Glorious Athens
Glorious Athens
Tailor Made Luxury Experiences for Greece's Unique Travellers
Acropolis – Cape Sounio Tour: Athens proudly stands as one of the most ancient cities globally, bearing the unique distinction of being Europe’s oldest settlement. In the realm of Greek mythology, its name pays homage to Athena, the Greek Goddess of Wisdom.
Embark on your exploration at the city’s most iconic location—the legendary Acropolis—where an impressive collection of sculptures artfully narrates a history that spans over 2,500 years. Your journey carries you along the picturesque coastal road, providing glimpses of the Athenian Riviera, before reaching the Cape of Sounion, where the Saronic Gulf meets the Aegean Sea. In a maritime nation like Greece, the sea god held a prominent place in the divine hierarchy. Acropolis – Cape Sounio Tour – Delving overall into Ancient Greece.
The construction of the Temple of Poseidon can be traced back to the years 444–440 BC, erected upon the remnants of an earlier Archaic temple. The day reaches its pinnacle with a breathtaking sunset, marking the conclusion of a day brimming with history, flavors, and indelible moments.
Duration: 8h
Starting Time: Upon request & availability
Includes
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- 8h English speaking trained chauffeur
- 8h Private luxury vehicle (not a taxi)
- 2h Guided Tour to Acropolis Archaeological site
- 2h Guided Tour to Acropolis Museum
- 1h Guided Tour to Temple of Poseidon
- Skip the line sevice
- Optional free audio guiding using your smartphone or tablet
- 100% customizable based on points of interest or time spent on each within the total trip time limit
- Free WiFi onboardÂ
- Fuel & tolls
- Refreshment & snack basket in vehicle
- Bottled natural water
- All taxes & fees
Excludes
- Entrance fees to archaeological site
- Entrance fees to museum
- Professional (state-licensed) guide (you may choose at the booking procedure above, surcharges of 100€ applied on Sundays and National Holidays (6/1, 27/2, 14-17/4, 15/8, 28/10)
- Personal expenses
- Meals (lunch or dinner)
- Other beverages
- Tips and gratuities (optional)
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunglasses
- Camera Definitely!
- Sunscreen
- Not suitable for pregnant women and people with mobility impairments
Tours can be 100% Customized!
Tips Instyle
Opening Hours
Opening hours from November 1st to March 31th as follows:
Acropolis Archaeological Site:
- From 08:00 till 17:00 [Last admission: 16:30]
Acropolis Museum:
Monday to Thursday:
- From 09:00 till 17:00 [Last admission: 16:30]
Friday:
- From 09:00 till 22:00 [Last admission: 21:30]
Saturday & Sunday:
- From 09:00 till 20:00 [Last admission: 19:30]
Opening hours from April 1st to October 31st as follows:
Acropolis Archaeological Site:
Apr 1 to Apr 30:
- From 08:00 till 19:00 [Last admission: 18:30]
May 2 to Aug 31:
- From 08:00 till 20:00 [Last admission: 19:30]
Sep 1 to Sep 15:
- From 08:00 till 19:30 [Last admission: 19:00]
Sep 16 to Sep 30:
- From 08:00 till 19:00 [Last admission: 18:30]
Oct 1 to Oct 15:
- From 08:00 till 18:30 [Last admission: 18:00]
Oct 16 to Oct 31:
- From 08:00 till 18:00 [Last admission: 17:30]
Acropolis Museum:
Monday:
- From 09:00 till 17:00 [Last admission: 16:30]
Tuesday to Thursday:
- From 09:00 till 20:00 [Last admission: 19:30]
Friday:
- From 09:00 till 22:00 [Last admission: 21:30]
Saturday & Sunday:
- From 09:00 till 20:00 [Last admission: 19:30]
- Athens (Prefecture of Attiki)
- T: (+30) 210 3214172
- Ministry of Culture and Sports Website
- The Acropolis Museum Website
- Wikipedia
Ticketing
Archaeological Site:
- Full : 20 €
- Reduced : 10 €
Special ticket package, valid for 5 days to all Athens sites
- Full : 30 €
- Reduced : 15 €
Museum
Winter (Nov 1 – Mar 31)
- Full : 10 €
- Reduced : 5 €
Summer (Apr 1 – Oct 31)
- Full : 15 €
- Reduced : 10 €
- All, from November 1st to March 31st
- Citizens of the European Union over 65 years old
- Non EU students of Universities upon ID presentation
- Escorting parents on educational visits
- Escorting teachers
- Parents of families with three or more children
- Persons with disabilities
- Single parent families
- EU Students of Universities upon ID presentation
- The employees of the Hellenic Ministry of Culture
- Tourist guides upon ID presentation
- Young people, up to the age of 18
- Holders of a free pass
- Holders of a solidarity card
- Holders of a valid unemployment card
- Official guests of the Greek State
Holidays
- 1st of January
- 25th of March
- Orthodox Easter Sunday
- 1st of May
- 25th of December
- 26th of December
Free Admission Days
- 6th of March
- 18th of April
- 18th of May
- The last weekend
- 28th of October
- Every 1st Sunday of the month
