Athens: Private Cape Sounio and Vouliagmeni Lake Sunset Tour Guided Tour
ID: GYG383171-O-696338
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Explore Lake Vouliagmeni, a hidden treasure of Attica’s nature. Move on to admire the columns of the Temple of Poseidon in Cape Sounio, which stands proudly on top of a hill overlooking the infinite blue of the Aegean sea.
Following collection from your Athens accommodation, pass through some of the city's most scenic suburbs whilst following a coastal road. Your first stop is to Lake Vouliagmeni, a hidden treasure of the Athenian Riviera.
Lake Vouliagmeni has a steady temperature all year round, ranging between 18-24 degrees Celsius. Its water is brackish, containing underground sea water mixed with the water of a spring. This makes it an ideal location for swimmers who visit the lake to profit from its mineral-rich water.
Following the lake, continue along the coastal road whilst admiring the green and rocky coastline of Attica on your way to Cape Sounion. As you approach the promontory, the columns of the Temple of Poseidon are visible from the road, standing proudly on top of a hill and dominating the surroundings. The temple was erected to honor the ancient Greek God of the Sea, Poseidon.
On a lower hill, opposite Cape Sounion, you can discover the ruins of a second ancient temple that was built to honor Goddess Athena. Take your time in admiring the infinite blue of the Aegean Sea, as no land catches your eye except for scattered islands in the open sea. Admire the beautiful sunset colors in the sky from the highest point of the hill, following which you return to Athens following the same route.
Highlights
- Admire the idyllic landscape of an aquatic paradise created by the collapse of a cave's roof
- Visit the Temple of Poseidon, erected to honor the Greek God
- Enjoy the wonderful coastal ride of the famous Athenian Riviera
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This is a private tour
• Meals are not included in the rate, but adequate time will be given for a food or coffee break
• The tickets for the archaeological sites are not included in the rate, but they can be provided upon request through e-mail correspondence after your booking confirmation
• The itinerary is subject to change according to the opening/closing hours of the venues and depending on the tourist season
• Please wait in the hotel lobby/outside the apartment 15 minutes before your scheduled pickup time
• Comfortable shoes and clothes, sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses are recommended
• Smoking is not permitted inside the vehicle
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Please wait in the hotel lobby/outside the apartment 15 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
