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Private Cape Sounion Tour: Explore Temple of Poseidon and Scenic Saronic Gulf
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128 Ratings
Sounio
Embark on a private tour to Cape Sounion and discover the majestic Temple of Poseidon. Enjoy breathtaking views, personalized service, and local insights along the way.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Temple of Poseidon - Take this private Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Trip from Athens and feel totally relaxed. After pickup from your hotel, settle into your air-conditioned luxury car or mini van, destined for Cape Sounion.\n\nThen, enjoy the scenic drive along the Saronic Gulf, passing beaches and seaside resorts. En route, hear from your private driver about Cape Sounion and why it provided the perfect location for the ancient Greek Temple of Poseidon, built on the promontory between 444 and 440 BC. Moreover, learn how the temple stands on the site of an older version and acted as a beacon for ancient sailors.\n\nOn arrival, admire the white columns perched above the sea. Likewise, wander around the ruins and view the signature of Lord Byron, carved here in the early 1800s.\n\nAbsorb the far-reaching views over the Aegean and take unique photos. \n\nLater on, your private driver will recommend you scenic places to go for a meal or even a delicious waffle with ice cream.
What's Included
- Private transportation by executive car or mini van
- Optional stop for meal/ice cream
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional driver with local knowledge
- Culinary welcome gift
What's Not Included
- Entrance Tickets (10 Euro p.p) & Tour Guide In Archaeological Site
- Meal/Ice-cream
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Experience one the most spectacular sights in Greece on a private journey to Cape Sounion. Enjoy your private pick up by a luxury car or mini van, sit back and soak in the picturesque Saronic Gulf as you navigate the Athens Riviera to reach the cape. Get enlightened by your driver who will provide interesting commentary and advice. Marvel at the Temple of Poseidon, situated on a cliff overlooking the sea, a holy location in the former times. Explore the Temple of Poseidon, built in honor of the mythical sea god and soak in the breathtaking views of the Aegean. Post this excursion into antiquity, your personal driver can suggest local eateries to sample the scrumptious Greek cuisine, or even scoop up a tasty waffle with ice cream.
Enjoy the mesmerizing Archeological Sites.
A completely customized tour. No fixed itinerary.
Bask in the expansive Aegean views and capture memorable photographs.
Engaging English speaking driver & local providing advice and anecdotes.
Additional stop for food or ice cream.
Location
Temple of Poseidon
Cape Sounio
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Kimberly_f
Jul 13, 2024
Excellent experience! - Our entire experience was wonderful. Our driver Theo was attentive, courteous and informative. He chatted with our 7 year old about basketball and our 11 year old about Greek Mythology. He stopped to get us freddo cappuccino and at a bakery and recommended treats at a bakery on the way home. The Temple was beautiful and not too crowded. We would recommend this tour and company without hesitation.
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Ksf529
Jul 12, 2024
Amazing experience - highly recommend!! - This was an amazing experience. Our driver Theo was prompt, courteous, informative and attentive. He chatted about basketball with our 7 year old son and Greek mythology with our 11 year old daughter. He stopped for us to try Greek cappucino and at a bakery on the way home to pick up some sweets to have later at our hotel. The Temple of Poseidon was great and not too crowded early in the day when we went. We could not recommend this excursion, or our driver Theo, more highly.
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C7942jljuliem
Jul 10, 2024
Gorgeous - It was perfectly timed, very informative and we enjoyed ourselves enormously. Sunset glorious !! Temple of Poseidon a must see.
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Nortonma
Jul 8, 2024
We highly recommend booking a tour with Crispy Local. - Our original tour destination was not Cape Sounio but Delphi but after my husband developed a medical emergency an hour into our tour, our plans changed. Our tour guide Giorgos, calmly assessed the situation and then proceeded to get us the assistance that we needed in an area where English was limited. He also waited for us while my husband received treatment and then turned the day around by suggesting a trip to Cape Sounio. The drive from Athens was easy and scenic. The lunch across from the Temple of Poseidon was picturesque and delightful. We would like to thank Giorgos for his help in turning a scary morning into a memorable afternoon. I would highly recommend Crispy Local and in particular, Giorgos, as a tour guide. You will not regret it.
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Mxanthepe
Jul 1, 2024
Great all around experience - What an amazing day with Nick, he was knowledgeable and kind. Went above and beyond for us. Temple of Poseidon was definitely worth the trip! Highly recommend
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834belenc
Jun 28, 2024
Don't miss it. - The tour met all expectations. We were picked up on time, punctually, in a high-end, very comfortable car. The driver, Nathan, very friendly, nice and good driver. We arrived perfect at sunset despite the traffic out of Athens. And back we stopped at a spectacular ice cream shop to end the day. We were dropped off at our hotel. All perfect. And the sunset and the temple of Poseidon spectacular. In the end it had a detail of traditional Greek sweets.
Highly recommended.
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Navigate02381993294
Jun 19, 2024
Highlight of Athens - Nathan a great guide. A lot of insight on what we saw. Sunset tour of Poseidon worth every penny. Restaurant a gem too. Definitely a highlight of our trip.
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Jaime_k
Jun 17, 2024
Wonderful experience - I loved the easy manner of visiting this site with a wonderful driver—Antony. This trip took five hours round trip including the optional stop for dinner. The Temple of Poseidon was spectacular. I never felt stressed or worried.
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David_s
Jun 17, 2024
Great way to spend an evening - Great trip to end the day with. Stopped at a great restaurant for a meal on the water. Then on to sunset at the monument. Perfectly timed so we had just the right amount of time to take in the sunset and see the amazing site.
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Nhdriggers
Jun 13, 2024
Temple of Poseidon half day excursion - We thoroughly enjoyed our excursion to the Temple of Poseidon. The pick up at the port was easy. Our driver was friendly and knowledgeable about the area. The drive down the coastline was amazing. We spent about an hour exploring the ruins and taking photos of the beautiful scenery. I would recommend this trip.
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