Athens & Sounion: Acropolis, City Gems & Temple of Poseidon tour
Dear travellers welcome! After many years of experience in tourism this is the best selling option so you can get a full taste of the city of Athens and the Acropolis, plus the most beautiful drive to the south of Attica Peninsula, following the coastline to Poseidon's Temple. You will be guided by an expert, fluent in English Athenian driver. He CANNOT enter the sites with you. You will be provided with quality commentary along the way. Learn the history of ancient and modern Athens and the fascinating mythology behind it. Start with going back 2500 years in history by visiting the Acropolis. Explore the different neighborhoods of Athens and all the points of interest. Your driver can give you many useful tips. Eat the best fresh local Greek food after discussing your choices with your driver. This tour is PRIVATE so there is flexibility if you desire to remove or add something as long as it doesn't exceed the duration of the tour. We will make sure you have the most amazing day!
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Acropolis & Athens Sightseeing & Temple of Poseidon Private Tour
Pickup included
What's included in Athens & Sounion: Acropolis, City Gems & Temple of Poseidon tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Acropolis
First stop the Acropolis hill. A bucket list visit for milions around the globe. Witness from up and close the most perfectly designed building in history and the most copied one. The Parthenon, or in Greek Parthenonas meaning the temple of the virgin goddess Athena, the daughter of Zeus the god of the Gods. This is the cradle of the Western civilization, where the foundation were put and where democracy was born. Learn the fascinating history behind the Acropolis and the ancient myths related to it. Admire also the temple of Athena Nike, the Propylea, and last but not least the Erechtheon with its beatiful 6 maidens statues. On the slopes of the Acropolis there is probably the oldest theater in the world from 600 BCE and also a Roman odeon used to this day.
Monastiraki
Pass by the very busy square of Monastiraki with the flea market, the antique market, shops, restaurants and also some archaeological sites. Your driver will help you navigate and provide tips for each area.
Central Market
Pass by the central meat and fish market of Athens. Smell all the herbs and spices sold in the cute small shops in the front of the market. If you desire and it's possible for the driver to safely park the car so you can hop off and get a look inside this loud and busy market. Get the feeling of every day Athenian life.
Inclusions
- Comfortable transportion. A/C, Bottled Water
- Pick up from your Athens Hotel, Airbnb or Cruise ship.
- Expert Athenian driver fluent in English, quality commentary. CANNOT enter the sites with you.
- Tickets to the sites. Acropolis 30 euros pp Poseidon's Temple 20 euros pp
- Gratuities (At your discretion)
- Licensed Tour guide upon request, depending on availability. Extra Cost ~300 euros paid to the guide
- Lunch
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travel time is already included to the total duration.
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Additional Information
Pick up and drop off included from your accomodation or cruise ship. Airport pick up or drop off and areas outside Athens will have an additional cost.
