A half day afternoon trip from Athens full of images. Begin your Sounio tour with a wonderful drive along the scenic coastal road which affords a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf, passing through some of Athens most beautiful suburbs (Glyfada,Vouliagmeni, Varkiza). As you approach Cape Sounion, it rises like a sheer cliff out of the sea. At Cape Sounio where you will visit the 5th century B.C. Temple of Poseidon with one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in the world (on a clear day you can see at least seven islands).The precipice is a sheer 197 foot drop to the sea.
Land masses to the west stand out in sharp profile: the island of Aegina backed by the mountains of the Peloponnese. The beauty of the surviving Doric columns has inspired many poets, including Lord Byron who carved his name on one of the columns.
Notes:Price per person joining a cosmopolite English speaking group with already a reduction for bigger families or parties.
1-3 years FREE, 4-12 years child 30% reduction.
The Participants must be able to walk long distances over uneven and cobblestone surface under the sun. Therefore bringing Comfortable footwear and clothes, hat, sun cream and sun glasses are recommended.
Winters in some regions of Greece can be quite cold. Hence appropriate clothes are recommended.
Cancellation Policy :
Cancellation less than 5 days prior to the tour and no-show : no refund !
AFTERNOON : CAPE SOUNIO (Seat on Coach)
In English - Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays (May through October) 15:00-18:00