Cape Sounion Tour by the Athenian Riviera – RY Marketplace
– Athenian Riviera
– Poseidon Temple
– Culinary Experience in local greek restaurant
– Expert leader DescriptionOur ride starts from Petralona and we will be driving by the Athenian riviera, the most sophisticated and stylish suburbs of Athens. Our first stop will be at one of the many beautiful beaches along the riviera, for a swim for about an hour. After that we will continue until we get to the southernmost tip of Attica where the most impressive temple, the temple of Poseidon dominates the Cape. Standing there for 2500 years witnesses the depth of history and offers the most amazing views to the Aegean sea. Writers, poets like lord Byron, photographers, even fashion designers have always been inspired by the breathtaking views of the temple. A journey back to the past when sailors and ancient pilgrims would stop there to sacrifice to Poseidon, the god of the seas and the waves. We will spend an hour enjoying the views from the temple. Skipping all touristy restaurants of the area, we will return to a local restaurant in Ilioupoli suburb, for an amazing greek dinner.
What’s Included
– Round trip to Cape Sounion and back with a tour leader – 1 hour stop at the beach (optional swim) – Entrance to the Poseidon Temple – Dinner at a local restaurant What’s Not Included
– Everything not included in the listed items above
Things You Should Know
– Bring water – Stay hydrated! – Put sunscreen / Wear sun protection (hats, sunglasses, etc) – Tour duration is approx 7 hours Our guide is not only a guide but also an archeologist. Her name is Jenny, she loves traveling and she finds history fascinating. Being an archaeologist gave her the opportunity to participate in excavations at Akrotiri in Santorini. Being a guide is her passion and in her own words “aside excavations, sharing the stories that stones and ancients shared with us to every traveler that decides to step into Athens is the one thing that I enjoy the most”.
Minimum To Operate
8 people
Maximum Capacity
19 people
Deadline To Book
5 days prior to the start of the experience
What is the refund policy? Within 24 hours of bookingWe’ll always refund your booking upon request to [email protected]
After 24 hours & before the booking deadline
A cancellation fee may be applied depending on the circumstances, if the experience can go ahead. If this is the case, the total refund minus the cancellation fee will be issued in Marketplace Credit or deducted from your next month’s invoice. The fee and preferred refund option will be communicated via email with [email protected]
After the booking deadline
By this point we will have definitely made promises and financial commitments on your behalf and so cancellation fees may be up to 100%. What happens if my booking is changed/cancelled due to weather?
Let’s be real – no one can control the weather, and sometimes things just don’t go as planned. But don’t worry, your City Manager is here to help and will do their best to come up with a solution if an event is affected. We understand that everyone’s schedule is different, so while we can’t guarantee a make-up option will work for everyone, we promise to try our hardest. If you’re unable to attend the make-up date, no problem – we’ll give you a full refund for your booking.
I have a discount or gift code, can I use it to complete my purchase?
Yes, once you add your item to your cart and check out, you will be able to input the code before completing the purchase. If you need help finding your code, please double check your inbox. You received an email from Marketplace with the code.
Can I book for a friend / family member?
Sure! We welcome your friends and family coming to visit you while you travel the world. We do, however, reserve the right to deny access to Friends / Family who are over using RY Services.
I haven’t received a booking confirmation email, can you help?
Please reach out to us at [email protected] and we’ll help. In some cases, you may have multiple emails associated on the Marketplace and this is causing some confusion. Reach out and we’ll do our best to sort it out!
If I cannot attend, can I transfer my ticket to someone else?
Yes, you may transfer your booking to another Nation Member or Family/Friend. Please notify the City Manager as soon as possible to confirm the change. Please note, in the case of special dietary requirements, we might not be able to accommodate special requests on last minute changes. Any bookings that require advanced ticketing linked to an individual’s ID might not be approved.
Will I be able to work on this experience?
If you have to check in with work at any point during the scheduled time, we recommend confirming with the City Manager before booking.
I’m a Nation Member but not on an active program, can I still book?
We will always prioritize Remotes who are traveling with an active program on experiences. You may be able to book but there is a chance the City Manager will reach out to let you know we have to release your spot for an active Remote. If you’re in a city but not traveling with a program, we recommend reaching out to the City Manager on the Hub to confirm before booking.