Athens Trip Overview
We will take the coastal drive that lead us to the temple of Poseidon, the god of the sea. Our first stop is the cultural center of Niarchos, an amazing building complex which is surrounded by the largest Mediterranean garden and includes the Opera house and the new National Library. We continue our ride admiring some of the venues of the Olympic Games of 2004, as well as the numerous sandy public beaches. Our next stop is the lake of Vouliagmeni, a rare geological phenomenon where the brackish waters of the lake are constantly renewed both from the sea and underground thermal springs. Then we will arrive at Cape Sounio, the southernmost point of Attica and one of the most sacred and mystical places for the Ancient Greeks. Enjoy your guided tour and take the photos of this stunning 2.500 years old marble temple with the blue background of the Aegean. The most delicious way to conclude this full day experience is our optional visit at a traditional Greek taverna by the sea.
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Duration: 6 hours
Starts: Athens, Greece
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Athens, Attica, Greece
We will take the coastal drive that lead us to the temple of Poseidon, the god of the sea. Our first stop is the cultural center of Niarchos, an amazing building complex which is surrounded by the largest Mediterranean garden and includes the Opera house and the new National Library. We continue our ride admiring some of the venues of the Olympic Games of 2004, as well as the numerous sandy public beaches. Our next stop is the lake of Vouliagmeni, a rare geological phenomenon where the brackish waters of the lake are constantly renewed both from the sea and underground thermal springs. Then we will arrive at Cape Sounio, the southernmost point of Attica and one of the most sacred and mystical places for the Ancient Greeks. Enjoy your guided tour and take the photos of this stunning 2.500 years old marble temple with the blue background of the Aegean. The most delicious way to conclude this full day experience is our optional visit at a traditional Greek taverna by the sea.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre, 364 Andrea Syngrou Ave., Kallithea 17674 Greece
Admire the cultural center of Niarchos, an amazing building complex which hosts the National Opera house and the new National Library of Greece. This amazing cultural center is surrounded by the largest Mediterranean garden.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Lake Vouliagmeni, Ethniki Odos Athinon Souniou, Vouliagmeni 166 71 Greece
Marvel at the lake Vouliagmeni, an idyllic place and a rare geological phenomenon where the brackish waters of the lake are constantly renewed both from the sea and underground thermal springs.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Temple of Poseidon, Cape Sounio, Sounio 195 00 Greece
Enjoy your guided tour at Cape Sounio, one of the most sacred and mystical places for the Ancient Greeks
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Palaia Fokaia, Palaia Fokaia, East Attica Region, Attica
A delightful visit at a traditional Greek taverna is the most delicious way to conclude this full day experience. (optional)
Duration: 1 hour
