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- Port Pickup
- Private Sightseeing Tours
Sounion Sunset Private Tour
- Duration5 hours
- GroupPrivate tour
- EntrySkip the line
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesEnglish
- BookingInstant confirmation
About this activity
Follow one of the most scenic routes in Attica and the Saronic Gulf, combining mythology, natural beauty, and seaside luxury in a unique experience. The drive along the Avenue of Poseidon offers constant sea views before reaching the turquoise waters of Lake Vouliagmeni, a rare natural lagoon known for its thermal waters and serene atmosphere. The route continues through elegant coastal areas like Varkiza and Lagonisi, showcasing the refined Riviera lifestyle of Athens. The highlight is the iconic Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, dramatically positioned on a cliff above the Aegean Sea, where mythology and sunset views create an unforgettable moment.
Flexible private tours tailored to your needs. Professional, certified English-speaking tour drivers. Latest-model Mercedes vehicles (sedans, minivans & minibuses), licensed for tourist use. Exceptional client feedback worldwide. Dedicated customer service. Extensive network of licensed, experienced guides on request.
What to expect
Avenue of Poseidon (Poseidornos)
Avenue of Poseidon, Greece
On your way towards the Temple of Poseidon, you will have the potentiality to absorb the southern suburbs of Athens, such as Old Faliron, Alimos and Glyfada. It is an undeniable fact that these areas are considered to be the most up-scaled ones of Attica. Moreover, the traveler is given the opportunity to observe coastline of Attica full of private and public marines, shops and cafes.
Limni Vouliagmenis
Limni Vouliagmenis, Greece
A short stop for pictures will be made at Vouliagmeni Lake. The lagoon formed about 2,000 years ago. It was once a large cavern that collapsed following an earthquake. The outline of the collapsed cavern roof can be clearly discerned from a distance. The lake has quite unique environmental conditions: it is supplied with warm seawater (28-35ºCelsius) via an underground channel spreading through a network of flooded caves, so its temperature never drops below 18 °C (usually ranges around 21-24 °C), whereas a freshwater spring reduces its salinity to brackish levels (14.5-18 psu). Because of its constant warm water temperature and its rich content in hydrogen sulphide, the lake functions as a spa since the end of the 19th century.
Varkiza
Varkiza, Greece
Varkiza is a picturesque sea-side village in the middle of the way to Cape Sounion. The area is very popular to Athenians for short excursions due to its beaches, shops and clubs.
Temple of Poseidon
Cape Sounio, Sounio, 195 00, Greece
The Temple of Poseidon is built on top of the hill, exactly at the meeting point of the Saronic Sea with the Aegean Sea. The temple was dedicated to God Poseidon, the lord of the Sea and it was there where all the sailors offered a last sacrifice to appease God Poseidon before leaving the safety of the Saronic Golf. According to Greek mythology, the Cape Sounion was the point from which Greek King Aegeus flung himself off the cliff to his death, upon the mistaken belief that his son had died. This ancient tragic tale involves a theme that is still used in modern story-telling today.
Lagonisi
Lagonisi, Greece
On the way back to Athens, the visitor will enjoy the Greek traditional cuisine at a local tavern with a view to the sea.
Pickup & meeting point
Pickup is included for all travellers.
Pickup starts about 15 minutes before the departure time.
You can request a pickup location of your own.
Pickup locations366
The operator lists 366 pickup points. 40 are shown here; choose yours from the full list when you book.
