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15 Best Cape Sounion Tours

The Cape Sounion tours travelers book for one reason: Poseidon’s temple on its cliff as the Aegean goes gold. Sunset departures time it exactly.

3.Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens

Discover ancient Greece with a small-group tour from Athens to Cape Sounion. Enjoy stunning sunset views, the Temple of Poseidon, and scenic coastal stops for an authentic experience.

★ 4.5

“This was an amazing afternoon. Nice drive from Athens and the views on arrival were breathtaking!! Plenty of time to wander and look at the beautiful site. I had a meal at the restaurant which was delicious and not expensive!! The tour guide was excellent…”

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6.From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Half-Day Tour

Discover Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon on a scenic half-day tour from Athens, with expert guides, stunning views, and optional sunset viewing.

★ 4.3

“gorgeous, simple tour. Fotis was great, and the drive was easy. I wish we could have stayed for the whole sunset (weather app puts sunset at 7:08 but we had to be at the bus by 7) but I understand why the schedule is important…”

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7.Essential Athens Highlights Plus Cape Sounion Skip-The-Line Tour

Discover Athens’ highlights on this private full-day tour, including the Acropolis, Syntagma Square, and Cape Sounion, with skip-the-line access and personalized service.

★ 5.0

“Alex our driver and guide was fantastic, super helpful and very attentive. He met us at the cruise port right on time, answered all questions, even the silly ones and was so eager to share his knowledge of Athens, the sights and history. We saw…”

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8.Sounion with ticket Temple of Poseidon afternoon English tour

Discover the ancient Temple of Poseidon on a scenic afternoon tour from Athens. Includes hotel pickup, expert guide, and stunning coastal views for a memorable experience.

★ 4.0

“Your tour guide was a bit rude and made the trip somewhat uncomfortable. We asked a couple of questions and were told that he had already talked about it.”

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9.Lake Vouliagmeni Thermal Spa And Temple Of Poseidon Private Full Day Tour

Discover Greece’s highlights on a private day trip visiting Lake Vouliagmeni and the Temple of Poseidon, with personalized transport, great food, and stunning views.

★ 5.0

“Our services with Theo was nothing less than spectacular. He was super friendly, knowledgeable, attentive to our special dietary needs and showed the utmost care as a host, driver and tour guide. So glad to have met him. He became one of the highlights of…”

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10.Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion Sunset Tour with Audio Guide

Discover the stunning sunset at Cape Sounion with this affordable guided tour from Athens, featuring scenic coastal views, expert commentary, and a visit to the iconic Temple of Poseidon.

★ 4.5

“A nice experience, comfortable bus wiht audio guides, a very pleasant and engaging guide and a breathtaking view from near the temple of poseidon of a beautiful sunset. Of course clear skies are required for the optimal experience so please check on weather.”

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11.Athens: Hop-on-Hop-off Bus and Cape Sounion Sunset Tour

Discover Athens with this combined hop-on-hop-off bus and sunset tour to Cape Sounion, offering flexible city exploration plus breathtaking sea views.

★ 4.3

“Two day hop on hop off ticket was useful to get around Athens and the recorded guide was informative when it worked. The sunset tour was lovely but quite a long coach ride along the coast before you reach the Temple of Poseidon. Sunset was…”

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12.Athens: Cape Sounion and Poseidon Temple Sunset with Audio Guide

Discover Athens' ancient sites with this sunset tour to Cape Sounion and Poseidon Temple, including an expert guide, audio app, and scenic coastal views.

★ 4.5

“We had a perfect sunset with the temple. We have lots of memories and pictures. The tour itself was pretty good. The only place to eat was at the temple and it was slow, busy and aggravating. Also the bathrooms weren’t working so we had…”

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13.Athens: Sounio Poseidon Temple Athens Riviera Trip, Swimming

Explore Cape Sounio’s Poseidon Temple, enjoy stunning sunset views, swim in crystal-clear waters, and experience authentic Greek cuisine on this intimate day trip.

