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Cape Sounio Half Day Afternoon Tour - Tour in English & without Entry Tickets

from 41€
39€

Description

A half day afternoon trip from Athens full of images and breathtaking views. Begin your Sounio tour with 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 (Glyfada,Vouliagmeni, Varkiza) and idyllic beaches. As you approach Cape Sounion, one of Greece’s most photographed monuments, it rises like a sheer cliff out of the sea

About this Activity

up to 12 people 4 hours
Starting Time: 14:30 PM
Hotel pick up/drop off service: Available from selected centrally located hotels or accommodations in Athens. Please contact the activity provider for the exact pickup points and times.
Tour guide: English, Spanish
Cancellation Policy: : Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Adults (13-99)
0
Children (4-12)
0
05/03/24

Activity Cancellation Policy:

You can cancel your activity before by supplier's Cancellation policy

3 adults x 20

2 children x 15

2 infants x 15

Total Cost

270
  • 4-hour guided excursion of Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon
  • Relax on a scenic drive along the Athens Riviera & enjoy breathtaking views of Aegean sea
  • Marvel at the Temple of Poseidon and discover the stirring legends that surround it
  • Pass by some of the most expensive & highly rated areas of Athens like Vouliagmeni, Varkiza & Glyfada area
  • Visit Cape Sounion and see graffiti left by English poet Lord Byron

A half day afternoon trip from Athens full of images and breathtaking views. Begin your Sounio tour with 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 (Glyfada,Vouliagmeni, Varkiza) and idyllic beaches. As you approach Cape Sounion, one of Greece’s most photographed monuments, it rises like a sheer cliff out of the sea. At Cape Sounio where you will visit the 5th century B.C. Temple of Poseidon with one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in the world (on a clear day you can see at least seven islands).The precipice is a sheer 197 foot drop to the sea.
Land masses to the west stand out in sharp profile: the island of Aegina backed by the mountains of the Peloponnese. The beauty of the surviving Doric columns has inspired many poets, including Lord Byron who carved his name on one of the columns. This half day excursion is a great option if you want to discover Greece beyond Athens, enjoy stunning views and visit world famous Greek ruins.

Services of a Professional -  licensed guide

Transport by luxury A/C bus

Free WiFi on coaches

All taxes

Ticket for the Temple of Poseidon

Roundtrip transportation

Expert archaeologist guide on the bus

1 hour free time inside the archaeological site

Audio guide app

Gratuities (optional)

Food and drinks

Guided tour inside the archaeological site

Meeting point
  • The meeting point is our office at 26 Athanasiou Diakou str., 11743
Know before you go
  • The activity provider will contact you for the exact pickup points and times.
  • Choose this option to watch the sunset from the Temple of Poseidon and explore the site at your own pace. You will pay for your entry ticket on-site upon arrival at the archaeological site of Cape Sounion.
Not suitable for:
  • Wheelchair users