Why choose this Athens tour ?
Experience the best of Athens on this full-day tour, combining history, culture, and breathtaking coastal views. Begin with a guided exploration of the iconic Acropolis and its world-renowned Museum, where you’ll delve into the city’s ancient heritage. Continue with a scenic drive to Cape Sounion to visit the majestic Temple of Poseidon, perched on a cliff overlooking the Aegean Sea. Along the way, enjoy stunning vistas and learn about Greece’s fascinating history from your expert guide. A delicious lunch is included, making this an unforgettable journey through Athens and its surroundings.
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What makes Athens Full Day Tour, Acropolis, Museum & Cape Sounion with Lunch a unique experience ?
The Athens full-day tour depart for a photo stop at Panathinaiko Stadium where the first Olympic Games took place in 1896.
Proceed, passing by Zappeion and Temple of Olympian Zeus. You will then drive past the Athens Trilogy which includes the University of Athens, the Academy of Athens, and the National Library. Continue passing by National Garden, Hadrian’s Arc, St. Paul’s Church, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown soldier, Schliemann’s House (Numismatic Museum), Catholic Cathedral, Old Parliament, Constitution Square ,Russian Orthodox Church, and finally Acropolis (including also Parthenon, Erechtheion, Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, Areopagus). Stroll up to the UNESCO-listed site that served as the ancient citadel, and tour the buildings as you hear how they reflected Athens’ prosperity in the 5th century BC.
Continue the expert guided Athens sightseeing and Acropolis museum one day tour with a pleasant short walk passing by Herodion and Dionysos Theater, in order to visit the Acropolis Museum. Avoid and skip the lines of the new museum. Main attractions such as votives, statues from archaic period, Caryatids, and of course the Parthenon hall with the metopes, the pediments and the frieze will impress you.
After a morning tour full of images continue in a local restaurant under the slopes of Acropolis for lunch. After lunch depart for a wonderful drive along the scenic coastal road which affords a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf, passing through some of Athens most beautiful suburbs (Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, Varkiza) to Cape Sounion. Cape Sounion is only 45 miles (70 kilometers) from Athens, making it the perfect lazy afternoon tour destination. Your expert archaeologist escort will dive you into the history, the myths and the legends of the temple which was built here in 44 B.C. on a hilltop overlooking the sea. It was dedicated to Poseidon, god of the seas.
Entering the archaeological site, you will have one-hour free time to enjoy the remaining of the temple and the breathtaking views over the Aegean sea.
The tour will conclude with a drive back to Athens, completing a full day of history and beauty.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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- Athens Full Day Tour, Acropolis, Museum & Cape Sounion with Lunch
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Athens Full Day Tour, Acropolis, Museum & Cape Sounion with Lunch Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Entrance Fees
- Whispers audio set
- Tour guide for Acropolis and Acropolis museum
- Transport by luxury air conditioned bus (zero carbon footprint)
- Hotel pick up/drop off service (selected hotels)
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- Drinks
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Keytours – Greece.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Athens.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4 Stars based on 160 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
