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offer a range of guided Trekking tours in the Olympos and Ossa mountains
which combine the sportive aspect of trekking with excursions to
our unique natural and cultural environment. Our tours are
de-signed and can be customized for groups desiring different levels
of difficulties and durations. Most of our tours include rest
days or days of easy hiking. |
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Discover the Nature of the Olympos & Ossa Mountains Separated by the steep gorge of the Tembi valley and the Pinios River raise the mountains of the Ossa in the south and the mighty peaks of the Olympos mountain range towards the north from the coastal plains of the Aegean Sea. Old Chestnut and Plantain forests alternate with fragrant meadows covered with herbs. The jagged peaks stand in stark contrast to the wide views of the coastal landscape. Trekking through these magnificent mountains and experiencing the sensation of ‘The Peaks’ is pure pleasure for the senses. Overnight stays at the mountain refuges situated right beneath the peaks promises an intensive mountain experience and spectacular sunsets and sunrises. |
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best travel times for ‘The Peaks’ are summer and autumn. The tour
is suitable for novice and experienced hikers and can be operated
as a one week trekking tour or alternatively and more relaxed as
a 10 day trekking tour.
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A mythical trekking tour to the seat of the Gods Mount Olympos’ 3000 meter high summits are said to be saturated by the nectar of the ancient Greek gods. It is also known as the seat of Zeus who gathered the clouds and threw flashes and thunder from the holy mountain. This ancient image of the holy mountain and its uncounted natural treasures are today protected by the Mt. Olympos National Park (since 1938) and the flanks of the mountain known as Kato Olympos or Lower Olympos has been declared a biosphere reserve. Trekking the mountains, experiencing the spectacular peaks and ancient civilizations on the high mountain plateaus, spending time to sense their power and beauty is a journey through time and natural wonders. Over night we’ll stay in comfortable guesthouses in small mountain villages and mountain refuges. |
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Crossing
Mt. Olympos is best done during the summer and autumn month and
suitable for experienced hikers with a sense of adventure. This
mythical trekking tour can be done as a one week or optionally as
a 10 day trip. |
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Trekking in the footsteps of ancient civilization Age old footpaths used by shepherds and mountain farmers in their everyday life trail the flanks of Mt. Olympos and Kato Olympos also known as Lower Olympos. The trails lead to ancient mountain villages, chapels and monasteries and from farms to winter and summer pastures. We leisurely follow these trails in the dry summer month high up into the breathtaking mountains and in times of moderate temperature to the beautiful plateaus and valleys. Trekking the shepherd’s trails is a fascinating way of exploring an old civilization still existing and functioning today whilst enjoying and discovering the unspoiled natural environment it is set in, its flora and fauna and views and smells. Every season of the year shapes life on the mountain differently and gives the forests, meadows and rivers a different look, smell and feeling. Following the trails and getting insight into mountain people’s everyday life and traditions is a very special way of discovering the beauty of the Mt. Olympos area and its people. This hotel based trip allows for rest days on the beaches of the Aegean Sea. |
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Trekking
‘The Shepherd’s Trails’ is possible from April until November. Novice
and experienced hikers can discover mountain life and its people
during a one week tour or optionally up to 2 weeks. |
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