Cape Sounion with Guided Tour in the Temple of Poseidon

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Highlights

Visit the Temple of Poseidon
Drive along coastal roads past scenic beaches
Get stunning views of the Saronic Gulf

Description

Afternoon Tour Driving along the coastal road past the wonderful beaches of Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, Varkiza and countless coves, you have a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf. A crowning feature of the tour Cape Sounion is, the Temple of Poseidon, god of the sea. Standing atop sheer cliffs overlooking the Aegean Sea, the marble temple has served as a landmark for sailors from ancient times until today. The 'Sanctuary of Sounion' is first mentioned in the Odyssey, as the place where Menelaus stopped during his return from Troy to bury his helmsman, Phrontes Onetorides. Construction on the grand Temple of Poseidon began around 500 BC but was never completed; the temple and all the votive offerings were destroyed by the Persians in 480 BC. The Temple of Poseidon that now stands at Sounio was built in 444 BC atop the older temple ruins. After the guided tour of the Temple we return to Athens approximately at 7pm.

Includes

Professional Guide
Transportation with deluxe buses
Entrance fees
Free Wifi connection on the tour coach
Free map of Athens and Greece
Lunch

Important Information

Closed on : Dec 25, Jan 01, Mar 14, Mar 25, Apr 30, May 01 and May 02

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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