Cape Sounion & Attica Riviera tour from Athens: Private vehicle

Three to four hours to the Temple of Poseidon and back, with stops that let you choose the pace

A private guided tour from Athens to Cape Sounion and the Attica Riviera coastline, with hotel pickup and an air-conditioned vehicle of your choice. The driver is English-speaking and licensed. You pick the car size at checkout: Mercedes Limousine, MiniBus, Taxi or MiniVan. Entrance fees to archaeological sites are separate.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Lake Vouliagmeni20m
2. Cape Sounion1h 20m

Cape Sounion and Attica Riviera Tour

• View Lagonisi-Saronida coastline
• Visit Lake Vouliagmeni for hot-spring baths
• Admire view of Attica coastline
• Arrive at Cape Sounion and see Greek islands
• Enjoy sunset at Cape Sounion
• Visit Temple of Poseidon

The experience

The route starts with pickup from your Athens hotel and heads south along the Attica coastline. Lake Vouliagmeni comes first, a rare geological site formed about 2000 years ago where warm seawater and underground springs keep the water between 28 and 35 degrees Celsius year-round. The lake sits just 50 centimeters above sea level, surrounded by beach chairs, umbrellas and a café-bar where you can stop if you want. From there, the drive continues along the Lagonisi-Saronida coastline toward Cape Sounion.

At Cape Sounion, you'll see the Temple of Poseidon, built in 444–440 B.C. during Athens' Golden Age and dedicated to the god of the sea. On a clear day, the view reaches at least seven Greek islands across the water. The temple sits on the headland where the Attica coast meets open sea: the light changes fast here, and the sunset is the reason most travelers time their visit for late afternoon. One column still carries Lord Byron's graffiti, carved into the stone nearly two centuries ago.

Your driver is a professional, licensed English speaker who can answer questions about the sites and the region. The vehicle comes with air conditioning, free WiFi on board and bottled water. If you're traveling with an infant, specialized car seats are available on request. The tour suits all fitness levels. You're riding and walking at your own pace, not hiking or climbing. At checkout, you choose the vehicle size: a Limousine for two passengers, a Taxi for three, a MiniVan for up to six, or a MiniBus for larger groups.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your Athens hotel.
• air-conditioned Mercedes vehicle of your choice.
• English-speaking licensed driver.
• bottled water on board.
• free WiFi.
• hotel pickup and return.

Options for this experience

5 options

Tour by Mercedes taxiUp to 3 per booking · No fixed timeLasts 5 hours in a luxury Mercedes Taxi; pickup is included

Tour by Mercedes limousineUp to 3 per booking · No fixed timeLasts 5 hours in a luxury Mercedes Limousine; pickup is included

Tour by Mercedes minivanUp to 7 per booking · No fixed timeLasts 5 hours in a luxury Mercedes MiniVan; pickup is included

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Tour by Mercedes minibusUp to 11 per booking · No fixed timeLasts 5 hours in a luxury Mercedes MiniBus for up to 11 travellers; pickup is included

Tour with MiniBusUp to 15 per booking · No fixed timeLasts 5 hours in a luxury Mercedes MiniBus for up to 19 travellers; pickup is included

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats available

Operated by Be my Guest Transfers and Tours

Is this one for you?Choose the vehicle size that fits your group (a Limousine for two, a Taxi for three, a MiniVan for up to six, or a MiniBus for larger parties), so you're not paying for empty seats or squeezing into a car too small. The fixed route and private driver mean you don't navigate the coast road yourself or coordinate stops. The day unfolds on schedule and you arrive back at your hotel on time.

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Top questions

How long does the Cape Sounion tour take from Athens?

The tour runs three to four hours total, including the drive south, stops at Lake Vouliagmeni and Cape Sounion, and the return to your hotel.

What is Lake Vouliagmeni and why is it worth a stop?

Lake Vouliagmeni is a rare geological phenomenon formed 2,000 years ago where warm seawater and underground springs keep the water between 28 and 35 degrees Celsius. It's surrounded by beach chairs and a café, and swimmers often stop to bathe in the thermal water during summer.

Can I see the sunset at Cape Sounion on this tour?

Yes, the tour is timed so you can watch the sunset at the Temple of Poseidon. On clear days, the view stretches across at least seven Greek islands, and late afternoon is when the light is best.

What vehicle sizes are available for this tour?

You choose at checkout: a Mercedes Limousine for two, a Taxi for three, a MiniVan for up to six passengers, or a MiniBus for larger groups. All are air-conditioned with WiFi and bottled water on board.

Do I need to pay extra for entry to the Temple of Poseidon?

Yes, entrance fees to archaeological sites are not included in the tour price and are paid separately at the site.

Is this tour suitable for families with young children?

Yes. Specialized infant car seats suited to your child's age are available on request, and the tour is suitable for all fitness levels since you're riding and walking at your own pace.