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Athens: Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Tour
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Athens: Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Day Trip

By Ammon Express
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Free cancellation available
Price is $21 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h 30m
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Overview
  • Embark on a day trip and discover Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon
  • Explore the ruins of the Theater of Thorikos, the world's oldest theater
  • Discover the site of the Temple of Poseidon with 2 hours of free time
  • Enjoy the stunning panoramic views from the southeastern peak of Cape Sounion
  • Experience the breathtaking sunset over the Aegean Sea from the cape

Activity location

    • Athens
    • Athens, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Meet outside the Halandri Metro Station (Blue Line), which is a 20-minute ride from Athens Syntagma. Once you are at Halandri Metro Station, follow the exit “To Vrilissia” and meet your guide outside the station.
    • Chalandri, Greece

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Athens: Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Guided Tour
  • Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes5h 30m5h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 4:30pm
Price details
$31.70 x 1 Adult$31.70
Total
Price is $31.70

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedRound-trip transportation
  • What's includedWhat's includedArchaeologist guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedWiFi on the bus
  • What's includedWhat's includedBasic travel insurance
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEntrance fee to the archaeological site of Sounion (€10 in summer; €5 in winter)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGuided tour of archaeological sites
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks

What you can expect

Experience a journey back in time with a day trip from Athens to Cape Sounion. Discover the Temple of Poseidon on Cape Sounion, admire the fantastic scenery of the area, and witness a wonderful sunset over the Aegean Sea.

Depart from a meeting point in the center of Athens and travel by comfortable bus to Cape Sounion. Learn about the mythology and history of the area during the journey.

Stop at the ancient Theatre of Thorikos, the oldest preserved theater in the world. Take some time to admire the surrounding views of the area, including the historic ancient silver mines of the region.

Arrive at Cape Sounion, where you will have approximately 2 hours of free time to explore the breathtaking Temple of Poseidon. Take a leisurely stroll around the temple and enjoy the stunning views of the Aegean Sea as the sun sets, casting a golden glow over the crystal-clear waters.

Capture the picturesque area of Sounion during this magical time, and witness the beauty of the temple as it is bathed in golden light. Finally, relax on the return journey to Athens, with drop-off at Syntagma Square.

Location

Activity location

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    • Athens
    • Athens, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Meet outside the Halandri Metro Station (Blue Line), which is a 20-minute ride from Athens Syntagma. Once you are at Halandri Metro Station, follow the exit “To Vrilissia” and meet your guide outside the station.
    • Chalandri, Greece