Day Trips

Dion and Mount Olympus Day Tour From Thessaloniki

Ancient ruins of Dion with Mount Olympus in the background, Thessaloniki day trip.

Ancient ruins of Dion with Mount Olympus in the background, day trip from Thessaloniki.

Ancient ruins of Dion with Mount Olympus in the background, part of a day trip from Thessaloniki.

Travel back in time, with a day trip to Dion and Mount Olympus. Explore the historic mountain where the 12 Gods of Ancient Greece resided, and take a stunning hike to Enipeas Gorge.

Highlights

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.

Inclusions

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

Exclusions

Entrance fee to the archaeological site and museum of Dion (total 8€)
Tour-guide to the museum and the archaeological site of Dion
Lunch

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Lidiia

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Oct, 2024

Great route and great guide Janus. Thank you for really good information about historical places. This trip was unforgettable.🤩

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Your Experience

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.

Know Before You Go

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

Please be sure to bring along a hat and sunglasses, and put on sunscreen during the summer months.
Please wear comfortable shoes, since there is a fair amount of walking involved in the tour, in addition to a short trek.
You are allowed to bring outside food and drinks.
Photography is allowed, except for flash and tripods.
This tour is not wheelchair accessible.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid delays.
If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.