Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens

Itinerary
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Pass By: Athens, Athens, Attica

This half day small-group tour begins by picking you up from your hotel or apartment. If your hotel/apartment is not accessable ( e.g pedestrian area), we will apoint a nearby location for picking you up.

Pass By: Glyfada Beach, 18 Diadochou Pavlou Paralia Glyfadas tram station, Glyfada 166 75 Greece

You will drive along coastal roads passing through some of Athens most beautiful suburbs (Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, Varkiza) and watching some amazing views of the Saronic Gulf as well as modern south suburbs of Athens .

Stop At: Lake Vouliagmeni, Ethniki Odos Athinon Souniou, Vouliagmeni 166 71 Greece

A short stop for amazing photos at one of Athens most photographed location. Vouliagmeni lake is the result of a volcanic eraption which lies bellow sea level. A lake by the sea , certainly one of a kind!

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Sounio Beach, 68 Klm Athens-Sounio Ave. under the ancient Temple of Poseidon, Sounio 19500 Greece

After a 50 minute drive along the coastal road and driving through idyllic beaches and small villages, you will have your first stop at a nearby beach. Relax by the deep blue waters of the Aegean sea and enjoy refreshments, a beer or a light meal. Swimming is available at the beach as well ( Available June -September), just remember to bring your swimsuits.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Temple of Poseidon, Cape Sounio, Sounio 195 00 Greece

Last stop will be at the location of a temple dedicated to the god of the sea, Poseidon. The host driver guide will provide you background information about the 5th century B.C. temle. Free time to watch the famous sunset if you choose to go for the sunset tour.

Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Athens, Athens, Attica

Just after sunset we will drive back to Athens. The tour finishes by dropping you off at your hotel or apartment.