Private Mount Olympus And Dion Day Trip From Athens By Train
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Journey to Mount Olympus and Dion on this Private Mount Olympus And Dion Day Trip From Athens By Train and explore the mythical heritage of Olympus, the ancient site of Dion, and more!
Journey to Mount Olympus and Dion on this Private Mount Olympus And Dion Day Trip From Athens By Train and explore the mythical heritage of Olympus, the ancient site of Dion, and more!
01 / About
At a glance
Free cancellation
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Skip the ticket line
Duration 13 hours
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Live tour guide
English
02 / Information
In more details
Itinerary
Board the Train in Athens
Your full-day train trip to Olympus from Athens begins at the Athens Railway Station, also known as Larissa Station at 7:58m. Make sure to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure in order to find your train and seat.
The Archaeological Site of Dion
Kicking off our all-day Mount Olympus trip is a visit to the archaeological site of Dion. This ancient site was once the holy city of the Macedonians as well as a center of worship of the gods of Olympus. Tourists are welcome to walk around and observe the ancient statues, artifacts and ceramics found on the archaeological site and its museum.
The Crusader Castle of Platamon
Continuing our Olympus day trip we will explore the grounds of the Platamon Castle. This Crusader castle was built between 1204 and 1222 to overlook the valley of Tempe where the main road connects Macedonia with Thessaly and southern Greece. To this day, the Platamon Castle is still one of the most impressive fortresses in the country and definitely worth the visit.
The Bathtub of Zeus
Once we arrive to Mount Olympus, we will embark on a short hike to the gorge of Enipeas on a quest to find the bathtub of Zeus. The sparkling turquoise water of this natural pool, coupled with the imposing waterfall is a site to behold and a true gem of Olympus.
The Village of Litochoro
Last stop on our all-day Mount Olympus trip from Athens is a visit to the village of Litochoro. Built in the likeness of the traditional Macedonian architecture, Litochoro is a charming Greek village situated at the base of Mount Olympus. Have a seat at one of the local taverns here or enjoy a nice stroll through the picturesque town.
Board the Train at Katerini
Once our all-day Olympus and Dion trip comes to an end, we will drive you to the city of Katerini where you will board the train back to Athens.
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
Following an early train ride from Athens to Mount Olympus, we will explore the ancient site of Dion, the Castle of Platamon, the bathtub of Zeus and Litochoro on this private all-day Olympus trip. Beginning with a visit to the archaeological site of Dion, we will firsthand see where the ancient Greeks used to worship the gods of Olympus. Fast forward a few centuries and we will then visit the grounds of the medieval Platamon Castle.
Next, we will explore the rich natural landscape of Mount Olympus on our way to glimpse at the bathtub of Zeus found in the gorge of Enipeas. Finally, we will have some down time in the village of Litochoro. This all-day Athens to Mount Olympus trip is a great tour for the whole family to enjoy and learn all about the rich history of Mount Olympus.
Shall you intend to continue your trip to Thessaloniki instead, please communicate with us prior to the activity date.
Inclusions
- English speaking Tour Leader
- Free bottle of water
- Return train tickets from Katerini to Athens
- First-class train tickets available as an add-on
- Transportation with VIP mini bus
- Taxes and service fees
Exclusions
- Gratuities (optional)
- Personal travel insurance
- Meals
- Entrance fees to museums
- State licensed guide
Meeting point
Your full-day train trip to Olympus from Athens begins at the Athens Railway Station, also known as Larissa Station at 7:58m. Make sure to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure in order to find your train and seat.
Important information
Know before you go
- Please remember to bring your camera, sunscreen and cash
- The train from Athens to Katerini tickets are all issued on 2nd class seats as standard. If you wish to upgrade them to 1st class seats you may choose to add to your basket the 1st class seats upgrade add-on before you complete the booking.
- Shall you intend to continue your trip to Thessaloniki instead, please communicate with us prior to the activity date.
03 / Customer Reviews
What others say
Rebekah – United States
April 27, 2024
Damian was a very fun and knowledgeable guide! The train ride is long from Athens but it was worth the day trip. You get to see Greece along the way which is so valuable. Once you reach Katerini, each stop with Damian was informative and enjoyable! Dion, lunch with locals, the foothills of Mount Olympus and the beautiful castle were all worthwhile stops. We would recommend to anyone!
Tatiana – Luxembourg
August 9, 2024
Damien was a very knowledgeable and charismatic guide, the locations are stunning abd even the train trip is enjoyable. I learnt so much from this tour. Thank you, Damien!
Nicholas – United States
August 19, 2024
Fantastic trip, well worth it! Guide was great, knew the area and content very well. Highly recommend.
Melanie – United States
July 11, 2022
The train trip from and to Athens is long but comfortable. Once we met our guide, Jason, we were off on the adventure. Some of the archeological sites are self-guided and you need to move fast to see all the sites at them. We were joined by another for the trip. We all had the same priorities of more time with Mt. Olympus (did see the site of Dion). Once we got into the mythology and history of Greece, we found Jason very engaging and we learned a lot. Mt. Olympus is beautiful and I had no idea that Greece received snow. The waters of Olympus are amazing to see. Loved this trip.
Elettra – Germany
September 26, 2022
Splendido tour, pieno di magia, storia e curiosità. Grande flessibilità ed empatia degli organizzatori, gentilissimi e preparati. Consiglio alla grande!!
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