Sunset Cape Sounio & Temple of Poseidon Experience, Athens

Take a scenic journey along the Athenian Riviera with this sunset experience that introduces you to the dramatic myths and coastal landscapes of Cape Sounio. Board an air-conditioned minivan and head south, stopping en route to explore a spring-fed lake or cool off with a swim at one of the coast's beautiful beaches. You'll end at the UNESCO-listed Temple of Poseidon, a fifth-century BCE wonder built atop the cape's rocky headland and surrounded by the Aegean Sea. Follow your expert guide around the site to learn about its history and mythology, then settle in to experience one of the cape's incredible sunsets.

Your half-day trip out of Athens starts in the afternoon with a pick-up at your hotel in an air-conditioned minivan. Along with your knowledgeable guide and the rest of your small group, you'll travel south along the Athenian Rivera, enjoying scenic views along the hour-long drive. Pass by seaside suburbs and stop to see the emerald waters of the mineral spring-fed Lake Vouliagmeni. Depending on the season, you might also take a break at the western coast's idyllic beaches for a quick swim or grab lunch at a local waterfront spot. 

Eventually, you'll reach Cape Sounio, a dramatic headland surrounded on three sides by the Aegean Sea and topped by the dazzling Temple of Poseidon. Follow your guide on an exploration of this UNESCO World Heritage Site and fifth-century BCE monument to the Greek god of the sea. Learn about the painstaking building of the sanctuary, as well as information about the maritime practices of the ancient Greeks and their worship of Poseidon. Your adventure will conclude with one of the cape's remarkable sunsets—capture some memorable snaps before getting back on the road to Athens.