Overview
Services
Private
Safe2Stay
Categories
Art & culture
Daytime
Afternoon
Morning
Full description
Cape Sounion is one of the most famous archaeological sites close to Athens, so don't miss the opportunity to visit it during your stay in Athens, especially to enjoy its breathtaking sunset... maybe the second best after Santorini.
During the wonderful drive with our luxury air-conditioned bus along the Athens Riviera, till you reach the famous Temple of Poseidon, you’ll enjoy splendid views of the Saronic Gulf while passing through some of Athens’ most beautiful suburbs, including Hellinikon Olympic complex, Vouliagmeni, and Varkiza. Upon your arrival to Cape Sounio, 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. Cape Sounion has long played an important part in Greek mythology and history, and the first recorded mention of it occurs in the Odyssey, as the last safe landing before Poseidon scattered the returning Greek navy.
Poseidon was hugely important to the Greeks as the god of the sea, and the scale of the Temple at Cape Sounion reflects that. After visiting the famous Temple, you will have the chance to admire one of the most amazing sunsets you could ever imagine, capture the perfect picture and enjoy a glass of wine, before returning back to your hotel.
During the wonderful drive with our luxury air-conditioned bus along the Athens Riviera, till you reach the famous Temple of Poseidon, you’ll enjoy splendid views of the Saronic Gulf while passing through some of Athens’ most beautiful suburbs, including Hellinikon Olympic complex, Vouliagmeni, and Varkiza. Upon your arrival to Cape Sounio, 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. Cape Sounion has long played an important part in Greek mythology and history, and the first recorded mention of it occurs in the Odyssey, as the last safe landing before Poseidon scattered the returning Greek navy.
Poseidon was hugely important to the Greeks as the god of the sea, and the scale of the Temple at Cape Sounion reflects that. After visiting the famous Temple, you will have the chance to admire one of the most amazing sunsets you could ever imagine, capture the perfect picture and enjoy a glass of wine, before returning back to your hotel.
Includes
- Tickets
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off for selected hotels
- Guide
Not included
- Drinks
- Meal
Location
Starting point
Sunset in Sounion - Private Tour
Greece
Pick-up available from hotels in Downtown only.
Please call 48 hours in advance to confirm the pick-up time and location.
Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
End point
Same as Starting Point
Important information
- Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process.
Redeem information
- E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
