Why choose this Athens tour ?
We visit Athens & Sounion as travelers, not as tourists. We get as excited as you to travel, to enjoy history, culture, scenery & photography.
If you want to see most of Athens & Sounion have to offer, we suggest to combine both sites in a full day tour.
The day starts with convenient pickup from your location and then takes you to the Acropolis Hill, Zeus Temple, Olympic stadium, Parliament. Continue via a scenic coastal road to Cape Sounion. Visit Poseidon Temple with one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in the world (on a clear day you can see at least seven islands).
You also have the flexibility to explore each attraction independently or add a licensed archaeologist guide (additional cost).
For taverns and restaurants apart from the taste, tradition and value also played a part in our selection.
You have the options of a full payment at the time of your booking or reserve your tour with a deposit only 50% at a lower rate (than Option/ Full Pay). See additional info.
Make the most of your Athens adventure
What makes Athens/ Acropolis & Cape Sounion/ Poseidon Temple private tour (10 hours) a unique experience ?
Sightseeing in Athens starts with the Acropolis hill and includes: Dionysus & Herodion theaters, the Temple of the Athena Nike, the monumental entrance (Propylaea), the Erechtheion and the famous Parthenon Temple, which was dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena. Acropolis Hill Ticket cost 20€ (Nov1st / Mar31st) and 10€ (Apr1st/Oct31st)
Honoring Athena & Poseidon, this famous, ancient Greek temple features a porch with 6 caryatids (female columns).
The temple was dedicated by the Athenians to Athena Parthenos, is the most magnificent creation of Athenian democracy at the height of its power. It is also the finest monument on the Acropolis hill.
Visit the ancient temple on the site of an ancient outdoor sanctuary dedicated to Olympic Zeus. Largest temple in Greece. Ticket cost 3€ Nov1st / Mar31st) and 6€ (Apr1st/Oct31st)
Kalimarmaro Stadium (fine Marble stadio) which held the first modern Olympic games in 1896, now hosting ceremonial events & live music concerts. Stop for photography
Old palace from 1800s serve now as Greek parliament, with ceremonial guards & a memorial for unidentified soldiers. See and take photos of the famous Evzones / soldiers in their unique costumes. Stop for Photography
Lake Vouliagmeni situated on an idyllic landscape, this rare geological phenomenon is waiting to be discovered. We will stop at the picturesque lake for Photography. If you wish to swim there is a ticket 9€ p.p
Follow the scenic coastal road to Cape Sounion via Elegant suburbs as Varkiza
Follow the scenic coastal road to Cape Sounion via summer resorts as Anavyssos
You will visit the 5th century B.C. temple of Poseidon with one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in the world (on a clear day you can see at least seven islands). Ticket cost 4€ (Nov1st / Mar31st) and 8€ (Apr1st/Oct31st)
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You Have the options of 3 different Vehicles types: Sedan/ Suv up to 3 adults or family of 4 (2 adults + 2 kids – up to 10 years old free) – Minivan ( from 1 to 7 persons – 2 kids/ up to 10 years old free ) – Minibus ( from 1 to 14 persons – 2 kids/ up to 10 years old free). Price varies by Group Size or Vehicle type.
- The driver is not a licensed tour guide to accompany you on your walk to the top of the Acropolis or inside any other site or museum. If you require an archaeologist guide to tour the sites with you, you need to hire one additionally. If you have any questions you can contact us on the phone number provided by Viator.
- Booking hours: Tour is private & flexible (up to 10 hours). However we only request to have in mind the agreement hours. But if you like to extend it, please make a fair arrangement with your tour driver/ leader. Additional charge per hour is 30€ (Sedan) – 45€ (Minivan) – 60€ (Minibus).
- Your private tour is available from Athens city center. Additional charge is applicable *15€ per way from longer pickup/drop off locations, more than 7 km from Athens city center. *Piraeus Port (distance 12km), *Piraeus Cruise Terminal (Distance 13km) This charge does not Include: **Airport (distance 36km) or **Lavrio Port (distance75 km) **This is under prior agreement with the agent’s office
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Minibus tour from Athens/ 14 p
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This is private tour/ activity: Only your group will participate. Your driver provides informative documentary & historical details as you travel.
Our A’class service offers : Non – smoking driver and vehicle, with a high level of cleanliness. The vehicle is exclusive to your team.
Duration: 10 hours: Athens & Sounio tour: If you wish to extend trip, additional charge per hour 60€ (with Minibus) .
This private tour offers : Drop off to your Hotel/ Apartment or other location (up to prior request), at the arranged time of your tour return .
Minibus air-conditioned : Athens & Sounio private tour with a luxury Minibus. Up to 14 persons (2 children up to 10 years old free)
Pickup included - Minivan tour from Athens/ 7 p
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This is private tour/ activity: Only your group will participate. Your driver provides informative documentary & historical details as you travel .
Our A’class service offers: Pick up from your Hotel/ Apartment or other location (up to prior request), at the arranged time of your tour
Duration: 10 hours: Athens & Sounio private tour. If you wish to extend trip, additional time/ per hour: 45€ (with Minivan) .
Our private tour offers : Drop off to your Hotel/ Apartment or other location (up to prior request), at the arranged time of your tour return .
Minivan air-conditioned: Athens & Sounio private tour with a luxury Minivan. From 1 to 7 persons (2 children / up to 10 years old free)
Pickup included - Sedan tour from Athens / 4 p
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This is private tour/ activity: Only your group will participate. Your driver provides informative documentary & historical details as you travel .
Our A’class service offers : Non – smoking driver and vehicle, with a high level of cleanliness. The vehicle is exclusive to your team .
Duration: 10 hours: Athens & Sounio private tour. If you wish to extend trip, additional time/ per hour: 30€ (with Sedan) .
Our private tour offers : Drop off to your Hotel/ Apartment or other location (up to prior request), at the arranged time of your tour return .
Sedan Air-conditioned : Athens Corinth tour with a luxury Sedan. Up to 2 / 3 adults or a family of 4 persons (2 adults + 2 kids – up to 10 y. free)
Pickup included
Athens/ Acropolis & Cape Sounion/ Poseidon Temple private tour (10 hours) Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Your driver provides informative documentary & historical details as you travel
- Private Transportation includes: (Fuels, Toll Roads, Parking Fees)
- Professional English speaking experienced Tour driver throughout the day
- Air-conditioned vehicles, with high level of cleanliness (Sedan/ Minivan/ Minibus)
Not Included
- Entrance Fees all to sites & museums (Acropolis, Zeus Temple, Poseidon Temple:Winter 17€/Summer 34€)
- Licensed Archaeologist guide (up prior request & depends availability)
- Additional charge is applicable *12€ per way from pickup/drop off, more than 7 km from Athens .
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by GREECE TAXI.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Athens.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 14 Travelers is accepted for booking.