Private Tour
Athens Highlights & Temple of Poseidon -Cape Sounio Full Day Private Tour
Overview
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Combine visiting the Parthenon with a drive to the coastal suburbs and the Temple of Poseidon in a full day experience ideal for travelers that want to get familiar with the city’s surroundings.
Why Hellenic Private Tours?
Flexible tours and services tailored to your needs.
Professional, certified drivers fluent in English.
Well maintained, latest model Mercedes vehicles (sedans, minivans & minibuses), licensed andcertified for tourist use by the state authorities.
Exceptional client feedback from around the world.
Dedicated customer service team available for prompt assistance.
Extensive network of licensed, experienced tour guides available upon request.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infant car seats are available upon request
Your tour is totally private. No unknown passengers will participate in your group.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Acropolis
At Acropolis where you will see the Parthenon, the temple on the top of the sacred rock devoted to Goddess Athena, the Goddess of wisdom, the Propylaea, the entrance to the sacred rock, the Temple of Wingless Victory which was devoted to Goddess Athena-Nike, the Erechtheum, the most sacred and mythical of all the temples of Athens with its famous Caryatides (female featured statues), the 5000-seat Odeon of Herodes Atticus which was carved into the rock and is still used for music festivals, the 3000-seat theater of Dionysus where the Athenians listened to the immortal works of Sophocles, Aeschylus, Euripides and Aristophanes.
The Temple of Olympian Zeus is a former colossal temple at the center of Athens. It was dedicated to "Olympian" Zeus, a name originating from his position as head of the Olympian gods. Construction began in the 6th century BC during the rule of the Athenian tyrants, who envisaged building the greatest temple in the ancient world, but it was not completed until the reign of the Roman Emperor Hadrian in the 2nd century AD. During the Roman period the temple, which included 104 colossal columns, was renowned as the largest temple in Greece and housed one of the largest cult statues in the ancient world. The temple's glory was short-lived, as it fell into disuse after being pillaged during a barbarian invasion in 267 AD, just about a century after its completion. It was probably never repaired and was reduced to ruins thereafter. In the centuries after the fall of the Roman Empire, it was extensively quarried for building materials to supply building projects elsewhere in the city.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional Drivers (Not licensed to accompany you into the sites)
Skip the Acropolis booth queues for tickets – optional advance booking available
Athens Hotel/Piraeus Port pickup and drop-off included
Entrance Fees to the Acropolis & the Temple of Poseidon (50.00 Euros per adult)
Lunch
Gratuities
English-speaking licensed tour guide (Optional / 360 Euros payable in cash).Subject to availability.
Airport pickup/drop-off on request (additional fee varies by vehicle type)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Private Tour:11-15 Travelers
Private - Luxury - Stressfree
Duration: 9 hours
Bottled Water
Mercedes Minibus: 16 Passengers seater
Fully air conditioned
Smoke Free
Free WiFi
Athens & Sounio Full Day Tour: Experience the Athens & Sounio Full Day tour in a private tour by a Mercedes minibus in style
Pickup included
Private Tour: 7-10 Travelers
Private - Luxury - Stressfree
Duration: 9 hours
Bottled Water
Mercedes Minibus: Mercedes Benz Limo VIP -11 passengers seater
Fully air-conditioned
Smoke Free
Free WiFi
Athens & Sounio Full Day tour : Experience the Athens & Sounio Full Day tour in a private tour by a Mercedes minibus in style
Pickup included
Private Tour for 3-6 Travelers
Private - Luxury - Stressfree
Duration: 9 hours
Bottled Water
Mercedes minivan,Vito or Viano: 6-passenger seater- fully air conditioned - smoke free - free WiFi
Athens & Sounio Full day Tour: Experience the Athens & Sounio Full Day tour in a private tour by a Mercedes minivan in style
Pickup included
Private Tour for 1-2 travelers
Private - Luxury - Stressfree
Duration: 9 hours
Bottled Water
Mercedes sedan or similar
Athens & Sounio private tour: Experience the Athens & Sounion Full Day tour in a private tour by a luxurious Mercedes sedan or similar in style
Pickup included
Reviews
37 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful experience of Greece
davidwG2644WE,,Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely worth it to tour this way. Our driver Kyriakos was very knowledgeable about the history of Greece. He was friendly, courteous and most definitely delivered a wonderful experience! We would highly recommend this company and this driver to anyone.