Hotels & residences40
- Foivos Hotel Athens20 Kanari Konstadinou, Moschato, Athens, 183 44, Greece
- Alter Athens HotelZoodochou Pigis 100, Athens, 11473, Greece
- Zenith Hotel13 Xouthou, Omonoia Square, Athens, 104 32, Greece
- Athens City Plaza43 Veranzerou Street, Athens, 10432, Greece
- ZEUS Essence Wyndham Athens Residence2-4 Achilleos Street, Athens, 104 37, Greece
- Apollo Hotel10 Achilleos Street, Metaxourghio Square, Athens, 104 36, Greece
- Titania Hotel52 Panepistimiou Ave., Athens, 106 78, Greece
- Athens Zafolia HotelLeoforos Alexandras 87-89, Athens, 11474, Greece
- Philippos HotelMitseon 3, Athens, 117 42, Greece
- The Editor Athens Hotel5-7 Voreou, Karori, Athens, 10551, Greece
- Anixis23 Leoforos Marathonos, Athens, 145 65, Greece
- Crowne Plaza Athens - City Centre By IHGMichalacopoulou Street 50, Athens, 11528, Greece
- Novotel AthenesMichail Voda 4, Athens, 104 39, Greece
- Hotel Tier CollectionViktoros Ougko 31, Athens, 10437, Greece
- Hotel ByronVyronos 19, Athens, 10558, Greece
- Bob W Athens EolouVyssis 2, Athens, 105 51, Greece
- Ambrosia Suites52 Sokratous, Athens, 104 31, Greece
- Exarchion Hotel55 Themistokleous, Athens, 106 83, Greece
- Hotel Carolina55 Kolokotroni, Athens, 105 60, Greece
- Brazil Hotel62 Filis, Victoria Square, Athens, 104 34, Greece
- Hotel PhedraCherefontos 16, Athens, 105 58, Greece
- Royal Olympic Hotel28-34 Athanasiou Diakou Str., Athens, 117 43, Greece
- New Hotel16, Filellinon Str., 1 Navarchou Nikodimou Str., Syntagma Square, Athens, 105 57, Greece
- Tempi HotelAiolou 29, Athens, 105 51, Greece
- Jason Inn12 Agion Assomaton, Athens, 105 53, Greece
- Hotel Athinea7 Vilara, Athens, 104 37, Greece
- Art HotelMarni 27, Athens, 104 32, Greece
- Amazon HotelMitropoleos 19, Pentelis 7, Athens, 105 57, Greece
- Apollonion Hotel1 Leonidou, Athens, 104 37, Greece
- President Hotel43 Kifissias Avenue, Athens, 115 23, Greece
- Ilisia Hotel Athens25, Michalakopoulou Avenue, Athens, 115 28, Greece
- Museum Hotel16, Bouboulinas Str, Athens, 106 82, Greece
- Hotel StadionLeoforos Vasileos Konstantinou, Athens, 11635, Greece
- Best Western My Athens Hotel3 Keramikou, Kerameikou & Zinonos, Athens, 104 37, Greece
- Parthenon Hotel Athens, Vassilicos House of Hospitality6 Makri, Athens, 117 42, Greece
- Athens Ikon21 Mitropoleos, Syntagma, Athens, 105 57, Greece
- Polis Grand HotelVeranzerou 10, Athens, 104 32, Greece
- Leandros Hotel415 Leoforos Vouliagmenis, Athens, 163 46, Greece
- Hotel Akraion143 Leoforos Pedelis, Penteli-Melissia, Athens, 151 27, Greece
- Hotel Pergamos14 Acharnon, Vathis Square, Athens, 104 33, Greece
- You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.
Pickup instructions
Airport Pickup:Your driver will meet you upon your arrival at the Athens International Airport - “Eleftherios Venizelos”, at the customs exit, holding an H.P. Tours sign with your name on. Port pickup: Your driver will meet you at the Piraeus Port cruise ship terminal, holding an H.P. Tours sign with your name on. Notice that Piraeus port has three terminals, Terminal A, B and C. Depending on the terminal that your ship will dock at, your driver will be waiting for you at the corresponding exit. (e.g. If your ship docks at Terminal A, your driver will meet you at the Terminal A exit etc.) In case your ship docks at Terminal B or Terminal C and the corresponding exit gate is closed, you will need to take the shuttle bus to come to Terminal A (3 MIN RIDE), where your driver will be waiting for you.
Redemption
Attraction start point
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional Tour Drivers (Not licensed to accompany you into the sites)
Not included
- Entrance Fees to the Temple of Poseidon (20.00 Euros per adult)
- Dinner
- English-speaking licensed tour guide (Optional / 260 Euros payable in cash).Subject to availability.
- Airport pickup/drop-off on request (additional fee varies by vehicle type)
- Gratuities
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 15 travellers per booking
- Age bands: Traveler (0–120)
Additional information
- Infant car seats are available upon request
- Your tour is totally private. No unknown passengers will participate in your group.
Languages
- Guide
- English
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ days before100% refund
- 0–1 days before0% refund
Important booking information
- Booking cut-off
- Bookings close 10 hours before the activity starts.
- Confirmation
- Confirmed immediately after booking.
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- Europe/Athens
- Product code
- 92329P4
What you'll be asked when booking
- Age of each traveller
- First name of each traveller
- Last name of each traveller
- Your preferred pickup point
- Any special requirements
- Arrival airline
- Arrival flight number
- Departure airline
- Departure flight number
- Drop-off address
- How you are arriving
- Your arrival time
- Transfer departure date
- How you are departing
- Departure pickup address
- Transfer departure time
- Cruise arrival time
- Cruise ship name
- Cruise departure time
- Transfer rail arrival line
- Transfer rail arrival station
- Transfer rail departure line
- Transfer rail departure station
Traveller reviews
4.9/ 537 reviews
Ratings aggregated from Viator (11) and Tripadvisor (26).
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