Adventures in mythical mountains

A week with wonderful activities exploring the mythical mountains.

Hellas canyon guides will be with you to get to know the best!

A program of activities in the two Signature Mountains of Greek mythology – Pelion, the mountain of Centaurs and Olympus, the mountain of gods.

The Pelion activities include hiking in paths ending in magical crystal beaches, canyoning, via ferrata and leisure time tours. Activities in Mount Olympus include hiking up to 2100 meters altitude, canyoning, a visit to the archaeological site and relaxing on beautiful beaches.

Hellas Canyon will make all the transfers and will welcome the team at Athens airport, which is also the departure location.

The daily routine includes a 4 to 7 hour activity starting after breakfast time. After the activity and according to the wishes of the group, there will be a break for the main meal and a guided tour in the area.

The level of difficulty of the program is Sport.

The program might be altered in the event of unpredictable weather conditions, taking the safety of the team into absolute consideration.

Program Modifications

Changes in the program are possible according to the team’s desires. Hellas Canyon is more than willing to meet the expectations of the team with modifications, such as altering to more difficult or easier activities within the margins of the team level.

Payment:

Deposit of 200€ upon participation request. The rest of the payment is realized the day of the meeting.

Day 1 Day of arrival

Meeting at the airport. Boarding the cars to Pelion. During the trip will be stops and guided tours of the areas of interest. Check-in at the hotel in Pelion.

Day 2 Via ferrata and Canyoning

Hiking, via ferrata and canyoning for 4 hours. Tour around the area and free time for swimming at the beautiful beaches.

Day 3 Hiking

Hiking in Pelion 6 hours, of medium difficulty. After the beautiful hiking, we tour the villages of Pelion.

Day 4 Hiking

Departure for Olympus. A three hour hiking from “Prionia” at 1075m towards the refuge at 2000m and staying overnight.

Day 5 Hiking

1. Climb to the top or
2. Hiking route 15 km of medium difficulty. The route is divided into two parts. The first part is on a trail with not significant elevation differences, connecting two refuges, lasting three hours. Snack break and rest for one hour in the other refuge. The second part of the route is a three hour downhill hiking, ending to “Prionia”. Check-in at the hotel in Litochoro late afternoon.

Day 6 Canyoning

The day begins with a visit to the archaeological site of Dion (duration 1.5 hours) and Canyoning for 5 hours.

Day 7 Return

Return to the airport (Goodbye)

Equipment you need to have with you:

• Hiking shoes (one or two pair)
• Shoes or flip-flops for leisure time
• Bath towel, swimsuit, shorts or leggings, dry fit hiking jerseys, hiking socks, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, light jacket, backpack, flashlight,canteen, anti-mosquito bite.
• Walking poles, warm clothing for the refuge, sleeping bag.

Equipment provided by Hellas canyon:

Helmet, safety belt, neoprene suit, shoes, canyoning bag, waterproof plastic container, etc…