Why choose this Athens tour ?
Give us the chance to guide you over the coastal side of Athens.
Cape Sounion remains a popular day-excursion for tourists from Athens, with the sunset over the Aegean Sea, as viewed from the ruins, a sought-after sight since the first development of modern tourism in the early 19th century.
After visiting the Temple, you will have the experience to join an authentic greek tavern. Fish tavern by the sea or meat food tavern in a traditional small village according to your desires.
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What makes Private Tour – Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon a unique experience ?
Lake Vouliagmeni, in the heart of the Athenian Riviera, is the hidden treasure of Attica’s nature. Situated on an idyllic landscape, this rare geological phenomenon is waiting to be discovered. The lake’s brackish waters which are continuously replenished both by the sea and the underground thermal springs offer a natural and unique thermal spa experience.
Majestic Cape Sounion, a strategic point rising above the Aegean sea about 70 kilometers away from Athens in the southern region of Attica, was known by Ancient Greeks as the “Sacred Cape.” On top of this 60 meter cliff stands one of the most important sanctuaries in the region: the temple dedicated to Poseidon, God of the Sea.
Built between 444 and 440 BC, the temple was constructed of marble from the valley of Agrilesa, about four kilometers north of the Sounio Cape. The architect is thought to be Ictinus (or Iktinos), who built the Temple of Hephaestus in the Ancient agora in Athens. He built the 16 columns at the Temple of Poseidon in a way that ensured they would stand the test of time and resist the harshness of the environment, and made the Doric columns more slender at the top so they would look taller.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Private Tour – Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon
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Pickup included
- Personal English-Speaking professional Driver
- Entrance fees (10€ Sounio archaeological site/Free of charge for Vouliagmeni’s Lake)
- Beverages and meals
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Athens Taxi Now.
- 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 5 Stars based on 2 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 7 Travelers is accepted for booking.