Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon half-day afternoon tour from Athens
Excursions & day trips

Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon half-day afternoon tour from Athens

4.3/5
Excellent
Based on 15 reviews
Free cancellation
Language: English
Availability: Daily
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: up to 4 hours
Do this because
  • Enjoy beautiful views of Saronic Gulf and its islands
  • Pass by some of the most expensive and highly rated areas of Athens
  • See the Hellinikon Olympic complex
  • Discover the Temple of Poseidon
What to expect

If you're looking to explore Attika beyond Athens, you'll appreciate this great half-day tour, complete with stunning views and world-class Greek ruins.

Your tour will kick off with a wonderful drive along the scenic coastal road which affords a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf. On your way to the famous Cape Sounion, you will pass through some of Athens most beautiful suburbs (Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, Varkiza).

The Cape's Temple of Poseidon is perched on a rocky hilltop overlooking the sea. Take in the magnificent view across the Aegean. Сonsidered one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in the world, it stretches all the way to Kea and the Peloponnese.

The Temple of Poseidon was built in 44 B.C., and many of its original Doric columns are still standing. One of the columns has a graffito left by none other than Lord Byron in the early 1800s. There is a lot more to say about this picturesque site, but it's better to see once there than hear it a hundred times.

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What's included
  • check Entrance fees of the Temple of Poseidon
  • check Transport by luxury bus
  • check Pick up service
  • check Professional and licensed guide
  • check All taxes
What's not included
  • x_not_included Gratuities (optional)
  • x_not_included Personal expenses
Where

EO91, Lavreotiki 195 00, Greece

Meeting point:
The lobby of your hotel in Athens or tour operator's office.
What to remember

Know in advance:

  • In order to communicate your hotel location and schedule the pickup time, please contact the local tour operator with the contact details on your voucher
  • Please print out your voucher and bring it with you
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Provider
Key Tours S.A
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.3/5

Based on 15 reviews from verified customers

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Review categories

Value for money

5/5

Safety

5/5

Staff

5/5

Service

5/5

  • Svetlana

    From Germany - March 2024

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Anonymous

    From Italy - March 2023

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Buona l’organizzazione, ho contattato la key tour via mail e mi ha fornito il luogo, vicino al mio Hotel dove trovarci per poi partire con il pullman. ...

  • Anonymous

    From Italy - October 2022

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Guida molto preparata e attenta alle aspettative dei partecipanti. Capo Sunio molto bello anche se molto affollato!

  • Anonymous

    - April 2018

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Llevaba años queriendo ir, ha sido un sueño hecho realidad

  • Anonymous

    - April 2018

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    offert en cadeau à Noel - mes parents étaient ravis :)

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - March 2018

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

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