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Unlike large bus tours, your experience is designed for a small group of up to 10 guests, ensuring a relaxed, friendly, and personalized atmosphere. With fewer people, you’ll enjoy more flexibility, closer interaction with your guide, and the chance to truly connect with the stories and places you visit. We don’t just drive you to the Temple of Poseidon, we make the journey part of the adventure. From the hidden beauty of Lake Vouliagmeni to the charming seaside villages and the relaxing stop at Cape Sounion Beach, every moment is carefully planned to capture the magic of the Athenian Riviera. To finish, you’ll experience one of the most breathtaking sights in Greece the sunset from the Temple of Poseidon, where history, mythology, and nature come together in a view you’ll never forget. This is not just a tour, it’s an intimate coastal escape, curated to feel more like traveling with friends than being on a tour bus.
Your adventure begins with a convenient pickup right from your hotel or apartment. If your accommodation is in a pedestrian only area, no worries, we’ll arrange a nearby, easy to find meeting point. As we drive toward the main attractions, we’ll pass by several of Athens most significant highlights. Along the way, your driver guide or tour leader will bring these sights to life with fascinating stories.
As we continue, your driver will take you along the stunning Athenian Riviera, where the city meets the sea. You’ll enjoy the view of beautiful coastal districts such as Alimos, the lively seaside town of Glyfada, and the elegant Vouliagmeni, known for its crystal waters.
At the beautiful Lake Vouliagmeni, travelers will discover a hidden natural wonder just outside Athens. This unique lake is fed by both the sea and underground thermal springs, creating crystal clear waters that remain warm year round. Surrounded by dramatic limestone cliffs and lush greenery, it’s a peaceful spot away from the city. During the stop, guests can enjoy the stunning scenery, take photos of the emerald waters, or simply relax in the calm atmosphere while the guide will explain everything to them. It’s the perfect introduction to the coastal beauty of the Athenian Riviera before continuing the journey to Cape Sounion.
At Cape Sounion Beach, travelers can relax by the waters of the Aegean Sea, right beneath the cliffs that host the Temple of Poseidon. This peaceful beach offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy a coffee, taste fresh local food and the catch of the day at a seaside taverna, or even take a refreshing swim with the temple in view. The setting combines natural beauty with a sense of history, making it a truly memorable stop along the Athenian Riviera.
At the majestic Temple of Poseidon in Cape Sounion, travelers will step back into Ancient Greece while enjoying one of the most stunning coastal views in the country. Perched high on the cliffs above the Aegean Sea, this 5th-century BC temple is dedicated to the god of the sea and is one of Athens most iconic landmarks after the Acropolis. With your guide, you’ll learn the history of the temple and the nearby areas, along with the myths of King Aegeus and the hero Theseus. In addition, for those who participate in the sunset tour, visitors witness the sun as it dips below the horizon and the moon rising beside the Temple of Poseidon.
On the way back, guests who chose the sunset tour will enjoy the beautiful view of Athens as it lights up at night, a magical way to end your evening.
Pickup Details ✔️ Included Pick-up & Drop-off We offer pick-up and drop-off from hotels and apartments located in central Athens. The central area covers neighborhoods such as Syntagma, Plaka, Monastiraki, Omonoia, and the Acropolis. Staying outside these zones? Don’t worry—we’ll give you an easy meeting point close to a Metro station or a Hotel. If your accommodation is in a pedestrian area or on a street too narrow for our vehicles, we’ll arrange the nearest accessible meeting spot. ✔️ What We Need From You Please provide your hotel name or full apartment address at the time of booking so we can organize your pick-up smoothly. If we don’t have your details at least 48 hours before your tour, a central meeting point will be assigned automatically by us. ✔️ Timing One day before your tour, you’ll receive an email or a message with your confirmed pick-up time and location. Pick-ups usually start 40–50 minutes before the official departure time. For the Sunset Tour, departure times are adjusted to match the sunset of the season. ✔️ Good to Know Once your pick-up is confirmed, it cannot be changed. Pick-ups from airports and ports are only available with the Private Tour option. Pick-ups from the Piraeus area are also offered only with the Private Tour option.
