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title: Cape Sounio, Temple of Poseidon, Athenian Riviera Private Tour from Athens
lang: en
type: tour
city: Athens
country: Greece
price: 112
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.94
reviews: 141
duration_minutes: 240
duration_max_minutes: 300
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 8 of 30 (Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-22
data_updated: 2026-10-22
canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/tours/cape-sounio-temple-of-poseidon-athenian-riviera-private-tour-from-athens/
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# Cape Sounio, Temple of Poseidon, Athenian Riviera Private Tour from Athens

In our comparison: #8 of 30 in Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

The lacy coastal road that begins in the Athenian suburb of Glyfada and winds its way through Vouliagmeni and Lagonisi to reach Cape Sounio is one of Attica’s most sublime routes. Small beaches with their sandy shores or rocky stretches, crystal-clear sparkling water and a perfectly blue sky accompany you along the way and delight the senses, mind, and soul of anyone taking this gorgeous route to get to one of Greece’s most idyllic spots, Cape Sounio.

From a distance, your gaze is captivated by the ruins of the temple of Poseidon, commanding, stunning, a characteristic example of classical architecture of the 5th century BC. This is the spot that the ancient Athenians chose to honor their god Poseidon, within a fortress constructed to protect their coastline.

Millions of visitors from around the globe also come here to gaze upon the sun setting into the arms of the Saronic Gulf. A memory that stays with them for a lifetime...

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- 21 start times: between 08:00 and 18:00
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €112 per person
- Duration: 4h–5h
- Rating: 4.94/5 from 141 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: My Athens Transfers
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 21 start times between 08:00 and 18:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22

## Reviews

4.94 from 141 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 139 of 141.

- 5 stars: 136 (96%)
- 4 stars: 3 (2%)
- 3 stars: 1 (1%)
- 2 stars: 1 (1%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

## What's included

- Private transportation
- WiFi on board
- Bottled water
- Professional drivers with deep knowledge of history (not licensed to accompany you in any site)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel/ port pickup and drop-off

## Not included

- Licensed tour guide (upon request and depending on availability)
- Gratuities
- Sounio & Temple of Poseidon (can be purchased only on-site)
- Airport pick-up and drop-off upon request (Additional cost)

## Itinerary

1. **Athens** (1h 30m) - Pick up from your hotel, apartment, Airbnb, Athens airport, or Piraeus port. We need about 1,5 hours to get to Sounio.
2. **Glyfada** (pass by, no stop) - is a suburb in South Athens located in the Athens Riviera. It is situated in the southern parts of Athens' urban area. The area stretches from the foot of the Hymettus mountain to the Saronic Gulf. It is the largest of Athens' southern suburbs.
3. **Voula** (pass by, no stop) - is a southern suburb of Athens.
4. **Vouliagmeni** (pass by, no stop) - is a seaside suburb and former municipality 20 km south of Athens city center.
5. **Varkiza** (pass by, no stop) - , also Alianthos, is a suburb of greater Athens forming part of the municipality of Vari-Voula-Vouliagmeni in southern Attica
6. **Anavyssos** (pass by, no stop) - is a town and a former municipality in East Attica.
7. **Cape Sounion is the promontory at the southernmost tip of the Attic peninsula...** (45m) - Cape Sounion is the promontory at the southernmost tip of the Attic peninsula, 8 kilometers (5.0 mi) south of the town of Lavrio (ancient Thoricus), and 70 kilometers (43 mi) southeast of Athens. It is part of Lavreotiki municipality, East Attica. It is 59.6 km away from...
8. **Temple of Poseidon** (45m) - The ancient Greek temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, built during 444–440 BC, is one of the major monuments of the Golden Age of Athens. A Doric temple, overlooks the sea at the end of Cape Sounion, at a height of almost 60 meters (200 ft).
9. **Lake Vouliagmeni** (10m) - During our return to the city of Athens, we will stop at one of the most idyllic places for photos. Vouliagmeni Lake, in the heart of the Athenian Riviera, is the hidden treasure of Attica's nature. Lake Vouliagmeni ("Sunken Lake") is a small brackish-water lake fed by...

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 21 start times between 08:00 and 18:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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

## Good to know

- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Our drivers are not official tour guides, but they are knowledgeable and can provide fascinating commentary in fluent English. Although they will not enter the archaeological sites with you, they can answer all of your questions about the places you visit with this tour.
- The Temple of Poseidon at Sounio is closing 30 minutes before sunset. The sunset from November to April is around 17:00.
- Third party activities and especially extreme sports are not allowed during the tour. This can be a cause for immediate cancellation of the tour.
- Airport pick-up and drop-off upon request (Additional cost)

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €224 | €112 |
| 4 | €260 | €65 |
| 6 | €300 | €50 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon start at €28 per person.

## Compared with other Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #8 of 30** | €112 | 4h–5h | 4.94 (141) | private |
| [Lake Vouliagmeni Thermal Spa And Temple Of Poseidon Private Full Day Tour](/greece/athens/tours/lake-vouliagmeni-thermal-spa-and-temple-of-poseidon-private-full-day-tour/?format=md) | €142 | 6h | 4.95 (710) | private |
| [Cape Sounio & Temple Of Poseidon Breathtaking Views Private Trip](/greece/athens/tours/cape-sounio-temple-of-poseidon-breathtaking-views-private-trip/?format=md) | €124 | 3h | 4.96 (385) | private |
| [Athens Best and Cape Sounion, Poseidon's Temple Private Day Tour](/greece/athens/tours/athens-best-and-cape-sounion-poseidon-s-temple-private-day-tour/?format=md) | €210 | 8h | 4.99 (160) | private |

Ranked #8 of 30 in Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €28 to €301, median €125; typical length 5h. 21 of 30 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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