From Athens: Half day tour to Temple of Poseidon, Cape Sounio (Athens Riviera)

4.9 (22 reviews) Athens, Greece
Duration5h - 6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This is a great half-day tour option if you’re looking to explore Greece beyond Athens. You will possibly view the most beautiful sunset of your life.

Pass idyllic beaches as you leave Athens for some of the most gorgeous ruins of Ancient Greece.
The tour begins with a breathtaking drive along the scenic coastal road(one of the nicest coastlines in Greece). During this relaxing ride, you’ll enjoy splendid views of the Saronic Gulf while passing through some of Athen's most beautiful suburbs. During our way to Sounion, we will stop at the Lake of Vouliagmeni, in the heart of the Athenian Riviera.

Arrive at Cape Sounion, a historic and beautiful area of Greece. The steep cliffs offer a breathtaking, panoramic view, and on a clear day you can look out to some of Greece's beautiful isles. In addition to the views, look forward to visiting the 5th-century B.C. Temple of Poseidon.

- We will have free time for photos.
- A private tour provides personalized service.

Options

"By Sedan up to 3pax"

Private tour in 5hours
Luxurious Mercedes Benz Sedan
Skip line Tickets: We will purchase the tickets and you can pay the driver directly in cash. (by card-additional charge to cover the bank fees
Pickup included

"By MiniBus up to 12pax"

Private tour in 5hours
Luxurius Mercedes Benz
Skip line Tickets: We will purchase the tickets and you can pay the driver directly in cash. (by card-additional charge to cover the bank fees
Pickup included

"By MiniVan up to 8pax"

Private tour in 5hours
Luxurius Mercedes Benz
Skip line Tickets: We will purchase the tickets and you can pay the driver directly in cash. (by card-additional charge to cover the bank fees
Pickup included

What's included

  • Hotel/Airbnb/Port Piraeus Pick up & Drop off (Without extra charge)
  • Mercedes-Benz vehicles equipped with A/C, Child Seats
  • English speaking driver with knowledge of the history. Not licensed to accompany you in any site.
  • Bottled water
  • WiFi on board
  • Mobile Chargers
  • Assistance with purchasing Skip-the-Line tickets (customer covers ticket cost)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private transportation - Tour
  • Licensed Tour guide upon request depending on availability
  • The guide driver is not a licensed tour guide to accompany you at any site/museum.
  • The tickets for all archeological places and museums.
  • Dinner
  • Temple of Poseidon
  • Airport Pick Up & drop-off

What to expect

  1. Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre
    Pass by
    The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC) is a complex in the bay of Faliro in Athens which includes new facilities for the National Library of Greece (NLG) and the Greek National Opera (GNO), as well as the Stavros Niarchos Park. The $861 million project was completed in 2016, and was donated to the Greek state in 2017.
  2. Flisvos Marina
    Pass by
    Pass idyllic beaches as you leave Athens with a breathtaking drive along the scenic coastal road(one of the nicest coastlines in Greece).The Flisvos marina is a large marina located in the homonymous district of Palaio Faliros . Plenty of private luxury yachts are docked in the marina, while at the same time it has a park with a children's playground as well as various restaurants, cafes and bars, thus being a pole of attraction for the recreation of the residents of Athens and its visitors. In the marina are also the facilities of the Nautical Club of Palaio Faliro .
  3. Alimos
    Pass by
    Alimos Marina is the largest marina in the Balkans and one of the most popular marinas in the Eastern Mediterranean. A welcoming attraction for lovers of the sea and yachting. The facilities and services provided ensure a pleasant experience for visitors and a safe environment for boats. It has an excellent strategic position, as it is located near the city center, the port of Piraeus and 40' from the International Airport El. Venizelos.
  4. Lake Vouliagmeni
    30m
    1. Lake Vouliagmeni is a natural brackish lake with healing properties located in Vouliagmeni, Athens.Its waters are from 50 to 100 meters deep and have a temperature of 22 ° C to 29 ° C, indicating that at some depth it communicates with the Aegean volcanic arc.
  5. Temple of Poseidon
    3h · Admission ticket not included
    2. Reaching our destination, we will see Poseidon’s temple stand by looking at the Aegean.
    Although there are only ruins left, visitors there get impressed by the natural beauty of the landscape. You will possibly view the most beautiful sunset of your life. We could also have a stop so that you can enjoy your meal.
  6. Varkiza
    Pass by
    Varkiza is a town and a suburb of greater Athens. The locality is linked with Poseidonos Avenue just east of Vouliagmeni.
  7. Anavyssos
    Pass by
    Anavyssos is the name of a region and settlement of southeastern Attica on the Athenian Riviera , located a short distance from the sea . A characteristic of Anavyssos is the area where there were salt flats .
  8. Temple of Poseidon
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Cape Sounion is promontory in the Athens Riviera.
    Is noted for its Temple of Poseidon, one of the major monuments of the Golden Age of Athens. Its remains are perched on the headland, surrounded on three sides by the Aegean sea.
    Although there are only ruins left, visitors there get impressed by the natural beauty of the landscape. You will possibly view the most beautiful sunset of your life. We could also have a stop so that you can enjoy your meal.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The guide driver will be happy to pick you up from any location you prefer — whether it is a hotel (where they will be waiting for you at the reception), an Airbnb, the Port of Piraeus (meeting you right outside your cruise ship with a sign displaying your name), or a metro or bus station. Simply provide us with the exact address or meeting point when you make your booking.
If, for any reason, you are unable to locate your driver, please contact the emergency number shown on your voucher.
Additionally, one day before your tour, we will send you the driver’s full contact details so you can reach them directly if needed.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Additional fees if the tour concludes at a location other than the designated meeting point.
  • Flexible Pick-Up Times - Customize pick-up times to suit your schedule.
  • Hourly Extensions - Extend your tour for a fee, adaptable to your needs.
  • Ticket prices for archaeological sites vary depending on the season, either winter or summer
  • The Temple of Poseidon in Sounio is closed on the following dates: January 1st, March 25th, May 1st, Easter Sunday, December 25th, and December 26th.

Cancellation policy

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

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