★ 5.0

“Breathtaking sunset at the Temple of Poseidon. Konstantinos our guide was very helpful and fun. He knew Athens by heart. I enjoyed the small group. Can’t wait to book again!”

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14.Athens: Sunset Tour to Cape Sounion & the Temple of Poseidon

Discover Greece’s stunning sunset at Cape Sounion on a 4-hour tour from Athens, with expert guides, panoramic views, and authentic ancient ruins.

★ 4.3

“Overall good experience! Cape Sounion is gorgeous at sunset! The Temple is interesting. The guide, Angelos, did a nice job explaining what we were seeing alo g the route to the Cape, and describing the story of the Temple and Cape. This was a good…”

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15.Cape Sounio & Temple Of Poseidon Breathtaking Views Private Trip

Discover the stunning Temple of Poseidon with a private, flexible trip from Athens. Enjoy scenic coastal drives, authentic local stops, and expert guides.

★ 5.0

“We had a number of hours to kill after disembarking from our cruise ship before flying home, so we decided to book this last tour of our trip once we were back in Athens. We met Melina, our driver, right at the cruise terminal and…”

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More Cape Sounion Tours

4.0Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience4 hours (approx.)$26.46 4.1Cape Sounion with Official Guide to the Temple of Poseidon4 hours$76 4.0Athens Super Saver: City Sightseeing Tour plus Half-Day Cape Sounion Trip9 hours (approx.)$195.32 4.0Athens Full Day Tour, Acropolis, Museum & Cape Sounion with Lunch10 hours (approx.)$210.26 4.6From Athens: Lake Vouliagmeni Spa & Temple of Poseidon Tour6 hours$112 5.0Cape Sounio and Temple of Poseidon Private Day Trip with Private Local Guide6 hours (approx.)$199.62 5.0Essential Athens and Cape Sounion, Poseidon’s Temple, Private Day Tour8 to 9 hours (approx.)$241.97 5.0Half Day Semi Private Road Trip to Cape Sounio/Poseidon’s Temple6 to 7 hours (approx.)$6.05 5.0Athens Sea Kayak Tour to the Temple of Poseidon with entrance fee and lunch8 hours (approx.)$260.01 4.9Athens Riviera: Poseidon Temple & Lake Vouliagmeni Day Tour8 hours$112 5.0Cape Sounio, Temple of Poseidon, Athenian Riviera Private Tour from Athens4 to 5 hours (approx.)$135.45 4.0Athens Combo: Hop-on Hop-off Bus & Cape Sounion Sunset Tour5 hours (approx.)$33.97 5.0Athens: Half-Day Semi-Private Trip To Cape Sounio/Poseidon 5.0Private Sunset Tour of Cape Sounion, Temple of Poseidon & Athens Riviera5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$216.02 4.0Athens: Cape Sounion Afternoon Tour4 hours$76 4.5Best of Athens & Sunset at the Temple of Poseidon Full Day Tour9 hours (approx.)$181.02 5.0Buggy Tour in Ancient Ruins and Temples around Athens-SOUNIO Poseidon Temple8 hours (approx.)$241.35 5.0Private Temple of Poseidon Tour with a Pickup5 hours (approx.)$362.05 5.0Cape Sounio Temple of Poseidon & Athenian Riviera Tour(+swimming)6 to 7 hours (approx.)$90.95 5.0From Athens: Cape Sounion Guided Kayaking Tour with Lunch3 - 8 hours$112 5.0Athens Highlights & Sounio Temple of Poseidon Full Day Private Tour9 hours (approx.)$361.64 4.5Athens, The Acropolis and Cape Sounion Full-Day Tour with Lunch10 hours (approx.)$142.97 4.7Athens: Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion Sunset Tour5 hours$106 4.3Athens Full Day Tour, Acropolis, Museum & Cape Sounion10 hours$206