Day Trips from Athens to Vouliagmeni Lake (Limni Vouliagmenis)

Visit one of Greece’s most picturesque coastal viewpoints on a half-day small-group tour from Athens to Cape Sounion. Travel by minivan along south Attica’s scenic shoreline roads to reach the ancient Temple of Poseidon, built atop a towering sea cliff with fantastic views of the Aegean. Explore the ruins of this temple dedicated to the Greek god of the sea, and opt for an afternoon tour to catch a famously beautiful sunset.

Explore Athens at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off bus tour that provides easy transportation to key attractions like the Panathenaic Stadium and the Parthenon, part of the Acropolis. Travel across two interchanging lines—the Blue and the Orange—plus enjoy access to/from the port in Piraeus for cruise passengers.

Marvel over one of Greece’s most photographed monuments on this half-day tour to the Temple of Poseidon from Athens. Wind your way along the coastal cliffs and beaches on the scenic drive to Cape Sounion, then grab your camera as you spot the magnificent remains of the Temple of Poseidon, perched high on the sea cliffs. You have a chance to get up close to the ancient monument, explore ruins dating back to 444 BC, and soak up the impressive coastal views.

Explore the Vouliagmeni Hills and swim in the Vouliagmeni Lake with this guided walking tour. You'll take a long walk through the hills, taking in views of the Saronic Gulf as your guide tells you about local history and culture. Onc eyou reach the lake, you'll have plenty of time to swim in warm thermal waters followed by lunch of fresh seafood at a local taverna.

Head south of Athens to Cape Sounio on a private tour that takes you to the ruins of the Temple of Poseidon, dating back to the 5th century BC and known for its location perched above the sea. On the way, admire the scenery of the coastal road through Vouliagmeni and Lagonisi, winding past beaches and the sparkling water. This tour allows you to skip the hassle of finding your own way to Sounion so you can relax and enjoy a pre-planned activity.

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Take a break from the bustling urban streets of Athens and get back to nature with an outdoor adventure on the Athenian Riviera. Riding a revolutionary 3-wheeled electric scooter called a Trikke, feel the sea breeze as you glide along the Attica coastline, and opt for a swim in the healing mineral waters of Vouliagmeni Lake. End of the day with a memorable Greek sunset on the peaceful shores of Megalo Kavouri Beach.

Athens Riviera is the coastal area in the southern suburbs of Athens, stretching from Piraeus to Sounio. It is located about 16 km (9.9 miles) from downtown Athens stretching from the southern suburbs of Athens to the southernmost point of Attica, Cape Sounio. The beaches that stretch across the coast line are all swimmable and with very easy access from the center of Athens. Amazing scenery along the way will keep you excited till you reach the ending point of spectacular Cape Sounio, with the Temple of the God Poseidon. Admire the sculpture created 500 years b.C inside the cave of Nimfoliptos. The lake of Vouliagmeni is another breathtaking place, as you swim with the view of the underwater cave. Enjoy a perfect summer day in coast of Athens!

After days traipsing around museums and the remnants of the ancient Athenian city-state, a day spent on the Attic coast offers the chance to rejuvenate and re-energize. Soak up your guide's knowledge on the drive out to the lake before soaking in the mineral springs at Lake Vouliagmeni or the aquamarine waters at Vouliagmeni Beach. This tour offers visitors the opportunity to experience a paradisiacal slice of Attica favored by the rich and famous (including figures like Aristoteles Onasis and Jackie Kennedy).

Make the most of a spare half-day in Athens with a private trip to Cape Sounion’s Temple of Poseidon: all minus transport hassles and the inconveniences of shared-group tours. Trace the scenic Attica coastline to Cape Sounion and admire the ancient clifftop temple alongside its bird’s-eye views over the Aegean Sea. On route, stop for a picnic and optional swim at warm-watered Vouliagmeni Lake. Choice of departure times and hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Wear your swimsuit for this tour to a beach not far from Athens. Cool off in the water and see areas near the city that most tourists don’t get a chance to experience. A choice of pickup locations—your Athens hotel or the cruise port—adds extra flexibility. After a scenic drive of coastal Athens you'll enjoy a swim.

