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Cape Sounion Temple Poseidon Tour
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2,869 Ratings
Athens
Embark on a half-day small-group tour from Athens to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon. Experience stunning coastal views, visit the ancient temple, and enjoy a sunset like no other.
Embark on a half-day small-group tour from Athens to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon. Experience stunning coastal views, visit the ancient temple, and enjoy a sunset like no other.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Athens - This half-day small-group tour starts with a pickup from your hotel or apartment. If your accommodation is in a pedestrian area or otherwise inaccessible, we will designate a nearby location for pickup.
- Glyfada Beach - Travel along coastal roads through some of Athens’ most beautiful suburbs (Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, Varkiza), enjoying…
- Athens - This half-day small-group tour starts with a pickup from your hotel or apartment. If your accommodation is in a pedestrian area or otherwise inaccessible, we will designate a nearby location for pickup.
- Glyfada Beach - Travel along coastal roads through some of Athens’ most beautiful suburbs (Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, Varkiza), enjoying stunning views of the Saronic Gulf and the modern southern suburbs of Athens.
- Lake Vouliagmeni - Make a brief stop for incredible photos at one of Athens’ most photographed spots. Vouliagmeni Lake, formed by a volcanic eruption, lies below sea level. A lake by the sea, it is truly unique!
- Sounio Beach - After a 50-minute drive along the coastal road, passing idyllic beaches and small villages, you’ll arrive at a nearby beach. Relax by the deep blue waters of the Aegean Sea and enjoy refreshments, a beer, or a light meal. Swimming is available, so remember to bring your swimsuits and beach towels.
Please note that the beach stop is available from May 1 to October 31. You are welcome to use the public beach area and the public changing rooms, bathrooms, and showers at no cost. However, if you wish to use organized facilities such as sunbeds, umbrellas, etc., additional fees will apply, payable directly to the beach businesses that provide these services. Our agency is not affiliated with these businesses, and these costs are not included in the price of our activity.
- Temple of Poseidon - The final stop is at the site of a temple dedicated to Poseidon, the god of the sea. Your host driver-guide will provide background information about the 5th-century B.C. temple. Enjoy free time to watch the famous sunset if you opt for the sunset tour.
- Athens - Shortly after sunset, we will drive back to Athens, concluding the tour with a drop-off at your hotel or apartment.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Tour escort/host
- Local taxes included
- Air-conditioned minivan transport
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Tour escort/host
- Local taxes included
- Air-conditioned minivan transport
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees
- Entrance fees
- Costs of using the beach organized facilities, such as sunbeds, umbrellas etc
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees
- Entrance fees
- Costs of using the beach organized facilities, such as sunbeds, umbrellas etc
Additional Information
Discover the enchanting beauty of Greece with our Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon tour, available in both morning and sunset options. Each tour provides a distinct experience of this breathtaking area, featuring scenic photo opportunities such as the charming Vouliagmeni Lake.
The journey itself is delightful, offering views of the sparkling Saronic…
Discover the enchanting beauty of Greece with our Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon tour, available in both morning and sunset options. Each tour provides a distinct experience of this breathtaking area, featuring scenic photo opportunities such as the charming Vouliagmeni Lake.
The journey itself is delightful, offering views of the sparkling Saronic Gulf and the quaint suburbs of Athens. The highlight, the Temple of Poseidon, stands majestically on the cliffs of Cape Sounion, where history and mythology come to life.
As the sun sets, the sky and sea are adorned with vibrant hues, creating a magical backdrop for the ancient temple. It’s a stunning sight, perfect for capturing unforgettable photos.
From early May to late October, both tours include a beach stop for a refreshing swim and a leisurely seaside lunch.
Perfect for history enthusiasts, nature admirers, or anyone seeking a unique day out, this tour is a fantastic way to explore the Greek coastline and its ancient marvels.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Bring your swimwear and beach towels in case you wish to swim during our beach stop (May to October)
- Departure time is adjusted to the sunset time of each period (Sunset tour option)
- We allow 19 travelers per Product. Since Viator allows only 15 persons per booking, If you are a group of more than 15 persons , you can book seperately but still be in one group on the same minibus. Just put this as a remark in your booking.
- Kindly notice that the beach stop is available from early May to late October. You are welcome to use the public beach area and the public changing rooms, bathrooms, and showers at no cost. However, if you wish to use organized facilities such as sunbeds, umbrellas, etc., additional fees will apply, payable directly to the beach businesses that provide these services. Our agency is not affiliated with these businesses, and these costs are not included in our activity.
- The exact opening and closing dates of our beach stop vary each year, depending on several factors. If you’re planning to visit in early May or late October and want to confirm if we’re operating the beach stop, feel free to send us a message through the Viator messaging section.
Location
Athens
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Paul
Jul 18, 2025
Wow, so good - What a spectacular afternoon our guide was amazing so knowledgeable and friendly. A very peaceful place, with an easy walk to get to the site. Highly recommended.
