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The Acropolis, Sounion at sunset and the monasteries on their rock pillars. These 15 compare timed entry, combo passes and the day trips that get you out of Athens and back for dinner.

Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip - Meeting at Metaxourghio and getting out of Athens
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Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip

1.Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 8,241 reviews · 5h 30m · from $23Our pick

Ride the Athenian Riviera to Cape Sounion with an English-speaking archaeologist guide, then enjoy about 1.5 to 2 hours at Poseidon’s Temple. Guides such as Lydia, Angelina, and Dimitra add Greek myths and local history, while the sunset provides the main event. Entry costs an extra €20.

“Great guide Angelina with lots of fun facts, Greek myths and information. Great day in all. Recommend.”

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Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch - Starting at Larissa Station
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Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch

2.Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,670 reviews · 14 hours · from $87

Travel from Athens to Meteora by air-conditioned coach, then explore three monasteries, all eight from scenic viewpoints, and the Hermit Caves with local guides Maria or Clement. The 14-hour trip includes photo stops, optional Greek lunch, audio guide, Wi-Fi, and USB charging.

“Very tiring but 100% worth it. Amazing views, very entertaining and informative. Lunch was simple but nice. Few options to chose from and all of them very tasty. I recommend this trip”

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Athens: Cape Sounio & Poseidon Temple Trip with Audio Guide - The Athenian Riviera drive
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Athens: Cape Sounio & Poseidon Temple Trip with Audio Guide

3.Cape Sounio & Poseidon Temple Trip with Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,521 reviews · 5 hours · from $23

Ride from central Athens along the Athenian Riviera to Cape Sounion, then spend 90 minutes near Poseidon’s Temple before sunset. An escort, air-conditioned coach, photo stop, and audio guide in six languages are included. Entry to the temple costs extra.

“Tour was an amazing experience and George was very funny and made the travel very informative and entertaining”

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Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens - Sounio Beach from May through October
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Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens

4.Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,205 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $42

Ride Athens’ coastal road to Lake Vouliagmeni, Sounio Beach, and the Temple of Poseidon in an air-conditioned minivan. Your host guide, such as Athena, Theo, Iliana, or Katerina, shares Greek history and mythology, with free time for swimming, photos, and sunset views.

“So so beautiful! I highly recommend watching the sunset from this amazing temple. Definitely a once in a lifetime experience”

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Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers - Starting at Stathmos Larisis in Athens
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Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers

5.Athens to Meteora: Monasteries, Caves & Seaside Stopovers

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,958 reviews · 14 hours · from $83

Travel from Athens to Meteora by air-conditioned coach, then explore three monastery interiors, cliffside hermit caves, and panoramic viewpoints with a local guide such as Katarina, Maria, or Apostolos. Optional Greek lunch, seaside brunch, and sunset dinner break up the long journey.

“A long day but worth it. Amazing views and history. Katarina did a great job as guide and Arius is the most skilled driver I have ever seen in those huge buses and narrow windy roads. It is a hike to one of the monasteries but worth the walk. Bus was comfortable and made periodic stops for use of WC and to grab a bite to eat. Seaside stop was very nice. Highly recommend this tour.”

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Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon: Small Group Tour - Pickup from Athens and the coastal drive
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Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon: Small Group Tour

6.Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon: Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,945 reviews · 5 hours · from $41

Join an English-speaking guide such as Mirta, Athena, George, or Yoda for a five-hour small-group outing from Athens. Ride the south coast in an air-conditioned minivan, pause at Vouliagmeni Lake, swim or eat by the sea from May through October, then visit Poseidon’s Temple at sunset. Admission and meals cost extra.

“Really lovely tour, perfect to catch the sunset. Our guide was very knowledgeable and our driver drove with care!”

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Rhodes: Symi Island & Panormitis Monastery Day Trip by Boat - Meeting the boat at Mandraki Port
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Rhodes: Symi Island & Panormitis Monastery Day Trip by Boat

7.Rhodes: Symi Island & Panormitis Monastery Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,784 reviews · 9 hours · from $53

Travel from Rhodes to Symi aboard the Nikolaos X ferry, stopping at Panormitis Monastery and Symi Town. You get about an hour at the monastery and 3.5 to 4 hours in Symi for lunch, shopping, swimming, and walks. Saturday summer trips may add a 20-minute swim at Nymporio Bay.

“Everything was on time. Boat was big with a lot of space.”

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Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Caves & Coastal Stopovers with Lunch - Leaving Athens from Larissis Railway Station
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Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Caves & Coastal Stopovers with Lunch

8.Meteora Monasteries, Caves & Coastal Stopovers with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,432 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $88

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Athens to Meteora, with seaside breaks at Kamena Vourla and a village lunch in Kastraki. Visit three active monasteries, view all six from the road, and see the Badovas hermit caves. English guiding, Wi-Fi, USB chargers, and audio guides are included.

“Tillos was an excellent guide with a vast understanding of the history of the monasteries but also Greece in general. He was caring, conversed confidently and passionately with everyone and made us feel very welcome. Spiros and Bill were safe drivers and got us everywhere on time as our brochure indicated. The stops en route were perfectly spaced. The meal options a delight and the restaurants a pleasure. Will advise this tour strongly! You cannot go wrong. Do some islands, Meteora and the Acropolis. That is perfectly Greece in a nutshell.”

