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Athens/Acropolis & Sounion / Poseidon Temple private tour from Athens (10h)
What makes this private tour unique?
We visit Athens & Sounion as travelers, not as tourists. We get as excited as you to travel, to enjoy history, culture, scenery & photography.
If you want to see most of Athens & Cape Sounion have to offer, we suggest to combine both sites in a full day tour.
The day starts with convenient pickup from your location and then takes you to the Acropolis Hill, Zeus Temple, Olympic stadium, Parliament. Continue via Athenian riviera, a scenic coastal road to Cape Sounion. Visit Poseidon Temple with one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in the world (on a clear day you can see at least seven islands).
You also have the flexibility to explore each attraction independently or have the options of different hours departure time, as you would like to see a unique sunset.. For taverns and restaurants apart from the taste, tradition and value also played a part in our selection. See All Views Travel sell Experiences and not Brochures. See Travel info.
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Itinerary - Highlights /Photos
Kalimarmaro Stadium (fine Marble stadio) which held the first modern Olympic games in 1896. Stop for photography
- Sightseeing in Athens starts with the Acropolis hill and includes: Dionysus & Herodion theatres, the Temple of the Athena Nike, the monumental entrance (Propylaea), the Erechtheion and the famous Parthenon Temple, which was dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena. (See Entrance fees) Visit Optional.
The Academy of Athens, University of Athens, Public Library of Athens are New Classical buildings inspired from ancient Greek Architecture.
- Mount Lycabettus hill with panoramic views 360 of Athens.
Drive via the Athenian Riviera. Is a stunning, sun-drenched coastal stretch just south of Athens, featuring sandy beaches, upscale marinas, and luxury resorts, often called “the Hamptons of Greece”. It runs from Piraeus to Cape Sounion, offering a perfect blend of modern city lifestyle, ancient ruins, and serene seaside elegance.
Cape Sounion is a dramatic promontory at the southernmost tip of Attica, Greece, where ancient history meets the vast blue of the Aegean Sea. Cape Sounion is a stunning, historic promontory at the southernmost tip of the Attica peninsula, famous for the dramatic ruins of the Temple of Poseidon.
- Mythological: The Legend of Aegeus. Mythology holds that King Aegeus leapt to his death from these cliffs after mistakenly believing his son Theseus was dead, giving the Aegean Sea its name.
- Scenic: Offers breathtaking, panoramic views of the sea, especially during its renowned sunset.
- Sunset Destination: It is widely considered one of the best spots in Greece to witness the sunset, as the golden light illuminates the white marble against the horizon.
The Temple of Poseidon Perched dramatically on the cliffs of Cape Sounion, stands as a magnificent sentinel overlooking the Aegean Sea. Built during the Golden Age of Pericles (c. 444–440 BC), this Doric masterpiece Originally featuring 34 slender marble columns, 15 still remain standing today, rising 60 meters above sea level.
- Historic/ Famous Graffiti: On one of the marble columns, you can still find the signature of Lord Byron, the English Romantic poet, carved during his visit in 1810.
- Sunset Spectacle: It is widely regarded as one of the best places in Greece to watch the sunset, as the golden light illuminates the ancient white marble against the deep blue water.
Swim? Make the most of your trip by indulging in a refreshing swim in the small beach by the foot of the temple of Poseidon. Treat yourselves to some fresh fish and seafood in the local taverns. Have a glass of wine with a lovely sunset view next to your better half – in one of Attica’s best locations – having the ancient temple as a backdrop and facing the deep blue sea!
Inclusions & Exclusions
See All Views Travel offers Private and Flexible tours, just for you, your Family, Friends or your own group.
Inclusions:
- Pick up / Drop off – from/ to your Hotel or Apartment in Athens, Piraeus (7 km from city centre)
- Air-conditioned vehicles, with high level of cleanliness (Sedan/SUV/ Minivan/ Minibus)
- Private Transportation includes: (Fuels, Toll Roads, Parking Fees)
- Professional English speaking experienced Tour driver leader for the day. Your tour driver provides informative books, map, audio documentary with historical details as you travel
Exclusions:
- Entrance Fees to all sites Athens & museums. (See Entrance Fees)
- Meals or Personal expenses.
- Additional charge is applicable from *25€ per way from pickup/drop off, more than 7 km from Athens. (Please see Additional Pickup details)
- Archaeological tour guide for Acropolis hill upon prior request (Additional charge at 250€ – Depends availability)
- Gratuities
Additional pick up details & Travel Info
Additional pickup details and Travel Info
For Private Tours: Traveller pickup/drop off is offered from/to your hotel/apartment in/ from Athens centre up to 7 km, at the arranged time of your tour departure or your tour return. We recommend that the tour starts at 07:30 am or earlier in summer time. If for any reason this is not convenient, you can adjust the time according to your needs.
