Top Thessaloniki Climbing Tours

Spare yourself the hassle of self-drive on this convenient tour of two key sites from ancient Macedonia: a must-do for fans of archaeology and ancient history. Start at Pella, birthplace of Alexander the Great, then explore Aigai (Vergina), once the capital of Macedonia and now a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the tomb of King Philip II, Alexander’s father. Your tour includes door-to-door transfers and guiding but excludes entrance fees.

Leave Thessaloniki for a day and discover ancient Dion and Mt. Olympus without the stress of public transport or hire cars. Travel to Dion Archaeological Park, home to city ruins dating from the 6th century BC; and explore its relics and museum. Next, visit Mt. Olympus, the home of the gods in Greek mythology, and walk in the Epinea Gorge to absorb the scenery surrounding the peak before returning.

Journey to the mythical home of the Greek gods on this full-day tour to mighty Mount Olympus. Explore the ruins of an ancient city and temple dedicated to Zeus at the Dion archaeological site, and see excavated statues and other relics at the museum. Soak up the natural beauty of Olympus and experience Greek alpine culture with a visit to the village of Litochoro and walk through beautiful Enipea Valley.

Immerse yourself in the world of Alexander the Great and Greek history during this full-day, guided tour that visits archeological sites, tombs, and includes a traditional Greek lunch. Learn about regional history and culture from Ancient Greece through the Byzantie era to modern-day Greece and see the Mecedonian plain stretched out before you.

Skip out on the resort crowds at Thessaloniki and head to the rugged coast of Chalkidiki for this day trip full of dramatic sights and photo opportunities. Cruise around the shore of Ouranoupoli and the ‘holy mountain’ of Mount Athos. See the mountainside monasteries from which Athos takes its reputation, from the colorful Monastery of Docheiariou to the grand Holy Monastery of Simonos Petras. Spend the afternoon on the water, taking in the views and the ocean air.

Rub elbows with the Greek gods on a full-day hike to the top of Mount Olympus with your guide. Private transportation delivers you to the mountain where you’ll begin your ascent stopping for breaks as needed. At the summit at 9,600 ft (2918 m), enjoy exceptional views and sign the mountaineer’s book.  After the descent, unwind as arranged transportation takes you back to town.

Seek adventure on Mount Olympus on this guided canyoning trek. During this outing, you'll depart from Dion with a small group of fellow travelers, which ensures personalized attention from your guide. Rappel, slide, jump, swim, and hike through the mythical landscape, stopping midway for an included snack. No climbing experience is necessary.

Hike the famed Mt. Olympus, home of the Twelve Gods of Greek mythology and the country’s tallest peak. Enjoy the security of traveling with a guide and small group as you climb to the 9,600-foot (2,918-meter) summit. Your guide will help determine which route is appropriate based on your skill level, prepare necessary equipment, provide snacks, and teach you about the flora and fauna of this legendary mountain.

Mythology, local tales, and unique flora and fauna. We are going to visit the most well-known Enipeas gorge and its great waterfalls with its crystal clear ponds

This is the number one mountainous destination in Greece. It is the absolute lure for any hiker. Hikers from all over the world are traveling to Greece just to climb this legendary massif. More than 20.000 climbers are visiting this mountain every year. After of 20 years of experience on this mountain we have chosen the most incredible and the most imposing route.

Mythology, local tales, and unique flora and fauna. We are going to visit the unknown Orlias canyon and its hidden waterfall with its crystal clear ponds. At the end we will enjoy our lunch just across the ancient city of Dion the religious capital of ancient Macedonians

Below the mountain of the gods with Mytikas dominating above you a unique destination where history and mythology unfold on the foothills of Olympus, in the ancient city of Dion. As we ascend the paths of the mythical mountain, we will experience the awe that Daniel-Baud Bovy, Fred Boissonnas and Christos Kakalos felt when they first reached the top. The feeling they felt was reflected in the characteristic phrase written by Boissonnas: "We have arrived! The first people, after the gods left ". Experience with us a tour where secrets, stories and myths will unfold as we climb, each point has its own story. We will pass by Petrostrouga, the cave of where Vassilis Ithakisios, a great contemporary painter lived and painted his works. The plateau of the Muses, the view from Skourta, the face of Zeus carved in the rocks, the wonderful sunset from the Muses Plateau and the unique sunrise from the Prophet Elias and of course the climbing to the top of Mytikas for the most daring!