Cape Sounion Tour - Temple of Poseidon (afternoon)

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Tour along the scenic coastal road through wonderful beach resorts to Cape Sounion, where the white marble pillars of the Temple of Poseidon still stand.

Do you need a quick getaway from the capital? Then try this half-day tour to Cape Sounion! Drive along the scenic coastal road through the luxurious beach resort areas of Glyfada, Vouliagmeni and Varkiza, to arrive at the southern tip of the Attican peninsula. There lies Cape Sounion, where the white marble pillars of the Temple of Poseidon still stand. This spot is a photographers' delight so bring your camera!

From April 1^st to October 31^st: Departure 15.00 - Return 19.00

From November 1^st to March 31^st: Departure 14.30 - Return 18.30

Sightseeing: Cape Sounion, Temple of Poseidon

Starting point: 5, Georgiou Souri, Athens (G.O. Terminal) Starting time: You will be advised.

Itinerary

After we pick you from selected locations around Athens, we will take the coastal road out of city, enjoying magnificent views of the Saronic Gulf along the way. Our destination is Sounion, the most Southern point of the Attican peninsula. There we will find the Temple of Poseidon, dedicated to the God of the Seas. The Temple was not only a place of worship but an important strategic location that was used as an observatory to warn Athenians of incoming invaders into the Saronic bay. Alongside the Acropolis and the Temple of Aphaia in Aegina, it formed a triangle of observation that kept ancient Athenians safe and solidified the naval prowess of both Athens and Aegina. The Temple also features prominently in various stories of Greek mythology, with perhaps the most well-known being the tragic death of Aegeus, father of Theseus, who threw himself into the sea once he saw his son's ship approach with a black sail on its mast, wrongfully indicating that Theseus had been killed.

We will take a tour of the grounds around the Temple, learn about its rich history, marvel at the stunning views offered by the vantage point and even see the spot in which Lord Byron carved his name in the early 19^th century, before returning to Athens via the same route.

What's Included

• Entrance fees to the Archaeological sites
• Pick up / Drop off from the Athens hotels
• Professional guide
• Entrance fees
• Transport by luxury air-conditioned coach
• Pick up / drop off service from most of the hotels in Athens
• All taxes

 

Not included:

- Your international airfare
- Personal expenses, beverages at lunch and / or dinner
- Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts

Important notes

• This tour include a complimentary pick-up / drop-off service from your hotel or other predefined spots in Athens and surrounding areas. Maximum duration of this service to gather tour participants is approximately 1 hour. Thus, pick-up time may vary for each guest and will be provided during the booking process.
• The tour is usually bilingual, implemented in English and one additional language (French or Italian). For more information prior to booking, please contact us. Our agents will also inform you on the languages of the tour after booking.
• From April 1^st to October 31^st: Departure 15.00 - Return 19.00
• From November 1^st to March 31^st: Departure 14.30 - Return 18.30