1 day cycling tour to Mythical Mt Olympus (Prionia)
Price: From 55€/person, group 8+persons
Travel Style:
Guided tour
Having Litochoro as our starting point, you head off to a cycling excursion to Prionia, to mythical Mt. Olympus. The 12 God's residence.
In Details
You are cycling for 18 kilometres in a tarred uphill road as we pass by the 1rst refuge, at Stavros (994 meters). In the following, you arrive in the area of Prionia (1.100 meters). There is also an alternative route. Those who wish more moderate cycling ascend have the option to use a car from the starting point in Litochoro until Stavros and continue their route by bicycle, so as to cycle for 7 kilometres of moderate difficulty until the area of Prionia.
In Prionia there is a parking space as well as a small restaurant. you are having a short break altogether for refilling and recovery. You cycle 18 kilometres descending from Prionia to Litochoro, enjoying at the same time the unique natural beauty of Mt. Olympus and the coastline of Pieria, which fills up the horizon.
Route Details
Active Period:
Throughout the year
Participation Requirements:
Moderate physical condition
Technical Infos:
Choose road or e-bike
Minimum Participants:
10
Difficulty Level:
- Level 3 – Moderate to Active
Duration:
4-5
- Suitable for participant older than 18 years old
Meeting Point:
Litochoro
Start:
Litochoro
Finish:
Prionia
Recommended equipment list:
- GOOD MOOD!
- Small back bag
- A snack (bars, gels etc)
- Bandana
- Sport shoes or cycling shoes
- Clothes depending on the season
- Hat, cap or headband
- Sunglasses
- Sun cream & lips sun cream
- Camera, personal items
PRICE_INCLUDES
- Full organization from Cyclinghellas
- Well-maintained bikes
- Cycling helmet
- Experienced cycling guide
- Equipment (toolbox, inner tubes, pump) for the “bicycle’s good health”
- Bike Service
- First aid kit
- Service car with distinctive lights and mechanical support for the cyclists
- Trailer for the bikes’ transfer
- Van or bus for companions-friends of yours.
- Healthy Snack
- The Value Added Tax
The price does not include
- Other meals
- Other personal charges
Your Journey in Greece begins
GREECE, HELLAS, is the Cradle of democracy, culture, philosophy, freedom, architecture, sculpture, of the Olympic Games! Cycling Hellas’ team is pleased to guide you to the masterpieces of Greek nature, to the sacred famous treasures, to the Greek culture and tradition, to the ancient mythology and history! Experience ultimate, fully-guided, selected bike tours to unique colors, tastes and homemade creations and meet the authenticity of Greek people. We are looking forward to seeing you in our country and happy to turn your Greek cycling tours & holidays to life experience!
