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Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens

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icon4 to 5 hours  (approx.)
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iconOffered in: English
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Visit one of Greece’s most picturesque coastal viewpoints on a half-day small-group tour from Athens to Cape Sounion. Travel by minivan along south Attica’s scenic shoreline roads to reach the ancient Temple of Poseidon, built atop a towering sea cliff with fantastic views of the Aegean. Explore the ruins of this temple dedicated to the Greek god of the sea, and opt for an afternoon tour to catch a famously beautiful sunset.
  • Explore the ancient Temple of Poseidon on a tour from Athens
  • Round-trip transfers from your Athens hotel included
  • Admire the views of the Aegean Sea and learn about ancient Greece
  • A small group ensures a personalized experience
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Pick up and drop off is included from all centrally located Athens hotels and apartments. Just inform us during the booking of the hotel you are staying at, or apartment address. If the hotel /apartment is not accessible (e.g narrowness, pedestrian area) we will apoint a nearby meeting point for picking you up.You will receive an email from us us with the exact pick up time 48 hours prior departure.Please notice that pick up commerce 40 -50 minutes prior departure
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Don't forget to bring your swimsuit and towel if you like to swim
  • Starting time may vary based on the sunset time of each month
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Post Covid 19 Policy: Vehicles will be sanitized before every pick up. Hand sanitizing done before departure and after every major stop.Maximum 6 clients in a 12 seater minibus to secure social distance between tourists ( for shared small group tours only). All our vehicles will operated with 50% capacity ( for shared small group tours only). Face masks available for clients. Guides will wear facemasks and use microphone when guiding. Fresh trash bag will be place in every vehicle and waste will be destroyed at the end of the tours.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
  • OPERATED BY GETAWAYS GREECE
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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How can I let you know where to pick me up?
A:We offer pick ups from most hotels. Let us know where you are staying in the 'Special Requirements' box in the Traveler Details section during checkout. Or you can let us know after booking by visiting 'Manage my Booking' and emailing us there.
Jul 2019
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What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens?
A:The policy on face masks and attendee health is:

  • Face masks provided for travelers
See all safety measures taken by Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens.
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What is the policy on sanitization during Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens?
A:The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
See all safety measures taken by Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens.
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What is the social distancing policy during Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens?
A:The policy on social distancing is:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
See all safety measures taken by Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens.
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
See all safety measures taken by Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens.

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  • "The countryside is beautiful and when you have a good group on the bus, it can be real fun." See review
  • "If you’re a small group we would recommend hiring a car instead and saving yourself some money." See review
  • "There is a 30 min stop at the beach where you can cool off before going to the temple." See review

