Route: Gortsia –Petrostrouga Shelter – Plateau of the Muses – shelter Apostolidis – Peaks – shelter of Petrostrouga – Gortsia.
Indicative program:
1st day
Meeting in the morning (8:00) at Litochoro parking for a brief update and introductions. Departure at 08:30 heading to “Gortsia” location in order to start our trekking. Our destination is the Plateau of the Muses in Apostolidis Shelter (2.697m), the highest shelter in the country where we will spend the first night.
Trekking approximately 6-7 hours
2nd day
In the morning, we begin our ascent to the high peaks of Skala 2.882m and Skolio 2.904m or Mytikas 2.918m, where we will enjoy a panoramic view of Olympus. From that point, we will return to the shelter for rest and then we will descend and return to “Gortsia” location.
Trekking approximately 7 hours
Gear and clothing
- Backpack (40–50 L)
- Hiking boots or shoes
- Sleeping bag (optional)*
- Short or long hiking trousers
- Fleece or technical jacket*
- Waterproof/windproof jacket
- 2 thermal base layers
- Underwear and socks
- Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
- Personal hygiene items
- Headlamp
- Trekking poles**
- Water bottle (at least 1.5 L)
- Snacks (energy bars, chocolate)
- *As an alternative to a sleeping bag, you can bring a sheet. Blankets are available at the refuge
- ** if you have them
Includes
- Guiding and organisation
- Digital photos
- Overnight stays
- Participant insurance
- Civil liability
Cost
€130 per person, minimum of eight (8) participants; for groups, families or fewer than eight people the price is different. The ascent to Mytikas costs an additional €50 per person
This route is grade 3
- 1EasyFor everyone. 1–2 hour routes with uphill or downhill sections.
- 2ModerateGood fitness and the stamina for 3–5 hours of hiking a day.
- 3DifficultPrevious experience on mountain terrain. Steep climbs, 5 hours or more.
- 4AdvancedSteep, sustained trails all day. Very high fitness.
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