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Private Temple of Poseidon Tour with a Pickup

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Athens, Greece
  • 5 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Perched atop Cape Sounion, the Temple of Poseidon inspired titans including Lord Byron. But this spectacular sight isn’t easy to reach from Athens independently. Make the journey easy on yourself when you book this private, transportation-only tour with onboard Wi-Fi so you can share as you go. Your driver collects you from the airport, the port, or your Athens accommodation and brings you straight back.
  • Capture magical photos with the clifftop Temple of Poseidon
  • See highlights of the Athenian Riviera, including Vouliagmeni Lake
  • Onboard Wi-Fi keeps you connected without the roaming charges
  • Private tour lets you customize your route and schedule to your interests

What's Included

  • Private transportation
    Professional driver guide with knowledge of history allowed to provide only exterior insights
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • WiFi on board
  • Water
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fee - To Swim in the Lake Vouliagmeni the Entrance fee is 17€ per person , Saturday, Sunday
    €19.00 per person
  • Entrance fee - For the Temple of Poseidon from 1St April to 31st October
    €20.00 per person
  • Dinner
  • (Optional) Licenced guide (Archeologist) to escort you inside the sight with extra fee

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

As a private Tour , only your group will join the tour. The pick up time is upon your request. We will pick you up and return back at the same place or the point you prefer If you are staying in a hotel , we will waiting for you at the hotel Lobby. If you are staying in an Apartment , we will waiting at the entrance of the Building. For AirPort pick up , we will waiting for you at the arrivals Hall , holding a sign with your name . For Port pick up, we will waiting for you at the gate , just as you disembark holding a sign with your name.

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
  • 06/15/2026 - 06/18/2026

    Monday - Thursday : 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

  • 06/19/2026 - 06/28/2026

    Monday - Sunday : 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

  • 06/29/2026 - 07/12/2026

    Monday - Sunday : 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

  • 07/13/2026 - 07/13/2026

    Monday : 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

  • 07/14/2026 - 09/06/2026

    Monday - Sunday : 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

  • 09/07/2026 - 09/10/2026

    Monday - Thursday : 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

  • 09/11/2026 - 09/13/2026

    Friday - Sunday : 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

  • 09/14/2026 - 12/06/2026

    Monday - Sunday : 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

  • 12/07/2026 - 12/08/2026

    Monday - Tuesday : 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

  • 12/09/2026 - 12/09/2026

    Wednesday : 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

  • 12/10/2026 - 12/13/2026

    Thursday - Sunday : 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

  • 12/14/2026 - 05/16/2027

    Monday - Sunday : 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Itinerary

Alimos (Pass By)

1

Lake Vouliagmeni

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

2

Temple of Poseidon

1 hour Admission Ticket Not Included

3

Palaia Fokaia

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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 62 reviews
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Perfect endings

Colleen_M, May 2026
Our time with Ilias was absolutely amazing. His knowledge of the surroundings and his kind and charming personality made this sight seeing the perfect way to end our time in Athens!

Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sojourn

Scott_S, Sep 2025
Wonderful day with Ilias! He met us when our cruise returned to Piraeus, we drove along the Athenian Riviera to a beautiful natural lake, saw the Temple of Poseidon, which is a treasure, had a wonderful lunch sitting by the Aegean Sea and returned us to our hotel for check-in. A perfect day. Thank you, Ilias!

Response from Host, Nov 2025

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Highly recommend this tour!

Susan_C, Jul 2025
Perfect excursion from our cruise ship. We skipped the crowds and arrived early to the Temple of Poseidon. This site was accessible with few steps, and a beautiful location. Ilias, our tour guide was knowledgeable, friendly and communication was excellent. No problems connecting from our ship. We loved the ability to customize our tour. Highly recommend!

Response from Host, Nov 2025

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Nice quiet drive

Mary_B, Jul 2025
Nice drive in the countryside. Good food. Very relaxing way to get out of the city. The Temple itself is pretty but basic. Enjoyed the lake and a swim. Had a wonderful day. Driver was excellent

Tour operator was prompt...

Shuang_D, Apr 2025
Tour operator was prompt and everything was as described. We have no concerns about the experience or the process.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Thank so much for your Amazing review, i hope to do more tours for your company , in the future!!

Awesome experience

Mohamed_N, Mar 2025
I had a wonderful morning on the Private Temple of Poseidon Tour. Everything went exactly as described—smooth pickup, beautiful drive along the coast, and just the right amount of time at the temple. A special thank you to Eirini, who was incredibly friendly, kind, and made the whole experience even more enjoyable with her warmth and knowledge. Highly recommend this tour for a relaxed and scenic escape from Athens!

Response from Host, Apr 2025

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Perfect Day Along The Coast

Edwina_R, Nov 2024
This tour was just perfect. We enjoyed the stops and the relaxing pace. The drive along the coast was magical. The lunch location was excellent in view and quality of food. Edwina and Greg from Washington DC.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

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Amazing tour!! Favorite from our trip!!

MariaDelCarm_A, Oct 2024
Beautiful trip! Lake is amazing! Ilias is the best guide! Great driver! Make us feel safe, he is flexible, knowledgeable! I cant say enough!! So grateful to find this tour!

Response from Host, Nov 2025

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Good service at this tour

Simone_H, Oct 2024
This tour was great. Our driver Ilias tailored the time at the Temple and lake to our needs. He didn't rush us at all and he even picked us up from the cruise terminal and saved us getting a taxi to the Hotel. We had plenty of time to have a meal with views to the Temple of Poseidon. After the tour, he dropped us off at the Hotel.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

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Perfect Day - 100% recommend this guide/driver

David_H, Jun 2024
Took a 4 hour tour to the Temple of Poseidon amongst other stops en-route expertly driven and guided by Mr ilias kanteres who was EXCELLENT! Really friendly, safe and knowledgeable- super enjoyable time would recommend 100%(and I have been a travel professional n UK for over 20 years so have seen good and bad!)

Response from Host, Nov 2025

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Beautiful day exploring

Patricia_T, Jun 2024
Ilias is a wonderful guide for your trip. He took us to Lake Vouliagmeni. It is a beautiful place where we went for a swim. Very unique experience. Then on to the Temple of Poseidon to explore. Ilias was showing and explaining many nice points of interest along our travels of the scenic coastline. Last stop was a perfect lunch spot where we enjoyed the fresh catch of the day, red snapper. Amazing views on the water. We definitely recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

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fun, memorable trip. great driver, guide

Lambros_G, May 2024
All the views of the Temple of Poseidon with Cape Sounion were remarkable. Great half day trip from Athens

Response from Host, Nov 2025

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Great Driver and Excellent Tour

Norman_N, May 2024
During the trip to Poseidon’s temple, there were many things to see, such as the beautiful coastal areas, the lake, and the vast amount of islands off the coast of Greece. Our driver, Elias, has gone out of his way to make sure that our tour was as enjoyable as possible. He will not hesitate with answering our questions, would constantly ask if we wanted to stop and take pictures, and even tried to find a spot where we can take pictures of the lake during the sunset when the main road was blocked by a festival. Thank you Elias for making this trip a lifelong memory.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

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poseidon

powellar64, May 2024
Stop at a volcanic lake on way to Temple of Poseidon. Plenty of time to wander around the Temple. Pleasant and capable driver.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

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