Dion and Mount Olympus Day Tour From Thessaloniki
Dion and Mount Olympus Day Tour From Thessaloniki
Duration: 8 hours (approx.)
8 hours (approx.)
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
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Explore Greece's rich history with the Dion and Mount Olympus Day Tour from Thessaloniki, starting your adventure early in the day with a convenient pickup. Begin at the impressive archaeological park of Dion where you'll have time to explore its extensive grounds, including the grand theater that once hosted performances by Euripedes during the annual Olympus Festival. Your journey continues as you delve into history within the museum of Dion and discover sanctuaries dedicated to ancient Greek deities.
Explore Greece's rich history with the Dion and Mount Olympus Day Tour from Thessaloniki, starting your adventure early in the day with a convenient pickup. Begin at the impressive archaeological park of Dion where you'll have time to explore its extensive grounds, including the grand theater that once hosted performances by Euripedes during the annual Olympus Festival. Your journey continues as you delve into history within the museum of Dion and discover sanctuaries dedicated to ancient Greek deities.
Discover the archaeological site of Dion and its numerous attractions.
Explore the museum and sanctuaries of Dion, and learn about the history of the region.
Enjoy a traditional Greek lunch at a local restaurant in a nearby village.
With transfers already arranged, enjoy a hassle free ride.
Admire stunning views of Mount Olympus.
Take a short trek along Enipeas Gorge and catch breathtaking views of the area.
Round-trip transportation to the archaeological site-museum of Dion, Mt. Olympus and Litochoro
English-speaking, archaeologist trip attendant
Basic travel insurance (during transport)
Assistance with the ticket issuance process to avoid the queue in the ticket office
Entrance fee to the archaeological site and museum of Dion (total 8€)
Tour-guide to the museum and the archaeological site of Dion
Lunch
Ancient statues displayed in the Archaeological Museum of Dion, Greece.
Your trip begins with a pickup from Thessaloniki early in the day. The first stop is at Dion’s renowned archaeological park. You will get a few hours to explore the external site, which promises to take you on a journey to the past. You will see the theater of Dion, famous for hosting plays by Euripedes, and it is the largest building at the site. Performances of the Olympus Festival take place every year during the summer.
You can then visit the museum of Dion, which houses statues of the ancient city. There are numerous sanctuaries dedicated to various Greek gods and goddesses. One of the highlights of the park is the Mosaic of the House of Dionysus, which is the largest preserved mosaic found in Dion.
You will then enjoy a Greek lunch in a traditional restaurant at the village before continuing to Olympus. Renowned across the world, Mount Olympus is considered in Greek mythology to be the home of the Greek gods. You can enjoy a short trek along the Enipeas Gorge, and catch stunning views of the mountain and its scenery.
The trip will now come to an end, and you will make your way back to Thessaloniki.
Ancient ruins and columns at Dion archaeological site near Mount Olympus, Greece.
Waterfall and clear pool in lush forest at Mount Olympus, Greece.
Ancient statues displayed in the Archaeological Museum of Dion, Greece.
Ancient ruins and columns at Dion archaeological site near Mount Olympus, Greece.
Waterfall and clear pool in lush forest at Mount Olympus, Greece.
Pathway through lush green mountains at Mount Olympus, Greece.
Timings
Until 1 April:
- Mon, Wed, Sat: 8am onwards
On and after 1 April:
- Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun: 8am onwards
Winter Season: 1 Nov – 31 Mar '23
- Mon, Wed, & Sat: 8am onwards
Important Information
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Please be sure to bring along a hat and sunglasses, and put on sunscreen during the summer months.
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Please wear comfortable shoes, since there is a fair amount of walking involved in the tour, in addition to a short trek.
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You are allowed to bring outside food and drinks.
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Photography is allowed, except for flash and tripods.
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This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Sunset over Mount Olympus with lush green landscape, viewed from Dion, Greece.
Pathway through lush green mountains at Mount Olympus, Greece.
Sunset over Mount Olympus with lush green landscape, viewed from Dion, Greece.
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