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Athens Highlights & Cape Sounio Full Day Private Tour

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from $449.99 per group (up to 8)

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The Temple of Poseidon
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On average, this is booked 31 (0) days in advance.
9 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Athens and Sounio Private Tour is the best option to combine sightseeing and pleasure as you have the opportunity to see all the attractions of Athens, when exploring the city in a few hours and enjoying the sea and the sun while driving to Cape Sounio. Visit the most important Greek city, the birth of the Democracy and the cradle of the western civilization and the Acropolis, the symbol of the Golden Age of Athens. Enjoy the drive along the Athenian Riviera and watch the beautiful sunset from the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounio.
Enjoy the exclusivity and flexibility of a private tour with the assistance of your English speaking driver.
Let us be your hosts in our beautiful city and explore Athens and Corinth at your own pace.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Entrance fees to archeological sites and museums
  • Meals and Drinks
  • Licensed Tour Guide (on request at an additional cost)
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Meeting and Pickup

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For pick-ups outside of Athens, please make a special request. Pick up locations -Hotel: you will meet your driver at the hotel's loby -Cruise ship: you will meet your driver at the terminal's meeting point holding a sign with your name -Airport: you will meet your driver at the arrival hall holding a sign with your name All the vehicles used are brand new and fully equipped. -For groups of 1-3 persons you shall expect a black sedan. -For groups of 4-8 persons you shall expect a black minivan.

What To Expect

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Acropolis

This tour usually starts with the visit of the Acropolis hill, the symbol of the Golden Age of Athens. You will admire the imposing architecture and the perfection of the construction of the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, the Propylaia, the temple of wingless Victory, the Theatre of Dionysus and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Panathenaic Stadium

The Panathenaic or Kallimarmaro Stadium is the stadium which hosted the First Modern Olympic Games in 1896. Made intirely by Pentelic marble can still accomodate 60.000 spectators!
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Tempio Di Zeus Olimpio

The temple of Olympian Zeus used to be the largest temple in Greece. Unfortunately only 16 columns are surviving almost 2.000 years after its construction by the Roman Emperor Hadrian.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Change of Guards

You can watch the Change of the Presidential Guards and the Tomb of the Uknown Soldier in front of the Parliament Hous or Old Royal Palace in Syntagma Square.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mount Lycabettus

Mount Lycabettus is the highest hill of Athens, from where you can enjoy an astonishing panoramic view of Athens.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Plaka

Plaka is the oldest neighborhood of Athens. We can drive at the narrow streets of the most picturesque spot of the city or even spend some time walking around the shops.
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Admission Ticket Free

Monastiraki

Monastiraki square is the most famous commercial district of Athens. We can pass by and take a look at the shops, the flea market, the central food market of Athens and the Ancient Agora from outside.
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Admission Ticket Free

Lake Vouliagmeni

Lake Vouliagmeni, literally means "sunken", as it was created after the roof of an underground cave colapsed. It is now a beautiful lake, located near the sea and in fact connected with it. its water, fed with hot water by underground thermal springs, is beneficial for the skin and bones.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Temple of Poseidon

The Temple of Poseidon is a temple dedicated to God Poseidon, the God of the sea, standing for 2.500 years right on the edge of the clifs of Cape Sounio, the southern most tip of the peninsula of Attica.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Our sedans and minivan have room for a wheelchair to be stored but they are not eqquipped with a special ramp or elevator.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Athens Highlights & Cape Sounio Full Day Private Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Athens Highlights & Cape Sounio Full Day Private Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • Private transportation.
  • WiFi on board.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • English speaking driver (NOT licensed to accompany you in the archeological sites and Museums).
The following is NOT included:
  • Entrance fees to archeological sites and museums.
  • Meals and Drinks.
  • Licensed Tour Guide (on request at an additional cost).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Athens Highlights & Cape Sounio Full Day Private Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Athens Highlights & Cape Sounio Full Day Private Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • English speaking driver (NOT licensed to accompany you in the archeological sites and Museums)
  • Entrance fees to archeological sites and museums
  • Meals and Drinks
  • Licensed Tour Guide (on request at an additional cost)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Our sedans and minivan have room for a wheelchair to be stored but they are not eqquipped with a special ramp or elevator.

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