General information
| Destination |
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| Athens, Greece |
Program details
Cape Sounion is one of the
most famous archaeological sites close to Athens, so don't miss the opportunity to visit it during your stay in Athens, especially to enjoy its breathtaking sunset... maybe the second best after Santorini.
During the wonderful drive with our luxury air-conditioned bus along the Athens Riviera, till you reach the
famous Temple of Poseidon, you’ll enjoy splendid views of the Saronic Gulf while passing through some of Athens’ most beautiful suburbs, including
Hellinikon Olympic complex, Vouliagmeni, and Varkiza. Upon your arrival to Cape Sounio, you will visit the 5th century B.C.
Temple of Poseidon with one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in the world (on a clear day you can see at least seven islands).
The precipice is a sheer 197-foot drop to the sea. Cape Sounion has long played an important part in Greek mythology and history, and the first recorded mention of it occurs in the Odyssey, as the last safe landing before Poseidon scattered the returning Greek navy.
Poseidon was hugely important to the Greeks as the god of the sea, and the scale of the Temple at Cape Sounion reflects that. After visiting the famous Temple, you will have the chance to
admire one of the most amazing sunsets you could ever imagine, capture the perfect picture and enjoy a glass of wine, before returning back to your hotel.
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