Day Trips from Athens to Lake Vouliagmeni

Even if you only have a day in Athens, pack the city’s essential sights—from ancient wonders like the Acropolis to the Changing of the Guard and the Athenian Trilogy—into just a few hours on this private door-to-door tour. As well as the city, discover the Riviera, taking in Lake Vouliagmeni and the clifftop Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion. All entrance fees are at your own expense.

Escape the city and experience the Athens Riviera without the hassle of driving coastal roads or planning a sunset itinerary on your own. This private tour combines scenic seaside views with the flexibility to travel at your own pace, stopping at Lake Vouliagmeni before continuing to Cape Sounio. Enjoy a relaxing way to experience one of the region’s most memorable sunset settings.

Getting around Athens and the Athenian Riviera to Cape Sounion by public transport and eat into your sightseeing time. Save hours and cover more ground with this private driving tour with an English-speaking driver at the wheel. Take in the Acropolis and Greek Parliament before heading out of the city to skirt the coastline as far as Cape Sounion to admire the Temple of Poseidon as the sun begins to set. All entrance fees at your expense.

Get an in-depth understanding of Athens and Cape Sounio with ease—without the hassle of self-driving or navigating a complex itinerary—on this full-day private tour. Depart from your Athens accommodation in an air-conditioned vehicle and head to the Acropolis (entrance fee extra), Hellenic Parliament, and modern Olympic Stadium. Then, head to Cape Sounio to visit the Temple of Poseidon (entrance fee extra).

Make the most of your day in Athens and cover all the city’s top sights plus the Temple of Poseidon on Cape Sounion without getting footsore with this private driving tour. Save time with included hotel pickup, then take in highlights like the Acropolis, Temple of Olympian Zeus, and Monastiraki. As the sun begins to set, head to Cape Sounion to admire the Temple of Poseidon at dusk.

Visit one of Greece’s most picturesque coastal viewpoints on a half-day small-group tour from Athens to Cape Sounion. Travel by minivan along south Attica’s scenic shoreline roads to reach the ancient Temple of Poseidon, built atop a towering sea cliff with fantastic views of the Aegean. Explore the ruins of this temple dedicated to the Greek god of the sea, and opt for an afternoon tour to catch a famously beautiful sunset.

If you only have one day to see Athens, this comprehensive full-day tour covers all the highlights. Start with city sightseeing: visit the Acropolis and Parthenon, browse the Monastiraki market, and explore the Old Town of Plaka. After free time for lunch, set out along the Athens Riviera to Vouliagmeni Lake and Anavyssos Beach. Finally, arrive at the Temple of Poseidon in time to watch the sunset from the sea cliffs.

There is so much to explore in Athens, but hours of walking around in the heat can be exhausting. Save your step-count and skip the stress of navigating public transport on an air-conditioned private vehicle tour of the city. Sit back and relax as you watch the city go by, and hop out to explore its landmarks such as the Acropolis and Mount Lycabettus.

Dig deeper into Greece’s ancient history and natural beauty on a day trip from Athens with a private driver. After a pickup from your Athens hotel, head to Sounion via a scenic coastal route. Explore the picturesque cape, beach, and Lake Vouliagmeni, and enjoy views of the Temple of Poseidon. You can opt to include the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Acropolis and its museum, if you like.

This tour helps you to tick off an ancient Greek temple and a beautiful lake with thermal water on the same trip. Instead of waiting at bus stops, make your hours go further by securing stress-free private transportation to take you between sites. First stop at Lake Vouliagmeni, which is known for its warm thermal water. Then later, visit Cape Sounion, where you can see the magnificent Temple of Poseidon.

Escape the bustle of the big city for half a day—and enjoy a pampering, natural spa experience—on this private, half-day tour to Lake Vouliagmeni on the Athenian Riviera. Following morning departure from your hotel, travel via air-conditioned vehicle to the lake (admission own expense), located amidst a dramatic natural setting. Soak in the always-warm mineral waters, and upgrade to enjoy a traditional Greek taverna lunch afterwards.

Athens runs hot through the afternoon, and the Temple of Poseidon is at its best as the day cools and the light drops. This evening tour times it right, heading out along the Athens Riviera with a stop to swim in the mineral-rich waters of Vouliagmeni Lake first. From there, you reach Cape Sounion to explore clifftop temple and watch the sun set over the Aegean before the drive back to Athens.

