Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion Sunset Tour with Audio Guide

Enjoy the amazing sunset of the Cape Sounion, explore the ancient temple of the god Poseidon and drive through the magnificent Athenian Riviera with an modern air conditioned bus.

1. 1

   Glyfada

   Pass by

   We start our tour from the center of athens and start driving through the sandy beaches and seaside villages of the idyllic Athenian Riviera. We need 1 hour and 15 to reach Cape Sounion

2. 2

   Vouliagmeni

   Pass by

   We continuing passing and exploring the southern part of Attica we the magnificent coastline. Meanwhile you can explore the history behind each place with our audio commentary.

3. 3

   Lake Vouliagmeni

   Pass by

   Stop for photos

4. 4

   Sounio

   Pass by

   We Easily reach the otherwise hard-to-get-to Sounion. You’ll be dazzled by the famous landscape that surrounds the promontory of the Sounion. In the times of the ancient Greeks, this site was revered as sacred ground dedicated to the gods Poseidon and Athena.

5. 5

   Temple of Poseidon

   1.5 hours

   Marvel at the Temple of Poseidon perched upon the cliff’s edge 70 meters above the sea. Walk the blessed earth of the Sounion, one of the places sung about it in Homer’s Odyssey. Stand upon the same cliff where it is said King Aegeus threw himself off. The tale is told in Greek mythology that Aegeus told his son Theseus that if he defeated the Minotaur, he should return to Athens with ships bearing white sails. Theseus forgot this request, and when Aegeus saw Theseus’ black sails, he threw himself from the Sounion in despair. Watch the famous sunset over this legendary horizon.

6. 6

   Legrena

   Pass by

   We start to head back to Athens again. We need 1 hour and 15 min to reach the center.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.