Day Hike to Mytikas via a Secret Trail – A Unique Two-Day Adventure!
Camping in tents and overnight stay at the remote Christakis mountain shelter.
Get ready for an authentic mountaineering adventure on Mt. Olympus, far from the crowded trails! We depart from Thessaloniki heading toward the village of Kalyvia Elassonas. From there, we hop into 4x4 jeeps and follow an exciting 20-kilometer off-road route through the mountains until we reach Christakis Refuge, located at an altitude of 2,400 meters.
After setting up our tents and organizing the campsite, we hike to the nearby Christakis peak in the afternoon to enjoy a breathtaking sunset over the Olympus mountain range. In the evening, the Trekking Hellas team welcomes you with warm food and good company under the stars.
The next morning, we begin our ascent via the international E4 trail. We pass through Skolio Pass at 2,830m and reach the stunning Kakoskala at 2,866m. Here, we pause to take in the wild beauty of the Megala Kazania glacial basin and the surrounding peaks.
At this point, we gear up with the necessary climbing equipment and begin the final push to Mytikas – the highest peak in Greece at 2,918 meters. The view from the summit is simply indescribable!
After the descent, we return to the refuge, gather our gear, and head back down to Kalyvia and then to Thessaloniki.
Alternative Route:
For those seeking a less technical option, there's the opportunity to ascend Skolio (2,912m), Greece’s second-highest peak. This route involves a total of 3–4 hours of hiking with no need for climbing gear such as helmet, harness, or rope – an ideal choice for a more relaxed experience.
Accommodation & Meals:
We'll be camping near the Christakis emergency shelter. A BBQ will be organized on-site (we’ll handle the setup), and there's a designated area for it. Please note that the refuge does not have a full kitchen, so participants should bring their own food.
If you'd like to join the group BBQ, there is an additional cost of €20, which includes:
BBQ meal (souvlaki, sausage, pita bread, spreads, salad) and snacks (energy bar, croissant, juice).
Departure from Thessaloniki to Kalyvia Elassonas, where we board 4x4 jeeps to reach Christakis Shelter. There, we set up our tents and enjoy a magical sunset from the Christakis peak. The evening ends with a warm meal and great company under the stars.
We follow the international E4 trail, pass through the Skolio saddle, and reach the impressive Kakoskala. From there, we begin the final ascent to Mytikas, the highest peak of Mount Olympus. After taking in the panoramic views from the summit, we descend back to the refuge and make our way back to Thessaloniki.
Price/person (Fixed Guaranteed Dates):
€150 / per person
€170 / per person with food – includes:
Barbecue (souvlaki, sausage, pita breads, dips, salad)
Snacks: energy bar, croissant, juice
Christakis refuge is an emergency shelter with a few beds and a fireplace inside. It does NOT have a toilet, kitchen, water, or electricity.
For toilet needs, there is a designated outdoor area near the refuge.
You can choose between sleeping inside the refuge or in a tent:
– If you sleep in a tent, you’ll need to bring a sleeping bag suitable for 0°C.
– If you sleep inside the refuge, which is a large shared space, you’ll need a sleeping bag rated for at least 10°C.
Please note that other groups might also be staying in the refuge. It offers basic military-style beds with mattresses. There is no electricity. Mobile signal is available in some spots around the refuge.
For dinner, you may either choose our menu or bring your own food/meat and use the fire we’ll have available. Please make sure to bring snacks and your own breakfast.
Vehicles reach directly in front of the Christakis refuge.
In this program we walk, 4-5 hours the first day and 8-9 hours the second day, we mostly follow good forest paths; above the tree-line, the terrain varies from grassy uplands to rocky ridges, with some scrambling required for the peak ascents.
A good level of fitness and experience is required to climb the peak and the guide reserves the right to make the final decision if we climb the final peak.
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