Cape Sounio Sunset Private Tour

Hoogtepunten

Inbegrepen

Route

1. Let us take you to the next destination, the famous Sounion, known for its sunset, that can be seen from the temple of Poseidon. Sit comfortably back in the vehicle and allow your gaze to explore the beauty of the area with the blue background. From Glyfada, known as the Athenian Riviera, Vouliagmeni, Saronida, Lagonisi to Sounion, the beach unfolds lacy, with rocks and leeward beaches or smoother sandy areas and the sea changes colors, always bright under the sun.

   Komt langs

2. A hidden gem nestled in the heart of Greece Lake Vouliagmeni, nestled in the heart of Greece, holds a quiet charm. With roots in ancient mythology, it’s been a cherished natural site for generations. According to legend, the lake’s waters were believed to possess a gentle touch of rejuvenation. Approaching, you’ll notice the subtle rock formations framing this tranquil spot. The calm ambiance and unspoiled beauty create a serene retreat. Each swim becomes a peaceful experience, melting away the outside world. The stories of nymphs and goddesses add to the lake’s allure. Today, Lake Vouliagmeni stands as a reminder of nature’s enduring magic, where visitors can share in its timeless beauty.

   15 min

3. From far away, the temple of Poseidon stands, proud remnant of the glory of the 5th century BC. Reported since Homer’s -Odysseia- the end of Sounion peninsula became a place of worship of Poseidon and Athena with temples from the 6th century BC. During the early 5th century BC, the Athenians raised the imposing temple in honor of Poseidon, in the fortress that protected the coast of Attica; its ruins have survived until nowadays. Lower, northern of the temple of Poseidon the sanctuary of Athena was also built. The decline during the Peloponnesian war, which was intensified during the first century B.C. led to the fall of the sanctuary during the later years, when travelers, including the philhellene English poet Lord Byron visited the place, enchanted by its location, just before the start of the excavations and the discovery of its ruins. After your visit to Sounio, you will return to Athens along the same coastal road.

   2 u

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How it compares in Athene

• Its from-price is 45% below the median of the 926 dagtrips we list in Athene.
• It is shorter than most of them.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Athene

Athene zet de Akropolis boven een uitgestrekte moderne hoofdstad, waar antieke ruïnes, steegjes op de heuvel en lange tavernaavonden naast elkaar bestaan.

De Parthenon kroont de Akropolis, geflankeerd door het Erechtheion met zijn portiek van cariatiden, en het Akropolismuseum aan de voet van de heuvel toont beeldhouwwerk dat op de rots is gevonden. Daaromheen maken de Antieke Agora, de Tempel van Olympische Zeus, de Boog van Hadrianus en het marmeren Panathinaiko-stadion de klassieke stad gemakkelijk te belopen.

Top-ranked sights in Athene: Acropolis, Parthenon, Acropolis Museum.

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