Athenian Riviera Private Tour: Unexpected Discoveries in Cape Sounion
Sounio

With a quarter-century of experience, the blend of breathtaking natural vistas and the captivating history and diverse culture of Cape Sounion, this day excursion from Athens becomes an unbeatable choice. You will explore the intriguing historical, cultural, and geographical aspects of the areas.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Temple of Poseidon - Depart from Athens and visit Cape Sounion which is an enchanting place to visit, located only about an hour and a half outside the city, offering to the visitors and travellers some of the most stunning views of the Attic landscape: The most expressive example of coexistence between beauty of Nature and the beauty of Art and Architecture.

Surmounted on a gorge almost 72 meters above the sea level stands the magnificent temple of Poseidon chanted through the centuries by numerous scholars and authors. The place that Aegeas , the legendary king of Athens leapt from into the water and gave his name to the Aegean Sea.

  • Lake Vouliagmeni - Immediately to the south of town and very close to the sea, a rare geological formation is to be found that gave the suburb its modern name: Lake Vouliagmeni (“Sunken Lake”), a small brackish-water lake fed by underground currents seeping through the mass of Mount Hymettus. Because of its constant and comfortable water temperature
  • Sounio Beach - Sounion beach is found at the most beautiful part of Europe, at the cape of Sounio, under the Temple of Poseidon and is a beautiful sandy beach.
What's Included
  • English-speaking driver (site/museum entry not included)
  • Onboard WiFi and mineral cold water
  • Fuel and toll expenses included
  • Accommodates up to 8 people (contact to book)
  • Travel in a Mercedes air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
  • Licensed Tour Guide (Bookable upon request by contacting us on the phone number provided by Viator)
  • Gratuity(optional), Lunch, Entrance Fees
Additional Information
  • Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking
  • Transport is wheelchair accessible however be prepared for uneven surfaces at the sites visited which may be difficult for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
Location
Temple of Poseidon
Cape Sounio
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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