Essential Athens Highlights Plus Cape Sounion All Inclusive Tour
Private flexible tour combining the Highlights of Athens with a coastal road trip to the Sounion peninsula & amazing clifftop Temple of Poseidon as you relax along the way in one of our new full extra Mercedes models with free WiFi & bottled water in the company of a highly experienced, knowledgeable & considerate Tour driver.
Visit the highlights including the Acropolis, Temple of Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, Olympic Stadium, Parliament & changing of the guards, and set off along the deep blue colours of the Aegean sea to explore the Temple of Poseidon.
Everything included for a Hassle-Free experience including Lunch by the Sea, Admission Tickets and an Expert Guide at the Acropolis, with budget and friendly small group and Sounion-Only Options available when booking.
With door to door return transfer to your hotel or cruise ship, this comprehensive and 'go at your own pace' tour aims to provide you with one of the most outstanding experiences of your visit.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Acropolis, Via Dionysiou Areopagitou Str., Athens 105 58 Greece
Our day in Athens starts with the Acropolis, focus of life in Ancient Athens & surrounded by its amazing cyclopedian wall built by the Myceneans thousands of years ago. The Acropolis houses all of the Temples such as the Temple of Athena Nike, the huge gateway (Propylaea), the Erechtheum and of course the famous Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the goddess Athena.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Theater of Dionysus, Mitseon 25, Athens 105 58 Greece
Considered to be the world’s oldest theatre and constructed in the 6th Century BC, this theater would have seen the very fist performances of ancient plays by Sophocles, Euripides, Aeschylus, and Aristophanes among others & was home to. an annual spring drama festival.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Temple of Athena Nike, Acropolis, Dionysiou Areopagitou Acropolis, Athens 10558 Greece
Located on the top of the Acropolis, the Temple of Athena Nike (or 'Viktory') is a temple dedicated to the goddess Athena and constructed around 420 BC, the temple is the earliest fully Ionic temple on the Acropolis.
Stop At: Herod Atticus Odeon, Dionissiou Areopagitou, Athens Greece
An impressive & fully renovated Roman theater. Completed in AD 161 and dedicated to the wife of a rich benefactor, the Theater hosts a vibrant public program each Summer.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Propylaea, Acropolis, Athens 105 58 Greece
The Propylaia is the classical Greek Doric building complex that served as the ceremonial entrance to the Acropolis and through which you will enter
Pass By: Erechtheion, Acropolis, Athens 10558 Greece
An ancient Greek Ionic temple on the north side of the Acropolis, the Erechtheion is unique in its construction and was dedicated to the goddess Athena.
Stop At: Parthenon, Acropolis Top of Dionyssiou Areopagitou, Athens 105 58 Greece
Considered widely as a masterpiece of science, engineering and culture, the Parthenon was dedicated to the goddess Athena and would have originally housed her impressive statue. Its decorative sculptures are considered some of the high points of classical Greek art, some of which can be seen in the nearby Museum.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: National Library of Greece, 32 Panepistimiou Street, Athens 106 79 Greece
The National Library of Greece
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Panathenaic Stadium, Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue opposite the statue of Myron Discobolus, Athens 116 35 Greece
Also called 'Kallimarmaro' stadium is one of the highlights of Athens where the classic Marathon ends & the only stadium in the world built entirely of marble
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: The Academy of Athens, 28 Panepistimiou Avenue, Athens 106 79 Greece
Stop at Panepistimiou str, for the Athenian Trilogy – the three elegant buildings: The University, The Academy and The Library.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 30 Panepistimiou Street, Athens 157 72 Greece
University of Athens
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Hellenic Parliament, Parliament Mansion, Athens GR-10021 Greece
The Parliament and center of current political life in Athens
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Presidential Mansion, Herodou Attikou Street, Athens 106 74 Greece
A short stop at the The Neoclassical Maximos Mansion, also called the Greek “White House”. Official residence of the Prime Minister of Greece since 1982
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Temple of Olympian Zeus, Leoforos Vasilissis Olgas Leoforos Amalias, Athens 105 57 Greece
Colossal temple at the center of Athens dedicated to the God Zeus, head of the Olympian gods. Construction began in the 6th century BC and the temple was home to a richly adorned statue, one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Arch of Hadrian, Leoforos Amalias, Athens Greece
Classic Triumphal Arch built by the Ancient Athenians for the Roman Emperor Hadrian & seen together with the Temple of Zeus in the same location
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Plateia Syntagmatos, Leoforos Vassilissis Amalias, Athens 105 63 Greece
Main square of Athens housing the Parliament building & focus of much of Athenian life & Politics.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: National Garden, Leoforos Amalias 1, Athens 10557 Greece
Formally built as a Royal Gardens for queen Amalia, the National Gardens are a beautiful oasis in the city running alongside some of Athens most prominent landmarks
Stop At: Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Leoforos Vasilissis Amalias Syntagma Square, Athens 100 28 Greece
At the tomb you will see the impressive changing of the guard’s ceremony, with the iconic 'Evzone' guards in their traditional uniform.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Monastiraki, Athina, Greece
Monastiraki Square at the heart of the Old-Town is a vibrant center of life in the city
Pass By: Plaka, Athens 10556 Greece
Leading from Monastiraki Square, the Plaka neighborhood bustles with markets, bars, Cafes & Restaurants.
