Book a Best of Athens and Sunset at the Temple of Poseidon Full Day Tour

Overview

Experience Athens in combination with one of Greece’s most iconic sunset destinations on a full-day guided tour that blends ancient history, city sightseeing, and coastal scenery. This experience typically begins with exploration of Athens’ major archaeological and cultural landmarks before continuing along the Athens Riviera toward Cape Sounion, where the Temple of Poseidon overlooks the Aegean Sea.

The tour is designed to offer a complete overview of Athens in a single day, ending with a sunset visit to the cliffside temple, one of the most photographed viewpoints in Greece.

Experience highlights include:

• Visit the Acropolis and Parthenon in Athens

• Explore central Athens landmarks and historic neighborhoods

• Drive along the scenic Athens Riviera

• Stop at seaside areas and coastal viewpoints

• Visit the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion

• Watch the sunset over the Aegean Sea from the temple cliffs

• Full-day guided sightseeing experience with structured itinerary

• Hotel or designated pickup and drop-off (depending on option)

What’s included

• Full-day guided tour of Athens and Cape Sounion

• Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle

• Professional driver and/or licensed guide (depending on option)

• Hotel or meeting point pickup and drop-off

• Planned sightseeing stops in Athens and along the Riviera

• Sunset visit to Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon

What’s not included

• Entrance fees to archaeological sites (if not included in selected option)

• Food and drinks

• Gratuities

• Licensed guide inside monuments (if not included in booking option)

• Personal expenses

Itinerary

The tour begins in Athens with a morning city sightseeing route covering major highlights such as the Acropolis and surrounding historic districts. Guests typically visit key archaeological sites and pass important landmarks in central Athens, gaining an overview of the city’s ancient and modern history.

After free time for lunch, the journey continues along the Athens Riviera, passing coastal suburbs and seaside scenery en route to Cape Sounion. The drive includes views of beaches, bays, and small coastal towns along the Saronic Gulf.

In the late afternoon or early evening, the tour arrives at the Temple of Poseidon, where visitors explore the archaeological site and enjoy panoramic views over the sea. The experience concludes with a sunset view from the cliffside temple before returning to Athens.

Who is this experience best for

This experience is best suited for first-time visitors who want to see both Athens’ major historical highlights and the iconic Temple of Poseidon in a single day. It is ideal for travelers with limited time, cruise passengers staying overnight, and those who prefer a structured itinerary that combines city sightseeing with a coastal sunset experience.

Insider notes

The sunset at Cape Sounion is widely considered the highlight of the tour, but timing is important since arrival is coordinated around daylight conditions. The itinerary is typically long and includes several hours of driving, so comfort and pacing matter, especially during warmer months.

Athens traffic can affect departure times, particularly in the afternoon, so schedules are often adjusted on the day of travel. The Temple of Poseidon is exposed and can be windy, but it offers one of the most dramatic coastal views in Greece, especially when the sun sets behind the Aegean horizon.

This tour is sold by Viator.