Discover Olympus & Dion: Private Day Trip from Thessaloniki
Explore the Mountain of the Olympian Gods and see the top attractions of Pieria in a full day trip. Visit the Archaeological Park of Dion, which is the most important archeological site at Mt Olympus. In the area comprised by the archaeological park of Dion Sanctuaries, where found from Hellenistic and Roman periods. Afterwards, at Enipeas ravine discover the Monastery of Saint Dionysius. For the mountain lovers you will be enchanted by the impressive slopes, the lush vegetation, the picturesque wooden bridges and the large waterfall of Enipeas with its crystal clean running waters. Furthermore, take a stroll in the picturesque village of Litochoro, where is also lunch time.
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Private Day Trip
Pickup included
What's included in Discover Olympus & Dion: Private Day Trip from Thessaloniki
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Dion Archaeological Park
The Archaeological Park of Dion is the most important archaeological site at Mount Olympus in Greece, located in Dion (Greek: Δίον). In the area comprised by the Archaeological Park of Dion, sanctuaries were found from the Hellenistic and Roman periods. The park displays the importance of ancient Dion in the history of Pieria.
St. Dionysius of Olympus
The Monastery of Agios Dionysios in Olympus is a Greek Orthodox monastery on the slopes of Mount Olympus, the most important monastery in the Pieria Prefecture. It is located at the Enipeas ravine at an altitude of 850 m The original monastery, established in 1542, was destroyed by the Germans in 1943. Nearby, there is the cave of Saint Dionysius.
Enipeas Waterfall
Enipeas, the river that crosses the flanks of Mt Olympus and provides this sacred water and fabulous interaction of pools and waterfalls all the way to Litochoro!
Inclusions
- WiFi on board
- Bottled water
- Pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned sedan/minivan/minibus
- Private English Speaking Driver
- Official Licensed Guide in Dion
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Dion Archaeological Park
- Dion Archaeological Museum
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- During the summer, it is highly recommended to bring sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and a hat
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Pickup and Dropoff
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Additional Information
We pick-up guests from all hotels and Airbnbs in Thessaloniki. If hotel is inaccessible by car due to restrictions, pickup will be held from a nearby location withing short walking distance. Cruise ship travelers: Meeting point is the exit of the cruise port terminal. Your driver will hold a name board with travelers name on.
