Temple of Poseidon: Athenian Riviera Tour

Discover Cape Sounion’s Temple of Poseidon on a private, customizable tour from Athens. Enjoy historic sites, seaside dining, and a stunning sunset.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Glyfada - Often called the Athens Riviera, this stunning coastal region is situated in the southern suburbs of Athens, Greece’s capital. It stretches along the Saronic Gulf, providing a beautiful contrast to Athens’ lively urban setting. The Athenian Riviera boasts a scenic coastline that spans approximately 70 kilometers (43 miles) along the…
What's Included
  • On-board WiFi
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Fuel and tolls
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • English speaking Driver with deep knowledge of history not licensed to accompany you to any sight
What's Not Included
  • Licensed tour guide upon request, depending on availability (Additional Cost 70 Euro per hours)
  • Entrance fees for Poseidon Temple
  • Dinner or Lunch
  • Airport/ Port pick up
Additional Information

Why choose our tour?
This tour offers more than just sightseeing — it provides a memorable journey that immerses you in the essence of Athens like never before.
Leave the city behind and explore the breathtaking Athenian Riviera on a remarkable 5-hour private tour to the legendary Cape Sounio. Relish a picturesque coastal drive through charming seaside…

Location
Glyfada
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Nikolaosp867
Mar 13, 2026
A day in Sounio. - The Cape Sounio tour turned out to be one of the most relaxing and beautiful experiences we had during our stay in Athens. The drive along the Athenian Riviera offered amazing coastal views, and arriving at the Temple of Poseidon was simply breathtaking. Seeing the ancient temple standing above the Aegean Sea is something photos really can’t capture. Our guide shared interesting stories about Greek mythology and the history of the site while giving us enough time to explore and take pictures. If you’re looking for a scenic half-day trip from Athens with history and incredible views, this tour is definitely worth it.Strongly recommended.
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Kberty1
Mar 10, 2026
Half of an afternoon spent with an amazing driver. Dimitri ultimate goal was the temple of Poseidon something not to be - We had a wonderful time on our tour. Dimitri was a fantastic driver and was able to tell us all about the journey. It was very personal and very understandable. Dimitri took us to places that we could only dreamed of going. The Poseidon temple was amazing. The scenery was unbelievable. Please book this and put it on your list to see.
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Sunshine95512
Feb 12, 2026
Cape sounio - For breathtaking views and a relaxing escape from the city, this Cape Sounio private tour is unbeatable. The coastal drive along the Athenian Riviera is stunning, and the Temple of Poseidon overlooking the Aegean Sea is simply unforgettable — especially at sunset. Comfortable transport, expert guidance, and plenty of time for photos make this one of the best half-day tours from Athens. If you want a memorable highlight of your trip, this is it. Very professionals strongly recommended. We will have also Athens tour with this agency.
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Kathy
Dec 14, 2025
If you need a great driver and guide in Athens, call Maria! - Maria was amazing. She drove us from Athens to the Poseidon temple. The drive on the Athens Riviera was beautiful and Maria was a wonderful host and Driver. Her vehicle was impeccable and comfortable and we had a wonderful time. I would highly recommend Maria !!!!
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Giannoulad2020
Nov 4, 2025
Amazing food! - We loved our sunset tour to Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion! Our driver was very willing, kind and full of interesting stories about the coast. The golden-hour views were absolutely magical, the car was comfortable, and everything felt effortless. The scenery was fantastic.A top choice if you want a relaxed half-day escape from Athens. We loved the seafood restaurant. Thanks Kyriakos we really appreciate. Highly recommended.
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Sharons_m
Oct 24, 2025
Dimitrios is excellent. ... - Dimitrios is excellent. I went with my friend and he drove both of us around Athens to look at the famous sites in the city. Then he drove along the cape and told us the sites along the way. We stopped by the lake for a little bit and few other view points for photos. We really want to stay for the sunset at the temple of poseidon. He's flexible and we stayed and watch the sunset. We took a lot of pictures with the sunset. It is really nice to see the temple as the sun rays light on it. In summary, Dimitrios is informative and flexible to our schedule.
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S5394ausharonm
Oct 24, 2025
Excellent experience - Dimitrios is excellent. I went with my friend and he drove both of us around Athens to look at the famous sites in the city. Then he drove along the cape and told us the sites along the way. We stopped by the lake for a little bit and few other view points for photos. We really want to stay for the sunset at the temple of poseidon. He's flexible and we stayed and watch the sunset. We took a lot of pictures with the sunset. It is really nice to see the temple as the sun rays light on it. In summary, Dimitrios is informative and flexible to our schedule.
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Scottaq5113em
Oct 13, 2025
A Must Do - Dimitrios is an awesome guide. Not only is he a font of historical knowledge but he also offers a unique Greek point of view on Greek history, both ancient and recent. I’m not sure what I enjoyed more, the actual destination or the conversation during the journey. As for the temple site here is a significant amount of colonades, walls and pathways that enable you to put yourself right in the timeframe of the temples heyday. Should you have the pleasure to book with Dimitrios be sure to have him tell you how the Aegean Sea got its name?
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J5887kmandreah
Jul 30, 2025
Best visit to Temple of Zeus - We booked a trip to Cap Sounion from Athens. Our driver and the owner of the company Demetrious included a stop to swim what we loved. He was incredibly friendly, helpful and very knowledgeable regarding history and recent events. We enjoyed a wonderful trip to the temple of Zeus and had a great time.
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Maria_s
Sep 26, 2025
Private tour - The tour guide was very nice but most of the trip was just driving and for the price it seemed to be lackluster. It’s not about the tour guide but the structure of the experience based on the price point.
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up to 4 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).