Full Day Athens & Cape Sounion Tour Highlights & Poseidon Temple
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Athens, Greece
- 8 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
What's Included
- Private transportationOnly you and your party will take part in this tour.
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Guests will travel in a Mercedes E-class or a similar luxury sedan vehicle.
- Professional drivers with deep knowledge of history (not licensed to accompany you in any site)
- Visiting Acropolis is optional
- Entrance fee - Tickets for Poseidon's Temple are not included€20.00 per person
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
We will pick you up at the arrival hall. The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead travelers name.
Itinerary
1
Acropolis
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Hellenic Parliament
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Panathenaic Stadium
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Lycabettus Hill
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Academy of Athens
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Plaka
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
Limni Vouliagmenis
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Riviera (Pass By)
9
Temple of Poseidon
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 17 reviews
Ray_L, Jun 2026
We are a family of 4 adults who arrived in Athens via cruise ship with only one full day.
Most cruise tours I found were half day options, so I found this private 8 hour tour on Viator and it was one of the best decisions we made!
Our guide/driver Giorgos was fantastic. He is extremely knowledgeable and passionate, turning the day into an engaging history lesson complete with spectacular views. He explained the famous rivalry between Athena and Poseidon for patronage of the city, the real origins of the Olympic Games, and the fascinating story behind the marathon. The ancient messengers ran long distances carrying important news and it is very different from today’s races.
The absolute highlight was the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. The views are breathtaking and you instantly understand why the ancients believed it was Poseidon’s home. Giorgos also told us the tragic tale of how the Aegean Sea got its name, that King Aegeus threw himself from the cliffs when he mistakenly thought his son Theseus had died in the Labyrinth. I couldn’t help comparing it to the Lord of the Rings scene with the grieving king!
We drove past beautiful marinas where Giorgos showed us where locals hang out and where many luxury yachts (including some from Monaco) dock. Athens completely surprised us, we expected it to feel older, and more chaotic, but it was impressively orderly, and vibrant. A real eye opener.
For lunch, Giorgos took us to “The Four Brothers”, where we enjoyed outstanding Greek food such as fresh Greek salad, the best fried calamari my parents have ever tasted, and perfectly grilled fish.
We returned to the port safely and on time.
If you are a couple or family wanting a meaningful full day experience in Athens, I highly recommend this private tour with Giorgos. He brought Greek history to life and showed us the real side of the city.
Thank you, Giorgos, you made our day in Greece unforgettable!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much, Ray, for your wonderful and descriptive review! It is equally important for us to meet people as interesting and inspiring as you. We will always be here for you whenever you need us. Wishing you all the very best and good health always!
Satti_M, May 2026
Our guide and driver, Giorgos Kalantzis provided an exceptional full-day experience through Athens and Cape Sounion. He was thoroughly knowledgeable, offering deep historical and cultural insights at every site, while maintaining a warm, professional manner throughout. His patience and attentiveness made the pace feel perfectly tailored, and we felt completely confident in his hands from start to finish. We would recommend him without hesitation to anyone looking for a guided tour that is both informative and genuinely enjoyable.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you Satti for your nice words!!! Thanks again all of you!!!
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