Private Full-Day Athens & Cape Sounion Tour: Temple of Poseidon
Ancient temples tour with driver: exclusive 8-hour group experience by the sea
A private full-day tour of Athens and Cape Sounion in a Mercedes E-class sedan with professional driver, pickup included. You'll see the Acropolis, the Parliament Building and its Changing of the Guard, the Olympic Stadium, panoramic views from Lycabettus Hill, the neoclassical Athens Trilogy, and the charming streets of Plaka. The route then follows the Athenian Riviera to the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, perched above the Aegean Sea.
Step-by-step itinerary
Explore Athens and Cape Sounion
- Visit the Acropolis and take photos
- See the Greek Parliament and Changing of Guard
- Visit the historic Olympic Stadium
- Enjoy panoramic views from Lycabettus Hill
- Admire neoclassical buildings in Athens
- Drive through the old Plaka neighborhood
- Visit the modern National Library and Opera House
- Cruise along the Athenian Riviera coastline
- Visit the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion
- Acropolis 15m
- Parliament Building 15m
- Olympic Stadium 15m
- Plaka 15m
- Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre 30m
- Limni Vouliagmenis 15m
- Riviera passing by
- Temple of Poseidon 1h
What’s included
- Travel in a Mercedes E-class or similar luxury sedan with air conditioning and WiFi on board.
- professional driver with deep knowledge of history.
- bottled water.
- hotel pickup and drop-off in Athens.
- Every day 07:00 07:30 08:00 08:30 09:00 09:30 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30 12:00 12:30 13:00
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Private full-day tour of Athens and Cape Sounion in a luxury sedan with driver, covering the Acropolis, Parliament, Olympic Stadium, Lycabettus Hill.
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The experience
How do you fit Athens' most recognizable landmarks and a clifftop temple into one day without renting a car or joining a crowd? This tour moves through the city in a private sedan, stopping at the sites most visitors prioritize: the Acropolis (tickets purchased in advance if you choose to enter), the Parliament Building where you'll catch the Changing of the Guard ceremony, and the Olympic Stadium, birthplace of the modern Olympic Games. The driver has deep knowledge of the history at each stop, though they don't accompany you inside the sites themselves.
The route then climbs to Lycabettus Hill for panoramic views of the city, passes through the charming old streets of Plaka, and shows you the neoclassical buildings of the Athens Trilogy: the National Library, University, and Academy of Athens. You'll also see the Stavros Niarchos Park and the modern Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center. The tour then heads south along the coast, passing through upscale seaside neighborhoods and a natural thermal lake, before arriving at the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion. This ancient sanctuary sits dramatically above the Aegean Sea, and you'll have time to explore the ruins and take in the panoramic views of the coastline. An optional lunch stop at a seaside fish taverna can be arranged along the way.
The sedan is air-conditioned and equipped with WiFi and bottled water. Because it's a private tour, only your group travels together: no other passengers, no fixed schedule beyond your own pace. Pickup is included from your hotel or location in Athens.
Top questions
What's the Changing of the Guard ceremony at the Parliament Building like?
The Greek Parliament Building hosts a famous changing of the guard ceremony at the front entrance. The driver will position you to see this iconic moment, which happens regularly throughout the day.
Can I actually go inside the Acropolis, or do we just see it from outside?
Visiting the Acropolis is optional on this tour. If you want to enter, tickets must be purchased a few days in advance, and the driver can arrange this. You'll have time to explore the site while the driver waits.
What's the Temple of Poseidon actually like when you get there?
The Temple of Poseidon sits on a clifftop at Cape Sounion, overlooking the Aegean Sea. You'll explore the ancient marble ruins of this sanctuary dedicated to the god of the sea, with panoramic views across the water and the surrounding coastline.
Is lunch included, or do I need to pay separately?
Lunch is not included in the tour price. However, an optional stop at a seaside fish taverna can be arranged along the Athenian Riviera, and you pay for your meal directly at the restaurant.
How much time do we spend at each stop?
The pace is flexible since this is a private tour. The driver adjusts the schedule based on how long you want to spend at each site. The full tour runs approximately eight hours from pickup to drop-off.
Do I need tickets for the Temple of Poseidon?
Yes, tickets for the Temple of Poseidon are not included in the tour price and must be purchased separately when you arrive at Cape Sounion.
Operated by Prime Athens Tours. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.
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Private Full-Day Athens & Cape Sounion Tour: Temple of Poseidon
8h · at your hotel
from € 215 per person
≈ US$ 242 in your currency
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