Cape Sounio and Attica Riviera Private Tour from Athens
Our tour to Sounio starts from the pick-up point that you specify. Our "trip" to Sounio is indeed unique as you can enjoy the wonderful route along the Athenian Riviera, the picturesque coastal road which starting from Faliro traverses some of the most beautiful suburbs south of Athens, and is flanked by amazing views of the Argosaronic Gulf Arrive at Sounio you shall have the opportunity to visit the Temple of Poseidon and take unique photos. If your schedule permits, you can take in the amazing sunset, while enjoying your dinner in one of the most picturesque corners of Attica. You can then relax and enjoy the return trip to Athens, where your driver shall return you to the pickup point or any other point you wish on the return route.
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Cape Sounio and Attica Riviera Private Tour from Athens
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What's included in Cape Sounio and Attica Riviera Private Tour from Athens
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Lake Vouliagmeni
Lake Vouliagmeni, in the heart of the Athenian Riviera, is the hidden treasure of Attica nature. In an idyllic landscape, a rare geological phenomenon of global scope invites you to get to know it. The brackish waters of the lake that are constantly renewed, both from the sea and from the underground thermal springs, promise a natural and unique thermal spa experience. The imposing rock, the thermal waters, the labyrinthine underwater tunnels, the green vegetation create a unique geological phenomenon. Its current form was formed after a fall of the roof of the cave which was eroded by the high temperature of the water running inside. The Lake is included in the National Catalog NATURA 2000 but also as a Place of Special Natural Beauty by the Ministry of Culture. Where the famous lake ends, a multi-layered underwater cave begins, which has been explored to a length of 3,123 meters as its end has not been discovered.
Temple of Poseidon
Sounio is the name of the cape located at the southernmost tip at the end of the prefecture of Attica. Its beaches are rocky and steep.It rises almost vertically from the sea at a great height, forming at the foot of it to the west a small cove which is separated by another isthmus from another eastern cove. Sounio is known for its important geographical location but also because of the ruins of the ancient temple of Poseidon that are located in it. The first written reference to Sounio is made by Homer, who called it "Sounion sanctuary" (Odyssey) Specifically, it states that there Menelaus on his return journey from Troy, stopped to bury the captain of his ship Frontis. Sophocles, Euripides, Pausanias and Vitruvius also testify.In recent years, the wider area due to its environmental value, has been declared a national park. The Doric temple we see today was built of local marble of Agrileza on the ruins of the archaic temple.The gable roof was covered with flowery capes.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel/ airport/ port pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Official tour guide (optional)
- Optional stop for Greek Traditional Food or Ice Cream
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We pick you up from any point in Attica indicate to us.