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Athens: Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience - Meeting near the Acropolis and leaving Athens
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Athens: Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience

9.Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Sunset Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,338 reviews · 4 hours · from $22Best value

Ride from central Athens along the Athenian Riviera to Cape Sounion, with live English commentary from guides such as Katerina, George, or Fotis. Explore the Temple of Poseidon at your own pace, use the audio guide app, and watch the sunset over the Aegean.

“Great trip! Our guide did a great job navigating a tricky return trip due to a missing passenger and the lunar eclipse meaning it was very busy. The guide took a lot of care to make sure everyone got back to Athens safely with limited delays”

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From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Half-Day Tour - Entering the Temple of Poseidon site
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From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Half-Day Tour

10.Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Half-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,082 reviews · 4 hours · from $22

Ride from central Athens along the coast to Cape Sounion, where you get about an hour to explore Poseidon’s 5th-century BC temple. An archaeologist guide such as Katerina or Christina explains Greek myths and local sights on the bus. Choose sunset for dramatic views, but budget extra time and the site entrance fee.

“Artemis was an excellent guide: giving interesting facts and tips not just about this tour, but other places, too. The drive along the coast was spectacular. And the Temple at sunset was breathtaking!!”

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Meteora Monasteries & Caves DayTrip from Athens with Greek Lunch - The coach ride from Larissis Station
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Meteora Monasteries & Caves DayTrip from Athens with Greek Lunch

11.Meteora Monasteries & Caves DayTrip from Athens with Greek Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 879 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $87

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Athens to Meteora, then tour all six monasteries with local guides such as Maria or Clement. Visit three monasteries inside, see the Hermit Caves, stop in Kastraki, and add a Greek lunch. Expect a very full day with many stairs and a long return ride.

“We were debating between driving from Athens and this , and we were glad to pick this . It was really comfortable and covered lots of places despite the long drive. And Maria was great. She shared lots of good and interesting information with us , which made our trip really enjoyable and fun.”

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Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves Tour with Pickup - Kamena Vourla gives the long ride a coastal pause
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Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves Tour with Pickup

12.Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves Tour with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 724 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $87

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Athens to Kalambaka, then explore Meteora by local minibus with an English-speaking escort. Visit three monasteries, see the Badovas hermit caves, enjoy audio commentary, and have free time in town. The day runs about 14 hours, with monastery fees extra.

“Our bus driver (we forgot his name) and our tour guide Maria on June 9th were excellent that’s why we gave this tour 5 stars.”

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Meteora Sunset with Monastery & Hermit Caves Tour in Small Group - Key points to know before you book
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Meteora Sunset with Monastery & Hermit Caves Tour in Small Group

13.Meteora Sunset with Monastery & Hermit Caves Tour in Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 706 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $36Top rated

Ride from Kalambaka or Kastraki in a small group of up to 18, entering St. Stephen’s Monastery and the Byzantine Church of the Virgin Mary, then exploring hermit caves and a sunset viewpoint. Your English-speaking guide adds local stories, while audio guides cover several other languages.

“It's 4hrs of stunning views and exploring, amazing tour guide Lina and driver Yanas took care of us. If you choose pick up from your hotel or apartment bare in mind they will be a few minutes after the start time but well worth it.”

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Athens Half Day Tour, Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Olympian Zeus & Hephaistus - Plaka gives the history a human scale
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Athens Half Day Tour, Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Olympian Zeus & Hephaistus

14.Athens Half Day Tour, Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Olympian Zeus & Hephaistus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 609 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.)

See Athens’ essential landmarks in five to six hours with a private English-speaking driver, hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, WiFi, and bottled water. You’ll visit the Acropolis, Parthenon, Ancient Agora, Plaka, Panathenaic Stadium, Mount Lycabettus, and more. Entrance tickets and a licensed guide cost extra.

“Our driver Panos was amazing. We enjoyed the day and the sights of the city with him. Highly recommend him!!”

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Afternoon English Tour: Sounion with Temple of Poseidon Ticket - Reaching the Temple of Poseidon
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Afternoon English Tour: Sounion with Temple of Poseidon Ticket

15.Afternoon English Tour: Sounion with Temple of Poseidon Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 591 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $77

Ride the Athenian Riviera from Athens to Cape Sounion, then spend about an hour at the Temple of Poseidon with entry included. Expect an air-conditioned coach, an English guide, selected-hotel pickup, and a return to Athens before sunset. Sit on the right for the best sea views.

“Not worth the cost and time Guide was not good at the history and the stories . It just felt like a bus ride and back Most importantly they did not pick up form my hotel as promised but had to to go to Amelia hotel I had specified Breeze Boutique as pick and this was confirmed by Viator However when I rang the local tour provider “Chat Tours” they said that there is no pick up from Breeze Boutique and I had to go to Amelia hotel along with my co traveller at my cost Also there was no drop off at Breeze Boutique and we were dropped off…”

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