Private Full Day Guided Visit to Acropolis, Acropolis Museum and Cape Sounion
This tour begins at the stunning Panathenian Stadium, built for the 1896 Olympic Games on the site of the ancient Athenian stadium. After a brief photo stop at the Panathenian Stadium, guests will pass by important city landmarks including the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the National Gardens, and the Greek Parliament with the traditional Evzones guards.
The tour then continues to the Acropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring iconic monuments including the Parthenon. After exploring the Acropolis, guests will walk downhill to the Acropolis Museum, showcasing ancient artifacts in a modern setting.
Guests will then enjoy free time for lunch in the picturesque Vouliagmeni area before embarking on a scenic drive along the Attica Riviera to Cape Sounio. There, they will visit the ancient Temple of Poseidon while learning about the myths and history connected to this spectacular site.Following free time at Cape Sounio, the tour returns to Athens, concluding a memorable day filled with history, culture, and breathtaking coastal scenery.
Duration:
Approximately 8 hours
Start Time:
8:00am
Final meeting instructions will be confirmed in the welcome letter and may be updated locally upon arrival.
Inclusions:
Transportation from/to hotel, private guide and driver, admissions to Acropolis, Acropolis museum and Cape Sounion. Details are subject to change depending on the day of tour.
Exclusions:
Meals, drinks and gratuities.
Meeting point:
Athens centrally located hotel lobby
Ending point:
The same as meeting point
Not Suitable For:
Wheelchairs, scooters, canes, walkers.
Important Information:
– Please be at the meeting location 15 minutes prior to departure.
– Due to hot weather, it is strongly recommended to have an adequate supply of water and to wear a suitable hat.
– Maximum number of participants: 6 people.
– Comfortable walking shoes are recommended; the Acropolis is only accessible by foot, and parts of this tour require walking on uneven cobblestones and narrow sidewalks.
– This tour is offered on a reserved basis prior to departure.
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