Athens & Cape Sounio from Piraeus
What We Offer
✓ Private, luxury, smoke-free, fully air-conditioned vehicles
✓ Option to pre-purchase tickets (e.g., Acropolis) for a smoother entry
✓ Licensed tour guide upon request (subject to availability, additional cost)
✓ Airport pick-up or drop-off (additional cost)
✓ Baby seats or booster seats available upon request
✓ Complimentary cold bottled water
What Sets Us Apart
✦ Oldest private tour company in Athens with decades of expertise
✦ Best and most experienced drivers in the business
✦ Thousands of happy clients and excellent reviews across multiple platforms
✦ Services priced per vehicle, not per person, making them more affordable for families and groups
Itinerary
Pick-up from Piraeus Port
Your private driver will meet you just outside the cruise terminal holding a sign with your name, to begin a seamless full-day journey combining the highlights of Athens with the beauty of the Athenian Riviera.
Visit the Acropolis (approx. 1 hour 45 minutes)
Walk through the pages of ancient history and explore highlights including:
- The Parthenon
- The Erechtheion
- The Temple of Athena Nike
- The Theatre of Dionysus
- The Odeon of Herodes Atticus
Temple of Olympian Zeus, Panathenaic Stadium & Changing of the Guards (short stops)
Make brief but meaningful stops at the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Panathenaic Stadium, followed by the ceremonial Changing of the Guards at the Presidential Mansion.
Coastal drive along the Athenian Riviera
Leave the city behind and enjoy a scenic drive along the Saronic Gulf, passing through the elegant seaside suburbs of Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, and Varkiza.
Lake Vouliagmeni (photo stop)
Pause briefly above the lake to take in the unique natural landscape and capture photos (approx. 10 minutes).
Cape Sounio & Temple of Poseidon (approx. 45 minutes)
Arrive at Cape Sounio and explore the iconic Temple of Poseidon, perched above the Aegean Sea and offering breathtaking panoramic views.
Lunch stop (approx. 1 hour)
Enjoy a relaxed meal at a seaside taverna, arranged in discussion with your driver based on your preferences and timing.
Return to Piraeus Port
At the end of your tour, your driver will return you comfortably to your cruise ship in good time for departure.
Good to Know
✓ Port-optimized timing — This tour is carefully designed around cruise ship schedules to ensure a smooth and stress-free experience.
✓ Flexible routing — The return journey may be via the coastal road or highway, depending on traffic and timing.
✓ Ideal combination — Perfect for travelers who wish to experience both the highlights of Athens and the natural beauty of Cape Sounio in one day.
