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Sounion (Poseidon Temple) at Sunset - Private Half Day Tour

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On average, this is booked 26 (0) days in advance.

4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This tour gives the opportunity to the traveler not only to admire one of the most important sights of Athens surroundings, but also to enjoy one of the most famous sunsets.
This tour has a personalize character. The car will be only for you. The driver will try to face all your needs during the tour. You may easily customize the suggested itinerary in accordance to your wish.
JG Athens Tours gives specific attention to the quality than to the quantity.
Our clients' safety is of our outmost priorities.
Due to recent pandemia of Covid 19, increased precautionary measures of personal hygiene have been taken.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • WiFi on board
  • Piraeus Port (Cruise terminal) Pick up & Drop off
  • Airport pick up & drop off (On request with additional cost)
  • Entrance fees for the archaeological sights & museums
  • Food and Drinks
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

If the pick up will be from hotel or apartment in Athens, the meeting point will be just outside the entrance gate of the hotel or of the building of the apartment. If the pick up will be from Cruise Terminal in Piraeus Port, we shall wait the passengers at the Exit Gate of the Cruise terminal holding label with their name.

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Vouliagmeni Beach

Our private tour starts with the crossing of the Athens golden coastal road, named Poseidonos Av. We shall pass via marvelous coastal places/villages such as Alimos, Glyfada & Voula. First stop is at the luxurious place of Laimos of Vouliagmeni where you shall have the opportunity to admire a marvelous beach & to take photos with the background of the Saronic Gulf.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lake Vouliagmeni

Next stop is at the unique Lake of Vouliagmeni. Due to its outstanding surroundings & its natural location the Lake of Vouliagmeni is an important Natural Monument. In accordance to scientific research the lake was formed by geological changes millions of years ago.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Temple of Poseidon

The tour continues with driving via Varkiza (passing through an old rocky tunnel), Saronida, Fokaia (traditional fishing village) until the southern end of Attika named Cape of Sounion. You will visit the ruins in the archaeological area where the Temple of Poseidon (God of the Sea) dominates. The place allows you to admire the deep blue of the Aegean sea, to enjoy one of the best romantic sunsets & to take unique photos. Our private tour concludes with the return to the starting point in Athens.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sounion (Poseidon Temple) at Sunset – Private Half Day Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-115942P28

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Bottled water
  • WiFi on board
  • Piraeus Port (Cruise terminal) Pick up & Drop off
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private Tour
  • Hotel or Apartment Pick up & Drop off
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Local taxes
  • English speaking Driver/guide (Not allowed to enter inside the archaeological areas & museum)
  • Airport pick up & drop off (On request with additional cost)
  • Entrance fees for the archaeological sights & museums
  • Food and Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Licensed Tour Guide for escorting you into the sights (on request with additional cost)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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