Watch the sunset at Cape Sounion on a 4-hour evening tour from Athens. Drive through the elegant suburbs of the Greek Riviera, and enjoy breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea. Relax with a glass of wine, and visit the Temple of Poseidon.

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Duration 4 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
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Live tour guide: English
Pickup included: Pickup service is available from centrally located hotels in Athens.

Highlights

Watch the sunset at Cape Sounion
Drive through the Greek Riviera's elegant boroughs
Go to the Temple of Poseidon on the Attica Peninsula
Relax with a glass of wine
Enjoy breathtaking panoramas of the Aegean Sea
Learn about Cape Sounion's important role in Greek mythology

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Escape the hustle and bustle of Athens for the evening, and watch the sunset over Cape Sounion on the Attica Peninsula. Drive along the Athens Riviera, enjoying splendid views of the Saronic Gulf along the way. Pass through some of the most salubrious neighborhoods of the city, and marvel at the Hellinikon Olympic complex, along with settlements such as Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, and Varkiza. Upon arrival at Cape Sounion, visit the 5th century BC Temple of Poseidon, and get a panoramic view of the Aegean Sea. On a clear day you can see at least 7 islands. Learn about Cape Sounion's important role in Greek mythology and history. The first recorded mention of it occurs in the Odyssey, and it was the last landing port for ships returning from Poseidon. Learn more about the Greek God of the Sea at the Poseidon Temple at Cape Sounion, where you can watch the sun go down.

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Hotel pickup
Guide
Entrance fees
Glass of wine

Tips and gratuities

Not suitable for

Wheelchair users

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

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Pickup is available from the majority of hotels in Athens and takes place approximately 1 hour before the tour departure time. Alternatively, you can meet at the tour supplier's office 15 minutes before the tour departure time

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4.3 /5

based on 47 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.9/5
Transportation
4.7/5
Value for money
4/5
Safety
4.7/5

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My comments are not gripes nor compliants. I want others to know to be prepared for lots of waiting. Wait to be picked up. Drive around picking others up. You may want to bring a snack/drink. Long drive back too. The tour itself is fabulous. I went to see the Temple but this coastline blew me away. The beaches here are so cool. Numerous little coves. Lots of places to jump off something high. Lots of beach clubs. I was taken away about thinking about a locals life here. Our tour guide was clearly highly educated and sitting in the front on the way back I really enjoyed the additional conversation and insights she provided What a country they have here!. I highly recommend taking this tour. I’m using Key Tours again tomorrow to go to Delphi.

August 29, 2021

Well worth it.

The pre & post sunset views were stunning. Very enjoyable with a glass of wine. The guide was not engaging though. Best to read up about the history & the place before you get there, so while you are there you use your time to soak in the views and take great photographs.

September 27, 2017

Very nice tour

The journey takes about 1.5 to 2 hours (depending on the Athens traffic situation). But that's not bad, because the ride along the cliff is very nice. The temple is worth seeing and of course there is a beautiful sunset. Round off the evening with a glass of wine. Overall, a recommended evening trip.

July 15, 2017

Cape Sounion Sunset Tour from Athens

Cape Sounion Sunset Tour from Athens

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Well worth it.

Very nice tour

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