Day tour in Greece

Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion Sunset Tour

After lunch, walk to the nearby meeting point for your group tour. It’s just a short distance from your hotel. The meeting point is Omonia Square at 15:00. Drive to Cape sounion along the south coast to the Athenian Riviera . Easily reach the otherwise hard-to-get-to Sounion. You’ll be dazzled by the famous landscape that surrounds the promontory of the Sounion. In the times of the ancient Greeks, this site was revered as sacred ground dedicated to the gods Poseidon and Athena. Marvel at the Temple of Poseidon perched upon the cliff’s edge 70 meters above the sea. Walk the blessed earth of the Sounion, one of the places sung about it in Homer’s Odyssey. Stand upon the same cliff where it is said King Aegeus threw himself off. The tale is told in Greek mythology that Aegeus told his son Theseus that if he defeated the Minotaur, he should return to Athens with ships bearing white sails. Theseus forgot this request, and when Aegeus saw Theseus’ black sails, he threw himself from the Sounion in despair. Watch the sunset over this legendary horizon. Audio guide included in German, English, French, Spanish, Italian, Russian. Cape Sounion, located at the southernmost tip of the Attica Peninsula, is a stunning site rich in history and natural beauty. This picturesque spot is most renowned for the ancient Temple of Poseidon, a magnificent structure that has stood since the 5th century BC. Perched dramatically on a cliff overlooking the Aegean Sea, the temple once served as a place of worship for Poseidon, the god of the sea, and was an important landmark for sailors navigating the waters of the Aegean. Visitors to Cape Sounion are rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views, especially at sunset, when the golden light bathes the temple in a warm glow, creating an unforgettable scene. The site’s location offers a unique combination of historical significance and natural splendor, with rugged cliffs meeting the deep blue of the sea. The ruins of the temple still evoke the grandeur of ancient Greece, with its remaining columns standing as a testament to the artistic and engineering prowess of the time. In addition to the Temple of Poseidon, Cape Sounion also features remnants of other structures, including an ancient fort and the ruins of an older sanctuary. For travelers seeking a blend of history, mythology, and stunning coastal landscapes, Sounion provides a perfect escape from the hustle of city life, offering a glimpse into the profound connection the ancient Greeks had with their gods and the sea.