Take a half-day tour of Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon. Pass idyllic beaches as you leave Athens for some of the most gorgeous ruins of Ancient Greece. Your fun guide will fill you in on the history of Greece as you look out over Poseidon's sea!

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Duration 4 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
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Live tour guide: English
Pickup included: Pickup is included from centrally located hotels and Airbnb apartments in Athens.
Private group available

Highlights

Discover the Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon on the half-day tour
Enjoy beautiful views of the Saronic Gulf and its islands
Experience breathtaking Cape Sounion, with its steep cliffs and crystal blue waters
Walk back in time to the Temple of Poseidon, God of the Sea

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The tour begins with a breathtaking drive along the scenic coastal road. During this relaxing ride you’ll enjoy splendid views of the Saronic Gulf while passing through some of Athen's most beautiful suburbs; Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, and Varkiza. 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. God of the Sea, Poseidon was second only to Zeus in Greek mythology. Made of white marble, the columns still stand today as a reminder of the Athenian Empire. The trip will conclude with a relaxing drive back to Athens after having experienced the sights and architecture of ancient Greece.

Includes

Entrance fee to Cape Sounion archeological site
Professional guide
Transfer in new, luxury A/C non-smoking bus
Free pick-up and drop-off service from selected hotels

Lunch
Drinks
Tips

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Wheelchair users

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

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Pick-up is available from the majority of hotels in Athens and takes place approximately 1 hour before the tour departure time
Alternatively, you can meet at the tour supplier's office 15 minutes before the tour departure time

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Overall rating

4.2 /5

based on 268 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.3/5
Transportation
4.4/5
Value for money
3.8/5
Safety
4.6/5

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The guide Dimitrios made this half day tour. The commentary about the suburbs of Athens as we left the city was fascinating. Then as we drove along the coast it turned to the Greek and Roman cultures, and the significance of Cape Sounion to the Athenians. Once at the Temple IOC Poseidon, and the base of the Temple if Athena, Dimitrios continued with the historical context of the area, and the impact firstly if the Athenian in the area, and its political, military and religious significance; but the impact of the Roman occupation. A tour by a passionate local is always a great way to connect with contemporary and ancient societies.

January 19, 2020

We went on the 2 p.m. tour on November 18. Good hotel pick up service. Very good bus. Very good driver. Excellent tour guide. Stunning views all along the coastal route. Just over 1 hour to get to the Temple, just over 1 hour AT, and as much to get back to Athens. The prolonged sunset we watched on our way back was fan-tas-tic! Drop offs where each of us wanted. Having said all this, as one who loves photography, I wish we had half an hour more at the site!

November 20, 2019

site is great but keep in mind it's really just the temple and stunning view over sea. guide knowledgeable and easy to understand. pick up at 15:00 from hotel, arrive at 16:15, leave 17:30. drive back longer due to traffic. personally could have done with 30 more minutes at site.

October 6, 2019

Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion Tour: From Athens

Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion Tour: From Athens

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