we went to the Acropolis, the Parthenon, toured Athens, went to the Agora, Agora Museum, Temple of Poseidon, ate
meredithhE425ZS,,Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We took this tour and also another full day tour, both couples, friends, and children, and they were AMAZING!! Kristos was absolutely awesome and was so immensely accommodating, the tour guide was the sweetest and so informative. He took us to the most amazing restaurants to eat, if we needed something quickly, it was done. I cant give enough accolades for the incredible time he ensured we had. He even made sure all of us ladies had help off the bus, which was also immaculate with plenty of room and he even had car seats ready for the kids & plenty of water. We are only going to use him when we come to Greece, which will be often, and all all of our friends, too. If you dont use this company for all of your tours, youre insane, theres no way theres a better one out there, impossible. Book them IMMEDIATELY for your trip and you will not be disappointed. Do. It.
Ionna and Evan. Best Tour Team Ever. HP Tours
Tomas C,,Jul 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Ioanna was amazing. Very Knowledgeable and Kind. Evan our driver was also knowledgeable and accommodate the trip to our needs. We will highly recommend HP Tours to our friends back in USA.
A wonderful one-day tour of Athens
Trail17924395310,,Jul 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00June 25, 2025- an 8 hrs. tour of Athens with our driver Panos. He was driving an air conditioned Mercedes Benz Sprinter and provided cold bottled water for us whenever we need water. We were told by Frank of Hellenic Private tour to start the tour since Athens will reach close to a 100 degrees Fahrenheit by mid afternoon. We started at 9am. In the morning Panos took us first to all outside sightseeing stops like, Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Zeus, the Proplea, the Erechtheum, the theater of Dionysus and other sites. In every stop before we got out of the van Panos gave us a brief history of the place we were visiting with the use of photos from his IPad. Then by 1pm Panos took us to a Greek restaurant. The food was delicious and everyone enjoyed the food. From the restaurant we went to the Modern Acropolis museum. Before returning to our villa Panos continued the city tour of the Panathiniac Olympic Stadium, tomb of unknown soldiers, drive by the academy, national library and drive up Lycabettus hill to enjoy view of Athens. Our whole family was very pleased with the services of Hellenic Private Tours, our driver Panos and all the suggestions of Frank. We happily recommend them to anyone visiting Athens.
Experience of a life time!!!
561ghazalas,,Jul 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an experience of a life time.Our tour guide Panos was very gracious and understanding.He gave us water bottles during our entire stay and explained the areas we were exploring very well.He was on time and as we were with young children showed us a lot of grace. Panos was very knowledgeable about the areas we wanted to visit and answered our questions in detail.The tour van was excellent, clean with good air condition.Well kept and maintained. We would highly recommend H.P tours to people who wish to have a wonderful experience in Greece.
A great way to see Athens, Poseidon’s Temple, & the Acropolis
Highwaz1,,Jun 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fantastic day. Our guide, Joanna, was knowledgeable and friendly. Our driver, Evan, was efficient, safe, and always went the extra mile. We were escorted to the entrance of the Acropolis and provided clear instructions for meeting up with the van and guide. We had just the right amount of time to see the amazing ruins. Next we took a tour around the city and Joanna provided a great tour. We stopped to see the changing of the guards at the Presidential Residence. Finally, we were driven to Poseidon’s temple and stopped for lunch overlooking the sea. I highly recommend this tour, this tour company, Evan, and Joanna! .
Amazing Tour Guide and Experience
bethsE2866NH,,May 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Tasos was not only incredibly knowledgeable, but also wonderfully attentive, kind, and truly went above and beyond to make sure every moment of our day was special. From the moment the tour began, it was clear we were in the hands of someone who genuinely cared. He was patient and brought so much warmth and personality to the experience. It felt less like a tour and more like exploring with a friend who knows everything there is to know about the place. Thank you Tasos!
Amazing tour to Temple of Poaeidon at sunset with Panos!
preethag2022,,Apr 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful guided tour of various spots in and around Glyfada, culminating in watching the sunset from the Temple of Poseidon! It was a stunning view. Our guide Panos was super friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. He tailored the trip according to our preference and took us to several scenic spots for photos. He was also very informative and kind!
Great
Beverly B,,Oct 25, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide Panos(Frank) was the best, very patient and stayed with us for 9 hrs Brought us to a Seafood restaurant with fresh catch of the Day and was so patient with us
Great recommendations and itinerary
Agustin A,,Oct 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The vehicle is great. Restaurants selection was amazing. I suggest you request a driver willing to provide more information during trip. Our was quite. The tour guides were very very good.
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