Thessaloniki: Bus Trip to Dion & Mt Olympus National Park
Overview
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10 hours
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Unveil Mt. Olympus' secrets! Trek through the National Park, marvel gods' home & rare flora, unseen elsewhere! Explore ancient Dion, walk, and swim at Agia Kori’s stream. Greek myths come alive!
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that the daytrip schedule may be modified according to current weather conditions. In case of unfavorable weather conditions (mostly during the winter season).
This is not a hiking tour; it’s marked red trail that is easy and accessible for everyone
The trekking is not suitable for individual with mobility issues, pregnant women, and infants.
Make sure to arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes prior to tour departure at 8:00
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bus transportation to all locations
English speaking trip attendant –archeologist-historian
Pickup and drop-off from Aristotle’s Square & Egnatia Street (Venizelos Statue)
Available baby seat with request
Free wi-fi
Basic travel insurance (during transportation)
Air-conditioned comfortable bus
Food (lunch or beverages), personal expenses
The entrance fee to the archaeological site and museum of Dion, 10€ in total
Tour-guide to the museum and the archaeological site of Dion
Tips
What To Expect
Agia Kori
Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the legendary Mount Olympus National Park, the mythical home of the gods. Known for its captivating beauty and mysterious presence, Olympus has long been revered as a divine sanctuary in ancient Greek culture. As you trek along the Agia Kori Waterfall trail, you’ll be mesmerized by the lush surroundings and the stunning emerald waters of the waterfall, offering the perfect chance to relax and take a refreshing swim in nature’s embrace. Surrounded by the rugged beauty of the mountain, you'll also hear fascinating tales of the mysterious phenomena reported by visitors throughout the centuries and delve into the origins of the Olympian gods.
Dion Archaeological Park
Next, travel back in time to the ancient city of Dion, a significant religious hub devoted to Zeus, the mighty father of the gods. Stroll through the ancient ruins of grand temples, theaters, and public buildings, uncovering the glory of this sacred city once cherished by both Greeks and Romans.
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Reviews
231 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic (but could be even better imo)!
Shaun Y,
Jul 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Was absolutely fantastic, we got some great memories from our trip. For me, it was the highlight of our holiday (apart from the great Greek food of course!). I'd like to see the tour improve further though. As with most bus speaker systems, you can't really hear the tour guide. (The speaker are just really bad quality is all). To get over this and to give the tour an added touch, consider giving each passenger a sort of goodie bag, summarising the things that the tour guide is talking about at each point. The idea would be, that we (the passengers) and follow along even if we can't hear every word. Could also include a small souvenier in the gift bag? Would be happy to pay a bit more for the tour to cover these costs. The free water at the end was also a very nice touch.
Fun Day
Bruce R,
Jun 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00You really can swim, but be prepared to improvise a changing area with a towel or something else! The hike in part one of the tour was our favorite part!
Mount Olympus Waterfalls and the Ancient Ruins of Dion – A Worthwhile Trip
lisa R,
Jun 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00A wonderful day trip! Eva, our guide, was fantastic - kind, informative, and really organised. The morning hike to the Mount Olympus waterfall was a highlight. It’s not intense—just a few “challenging” patches, but nothing serious. The water was icy cold, but I soaked my feet and loved it! There’s time to explore a bit, even go up above the main pool if you want. At Dion, we made the mistake of walking around the whole wall—next time I’d go straight into the ruins. A walking guide there would’ve been helpful, but the info boards are good enough. We then went to the Mt Olympus Info Centre, were a short film played followed by walking around beautiful photos of nature and history of the mountain. As plant pathologist, I found the fungi fascinating! We ended with free time in Litochoro, had a bite to eat and a relaxed walk, although there was the option to hike to next waterfall - we had a very hot day, 35 C. Good value - highly recommend.
You need to be able to...
shmuel k,
Jun 4, 2025
- Viator
4.00You need to be able to walk up steps. The guide's English was not fluent enough to explain well enough
Happy man
Arnie,
May 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00A very good full day much to see our guide was excellent with helpful tips the trek to the waterfalls was quite easy the trek to the church is a lot more difficult for people over a certain age we took on the challenge and although slow than the rest of the party completed th;e trek (with help from the guide) The rest of the day was brilliant finishing with lunch at a travana and trip back Thessaloniki Brilliant day with a brilliant guide would recommend
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