- Additional charge is applicable *25€ per way from longer pickup/drop off locations, more than 7 km from Athens city center.
- *Piraeus Port (distance 12km), *Piraeus Cruise Terminal (Distance 14km)
- This charge does not Include: **Airport (distance 36km) or **Lavrion Port (distance 75km) **This is under prior agreement with the agent’s office
You Have the options of 3 different Vehicles types: Price varies by Group Size or Vehicle type.
- Sedan (up to 2 adults + 2 kids – up to 10 years old free – Infant seat available).
- Minivan (from 1 to 7 persons – 2 kids/ up to 10 years old free. – Infant seats available)
- Minibus (from 1 to 14 persons – 2 kids/ up to 10 years old free – Infant seats available).
Your tour driver provides informative audio documentary & historical details as you travel.
Your tour is private & flexible and available from/ to Athens. However we only request to have in mind the agreement hours. But if you like to extend it, please make a fair arrangement with your tour driver/ leader. Additional charge per hour is 30€ (Sedan/SUV) – 45€ (Minivan) – 60€ (Minibus).
Entrance Fees, Hours & Dates
Entrance fees:
Cape Sounion/ Poseidon Temple. Full: €20, Reduced: €10 in winter time.
Open Hours
- Winter: 9:30 – Sunset (varies by sunset time). Last entry: 20 minutes before sunset time.
- Summer: 9:30 a.m. – Sunset (varies by sunset time). Last entry: 20 minutes before sunset time.
Closed on Holidays:
- January 1,
- 6 January: 08:30 – 15:30
- Shrove Monday: 08:30 – 15:30
- March 25,
- Good Friday: 12:00 – 17:00, Last admission 16:40
- Holy Saturday: 08:30 – 15:30, Last admission 15:10
- Orthodox Easter Sunday,
- May Day Celebration,
- December 25-26.
Free admission days:
- Free admission: first and third Sunday of each month from 01/November until 31/March.
- 6 March (in memory of Melina Mercouri)
- 18 April (International Monuments Day)
- 18 May (International Museums Day)
- The last weekend of September annually (European Heritage Days)
- 28 October
The following categories of visitors are entitled to free admission:
- Children and young people up to the age of 25, from EU member-states, upon presentation of their ID card or passport for verification of their age and country of origin.
- Children up to the age of 18, from non-European Union countries, upon presentation of their passport for verification of their age and country of origin.
- Escorting teachers during educational visits of schools and institutions of primary, secondary and tertiary education from EU member-states and countries of the European Economic Area
The following categories of visitors are entitled to 50% reduced admission in tickets:
- Senior citizens over 65 from Greece or other EU member-states, upon presentation of their ID card or passport for verification of their age and country of origin, during the period from 1st of October to 31st of May
- Parents accompanying primary education schools visits from EU member-states and the European Economic Area.
- Escorting teachers of educational visits of schools and institutions of primary, secondary and tertiary education from non European Union countries.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be confirmed by See All Views Travel
Regarding the Daily Tours: Cancellations up to 24 hours before your travel date are 100% refundable as described on Viator/ TripAdvisor.
Cancellation Policy:
- Licensed Tour Guides are external co-operators & they have their own cancellation policy.
- Hotels/Bookings are external co-operators & they have their own cancellation policy and after reservation (Booking), refund is not possible
- Apart from the above cancellation limits, refunds will be made:
- If though, you fail to make your appointment for reasons that are out of your hands, that would be, in connection with the operation of your airline or cruise ship or strikes, extreme weather conditions or medical reasons, you will be refunded 50% of the paid amount.
- If your request cancellation date, for multiple day tour is over (3) months away from your reservation date, it has been known for third-party providers have their own cancellation policy, plus credit card companies, PayPal, etc. to charge a levy fee usually somewhere between 2-4%. Behind this there is a demand 10% of the total offer amount for the office service, which is not refundable.
- See All Views Travel reserves the right to cancel your booking at any time, when reasons beyond our control arise, such as strikes, prevailing weather conditions, medical or pandemic reasons, etc. occur. In this unfortunate case, you shall be immediately notified via the email address you used when making your reservation and your payment will be refunded 100%.
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DepartureFrom your Hotel or Apartment in Athens (See Additional pick up details)
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Departure TimeTimes are flexible. Morning, Noon for a unique Sunset.
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Return TimeThis is a private tour up to 10h. Tour Its flexible & you can extend it (see travel info)
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