Cape Sounio & Temple of Poseidon: Exclusive Half-Day Private Tour

5.0 (3 reviews) Athens, Greece
Duration5h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

In this tour you will have the opportunity to admire the Athenian coast line on the way to Cape Sounion visiting the temple of Poseidon. We will depart from Athens to a wonderful drive along the scenic coastal road which affords a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf, passing through some of Athens most beautiful suburbs (Palaion Faliron, Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, Varkiza), all the way to Cape Sounion where you will visit the 5th century B. C. Temple of Poseidon with one of the most breathtaking Panoramic views.
After your visit to the archaeological site, you will have the opportunity to have lunch at a local restaurant with magical view, next to the water.
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What's included

  • Flexibility according to travelers Needs and Interests
  • Luxury transportation with New Mercedes Vehicles (the latest models).
  • Athens Hotel, Apartment or Port (Cruise Ship) Pickup and Return
  • Professional English speaking Knowledgeable and Experienced Tour Driver.
  • Rates include: Service for a Private Driver-guide and All Vehicle expenses
  • Licensed Guide for guiding inside the Archaeological site, is an extra service upon request.
  • Food and Drinks
  • Temple of Poseidon

What to expect

  1. Temple of Poseidon
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    The Ancient Greek temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, built during 444–440 BC, is one of the major monuments of the Golden Age of Athens. It is perched above the sea at a height of almost 60 metres (200 ft).
  2. Lake Vouliagmeni
    15m
    Lake Vouliagmeni ("Sunken Lake") is a small brackish-water lake fed by underground currents seeping through the mass of Mount Hymettus located to the south of Vouliagmeni, Greece.
  3. Varkiza
    Pass by
    One of the most beautiful seaside suburbs that we will observe on the way to Cape Sounion. We are going to drive by the Athenian Riviera and All the Seaside suburbs of Athens in order to reach the location of the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion.
  4. Glyfada
    Pass by
    Another beautiful seaside suburb, with the biggest market. A lovely fishermen port and an Amazing All White churche in the middle of the cetral square.
  5. Palaia Fokaia
    1h
    A fishermen's village that we are going to stop at an amazing place, right next to the Aegean sea water, for your lunch or dinner.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We will pick you up from your Hotel (Any Hotel), Apartment, Piraeus port, Cruise ship or a specific place in the city of Athens.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Drivers are very experienced, friendly and knowledgeable about the Greek history, mythology and our culture. Love to share their knowledge and they will provide you with a lot of useful information but they cannot come with you inside the archaeological sites. In Greece drivers are not permitted to offer guide services within such premises, only licensed guides can and it is an extra service.
  • This is a Private Tour. Only for You and for Your Group.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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