Stop At: Athens, Athens, Attica
LUNCH OPTION: (No street food) If choosing our lunch option during booking you will enjoy a Traditional 3-Course Greek Lunch either at our reserved table just a few meters from the sea in Cape Sounion, or in one of the best local family restaurants in Athens at our reserved table with a view to the Acropolis. Fish, Meat or Vegetarian options are normally available together with Greek Salad and Starter or Dessert (daily menu's may vary). If you do not choose the lunch option your driver will still make time for you for a lunch break.
During the summer months, our default location for lunch is by the sea in Sounion and at other times in Athens.
Please note that alcoholic drinks are not included.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Lake Vouliagmeni, Vouliagmeni 166 71 Greece
Included in Greece’s NATURA 2000 Sites of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Thermal and Mineral rich waters of the lake have been a SPA retreat for centuries.
Pass By: Lagonisi, Lagonisi, Sithonia, Halkidiki Region, Central Macedonia
Simply one of the most beautiful stretches of Coastal scenery in Europe. Elevated views out to sea, the rugged coastline and the deep blue and contrasting greens of the landscape together with the small settlements along the way make this an amazing spectacle.
Stop At: Temple of Poseidon, Cape Sounio, Sounio 195 00 Greece
Located 70 meters on a clifftop at the tip of the Athens Peninsula this amazing temple was dedicated to the God Poseidon. It was the last thing Ancient sailors saw on leaving port & the first site on return with many legends to tell. It is especially beautiful at sunset & a perfect final location for your tour
Duration: 40 minutes
Pass By: Glyfada Beach, 18 Diadochou Pavlou Paralia Glyfadas tram station, Glyfada 166 75 Greece
An upmarket Suburb & Start of the Athens Riviera with Wonderful Sea Views from our Coastal Route
Stop At: Acropolis Museum, Dionysiou Areopagitou 15, Athens 117 42 Greece
(VISITED ON REQUEST) Explore the New Acropolis Museum situated adjacent to the Acropolis which houses the many masterpieces from the site. Not available if selecting the Small-Group Tour
Duration: 1 hour
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Luxury PRIVATE All-Inclusive Tour Option includes: Licensed Guide for the Acropolis, Lunch (Seaside Lunch in Sounion), Admission Tickets"
"Luxury SMALL GROUP All-inclusive Tour Option Includes: Licensed Guide for the Acropolis, Lunch (Seaside Lunch in Sounion), Admission Tickets"
"Discount PRIVATE All-inclusive Option includes: 3-Course Lunch (in Athens), Admission Tickets, Licensed Guide for the Acropolis with groups of 8 or more persons."
"Sounion PRIVATE All-Inclusive option includes: 3-Course Lunch (Seaside Lunch in Sounion), Admission Tickets"
"LUNCH. Restaurant level dining (no street food) Choose from a 3-Course Traditional Menu with Vegetarian Options"
"GUIDING/LICENSED GUIDES: Your knowledgeable tour driver will inform you en-route but can not enter archaeological sites. Your Expert Licensed Archaeological Guide will accompany you through the Acropolis. Extended guiding for additional Athens sites available on request. Please note that an Expert Guide is not automatically included for a group size of between 1 to 7 if choosing the Family/Discount Option"
"SOUNION SUNSET. If you want to end the tour at Sunset in Sounio just let us know. Your tour start time may then be adjusted slightly depending on the time of year (not available if taking the small group tour)."
"TAILOR YOUR TOUR: For private tour options, if you would like to add a further site, such as the Acropolis Museum, or Omit one of the sites please let us know directly & we will tailor your itinerary accordingly."
"ROUTE. In order to provide the best experience for your day we reserve the right to alter the tour route or omit sites in the case of issues such as time constraints or local factors such as site closing times & road closures."
"TOUR CHANGES FROM MARCH 11TH: the tour was updated on 11th March to all-inclusive. For bookings made before this date: The previous conditions at the time of your booking (inclusions & exclusions) apply, although your printable ticket may now be updated with the current 'All inclusive' status which only applies to bookings made after March 11th."
"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 is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duração: 8 To 9 Hours
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
We pickup from all Central Athens Locations and the Cruise port at your convenience. If your location in not listed we will be in touch with you after booking to confirm it with you.
AIRBNB'S: For Airbnb's please provide the exact address. Please be outside your residence for pickup in case of limited parking or waiting time for your driver.
LUGGAGE: If you have luggage please provide details of quantity so we may provide the appropriate vehicle
AIRPORT PICKUP: For the Airport and locations outside of Athens there may be a supplement. We will advise on booking.
SOUNION SUNSET. If you want to end the tour at Sunset in Sounio just let us know. Your tour start time may then be adjusted slightly depending on the time of year (not available with Small-Group option).
Airports- Athens Intl Airport, Attiki Odos, Spata 190 04 Greece
Ports- Athens Cruise Ship Port
- Piraeus, Athens
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.