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Athens: Cape Sounion and Poseidon Temple Sunset with Audio Guide
About This Tour
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.
See the impressive panoramic view from the southeastern peak of Sounion.
Experience the breathtaking sunset over the Aegean Sea.
What's Included
✓ Included
- Basic travel insurance for a stress-free trip
- Exclusive audio guide app for an enriched experience
- Free WiFi on board to stay connected and share your journey
- Expert archaeologist guide sharing captivating insights
- Comfortable transportation in a modern, air-conditioned bus
✗ Not Included
- Guided tour inside the archaeological site
- Food and drinks – enjoy the freedom to choose!
- Tips – at your discretion, always appreciated!
Itinerary
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Depart Athens with a friendly escort (archaeologist) by bus 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.
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.
Good to Know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- Free admission is granted to: Citizens of the European Union up to 25 years old (with valid ID or passport) Non-EU citizens up to 18 years old
- Reduced admission is granted to: EU citizens aged 65 and over, only for visits between October 1st and May 31st
- Important Note: During the months of June, July, August, September, and October, only the full ticket price applies – no reduced tickets are available for seniors 65+.