Sounion Sunset Private Tour
Description
Follow one of the most scenic routes in Attica and the Saronic Gulf, combining mythology, natural beauty, and seaside luxury in a unique experience. The drive along the Avenue of Poseidon offers constant sea views before reaching the turquoise waters of Lake Vouliagmeni, a rare natural lagoon known for its thermal waters and serene atmosphere. The route continues through elegant coastal areas like Varkiza and Lagonisi, showcasing the refined Riviera lifestyle of Athens. The highlight is the iconic Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, dramatically positioned on a cliff above the Aegean Sea, where mythology and sunset views create an unforgettable moment. Flexible private tours tailored to your needs. Professional, certified English-speaking tour drivers. Latest-model Mercedes vehicles (sedans, minivans & minibuses), licensed for tourist use. Exceptional client feedback worldwide. Dedicated customer service. Extensive network of licensed, experienced guides on request.
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Itinerary
On your way towards the Temple of Poseidon, you will have the potentiality to absorb the southern suburbs of Athens, such as Old Faliron, Alimos and Glyfada. It is an undeniable fact that these areas are considered to be the most up-scaled ones of Attica. Moreover, the traveler is given the opportunity to observe coastline of Attica full of private and public marines, shops and cafes.
A short stop for pictures will be made at Vouliagmeni Lake. The lagoon formed about 2,000 years ago. It was once a large cavern that collapsed following an earthquake. The outline of the collapsed cavern roof can be clearly discerned from a distance. The lake has quite unique environmental conditions: it is supplied with warm seawater (28-35ºCelsius) via an underground channel spreading through a network of flooded caves, so its temperature never drops below 18 °C (usually ranges around 21-24 °C), whereas a freshwater spring reduces its salinity to brackish levels (14.5-18 psu). Because of its constant warm water temperature and its rich content in hydrogen sulphide, the lake functions as a spa since the end of the 19th century.
Varkiza is a picturesque sea-side village in the middle of the way to Cape Sounion. The area is very popular to Athenians for short excursions due to its beaches, shops and clubs.
The Temple of Poseidon is built on top of the hill, exactly at the meeting point of the Saronic Sea with the Aegean Sea. The temple was dedicated to God Poseidon, the lord of the Sea and it was there where all the sailors offered a last sacrifice to appease God Poseidon before leaving the safety of the Saronic Golf. According to Greek mythology, the Cape Sounion was the point from which Greek King Aegeus flung himself off the cliff to his death, upon the mistaken belief that his son had died. This ancient tragic tale involves a theme that is still used in modern story-telling today.
On the way back to Athens, the visitor will enjoy the Greek traditional cuisine at a local tavern with a view to the sea.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Airport Pickup:Your driver will meet you upon your arrival at the Athens International Airport - “Eleftherios Venizelos”, at the customs exit, holding an H.P. Tours sign with your name on. Port pickup: Your driver will meet you at the Piraeus Port cruise ship terminal, holding an H.P. Tours sign with your name on. Notice that Piraeus port has three terminals, Terminal A, B and C. Depending on the terminal that your ship will dock at, your driver will be waiting for you at the corresponding exit. (e.g. If your ship docks at Terminal A, your driver will meet you at the Terminal A exit etc.) In case your ship docks at Terminal B or Terminal C and the corresponding exit gate is closed, you will need to take the shuttle bus to come to Terminal A (3 MIN RIDE), where your driver will be waiting for you.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infant car seats are available upon request
- Your tour is totally private. No unknown passengers will participate in your group.
Reviews(34)
Sounion such a beautiful place and so nice to have a nice van and wonderful driver to get us out there and even some great secret spots for great photos along the way. topped off with a private dinner at a local restaurant on way back. Excellent time for the family!
Dear Matt, We are truly thrilled to read your wonderful review. Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with us. It was our pleasure to be part of your journey and to help create a memorable experience. We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back and provide our services again in the future. Best regards, Frank Kotsiopoulos Managing Director H.P. Tours
We had a wonderful time. Stopped a really good restaurant on the way and saw the sunset. Driver was great and vehicle was very nice.
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for your wonderful review and for choosing H.P. Tours for your recent journey. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we're delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience with us. We genuinely appreciate your trust and support. It would be our pleasure to welcome you again in the future for another memorable adventure. Warm regards, Frank Kotsiopoulos Managing Director H.P. Tours
Timing the crowd is key. Jimmy adjusted our trip to put us there ahead of the “sunset” bus tours, and it made an enormous difference. We had no line going in and passed a huge line going out.
Dear Jason, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We’re truly delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic time with us! Your satisfaction is our highest priority, and we’re pleased to know we could contribute to a memorable experience. We look forward to the opportunity of welcoming you back and providing our services again in the future. Until then, please accept our warmest regards and best wishes. Sincerely, Frank Kotsiopoulos Managing Director H.P. Tours
The drive along the coast was beautiful! We had a delicious dinner of Greek salad, fish, and shrimp. Highlight was sunset and our driver, Panos. He was amazing and so nice. We learned so much about Greece. Wonderful time!
