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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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

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)

Important Information

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