--- title: Sounio Sea Kayak Tour to the Temple of Poseidon full program lang: en type: tour city: Athens country: Greece price: 215 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.97 reviews: 131 duration_minutes: 480 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 5 of 30 (Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/tours/sounio-sea-kayak-tour-to-the-temple-of-poseidon-full-program/ --- # Sounio Sea Kayak Tour to the Temple of Poseidon full program In our comparison: #5 of 30 in Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Prepare yourselves for the one and only sea kayaking experience that Athens has to offer! Admire stunning views from the seaside along the Athenian Riviera all the way to Cape Sounio and to the famous Temple of Poseidon! En route you will have the chance of having a light snack on one of the islets. Upon arrival to Cape Sounio, visit the famous temple and end your day with a marvelous meal, enjoying unique views and the sunset of the Saronic gulf. There is a maximum of 10 participants for this tour. ## Before you book - Pickup differs by option: Hotel pickup only on 1 of 2 options (With Pickup) - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Max 10 people: small group - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 4 start times: between 09:00 and 16:00 - Food included: Snacks, Lunch - Age rule: Minimum age is 10 years **Pickup:** Hotel pickup only on 1 of 2 options (With Pickup) ## Key facts - Price: from €215 per person for the Without Pick Up option; other options up to €305 - Duration: 8h - Rating: 4.97/5 from 131 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: TREKKING HELLAS - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Shared, up to 10 travellers - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 09:00, 10:00, 15:00, 16:00 - Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.97 from 131 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 130 of 131. - 5 stars: 128 (98%) - 4 stars: 2 (2%) - 3 stars: 1 (1%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Without Pick Up | €215 / person (for 2+ people) | English | - | | With Pickup | €305 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Pickup included | ## What's included - Snacks - Lunch - Sounio Temple - Hotel/port pickup and drop-off - Kayaking equipment - BCU certified guide(s) ## Not included - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Temple of Poseidon** (1h; admission included) - The Temple of Poseidon rises proudly at the edge of a towering cliff, its white marble columns glowing against the deep blue of the Aegean Sea. Winds carry the scent of salt and cedar through the ancient ruins, where the rhythm of the waves below seems to echo the footsteps... 2. **Legrena Beach** (1h) - in Athens: Getting its name from the namesake nearby village, Legrena Beach is a seashore within close distance from Sounio and the Temple of Poseidon! It boasts fine, golden sand across its length, crystal-clear waters, and rocky seabed, making it a great snorkeling... 3. **Sounio Beach** (2m) - The beachside right next to the Temple of Poseidon. This is where the meeting point is and where you will have your meal too. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00, 10:00, 15:00, 16:00 - 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. ## Meeting point Please meet the guide(s) outside the taverna Akrogiali, at 10.00am. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Children must be accompanied by an adult - Minimum age is 10 years - Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking - A minimum of 2 people per booking is required - Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints, or other serious medical conditions - All passenger heights and weights MUST be advised at time of booking - Please wear a swimsuit, hat, and shoes that can get wet - For this tour, guests should NOT exceed the limit of : 280kg (617lbs) per couple/pair for a double sea kayak -- 120 kg approx. maximum per participant 2m (6,5 ft) each This is mostly for safety reasons but also for the guests’ comfort, following the technical specifications of the manufacturer of our kayaks’ fleet. Thanks for your understanding. For any further question, please do not hesitate to contact us. ## Compared with other Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #5 of 30** | €215 | 8h | 4.97 (131) | shared, max 10 | | [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 #5 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. Full list: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/cape-sounion-tours/?format=md ## More in Athens - All Athens tours: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/tours/sounio-sea-kayak-tour-to-the-temple-of-poseidon-full-program/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/?format=md