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From Athens: Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion Guided Tour

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From Athens: Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion Guided Tour

Activity provider:Key Tours
4.1  / 5
514 reviews
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Join a guided tour of Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon from Athens. Learn about Greek history, explore the south coast of Attica, and choose the sunset option to watch the sun go down over the Aegean Sea.

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Duration 4 hours
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English
Pickup optional
Pickup service is available from centrally located hotels in Athens.

Experience

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
  • Enjoy an environmentally-friendly experience on a zero-carbon tour
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Head to Cape Sounion to explore the Archaeological Site of Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon on a guided trip from Athens, with hotel transfers and entry fees included and with a zero carbon footprint. See remnants of an ancient town and learn about the Golden Age of Athens from your guide.

Start with a bus ride along the scenic coastal road. Enjoy splendid views of the Saronic Gulf while passing through some of Athen's most beautiful suburbs such as Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, and Varkiza. Arrive at Cape Sounion, a historically significant area of Greece. The steep cliffs offer sweeping panoramic views, and on a clear day, you can see the surrounding islands. Enter the archaeological site and visit the 5th-century BC Temple of Poseidon, dedicated to the God of the Sea in Greek mythology. Made of white marble, the columns still stand today as a reminder of the Athenian Empire. After experiencing the monuments and ruins of ancient Greece, if you chose it, finish your day by watching the sunset over this legendary horizon. Relax on the drive back to Athens.

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  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
  • Licensed guide
  • Transportation in an air-conditioned bus
  • Cape Sounion entry ticket (if option selected)
  • Sunset experience (if option selected)
  • Wi-Fi
  • Food and drinks
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  • Wheelchair users

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Please come to our offices at 6:00 PM.

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  • Passport or ID card
  • Sun hat
  • Camera

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  • Pick-up is available from centrally located hotels in Athens and takes place approximately 1 hour before the tour departure time
  • Alternatively, you can meet at the activity provider's office 15 minutes before the tour departure time
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  • Transportation
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  • Service
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  • Organization
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The bus driver drove like a real greek. (speed limits are indications) it is a rather long drive, for "just" 1 temple. But the view is def worth it! Otherwise very good trip, wonderful guide who gave information both on the bus and at cape Sounion. It would have been better to have a little more time at the cape to admire the view before we had to go. No sunset on our tour, but that was no problem for us, we had the opportunity to look at the wonderful location.

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May 4, 2023

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Elien – BelgiumVerified booking

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Excellent trip, we were picked up on time from the pick up point. After a scenic drive along the coast we arrived at Cape Sounion. Our guide kept us entertained throughout the drive by telling us stories from Greek Mythology, including the story of the origin of the name of the Aegean Sea. Temple of Poseidon was worth seeing and in a spectacular position. Overall an enjoyable afternoon out.

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April 13, 2023

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Kostas gave a detailed outline of our excursion, he was very knowledgeable and explained the history of Athens and surrounding areas through the ages. He also told us nice stories, he was good fun and took great care if us. The excursion was a great experience and good value, and I would definitely recommend it. Thank you Kosta and our driver - all the best to you both 🙏

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