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Ancient statues displayed in the Archaeological Museum of Dion, Greece.
Ancient ruins and columns at Dion archaeological site near Mount Olympus, Greece.
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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.

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Ancient statues displayed in the Archaeological Museum of Dion, Greece.
Ancient ruins and columns at Dion archaeological site near Mount Olympus, Greece.
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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.

Inclusions & Exclusions

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

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Ticket Delivery

  • 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.

Meeting Point

At 8am, meet your guide on Aristotelous Square and Egnatia Street, in front of the Venizelos Statue..

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Getting There

The nearest bus stop is Thessaloniki 21 Lagkada Street, which is a 15-minute walk to the meeting point. Catch bus Kyiv-Atheny to get here.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

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The tour begins with a pickup from Thessaloniki early in the day.

Your first stop will be at Dion’s renowned archaeological park, where you can explore its external sites and see notable structures like the theater of Dion.

The museum houses statues from the ancient city along with numerous sanctuaries dedicated to various Greek gods and goddesses. One highlight is the Mosaic of the House of Dionysus, which is one of the largest mosaics.

You can enjoy a traditional Greek lunch at a local restaurant located in a nearby village during your visit.

Tours are available from Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday until March 31st. From April 1st onwards, they run on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday starting at 8am.

It's advisable to wear comfortable shoes due to a fair amount of walking involved in the tour. Additionally, consider bringing a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen for summer months as protection against the sun is recommended.

Basic travel insurance is provided to cover you while you are being transported.

The entrance fee to both the archaeological site and museum of Dion, totaling 8€, as well as a separate guide for these locations, is not included in the package price.

Yes, you will receive help with issuing your tickets to avoid waiting in queues at the ticket office.

During the tour, you'll have the opportunity to admire stunning views of Mount Olympus as part of the experience.

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

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.

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