Guided tour

From Athens: Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half Day Tour

Activity provider: GETAWAYS GREECE
Guided tour

From Athens: Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half Day Tour

Activity provider: GETAWAYS GREECE
Likely to sell out

From US$ 57.90 per person

Likely to sell out

Explore the picturesque south coast of Attica on this Cape Sounion tour. Stop to see the Temple of Poseidon and enjoy sunset views over the Aegean.

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Reserve now & pay later
Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
Covid-19 precautions
Special health and safety measures are in place. Check your activity voucher once you book for full details.
Duration 5 hours
Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
In front of your hotel, apartment, or cruise terminal in Athens. The representative will be holding a sign with your name on it.
Private or small groups available

Experience

Itinerary
3 hours
  • Athens

  • 1 hour
  • Temple of Poseidon (guided tour, free time)

  • Cape Sounion (free time)

  • 1 hour
  • Athens

Pickup included
Main stop
Highlights
  • Enjoy a scenic drive along the picturesque south coast of Attica
  • Swim at one of Greece's most beautiful beaches
  • Visit the ancient Temple of Poseidon at the Cape Sounion
  • Learn from an experienced local guide about the history of Cape Sounion
  • See the sun setting into the Aegean Sea
Full description

Visit the scenic coastal views of Cape Sounion on a private or semi-private tour from Athens with hotel transfers. Travel along south Attica’s shoreline roads to reach the ancient Temple of Poseidon. Get panoramic vistas of the Aegean and explore the ruins of this temple before catching a beautiful sunset.

Start your day with pickup at your accommodation in Athens. Enjoy a comfortable 50-minute drive along the coastal roads of Attica in an air-conditioned minivan and admire the idyllic beaches and small villages that pass by. Arrive at Cape Sounion and make your way to the ancient Greek temple of Poseidon, dedicated to the Greek god of the sea, and embark on a guided tour of this historic landmark. Learn about the mythology linked to the temple before having time to relax and take in the panoramic views over the Aegean. Continue to one of Cape Sounion's blue flag beaches to admire the sunset or swim in the paradisical Aegean Sea. After the tour, travel in comfort back to your accommodation in Athens.

Includes
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation in an air-conditioned minivan
  • English-speaking driver
  • Tour leader
  • Local taxes
  • Entrance fees (5 euros November-March / 10 Euros April-October)
  • Tips (optional)

Select participants and date

Participants

Date

Important information

What to bring

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

Know before you go

  • You will receive an email after booking from the activity provider with your exact pickup details 24 hours prior departure
  • Starting time may vary based on the sunset time of each month
  • This is a small-group tour with a maximum of 16 people
  • During the tour you may have the chance to swim so bring a swimsuit and towel
  • Afternoon departure is roughly 4:00 PM, depending on the sunset. Winter departure (between November to March) is roughly 3:00 PM
  • The beach stop starts at the end of April and finishes by October
  • The private option allows you to choose a departure time that best fits your schedule; this tour option is ideal for large families, groups of friends, or cruise ships passengers
Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 772 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.4/5
  • Safety
    4.6/5

Sort by:

Traveler type:

Star rating:

Excellent tour. Knowledgeable tour guides (Lili, AND a historian, AND an archaeologist!). Genial and safe driver (Alex) with a very clean and new minibus. Co-operative sunny weather despite the winds and just a little nip in the air. The Temple and sunset were majestic and did not disappoint. A small friendly group made for an amiable experience. Thank you!

Read more

March 19, 2023

Great experience, kind tour guides and many historical stories about myths and the Athens surroundings. The drop-off we wanted to sightsee a different area than our hotel one, no problem dropping us off somewhere else on the route. Ask for (restaurant) tips, they are great. Thanks all for our experience

March 19, 2023

Great tour in a very small group with a very knowledgeable, kind and fun guide (‘Gabi’ - her name was Carnation in Greek) and Alex (a very professional, safe and pleasant driver). Gabi is an archaeologist by training who was able to provide the right mix of historical, mythological, fun/silly facts and current Greek affairs information. We thoroughly recommend them. We are just back from the local fish tavern that she recommended. It was wonderful! Thanks

Read more

March 18, 2023

Product ID: 102461