Soak up the sights of Athens and the Riviera without worrying about negotiating traffic or finding parking on this private tour led by a local driver, who also recommends a restaurant for you to enjoy lunch (own expense). Your package includes skip-the-line tickets for the Acropolis, the Temple of Zeus, and the Ancient Agora of Athens.

A single day in Athens means choosing carefully and not losing time to parking or navigation. Cover the main sights door to door on a private full-day tour, taking in the Acropolis, the Athenian Trilogy, the Changing of the Guard, and the Temple of Zeus, then heading out to the clifftop Temple of Poseidon for views over the sea.

The Temple of Poseidon sits out at Cape Sounion, an hour-plus from Athens through traffic that's tiring to drive yourself. Hand the driving to a guide instead, and enjoy a relaxed journey, followed by time to swim in the mineral-rich waters of Lake Vouliagmeni and an olive-oil tasting among old groves on the way. The clifftop temple caps the day.

Begin with a comfortable pickup from your hotel and a scenic drive along the coastline. All the groups are small groups up to 6 people..Your first stop is a local bakery, known for its fresh pies Enjoy traditional spanakopita, creamy bougatsa, and a freshly brewed Greek coffee and meet locals doing the same! Continue to the spectacular Lake Vouliagmeni, a natural thermal lake famous for its warm ,healing waters. Relax and swim in this scenic setting, let the "spa" fish eat your dead skin and get life lasting photos. After your swim, head to a family-run taverna located few metres from the waters. Try authentic dishes ,home cooked meals combined with some wine, a cold beer or some ouzo. Before your day comes to an end, enjoy a sweet stop for loukoumades, the famous Greek honey puffs served warm with honey or chocolate. It’s the perfect dessert to complete your culinary journey. Finally,we will drive you smoothly back to Athens for the drop off, ending a day full of memories.

Take a trip from Athens to the sea for a trip to Cape Sounion, home to the Temple of Poseidon. With a private guide, drive along the Saronic Gulf and admire the beautiful beaches that dot the coastline as you make your way to the temple. Take a tour of the temple, admiring the towering white marble pillars that dominate the skyline, and learning about the area’s ancient history.

Embark on a full-day journey to view the Sounion sunset. Discover the hidden gems of Athens, relish the beauty of Lake Vouliagmeni, and take in scenes of the riviera. Escape the chaos of the city as you enjoy convenient roundtrip transportation from your hotel. Join a small group for a personalized adventure in the countryside and become one with your natural surroundings, immersing yourself in the local culture and gathering firsthand knowledge.

It's nice to be a time traveler in a city like Athens! Athens is the oldest and most historic city in Europe. It is not only the city of the ancient philosophers of the classical era, even though its appearance refers directly to Ancient Greece. Literally everyone "passed" through Athens, they have "passed" and left their mark, civilizations that have either "integrated" into the identity of the modern Greek or not. It would be best to do this tour in the first few days of your stay in Athens, so you can get an overview. I will tell you about everything and you will see almost everything, so you can decide what is really worth doing during your stay.

Famed for the majestic sunsets that frame the ancient Temple of Poseidon, Cape Sounion is one of the most beautiful sights in the Athens area. Discover it in the comfort of a Mercedes-Benz vehicle with onboard Wi-Fi and chilled water on this private shore excursion, with 2-way transfers direct from Piraeus Cruise Port. Please note: entrance fees to the temple and Lake Vouliagmeni are at your own expense.

Whether it's your first time in Athens or you're a repeat visitor, see the best of the Greek capital the easy way on an expertly planned tour that packs in all the essential sights plus a visit to Cape Sounion. Explore ancient history and modern Greek culture, from the Acropolis to the changing of the guard ceremony, then head north to the Peloponnese for stunning views from the clifftop Temple of Poseidon—the Greek god of the sea.

Experience the Athenian Riviera and Cape Sounion with ease on this private tour. Depart from your Athens accommodation with hotel pickup in a private vehicle and hear about the area on the outskirts of Athens from your driver. Upon arrival at Cape Sounion, take time to explore the Temple of Poseidon independently and at your own pace.

Venture outside of Athens to explore the Athenian Riviera and Cape Sounion when you book this private tour. Discover the upscale neighborhoods of Glyfada, Voula, Vouliagmeni, and Varkiza before visiting the mineral-rich Lake Vouliagmeni which is known for its therapeutic properties. Visit the ancient Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion and conclude with a seafood meal at a traditional Greek tavern (own expense).