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star-5
Decent short trip.
Bradlee_K
, Aug 2022
Had a wonderful time with a short trip to Poseidon Temple. Guide was well informed and kept us entertained. Would have liked a little more information about the stops before temple, ability to swim at the hot spring, cost of beach, were to get drinks vs were to eat.
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Cape sounion
Mimi_G
, Aug 2022
Sunset was beautiful and the trip to the beach was nice. We thought it was one of the best tours because of Teddy the tour guide. He was very funny and made our trip fun. The driver Alexandros was great too! Highly recommend going with Teddy!
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star-5
Good sunset trip and great tour guide
JOSEIGNACIO_C
, Aug 2022
Theodoro is the best tour guide you can ask for. We went to Poseidon's temple and Theodoro made sure to tell us all about greek mythology in an informative and fun way. Overall a great experience.
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star-5
Fun and scenic trip
Emmy_T
, Aug 2022
Garyfallo was an amazing tour guide. She was very knowledgeable and great with the kids that came on the tour. I think everyone had a better experience just because she was there. The temple was beautiful in the sunset and I'm glad I took this tour!
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Learning and fun
Carol_D
, Aug 2022
Our guide Theodore was very knowledgeable about Greek history, myths and archeology. We had a great time, lots of fun and learned a lot. Highly recommended.
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star-5
Great Experience
Latoya_P
, Aug 2022
We had an awesome time. Our tour guide Teddy kept us entertained and really kept us engaged. I highly recommend if you book this excursion to ask for teddy. We provided recommendations on what to eat at the restaurant while on the beach which were Saganaki. Delicious.
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star-5
Excellent half-day trip with swimming option
Kristiina_M
, Aug 2022
Me and my teenage son loved this half day tour! Theodor was great, pleasant and knows just about everything regarding Greek history. We took a long swim at the beach, admired views while drinving along the coastline. The views from the Temple of Poseidon were amazing, as was the sunset!
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star-5
Excellent
Fathima_G
, Aug 2022
Theodore was a fountain of knowledge . He made the trip very interactive and enjoyable. Perhaps the start time could be later though.
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star-5
Awesome!!!
Kajal_V
, Aug 2022
This was such an awesome experience. The guide was incredibly knowledgeable and found a way to bring mythology alive during the entire tour!
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Temple of Poseidon
robert_j
, Aug 2022
The tour was very good Theodore the guide was extremely knowledgeable and can tell you everything about Greek history. The swim in the Aegean Sea was excellent very nice calm and clear waters. I would highly recommend this tour
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star-5
Amazing site and a...
Shreya_V
, Jul 2022
Amazing site and a wonderfully guided experience! Our guide was so well informed and engaging, giving a lot of great historical tidbits and facts about modern Greece which all make you appreciate the experience all the more. The temple and views at Sounio are incredible and this tour was a fantastic way to see it, especially as you also get a nice little beach stop on the way!
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star-5
A trip to the past with all its richness
Endvar_R
, Jul 2022
Our guide brought knowledge, humor and inclusiveness to the tour. Thank you, Theodor, for making a great tour really unforgettable.
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star-4
We recommend this trip
Shandra_J
, Jul 2022
We had a wonderful time, our guide was very experienced and interacted with the group constantly. Beside learning about the ancient Greek history, she shared some Greek traditions with us. We definately recommend this trip!
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star-5
Best tour!
Jacqueline_L
, Jul 2022
Our guide Gari was absolutely wonderful. She was extremely knowledgeable about all the places we were going on our tour in addition to all mythology, Greek history, culture, and the present day. The places we visited -Poseidon temple and Cape of Sounion were also stunning! Perfect amount of time to swim and eat on the way. Great driver too. I highly recommend.
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star-5
One of the best sunsets
Sheila_S
, Jul 2022
Garri, was an amazing host. Very knowledgeable about her Greek culture and history. Learned a lot about the Greek mythology. She was kind and funny and the trip is worth every penny.
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star-5
Great Guide made it a great trip
Vinod_K
, Jul 2022
The trip was really a small group but was 13 people and not 11 as advertised…. Nevertheless the guide was very engaging and she kept our two kids in mind as they were the only non adults The trip was fantastic
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star-5
Beautiful sunset, great experience
Gabriel_S
, Jul 2022
The temple and sunset are absolutely gorgeous, a highlight of our trip to Greece. Our guide told interesting stories and was generally engaging and knowledgeable. An FYI that you get enough time at the beach to swim or sit for dinner, not enough time to do both.
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star-5
Nice half day trip to Cape Sounion!
Giovanna_G
, Jul 2022
Glad my family and I did this tour on our visit to Athens! Tour guide very knowledgeable in history, food, desserts etc.. of Greece! Before stopping at Temple of Poseidon went to a nice little beach town and had some appetizers and wine it was very good! Sunset at Temple was amazing but it does get very windy up there.
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Excellent tour guide. ...
ferment
, Jul 2022
Excellent tour guide. Comfortable bus. Good route for scenery. Fellow travelers also contributed to the experience.
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Great guide Teddy! Great...
JavierJ_Z
, Jul 2022
Great guide Teddy! Great scenes, touristic attractions at Temple of Poseidon and an unexpected but refreshing stop at beautiful beach.
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