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Luxury Private Day Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Sunset at Sounio

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7 to 9 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Two experiences in one day—explore ancient Athens in the morning and Cape Sounio’s Temple of Poseidon in the evening.

Scenic coastal drive along the Athenian Riviera, ending with the unforgettable sunset over the Aegean.

Travel in style with our luxury fleet of Mercedes vehicles—from elegant sedans to spacious minivans and executive-class Sprinters.

Comfort guaranteed—air-conditioned interiors, bottled water, Wi-Fi, and English-speaking chauffeurs.

Flexible and private—tailor the pace of your day, with door-to-door pickup from hotel, port, or airport.

Stress-free service with flight and ship monitoring for peace of mind.

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • English Speaking Driver
  • Government Fees
  • Meals
  • 30€ Per Person for Acropolis/20€ for Acropolis Museum/20€ Per Person for temple of Poseidon(Sounio)
  • Gratuities
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Port Pick up: Our driver will be waiting with your name on a sign upon the arrival gate. Airport Pick up: Driver will wait you at the arrival hall with your name on board. Hotel Pick up: Driver will wait outside of your accommodation.

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Acropolis

The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel on a rocky hill overlooking the city. It is home to iconic monuments like the Parthenon, symbolizing the glory of classical Greece. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Acropolis stands as a timeless symbol of democracy, philosophy, and art.  The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel on a rocky hill overlooking the city. It is home to iconic monuments like the Parthenon, symbolizing the glory of classical Greece. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Acropolis stands as a timeless symbol of democracy, philosophy, and art.
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1 hour 40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Acropolis Museum

The Acropolis Museum is a modern archaeological museum in Athens, opened in 2009, dedicated to the findings of the Acropolis. Located at the foot of the Acropolis hill, it showcases ancient Greek art, including original sculptures from the Parthenon. With its elegant design and glass floors revealing ruins beneath, it blends history with contemporary architecture.
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1 hour 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tempio Di Zeus Olimpio (pass by)

The Temple of Olympian Zeus, once the largest in Greece, still impresses with its towering Corinthian columns and timeless grandeur at the heart of Athens
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Hellenic Parliament

At this stop, you’ll see the former royal palace of King Otto, now home to the Greek Parliament. In front lies the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, where the Evzones perform the iconic Changing of the Guard. All of this unfolds in Syntagma Square—the vibrant heart of Athens and a symbol of modern Greek democracy
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (pass by)

The University of Athens, officially the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, is Greece’s oldest and most prestigious university, founded in 1837. Located in the heart of Athens, it is part of the historic “Neoclassical Trilogy” along with the Academy and the National Library. The university has played a major role in the country’s academic, cultural, and political life.
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Panathenaic Stadium

The Panathenaic Stadium, also known as Kallimarmaro, is a historic marble stadium in Athens, Greece. Originally built in 330 BC and rebuilt in marble in 144 AD, it hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896. It is the only stadium in the world made entirely of marble and remains a symbol of Greek heritage and Olympic history.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Flisvos Marina (pass by)

Starting from Athens, a coastal route is followed along the Athenian Riviera, which has a breathtaking view of the Saronic Gulf and our first stop is Marina of Floisvos that is one of the most spectacular marinas of Athens with the most awesome Motor-Yachts.
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Vouliagmeni (pass by)

After we pass the old airport of Athens, we pass the luxury area of Glyfada, with a variety of shops and restaurants, we arrive at the area of Vouliagmeni. First stop at this are is a secret breathtaking place to take some nice pictures of the Athenian Riviera and Vouliagmeni area.
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Lake Vouliagmeni

After the magnificent photos we get into the car to drive,not far, to Vouliagmeni Lake.The lagoon formed about 2,000 years ago. It was once a large cavern that collapsed following an earthquake. The outline of the collapsed cavern roof can be clearly discerned from a distance. The lake has quite unique environmental conditions: it is supplied with warm seawater (28-35ºCelsius) via an underground channel spreading through a network of flooded caves, so its temperature never drops below 18 °C (usually ranges around 21-24 °C).
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Temple of Poseidon

Finally after all the spectacular places we passed ,Faliron, Marina of Floisvos, Airport of Elliniko,Glyfada,Vouliagmeni Lake, and the most beautiful drive inside Athens, we arive at the Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon. The temple of Poseidon at Sounion was constructed in 444–440 BC. Temple of Poseidon is an Hexa-style Temple that means that it has 6 columns front and 6 back and 13 on each side.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Elliniko (pass by)

As we continue our beautuful journey to Cape Of Sounio we pass from the old airport of Athens, Elliniko International Airport, that used from Germans and later from 1945-1993 to USAAF(United States of American Air Force).
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Luxury Private Day Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Sunset at Sounio?

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 (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

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

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  • Private transportation
  • English Speaking Driver
  • Government Fees
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
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  • Meals
  • 30€ Per Person for Acropolis/20€ for Acropolis Museum/20€ Per Person for temple of Poseidon(Sounio)
  • Gratuities
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