Athens Shore Excursion: Private City Tour and Cape Sounion Trip
Overview
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6 hours 30 minutes
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Combine city sights, Greek history and sublime coastal scenery on this full-day Athens shore excursion led by a private guide. After your cruise ship docks at Piraeus Port, set off by luxury minivan on a city sightseeing tour, seeing top Athens attractions like the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Syntagma Square. While hearing Ancient Greek history from your guide, travel to Cape Sounion on the southernmost tip of the Attic Peninsula to see the Temple of Poseidon.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following details under Special Requirements: Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Please also enter your preferred pickup time in the Special Requirements box at the time of booking, and reconfirm 48 hours prior to the tour’s departure time
Children who do not occupy a seat are free of charge. Children who occupy a seat and are up to 11 years old, benefit from a discount
What To Expect
Temple of Olympian Zeus
The Temple of Olympian Zeus, also known as the Olympieion or Columns of the Olympian Zeus, is a former colossal temple at the center of the Greece capital Athens. It was dedicated to "Olympian" Zeus, a name originating from his position as head of the Olympian gods. Construction began in the 6th century BC during the rule of the Athenian tyrants, who envisaged building the greatest temple in the ancient world, but it was not completed until the reign of the Roman Emperor Hadrian in the 2nd century AD, some 638 years after the project had begun. During the Roman period the temple -that included 104 colossal columns- was renowned as the largest temple in Greece and housed one of the largest cult statues in the ancient world.
Academy of Athens
The Academy of Athens is Greece's national academy, and the highest research establishment in the country. It was established in 1926, and operates under the supervision of the Ministry of Education. The Academy's main building is one of the major landmarks of Athens.
Options
Option 1
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Transport by private vehicle and professional driver
Professional guide
Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
Port pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Poseidon Temple Sounio
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The van was modern and comfortable...
Scott A,Aug 7, 2017
- Review from Viator
5.00The van was modern and comfortable. Both the driver and guide were exceptional
Our guide went out of the way to cover...
Sumit G,Aug 30, 2014
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide went out of the way to cover everything.. Great tour!
. we could not ask for a better...
christine C,May 28, 2014
- Review from Viator
5.00. we could not ask for a better guide-Helen and driver George.they were very informative and interesting,we would certainly use VIATOR again.we are left with wonderful memories.
CHRISTINE CLARKOur tour guide Helen was very...
Keri S,Jul 1, 2013
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide Helen was very professional, knowledgable and friendly!
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