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Allen_c
Jul 18, 2025
A great half day trip! - A great experience. We were picked up on time at our hotel. The van was very comfortable and our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about Greek history. Only criticism was stopping for dinner and possible swim. Glad we decided to eat first. Was no time to swim and we had to rush dinner. There were three groups from the tour at the Resturant (we were the only customers). Food was great. However, there was no hurry to deliver our food. After waiting for more than 30 minutes, I had to notify the server that the three groups in the Resturant were all part of the tour group and we were on a deadline. Still, we only had 15 minutes to eat our entree and settle our bill. Resturant card machine would not work so glad we had cash. Resturant comments had nothing to do with tour company - just a note to let resturant know up front of your time constraint (which was 75 minutes for us). Sights at Poseidon were beautiful. Large crowd at the site, yet everyone seemed to enjoy the beautiful sunset. I highly recommend the tour.
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Catherine_o
Jul 16, 2025
Blend of history and relaxation - This tour was a great mix of history, sightseeing, and relaxation. The beach stop was beautiful and a great place to swim. (I even saw a few fish!) The beach bar had good food and drinks available for a casual dinner as well. The Temple of Poseidon itself was interesting and a great place to watch the sunset. Just don’t be THOSE tourists—follow the signs asking you not to stand on the marble in order to preserve it for the future. The time spent in the minibus was also fun; our guide provided interesting points of history and asked fun-fact questions about Greek mythology and history. I would certainly recommend this tour.
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Dinag1966
Jul 16, 2025
Cape Sounion Tour was... - Cape Sounion Tour was great. We also visited Lake Vouliagmeni and a beach stop over for a swim and lunch (at own expense). Maria tour guide was lovely and informative.
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Expedition263816
Jul 16, 2025
Beautiful sunset trip against the Temple of Poseidon - Excellent trip, especially the sunset views, in today’s busy times, always a luxury to sit and watch the sunset. The temple of Poseidon is also worth visiting. Special thanks to our tour guide Athena & Salvador.
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Kristakuhnertgainer
Jul 15, 2025
We loved this excursion.... - We loved this excursion. The whole trip was beautiful. I enjoyed the stops to temple of Poseidon and the sunset was phenomenal there over the sea. Highly recommend
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Dorene_b
Jul 15, 2025
It was good. Anna had to... - It was good. Anna had to keep remembering to talk into the microphone cause when she turned her head we couldn’t hear her cause of the AC running. Honestly expected prettier/nicer beach at the swim stop. (I know not in your control. We Liked her stories and recommendations.
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Paul_t
Jul 15, 2025
Sounion sunset - Great guide. Fantastic location. All in all, a really nice trip to see an amazing piece of history and a sunset
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Mrnc_t
Jul 16, 2025
Good but can be improved - Ok but a little disappointing; especially an unnecessary 90 minute stop at a very ordinary beach where you’re just left to your own devices. Of course, no one wanted to swim or get wet as we were heading to the main stop after so this bit is quite poorly thought out. Cape Poseidon itself is lovely and a great spot, but just be mindful of the rather pointless beach stop. Note, you do need to sort your own tickets at Cape Poseidon and you will be left on your own to explore, there is no guided element.
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Lauren_h
Jul 16, 2025
Disappointing experience overall - Unfortunately, we were disappointed with this tour.
It started off well with the hotel pick-up, and we liked the air-conditioned minibus. The first stop, Lake Vouliagmeni, was nice but it’s literally just a 5-minute photo op, so bear that in mind.
As we approached the beach, our second stop, the guide ran through some fairly basic Greek history that amounted to shouting out the roles/domains of the Greek gods and goddesses, to which we were to respond with the names. It all felt a little silly and juvenile.
Upon reaching the beach, we were immediately disappointed. Greece is obviously a beautiful country with many amazing beaches, and while this one was ‘fine’, it felt very mediocre in terms of the facilities and overall feel. We had over an hour there, which was way too long. And while there was no obligation to eat, we were pretty bored and reluctantly ordered some disappointing food. The guide sat at a separate table with her friends throughout, which felt a little strange.
On we went to the main stop of the day, the Temple of Poseidon. Before we reached the site, we stopped by the side of the road where the guide showed us some laminated pictures of different column types etc. It felt like we could have just skipped this part and spent more time at the temple itself, especially given the €20 entrance fee per person.
Upon arrival at the temple, we were left to our own devices. We were advised to use the toilet facilities straightaway if needed, as they apparently get very busy post-sunset. Unfortunately there was only one functioning toilet for the ladies, which meant a long wait and an unpleasant experience dodging overflowing water. Considering the €20 entrance fee, there needs to be better facilities. This just wasn’t good enough. There was also a huge queue for the bar/restaurant. Obviously this is beyond the tour company’s control, but they should be liaising with whoever runs the temple and passing on this feedback.
Once we were done with the sunset (which was great - it’s a sunset in Greece), we drove back to Athens in silence.
All in all, it felt like a glorified taxi service rather than a tour. While she was a pleasant enough woman, the guide did seem quite inexperienced and not particularly passionate. Compared to other tours we’ve done in various countries, this one just didn’t seem worth the price point and we would not recommend it.
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