From Athens: Transport and Optional Guided Tour of Sounion

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From Athens: Transport and Optional Guided Tour of Sounion
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Visit Sounion on a morning or afternoon tour from Athens and discover its ancient Temple of Poseidon. Enjoy private transport and choose from options with a tour host or licensed guide.

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Duration 5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Meet your driver outside your accommodation in Athens.
Wheelchair accessible
Private group

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Itinerary

  • Pickup location:

    Athens

  • Saronic GulfBus/coach

    (1.5 hours)

  • Saronic Gulf

    Scenic drive, Scenic views on the way (1.5 hours)

  • Temple of Poseidon

    Guided tour, Sightseeing (2 hours)

    Extra fee

    Sounion

    Dinner, Sunset (1 hour)

    Optional, Extra fee

  • Bus/coach

    (1 hour)

  • Arrive back at:

    Athens

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Visit the Temple of Poseidon on a short trip from Athens and enjoy the sunset
  • Discover an ancient temple built during the Athenian Golden Age
  • Feel the mythological atmosphere as you admire the ruins
  • Upgrade your tour to include a host or licensed guide
  • Relax with private transport from your hotel in Athens

Full description

Drive along the Athenian coastline to Sounion to see the Temple of Poseidon on a day trip from Athens. Enjoy private transport and add to your experience by selecting escorted or guided tour options.


Start your tour with a short drive along the the Saronic Gulf. Reach Sounion and visit the 5th-century BC temple dedicated to the sea god, Poseidon. This ancient temple still has an aura and sunset that has captivated visitors over the years.


Built at the same time as the Parthenon, during Athens’ Golden Age, it was used both to worship Poseidon and to let sailors know that they were almost home. Discover the ruins of this ancient temple and relax with transfer back to your hotel.


Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (any hotel in Athens)
  • Driver (If you want a licensed guide or an escort please choose the appropriate option)
  • Transportation by luxury car/limousine/minivan/minibus with Wi-Fi (vechicle type depends on the number of people)
  • Food and drinks
  • Entry fees

Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Comfortable clothes

Know before you go

  • The driver is not a licensed guide for archaeological areas and can't enter them with you; if you need a licensed guide, make sure you book the corresponding option
  • Pick-up and drop off point is the same

From $502 per group up to 2

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GetYourGuide traveler – AustraliaJuly 7, 2024 – Verified booking
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Jane – United StatesJune 27, 2023 – Verified booking
George is a wonderful host! He is a wealth of knowledge and our experience was first class. Our guide at Poseidon’s Temple, Maria, was a breath of fresh air! We highly recommend this experience when visiting Athens!

Product ID: 431535

Activity provider:
Minibus Athens Tours

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