Dear Mary, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We’re truly delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic time with us! Your satisfaction is our highest priority, and we’re pleased to know we could contribute to a memorable experience. We look forward to the opportunity of welcoming you back and providing our services again in the future. Until then, please accept our warmest regards and best wishes. Sincerely, Frank Kotsiopoulos Managing Director H.P. Tours
Private tour with a few stops, at our own pace. Excellent driver! Really enjoyed the tour and the dinner on the way home! Sunset at the temple amazing!
Dear Holly, Thank you for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear that we were able to exceed your expectations. Providing our guests with a memorable experience is our top priority, and we’re pleased to know we succeeded in doing so during your time with us. We look forward to the opportunity of welcoming you back and offering our services again in the future. Kind regards, Frank Kotsiopoulos Managing Director H.P. Tours
Basically just a car service to Cape Sounion. I booked for 4pm which I guess was too early? So we had to stop for dinner at 5 on the way not on the way back, as advertised. The sunset at the Temple of Poseidon was at 8:24 pm. So we didn’t need to get there until 7:30. Not sure why we weren’t told that. The dinner spot was fine. Great people and the food was good, but not a place I would have chosen on my own. There were other seemingly more interesting places in the area. Our driver was nice, but quiet. We didn’t expect a tour guide, but some of the other reviews mention drivers who were talkative and informative. Overall definitely worth going to Cape Sounion and the temple of Poseidon. That said, this was just hiring a driver to get there. Not sure we needed to spend 500 to do that and then an addition 300+ for dinner at 5pm.
Hello Matt, We would once again like to thank you for choosing H.P. Tours – Hellenic Private Tours for your private tour, and for taking the time to share your feedback with us and with fellow travelers. Regarding your comments, we acknowledge that the tour starting time of 16:00 was not ideal for catching the sunset on that particular date. In hindsight, a later departure time should have been recommended by our team to ensure a better overall experience. We regret this oversight. Given the original timing, having dinner before reaching the Temple became necessary to stay as true as possible to the itinerary and to ensure you could still experience the sunset there. While we understand your criticism, we would like to note that the decision regarding the starting time was made by you. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed the restaurant’s service and the food provided. Delivering authentic cuisine and warm, genuine hospitality is always our goal when suggesting dining options. That said, we’d like to emphasize that our restaurant recommendations are always optional. If you had preferred another dining option, this could have been discussed directly with your driver. Regarding your experience with the driver, we will follow up on this internally to better understand his perspective and assess the situation more thoroughly. While we appreciate that you described him as “nice,” we also want to understand more deeply why you felt the overall experience lacked the depth you expected. We take all guest feedback seriously, and we can guarantee your review will help us improve further. Our goal is to consistently deliver the high-quality service that has defined H.P. Tours over the years, and we thank you for contributing to that effort. Warm regards, Frank Kotsiopoulos Managing Director H.P. Tours
Jimmy was a great tour guide! Loved his personality and knowledge of Greece! He took us to a great restaurant on the water and food and people were amazing! He also was a good driver! Next time we are Athens we will call him for another tour!!
Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your experience with fellow travelers. Your feedback means a lot to us and serves as a great encouragement for our team. We truly appreciate your support and trust in our services. It's our constant endeavor to exceed your expectations, and we're delighted to hear that we could make your journey memorable. We look forward to the opportunity of serving you again in the future and creating more wonderful experiences together. Warmest Regards, Frank Kotsiopoulos Manager Director H.P. Tours
Exceptional experience. We could not have asked for more from the tour - our guide and driver Panos was simple excellent. Very professional, kind, knowledgeable, great with kids and with an excellent knowledge of music. He was also flexible to accommodate our requests and went out of his way to show us his lovely country.
We are thrilled to read your wonderful review. Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with us. It's our utmost pleasure to have been able to provide you with a memorable experience. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to welcome you back and offer our services again in the future. Best Regards, Frank Kotsiopoulos Manager Director H.P. Tours
The beautiful ride along the Athens coastline coupled with the sunset at Poseidon's temple was absolutely breathtaking. The tour was greatly enhanced by Jimmy our driver/guide who was a wealth of knowledge and a pleasure to be with. This tour is highly recommended.
Thank you for your wonderful review and for choosing H.P. Tours for your recent journey. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with Jimmy. We truly value your patronage and trust in our services. It would be our pleasure to welcome you back in the future for another memorable adventure. Warmest Regards, Frank Kotsiopoulos Manager Director
A relaxing and beautiful drive along to coast to a few surprise stops and then the Temple of Poseidon. We never got to dinner because I was feeling unwell, but our wonderful driver Tragadis Theofilos, Theo, stopped for the most amazing ice cream on the way back. Theo was a pleasant host and driver, taught us about the history of area and described the beautify of the country beyond Athens...it made us want to come back and explore more of Greece. A wonderful trip. Thank you Theo!
Thank you for your kind words. We are thrilled to hear that we managed to exceed your expectations. Ensuring our guests have a memorable experience is our top priority, and we're delighted to have achieved this with you. We hope for the opportunity to welcome you back and offer our services again in the future. Kind Regards, Frank Kotsiopoulos Manager Director H.P. Tours
