Why choose this Athens tour ?
Discover the world’s oldest theater at Thorikos.
Visit the Temple of Poseidon one of the most important temples in Greece
See the impressive panoramic view from the southeastern peak of Sounion.
Experience the breathtaking sunset over the Aegean Sea.
Make the most of your Athens adventure
What makes Athens: Sunset Tour to Cape Sounio and Temple of Poseidon a unique experience ?
Experience a journey back in time with our guided tour from Athens to Cape Sounion. Depart from Halandri Metro station and relax in a comfortable bus while learning about the mythology and history of the area. Discover the ancient theater of Thorikos, the oldest preserved theater in the world, and admire the historic ancient silver mines of the region.
Depart Athens with a friendly escort (archaeologist) by bus from the Halandri Metro station and reach Cape Sounio when the sun is about to set. The best moment to enjoy the picturesque area of Sounio is during sunset.
Walk around the magnificent Temple of Poseidon, one of the most important temples in central Greece and second most important after the Temple of Acropolis.
Discover the signature on the marbles of various famous authors who passed by the Cape of Sounio as the romance author Lord Byron (1810A.C) who couldn’t resist and left his marking on it. Let the romance aspect of Sounio travel you while you watch the idyllic sunset fading into the clear blue Aegean Sea.
Immerse yourself in this de-light-ful evening experience watching some of the richest and most beautiful districts such as Varkiza, Glyfada and Palaio Faliro.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Free of charge entrance to the archaeological site is valid for youths of up to 18 years old and students inside the European Union
- Reduced entrance (-50%) is valid for European Union citizens aged over 65 and students of Higher Education Institutes outside the European Union
- In winter season (01/11-31/03) the general entrance fee to the archaeological site is 5€ in Sounio.
- You should be at the departure point 10΄ before the time indicated in the schedule
- Our trip attendant-archaeologist shall have a sign of Ammon Express so that he/she will be recognisable easily once you validate your ticket before the exit of the metro station
- Take a jacket during spring and autumn season
- The audio guide app will be activated on the day of the tour with the help of our trip attendant.
- To listen to the audio guide app please bring your headphones with you.
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
Athens: Sunset Tour to Cape Sounio and Temple of Poseidon Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Free WiFi on the bus
- English-speaking escort escort (archaeologist)
- Transfer in new, luxury air-conditioned buses
- Audio Guide app in English
- Basic travel insurance
- Round-trip transportation from Athens
Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Guided tour inside the sites
- Entrance fee to the archaeological site of Sounio (10€ during summer season-5€ during winter season)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Ammon Express.
- 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 4.5 Stars based on 340 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
