Athens: Cape Sounion Sunset Tour

Enjoy a relaxing drive along the Athens Riviera, passing through some of Athens’ most beautiful suburbs, including Hellinikon Olympic complex, Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, and Varkiza. Arrive at the Cape Sounion and visit the 5th century B.C. Temple of Poseidon with its magnificent panoramic view of the Aegean Sea.

Arrive at the Cape Sounion and visit the 5th century B.C. Temple of Poseidon with its magnificent panoramic view of the Aegean Sea. On a clear day, you can see at least seven islands. Cape Sounion has long played an important part in Greek mythology and history, and the first recorded mention of it occurs in the Odyssey, as the last safe landing before Poseidon scattered the returning Greek navy.

As the god of the sea, Poseidon was very important for ancient Greeks, and the scale of the Temple at Cape Sounion reflects that. After visiting the Temple, filled with the beauty, the history and the culture of this site, wait to admire one of the most amazing sunsets you could ever imagine.

When the sun begins to slowly touch the sea, capture the perfect photo capturing moment, before returning to your hotel.