Athens full-day tour with Acropolis and Cape Sounion

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The Athens full-day tour will start with a photo stop at Panathinaiko Stadium, where the first Olympic Games took place in 1896, pass by Zappeion and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. You will then drive past the Athens Trilogy – the University of Athens, the Academy of Athens, and the National Library. Your trip will continue passing by National Garden, Hadrian’s Arc, St. Paul’s Church, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown soldier, Schliemann’s House (Numismatic Museum), Catholic Cathedral, Old Parliament, Constitution Square, Russian Orthodox Church, and finally the Acropolis.Discover the Acropolis museum and took a short walk passing by Herodion and Dionysos Theater. After a morning full tour, your experience will continue in a local restaurant (Tripadvisor awarded) under the slopes of Acropolis.After lunch you will depart for a wonderful drive along the scenic coastal road, which affords a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf, passing through some of Athens most beautiful suburbs (Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, Varkiza) to finally reach Cape Sounion. The Cape's Temple of Poseidon is perched on a rocky hilltop overlooking the sea. The view across the Aegean is magnificent with one of the most breath-taking panoramic views in the world, extending all the way to Kea and the Peloponnese on a clear day.
Highlights
- Enjoy a full-day tour of Athens with a professional tour guide
- See the best sights and landmarks by bus and on foot
- Visit the Acropolis and spend your afternoon in Cape Sounion
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
Available in English
What's included
- Transport by luxury air-conditioned bus
- Professional and licensed guide
- Lunch
- Entrance fees
Not included
- Drinks and beverages
- Gratuities (optional)
Where you'll meet
Meet your group and guide in front of the offices of the tour operator
Operated by
Key Tours S.A
Important information
Accessibility:
* The walking pace is moderate
Know in advance:
* Please note that the itinerary varies slightly depending on the time of year
* **October 24 – February 28:** After lunch, the group departs immediately at **3:00 to** the **Cape Sounion archaeological site**
* **March 1 – March 28 and September 14 – October 23:** **After lunch, you will have one hour of free time to spend as you wish in the city before departing for Cape Sounion at 4:00 PM**
* **March 29 – May 31 and July 20 – September 13:** **After lunch, you will have two hours of free time before departing for Cape Sounion at 5:00 PM**
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