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Sunset Sounio By Athenian Riviera With Acropolis Visit

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Athens, Greece
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5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Visit one of the most important temple ever, the Temple of Poseidon!!! A picturesque Temple, built on the edge of an impressive hill, observing the Crystal Aegean Sea. Definitely a great experience . Walk through the Temple and enjoy one of the best rated Sunsets on Cool Shore Excursions

Head south of Athens to Cape Sounio on a private tour that takes you to the ruins of the Temple of Poseidon, dating back to the 5th century BC and known for its location perched above the sea. On the way, admire the scenery of the coastal road through Vouliagmeni and Lagonisi, winding past beaches and the sparkling water. This tour allows you to skip the hassle of finding your own way to Sounion so you can relax and enjoy a pre-planned activity.

What's Included

  • Vehicles with WiFi, A/C, Bottled Water
  • Pick-up and drop-off service: Athens Hotel, Airbnb residence or Port
  • This is a private tour, you can customize the program according to your needs
  • Entrance fees for all the attractions
  • Optional airport pick-up, available at an additional cost.
  • Kindly note that gratuities and tips are not included in the price and are left to your discretion.
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They can call us or send us an emailTraveler pick up is offered .This is a private Tour ,only your group will participate.Thyou to the pick up time is adjustable upon your request.Your Personal Driver will pick you up and return you to the same place or to the point you prefer .In case of a hotel , he will be waiting for you in the hotel Lobby.In Case of a Apartment ,he will be waiting at the entrance of the Building . For AirPort pick up , he will be waiting for you at the arrival Hall , just as you disembark , holding a sighn with your name on it to spot him upon arrival .We will monitor your flight and our driver will be there on time.For Port pick ups he will be waiting for you at the gate , just as you disembark holding a sighn with your name on it spot him upon arrival .

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Athens

Pick up from your hotel, apartment, Airbnb, Athens airport, or Piraeus port. We need about 1,5 hours to get to Sounio.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Acropolis

The Acropolis of Athens is the most important ancient monument in Greece and a symbol of classical civilization. The site has been inhabited since prehistoric times, but it reached its peak during the 5th century BC, the Golden Age of Athens under the leadership of Pericles. After the Persian destruction of Athens in 480 BC, a massive rebuilding program was launched, resulting in the construction of the monuments we see today. The most famous building on the Acropolis is the Parthenon, a temple dedicated to the goddess Athena Parthenos, protector of the city. It was designed by the architects Iktinos and Kallikrates, with sculptures supervised by Phidias. Other important monuments include the Erechtheion, famous for its Caryatids, the Temple of Athena Nike, and the monumental entrance known as the Propylaea. Today, the Acropolis is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the most visited archaeological sites in the world, representing the cultural and historical legacy of ancient Greece.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Flisvos Marina

tour of Flisvos marina
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Glyfada (pass by)

Glyfada is a suburb in South Athens located in the Athens Riviera. It is situated in the southern parts of Athens' urban area. The area stretches from the foot of the Hymettus mountain to the Saronic Gulf. It is the largest of Athens' southern suburbs.
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Voula (pass by)

Voula is a southern suburb of Athens.
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Lake Vouliagmeni

If the option "Without food" is selected, during our return to the city of Athens, we will stop at one of the most idyllic places. Vouliagmeni Lake, in the heart of the Athenian Riviera, is the hidden treasure of Attica's nature. Lake Vouliagmeni ("Sunken Lake") is a small brackish-water lake fed by underground currents seeping through the mass of Mount Hymettus located to the south of Vouliagmeni.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Anavyssos (pass by)

Anavyssos is a town and a former municipality in East Attica.
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Archaeological Site of Sounion

Cape Sounion is the promontory at the southernmost tip of the Attic peninsula, 8 kilometers (5.0 mi) south of the town of Lavrio (ancient Thoricus), and 70 kilometers (43 mi) southeast of Athens. It is part of Lavreotiki municipality, East Attica. It is 59.6 km away from Athens.Cape Sounion is noted for its Temple of Poseidon, one of the major monuments of the Golden Age of Athens. Its remains are perched on the headland, surrounded on three sides by the sea.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Temple of Poseidon

The ancient Greek temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, built during 444–440 BC, is one of the major monuments of the Golden Age of Athens. A Doric temple, overlooks the sea at the end of Cape Sounion, at a height of almost 60 meters (200 ft).
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sounio Beach

**Optional Lunch Stop in Sounio:** Enjoy a relaxing lunch at a traditional Greek taverna overlooking the Aegean Sea. Your driver can recommend a local restaurant based on your preferences. **Lunch is not included in the tour price and is paid directly by guests.**
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1 hour 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
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • 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 Sunset Sounio By Athenian Riviera With Acropolis Visit?

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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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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What's Included

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  • Vehicles with WiFi, A/C, Bottled Water
  • Pick-up and drop-off service: Athens Hotel, Airbnb residence or Port
  • This is a private tour, you can customize the program according to your needs
  • Transportation via modern, first-class private vehicle
  • Fully Private Tour
  • English-speaking tour driver well-versed in Greek history.
  • Entrance fees for all the attractions
  • Optional airport pick-up, available at an additional cost.
  • Kindly note that gratuities and tips are not included in the price and are left to your discretion.
  • Meal in Sounio Under Poseidon Temple - Lunch stops are scheduled, but meal costs are not included.
  • Licensed guide to accompany you into archaeological sites

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • 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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