Sports and the Outdoors

Hellenic Alpine Club. The Hellenic Alpine Club can help with information on hiking Mount Olympus. Spilios Agapitos, Litochoro, Central Macedonia. 23520/81800; 210/3645904; www.eooa.gr.

Olympos Trek. Guided treks to the summit of Mount Olympus, rafting, and climbing are just some of the activities organized by this reputable outdoor adventure agency. Katerini, Central Macedonia. 6932/545001; 2410/921244; www.olympostrek.gr. From €38.

Personality Journeys. This top adventure travel company will plan and arrange your whole expedition to Mount Olympus and other unmissable mountain destinations in Greece. From guided single-day hikes up to full-board week-long expeditions can be arranged. Attica. 2152/151629; www.personalityjourneys.com.

Trekking Hellas. Trekking Hellas runs hiking, rafting, mountain biking, and other outdoor excursions in the region, including some great trips up the mythical Mount Olympus by foot (or bike) from Litochoro. Litochoro, Central Macedonia. 210/3310323; www.trekking.gr. From €60.