Temperatures in Greece’s capital in summer are known to get quite high. So, if you happen to find yourself in the city, beat the heat on an Athens to Cape Sounion & Athenian Riviera beach escape! Located within a heartbeat from Athens, you will find the Temple of Poseidon perched above the beach on the headland that is touched by the sea on three sides. The ancient Greek Temple of Poseidon, the god of the sea in Greek mythology, is one of Greece’s most photographed monuments. The remaining Doric columns and the deep blue of the sea is still as dazzling as in the days of Lord Byron who carved his name on the marble.
How to get to Cape Sounion & Athenian Riviera Beach from Athens?
How to get to Cape Sounion & Athenian Riviera Beach depends on your preferred means of transport. According to the number of persons in your group, you will have a chauffeured private car, a coach, a mini bus, a minivan or taxi at your disposal. All our vehicles are air-conditioned, and our drivers are professional. On your Athens to Cape Sounion & Athenian Riviera beach escape, you will be driven, away from the heat and bustle to the southernmost tip of Athens. The drive along the picturesque Athens Riviera on a long coastal road with views of the Saronic gulf will leave you breathless. Take in the striking landscapes, rocky coasts, idyllic beaches and elegant marinas. Stop at one of Athens’s most stylish resorts and suburbs (Lagonisi, Vouliagmeni, Glyfada) for lunch or a coffee break on the waterfront. Finally, you will come to Cape Sounion and the ancient Greek Temple of Poseidon.
How long to spend on a Cape Sounion & Athenian Riviera Beach tour?
Your available time determines how long to spend on a Cape Sounion & Athenian Riviera Beach tour. If you are staying in Athens for a couple of days and have enough time at your disposal, then beat the heat on an Athens to Cape Sounion & Athenian Riviera beach escape on a full day trip. You will explore the famous landmark and the archaeological site and enjoy the wild landscape of the Athenian countryside at your pace. Alternatively, if you are on a cruise and your time is limited, a half day on an Athens to Cape Sounion & Athenian Riviera beach escape is ideal. You may even prolong your Cape Sounion & Athenian Riviera Beach tour with a visit to the Acropolis site on your return to the heart of the historical center of Athens.
How much to spend for a Cape Sounion & Athenian Riviera Beach tour?
How much to spend for a Cape Sounion & Athenian Riviera Beach tour is in accordance with how many persons will be participating in this private tour. As it is more economical per person to travel with a larger group, feel free to invite your family, friends or even fellow cruisers to beat the heat on an Athens to Cape Sounion & Athenian Riviera beach escape! It must be noted that there is an admission fee for the Sounion Archaeological site and the Acropolis site and these are as follow:
Admission to Sounion Archaeological site and Acropolis site
- ticket for Sounion Archaeological site: 8€ per person
- reduced ticket for Sounion Archaeological site: 4€ senior citizens with an EU passport
- free of charge: students with EU student ID and under 18 years old
- ticket for Acropolis site: 20€ per person
- reduced ticket: senior citizens with an EU passport
- free of charge: students with EU student ID and under 18 years old
When is the best time for a Cape Sounion & Athenian Riviera Beach tour?
Are you wondering, “When is the best time for a Cape Sounion & Athenian Riviera beach tour?” Well, when in Athens in summer and you long for a trip away from the heat and the chaos, then it’s time to beat the heat on an Athens to Cape Sounion & Athenian Riviera beach escape! The wind-swept Cape Sounion & Athenian Riviera should not be missed during your vacation. This impressive rocky promontory that rises out of the Aegean is one of the best and coolest sights for you to escape to. Wrap up your tour with a stop in one of the coastal suburbs of Athens. Feel the luxury and freshness of one of Athens’s most expensive and beautiful resorts.
How to book a Cape Sounion & Athenian Riviera Beach tour
- Fill out our contact form and receive all the necessary info about your tour.
- In order to secure the booking, a small deposit is required.
- You will be receiving a payment request through PayPal with the details of the transaction process.
- After the deposit has been made, you will receive the payment confirmation along with a voucher, a map, the details of the meeting point.
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