.Olympus, mythical home of the ancient Greek Gods! Rising almost straight from the Aegean Sea to a height of 2.917 meters, it is the tallest mountain in Greece and the second tallest mountain in the Balkans. Its slopes are broken by steep, densely forested gorges with stunning waterfalls and impressive caves. Home to the lesser gods and other spirits according to mythology. Its 52 peaks in total are snow-capped for almost 8 months of the year and often remain hidden in the clouds the rest of the time. Its highest peak and the one we are summiting on our 1 Day Summit Olympus, is Mytikas at an elevation of 2.918 m!

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Itinerary

08:00: Meeting at Kalivia Village (central square) with your guide and briefing (from Elassona city 20 minutes’ drive by car)
08:15: Transfer to the mountain hut Christakis (2.400m) – 2 hours drive on a dirt road
09:30: Our hike begins
11:30: Arrival on the small Plateau of Kakoskala (2.860m) for a snack
13:00: Summit Mytikas (2.918m)
16:00: Arrival in the mountain hut Christakis (2.400m)
17:00: Arrival to Kalivia village – end of activity

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What's included

English speaking Trekking Hellas Guide
Local transfer, with a 4×4 vehicle, from Kalivia to Christakis mountain hut and back
All necessary equipment for the activity (helmet, harness)
Light Snack
Taxes
Liability insurance

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Not included

Food & drinks
What is not mentioned above

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Additional information

Participation requirements

Ages 13 - 70 years old (children accompanied by their parents)
Good physical & mental condition
Absence of acrophobia(afraid of heights)

Analytical program

08:00: Meeting at Kalivia Village (central square) with your guide and briefing (from Elassona city 20 minutes’ drive by car)

08:15: Transfer to the mountain hut Christakis (2.400m) – 2 hours drive on a dirt road

09:30: Our hike begins

11:30: Arrival on the small Plateau of Kakoskala (2.860m) for a snack

13:00: Summit Mytikas (2.918m)

16:00: Arrival in the mountain hut Christakis (2.400m)

17:00: Arrival to Kalivia village – end of activity

Equipment

Hiking shoes (recommended) or running shoes
Small backpack with 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.
Comfortable clothes (preferably quick-drying material)
A long sleeved T-shirt and a second T-shirt
Fleece top
Windproof / waterproof jacket
Walking sticks (optional)
Hat or beanie
Sunglasses
Sunblock

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Cancelation Policy

More than 16 days before the activity, the Company refunds the full amount
Between 6 and 15 days before the activity the Company refunds 15% of the paid amount
Between 3 and 5 days before the activity the Company refunds 50% of the paid amount
Between 0 and 2 days before the activity the Company reserves the whole paid amount

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Meeting Point

Kalyvia, Larissa, Greece

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26.07.2022

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09.11.2025

Just Perfection!!! Great Team, Super Professionals!!!

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01.09.2020

Amazing host, amazing experience, above and beyond Not for the unfit but not too challenging with basic good health!

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