Mount Olympus And Dion Half-day Morning Tour
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Explore the mythical home of the Greek gods on this Mount Olympus And Dion Half-day Morning Tour. Visit the ancient site of Dion, the gorge of Enipeas and many more along the way!
Explore the mythical home of the Greek gods on this Mount Olympus And Dion Half-day Morning Tour. Visit the ancient site of Dion, the gorge of Enipeas and many more along the way!
01 / About
At a glance
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 48 hours in advance for a full refund.
Duration 4 hours
Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
The pickup starts 10 minutes before the starting time from the Visit Olympus Offices. Your exact pickup time may vary, depending on your selected location. We will contact you the day before the tour to inform you of the exact time.
02 / Information
In more details
Itinerary
The Archaeological Site of Dion
Our morning Olympus and Dion tour begins at 9am at the archaeological site of Dion. Explore the ancient Macedonian sanctuary where gods of Olympus were once worshiped. Find ancient Greek statues, mosaic floors, ceramics and more, across the grounds of Dion and its museum.
The Crusader Castle of Platamon
Next stop on our half-day mini bus tour of Olympus is a visit to the Crusader Castle of Platamon. Found on a strategic hilltop, Platamon Castle was built to guard the valley of Tempe and the roads that connected Macedonia to the rest of the country. Dating back to the 13th century, this imposing medieval castle is one of the largest fortresses in Greece that’s still standing to this day.
The Bathtub of Zeus
Continuing to Mount Olympus, we will follow the trail through the gorge of Enipeas in search of the bathtub of Zeus and its waterfall. Marvel at the alluring grandeur of the mountain scenery surrounding this treasured oasis dedicated to the Greek god, Zeus.
The Village of Litochoro
Final visit of our half-day Olympus morning tour is the village of Litochoro. Traditional houses built with Macedonian architecture, lush greenery surrounding the village and welcoming locals make this Greek town a favorite amongst tourists. Enjoy a meal at one of the local eateries or explore the streets of Litochoro during your time here.
Highlights
- Visit the archaeological site of Dion
- Visit the Crusader Castle of Platamon
- See the bathtub of Zeus
- Explore the village of Litochoro
Full Description
Nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike will enjoy exploring the ancient grounds of Mount Olympus on this Half-day Morning Tour. Find out where the gods of Olympus were worshiped, where crusaders guarded the region of Macedonia and where Zeus took his morning bath, all on this Olympus morning tour.
Starting from the ancient site of Dion, we will learn about the sanctuary dedicated to Zeus. Next, we will wander through the medieval fortress of Platamon Castle before heading to Mount Olympus where we will hike to the gorge of Enipeas on an expedition to find the enchanting bathtub of Zeus.
We will end our Olympus and Dion morning tour at the traditional Macedonia village of Litochoro. Pick-ups are available from several meeting points in the Dion-Olympos area upon prior communication.
Inclusions
- English speaking Tour Leader
- Free bottle of water
- Transportation with VIP mini bus
- Taxes and service fees
- Pickup and drop off from Neoi Poroi, Platamonas, Leptokarya, Litochoro or Katerini
Exclusions
- Gratuities (optional)
- Personal travel insurance
- Meals
- Entrance fees to museums
- Hotel pick up
Meeting point
This tour offers pick up and drop off from Neoi Poroi, Platamonas, Leptokarya, Litochoro or Katerini.
We will contact you after your booking with details instructions regarding the pick up time.
Important information
Know before you go
This tour requires a minimum of two people to operate. If the minimum number is not met, you will be given the option to either reschedule the tour or get a full refund.
03 / Customer Reviews
What others say
Marlene
July 2021
This is a must do if you’re visiting the Mount Olympus area! We started with a tour of Platamon Castle, then a short hike in Mount Olympus to see the Bath of Zeus and the grandeur of the mountain range. Lastly, we visited the Dion Museum and Archeological Park which contain many interesting ancient artifacts. Most impressive was an altar where Alexander the Great worshipped before going on his campaign to Asia.
Our tour guide, Alexandra, was very knowledgeable about the places we visited and answered all our questions, including other interesting information about Greek culture.
Asmaa safar
February 2022
we had quiet a good time with Monica, we loved the information we exchanged and the type of experience we had, Monica was very friendly and sweet. thank you for the wonderful time !
Miryam d
May 21, 2022
We were very lucky to have Monika as our guide, it was a very nice, interesting and plesant day. Also Nice to meet Vincent.
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