Greece · Sunset Tours

Sunset & swimming at Cape Sounio, Poseidon temple

7 Hours Round trip from Athens Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Scenic drive along the Athens coastal road
  • 02 Short stop at Lake Vouliagmeni
  • 03 Time to swim and relax at Harakas beach
  • 04 Visit Cape Sounio and the Temple of Poseidon
  • 05 Watch the sunset from one of Greece’s iconic coastal sites
  • 06 Air-conditioned vehicle and bottled water included

Combine a refreshing swim on the Athens Riviera with one of Greece’s most iconic sunset views on this 7-hour trip to Cape Sounio. Travel along the scenic coastal road from Athens, pause at Lake Vouliagmeni, and enjoy time at Harakas beach to swim in the clear blue waters of the Aegean or simply relax by the sea.

Later, head to Sounio to visit the Temple of Poseidon and its archaeological site, where the setting sun creates a memorable backdrop over the coast. It’s a relaxed way to experience the sea, the landscape, and a classic Greek sunset in a single outing.

Later, head to Sounio to visit the Temple of Poseidon and its archaeological site, where the setting sun creates a memorable backdrop over the coast.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Athens, Sounion
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

meeting point

lake vouliagmeni

short stop

beach

3 hours swimming

sounio

sunset at poseidon temple

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Athens 2 cities · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

Tickets Temple of Poseidon Full: €10 Reduced: €5

Know before you go

  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • We can pick you up if you stay in the center of Athens

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Athens, GR
Tour start
Athens, GR
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 hours finish where they began, in Athens.

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