Athens Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion Half-Day Small-Group lasts about 5–6 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
Prices start at $35 per person for this Athens experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup Details ✔️ Included Pick-up & Drop-off We offer pick-up and drop-off from hotels and apartments located in central Athens. The central area covers neighborhoods such as Syntagma, Plaka, Monastiraki, Omonoia, and the Acropolis. Staying outside these zones? Don’t worry—we’ll give you an easy meeting point close to a Metro station or a Hotel. If your accommodation is in a pedestrian area or on a street too narrow for our vehicles, we’ll arrange the nearest accessible meeting spot. ✔️ What We Need From You Please provide your hotel name or full apartment address at the time of booking so we can organize your pick-up smoothly. If we don’t have your details at least 48 hours before your tour, a central meeting point will be assigned automatically by us. ✔️ Timing One day before your tour, you’ll receive an email or a message with your confirmed pick-up time and location. Pick-ups usually start 40–50 minutes before the official departure time. For the Sunset Tour, departure times are adjusted to match the sunset of the season. ✔️ Good to Know Once your pick-up is confirmed, it cannot be changed. Pick-ups from airports and ports are only available with the Private Tour option. Pick-ups from the Piraeus area are also offered only with the Private Tour option. Pickup points include MEET_AT_DEPARTURE_POINT, CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyICbTMkkDuOK1H+KeVhJpLE=.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Please note: If the street of your accommodation is too narrow for our vehicles or located within a pedestrian only area, we will provide you with the nearest accessible meeting point.
The locations and information provided were great! Our tour guide Teddy was knowledgeable and very entertaining! My only issue was that our guide chose to wait for a group (that made up most of our tour) who were running 20 min late. This caused us to stop at the lake after the temple so we saw the lake in the dark versus in the light when we could see better and take pictures.
Tassos was nothing short of fantastic. The amount of knowledge provided during the tour was incredible. He was friendly and delightful in conversation. There was a lot of thought and effort put into the tour and it showed. The sunset was incredible too!
I really enjoyed this excursion. Our guide Katherina was very prompt, courteous, and a great storyteller. You can tell she really enjoyed her job and made this experience very smooth and pleasant. Our driver Bill was patient and careful, which made for a very safe drive. Thank you so much!!!
Tassos was an excellent guide: knowledgeable and entertaining.
It was a lovely drive along the coastline and the main attraction, the Temple of Poseidon, was worth seeing - especially at sunset. Be prepared for uneven rocky walking surfaces and crowds. The tour guide Katerina was lovely. I understand they wanted to add stops to make the almost 1.5 hour drive out there more worthwhile, and to add variety, but the stops were pretty underwhelming. The lake stop was just hopping off the bus for 5 minutes to peek through the parking lot fence at the lake below. The beach where we stopped was mostly “private” - covered with sun chairs which you would pay to use, with a tiny “public” beach at the far end. We tried to get a drink and mezze at one of the two restaurants but the waiter never came to us and we knew we had to move on as time was limited. There was also a counter service beach bar in the hotel, so we were able to get a drink there. The view from the beach was nice.
Whole heartedly an awesome experience and a must do in Athens. Our tour guide Thassos from It’s All Greek To Me was incredible, he was kind, caring, and funny! Thassos also taught us about Ancient Greek Mythology along the way and gave us expert, detailed information about sights we saw. The sunset at the temple was breathtaking and well worth the visit. We would definitely book again
Definitely worthwhile doing this tour to experience the beautiful coastline of Athens. The scenery is spectacular and going to top of mountain and beautiful temple as the sun sets is breathtaking!
Very enjoyable. Driver was so informative and pleasant. Made the experience excellent. Sunset was amazing.
Our guide, Theo (Teddy) was the best. He has a great way with people. Was super knowledgeable and informative, and humorous. The sunset trip agenda was excellently planned, organized, and orchestrated. The timing was perfect. The historic world class sights, were amazing. We have been on many international tours, however, this tour was most extraordinary. We highly recommend this tour. Don't miss out on it!! Joe and Donna R.
This is not a guided tour. Our “guide” was lovely on the bus, but did not come into the site with us, you’re left to wander on your own which is not what I expected. I’ve re-read the description and I think they can make this clearer. Small group is emphasised which is irrelevant if you’re not walking round together. Driver was great and parked down the hill saving us a long wait for the other buses to clear when we left.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athens Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion Half-Day Small-Group | 5–6 hours | 5.0 (338) | $35 | |
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