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Athens: Sounio Poseidon Temple and Athenian Riviera Day Trip

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Athens: Sounio Poseidon Temple and Athenian Riviera Day Trip
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Top rated
5 out of 5 stars
5
214 reviews

Explore the hidden gems of the Athens Riviera and watch the sunset from the Poseidon Temple at Cape Sounio on this private day trip in groups up to 6 people.Enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off in Athens.

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Duration 6 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Pickup is from your location in Athens.
Small group
Limited to 6 participants

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Rhonda – United States

BOOK THIS TRIP 100% My mom, my 2 teenagers and I ALL loved this excursion with Kostantinos!! It started with hotel pickup & within 15 minutes, we knew it would be fabulous!! If you're able to do the afternoon (sunset) tour--do it!! We swam in the Aegean Sea for an hour, stopped for drinks & snacks that Kosta bought, learned all about the area, current events, & history, and of course, we visited the beautiful Temple of Poseiden at sunset--unbelievable! Afterwards, we stopped for dinner at a family-run Greek restaurant before heading back to Athens. Only six people and Konstantinos--so it's very much a small group tour. I'm telling you--you will not regret booking this tour. It has been the highlight of our time in Athens.

5
5 out of 5 stars
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Christopher – United States

This trip is a must do when coming to Athens. Konstantinos is an amazing guide, he is charming and charismatic, and super knowledgeable about Athens and its surrounding areas. Konstantinos makes this trip seem as if you are visiting a lifelong friend as he shows you around his hometown. Highly recommend!

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Itinerary

  • Pickup location:

    Athens

  • Varkiza

    Scenic drive (45 minutes)

  • Vouliagmeni Lake

    Sightseeing (15 minutes)

  • Vouliagmeni

    Local snacks (30 minutes)

  • Temple of Poseidon

    Sightseeing (1 hour)

  • Cape Sounion

    Swimming (1 hour)

  • Attica

    Lunch (1 hour)

  • Car

    (1 hour)

  • Arrive back at:

    Athens

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Start your day off right with a hot cup of Greek coffee and a tasty Greek pastry
  • Marvel at the sunset from the clifftop Temple of Poseidon in Cape Sounio
  • Discover the hidden gems of Athens Riviera and try tasty food at a local tavern
  • Enjoy swimming in the crystal clear waters of a hidden beach (in summer)
  • Enjoy a beautiful seaside drive along the Athens Riviera with amazing views

Full description

Start with pickup from your accommodation in Athens and relax in an air-conditioned vehicle as you soak up the breathtaking scenery along the Athenian Riviera. Pass by the sparkling waters of Lake Vouliagmeni and some of the area's most-prestigious cities.

Stop at a local bakery for a steaming cup of fresh Greek coffee and a sweet bougatsa (custard pastry). Head to a stunning beach that has crystal clear waters where you can swim (in summer) or breathe in the salty air.

Visit the impressive Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounio, where you have free time explore the site at your own pace. Admire the Doric style of architecture at this temple that was built during the Golden Age of Athens.

Feel the thrill of visiting a legendary spot perched atop a cliff at Cape Sounion. Watch the sunset from this privileged position that offers panoramic views of the Aegean Sea and nearby islands.

After visiting the temple, head to a local tavern where you can purchase fresh local seafood, meat, or vegan dishes and ice-cold drinks before begin returned to your hotel in Athens.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Athens
  • Air-conditioned transportation
  • English-speaking guide
  • A Greek coffee
  • A bougatsa pastry (custard-filled dough)
  • Cape Sounio archeological site entrance fee (€20 summer period, €10 winter period)
  • Meals

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Beachwear

Know before you go

  • The duration of the trip is around 6-hours
  • The start time varies depending on the time of the sunset
  • During the summer there is a swim stop, so please bring your swimwear in the summer
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Rhonda – United StatesJuly 11, 2025 – Verified booking
BOOK THIS TRIP 100% My mom, my 2 teenagers and I ALL loved this excursion with Kostantinos!! It started with hotel pickup & within 15 minutes, we knew it would be fabulous!! If you're able to do the afternoon (sunset) tour--do it!! We swam in the Aegean Sea for an hour, stopped for drinks & snacks that Kosta bought, learned all about the area, current events, & history, and of course, we visited the beautiful Temple of Poseiden at sunset--unbelievable! Afterwards, we stopped for dinner at a family-run Greek restaurant before heading back to Athens. Only six people and Konstantinos--so it's very much a small group tour. I'm telling you--you will not regret booking this tour. It has been the highlight of our time in Athens.
5
5 out of 5 stars
C
Christopher – United StatesJuly 10, 2025 – Verified booking
This trip is a must do when coming to Athens. Konstantinos is an amazing guide, he is charming and charismatic, and super knowledgeable about Athens and its surrounding areas. Konstantinos makes this trip seem as if you are visiting a lifelong friend as he shows you around his hometown. Highly recommend!
5
5 out of 5 stars
S
Sally – AustraliaJuly 10, 2025 – Verified booking
Our tour to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon with Fotis was exceptional! We had an absolutely wonderful time; Fotis was a highly knowledgeable and generous guide who made the day a very memorable one for our family. With children aged between 9 and 16 Fotis made the day a success for all of us - we loved the stop to sample traditional bougatsa and Greek coffee and the swim at one of the many pretty beaches on the Athenian riviera. Our final destination of Poseidon’s Temple at Cape Sounion was magnificent; an amazing ancient site set in the most stunning location. The tour is wonderful, and Fotis was such an enthusiastic, helpful guide and great company for the trip. We highly recommend Fotis and our whole family agreed that our day exploring beyond Athens with Fotis was a highlight of our holiday!

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