Where to Go: the 4 Best Private Temple Tours in Athens

1.Lake Vouliagmeni Thermal Spa And Temple Of Poseidon Private Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 578 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $171Our pick

Travel privately from Athens to Lake Vouliagmeni and Cape Sounion in six to seven hours. Swim in mineral-rich water, enjoy a Greek culinary gift, stop for seafood, and explore the Temple of Poseidon with drivers such as George, Theo, Melina, or Jason.

“Our services with Theo was nothing less than spectacular. He was super friendly, knowledgeable, attentive to our special dietary needs and showed the utmost care as a host, driver and tour guide. So glad to have met him. He became one of the highlights of our time in Athens Greece. Book this tour. (;”

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2.Meteora Monasteries Private Full Day Trip From Athens

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 360 reviews · 11 to 14 hours (approx.) · from $350

This private Athens day trip takes you to up to three open Meteora monasteries, with an informed driver such as George, Harry, Dimitri, or Melina sharing history along the way. You’ll stop in Kastraki for Greek food, visit Thermopylae, and travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with pickup and drop-off included.

“The trip was really good and went well as planned. Our driver Theo was polite, courteous and was very accommodating as we were traveling with family. The vehicle was also clean. Overall no complaints with the tour. Only 1 thing to consider. We had lunch at the Meteoran Panarama restaurant. We believe the lady over there was trying to sell her specials as her waiter had initially mentioned they served souvlaki but later they denied having it for that day. I don’t know if this was a genuine misunderstanding. We were traveling with kids and tired so didn’t want to check for other restaurants. So I would recommend to check…”

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3.Cape Sounio & Temple Of Poseidon Breathtaking Views Private Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 267 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $150Best value

Travel from Athens or Piraeus in a private air-conditioned car or minivan to Cape Sounion. Drivers such as George, Melina, Theo, and Dimitris add local stories and flexible photo stops. Choose a morning visit or sunset, then add a seaside meal or ice cream stop.

“Of course the temple and the drive was beautiful. Melina was amazing. Not only with her knowledge of the temple but she was also poniting out other interesting sites. I also appreciated learning about Greek culture and hx. Totally worthit...Hopefully you will get Melina also.”

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4.Cape Sounio and Temple of Poseidon Private Day Trip with Private Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 140 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $199

Travel privately from Athens along the Athenian Riviera to Cape Sounio and the Temple of Poseidon. Your local host handles the driving, adds Greek coffee and a snack, and can adjust the day with beach stops, local food, and personal recommendations. Guides such as Fotis, Antonis, and Yorgos are especially praised for their warm, flexible style.

“Fastos was a great tour guide that gave us unique insight into the average life of Greek people and society. The actual sight was pretty cool, but the drive was definitely the highlight.”

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