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Some places you visit. Cape Sounion is a place you feel. In the late afternoon your driver collects you from your hotel, apartment or cruise port in a private, air-conditioned Mercedes with Wi-Fi and bottled water and heads south along the Athenian Riviera: sparkling bays, seaside villages and the turquoise waters of Lake Vouliagmeni on one side, the open Aegean on the other. No coach, no crowds, no rush. Just tell us where you'd like to stop for photos.
Then the moment everyone comes for. High on the cliffs at the tip of Attica, the 2,500-year-old Temple of Poseidon glows gold as the sun sinks into the sea. Legend says Lord Byron loved the view so much he carved his name into the marble. Afterwards, enjoy an optional seafood dinner at a tavern by the water in Palaia Fokaia before a relaxed drive back to Athens under the evening lights.
Your English-speaking driver shares stories along the way. Perfect for couples, families and a last evening in Greece.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We pick you up from any hotel or apartment in central Athens, or at the Piraeus cruise port. After booking, please send your hotel name, or your ship's name and all-aboard time. We'll drop you back at the same place. Airport pickup is available on request for an extra charge.
Itinerary
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Glyfada (Pass by)
Cruise past Glyfada's glamorous seafront, with sparkling marinas, sandy beaches and seaside cafés.
Admission ticket free -
Varkiza (Pass by)
Follow the stunning coastal road past Varkiza, with sweeping views of the Saronic Gulf and its quiet sandy bays.
Admission ticket free -
1Lake Vouliagmeni
A natural thermal lake with turquoise water set beneath dramatic cliffs - a beautiful photo stop on the way south.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Temple of Poseidon
Watch the sun sink into the Aegean from the cliffs beside the 2,500-year-old Temple of Poseidon, where Lord Byron carved his name.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3Palaia Fokaia
Optional sunset dinner at a family-run seaside tavern - fresh fish and Greek mezedes right by the water (at your own cost).
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Your driver is not a licensed tour guide. In Greece only licensed guides may guide inside archaeological sites, so your driver waits outside while you explore the temple.
- Licensed guides are optional, available upon request for an additional fee, and subject to availability. They are not included in the standard tour price.
- Sunset times change through the year. We'll confirm the best pickup time for your date so you arrive about an hour before sunset.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Your driver is not a licensed tour guide. In Greece only licensed guides may guide inside archaeological sites, so your driver waits outside while you explore the temple.
- Licensed guides are optional, available upon request for an additional fee, and subject to availability. They are not included in the standard tour price.
- Sunset times change through the year. We'll confirm the best pickup time for your date so you arrive about an hour before sunset.
- Bring a light jacket, as it can be windy on the cape, and wear comfortable shoes for the uneven path to the temple.
- Cruise guests: please give us your ship name and all-aboard time when you book.
- Vehicle: Modern Mercedes-Benz sedan, minivan, minibus, or Škoda SUV. The vehicle type is determined by the number of passengers and is subject to availability.
- Groups of more than 10 people: please message us through Viator before booking for a custom quote (additional vehicles available).
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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