If you’re only in Athens for a day or so, you can still see the major highlights in Athens and nearby Cape Sounion. Avoid wasting time hailing taxis or hiring a car; instead, get around with a chauffeur-driven car and spend that time exploring more of this ancient city. Enjoy a whistlestop tour of the city’s major landmarks, including the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum, before heading out to Cape Sounion to visit the Temple of Poseidon, perched on a cliff at the southernmost point of Attica.

Experience historical Sounio with this private tour from Athens. Your guide will pick you and your party up in Athens, right from your accommodation. You'll then head out to visit the Archaeological Site of Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon, with time left over to stop at picturesque Lake Vouliagmeni before you return to Athens.

Experience the spectacular views and discover ancient history at the Temple of Poseidon on a private 4-hour tour to Cape Sounion. The half-day excursion is ideal for anyone who's already been to Athens or needs a breather from the bustling metropolis. In addition to exploring the 5th-century BCE temple, you also spend time at the scenic Lake Vouliagmeni set on the Athenian Riviera.

Lake Vouliagmeni and Cape Sounio are two of the most scenic spots on the coastline south of Athens, but visiting by public transportation can be a challenge. With this sunset driving tour, take in these two stretches of coastline at the most spectacular time of day. Stop to snap photos at Lake Vouliagmeni before continuing south to Cape Sounio in time to see the sun set over the Aegean Sea.

See the ancient sights of the Attica Peninsula without booking a crowded tour bus or lengthy small-group tour. Drive from Athens in your own private vehicle, enjoying views of the beaches and marinas on the Athenian Riviera and the glittering waters of the Aegean Sea as you travel. On your arrival, take your time exploring the ruins of the Temple – no tour group to rush you through your visit or get in your way.

Add a fun twist to your Athens vacation and glide along the coast on an easy-to-ride eco-friendly TRIKKE® (electric tricycle). Escape the city for a full-day small group tour of the Athens Riviera and admire the golden beaches, dramatic sea cliffs and lavish yachts and villas. Hop off along the way to laze on the sandy beaches of Kavouri or take a dip in the therapeutic waters of Vouliagmeni Lake (own expense).

Corinth city played a significant political, financial and cultural role in the ancient times and constituted an important trade center. Corinth lies on the northeast Peloponnese which was once connected to the Greek mainland through the Isthmos, a 6 km strip of land. Only in the late 19th century the long-lasting idea of dugging a canal that slits the Isthmos and connects the Saronic Gulf with the Gulf of Corinth was accomplished. Nowadays, the bridge over the Corinth Canal gives us easy access to the Peloponnese. Arriving at the archaeological sites in Corinth we can admire some exceptional monuments such as the Temple of Apollo, the Roman Agora and the Roman Odeion and of course explore the “Acrocorinth”, the Acropolis of ancient Corinth that was dedicated to the Greek Goddess Aphrodite. We can later visit the Daphni Monastery and admire its impressive byzantine mosaic adornment.On our way back, we can stop at Loutraki and enjoy some moments of relaxation at its Thermal Spa.

See the best of Athens and enjoy a short escape to Cape Sounion on a private 4- to 6-hour sightseeing tour. The extended excursion sets itself apart from other Athens tours, as it includes a special visit outside the city to see the Temple of Poseidon. Return to the capital to watch the Changing of the Guard and explore the Acropolis, Mount Lycabettus, Temple of Olympian Zeus, and more.

Begin your private day trip with a private pickup by a luxury car or mini van at your Athens hotel or Airbnb. Pass beautiful beaches and scenic sea views on your way to reach the beautiful lake. Set in the heart of the Athenian Riviera, Vouliagmeni Lake is a rare treasure of the Attica peninsula. Situated on an idyllic landscape, this rare geological phenomenon is waiting to be discovered. The lake’s brackish waters which are continuously replenished both by the sea and the underground thermal springs offer a natural and unique thermal spa experience.Swim in the mineral-rich spa warm lake waters, which maintain a year-round temperature of 22°C. Continue with a lunch in local taverna with delicious food and Greek delicacies "Mezedes". Conclude your trip with a delicious Greek ice cream. It is a 100% private & fully personalized tour. Natural thermal Spa. Unique scenic place and facility. You will have your own private driver offering tips and inside stories. Extra Stops.

Travelling south from Athens, Sounion is located at the southern end of the Apollo coast, right on the tip of the Cape. Taking approximately 1,5hrs to reach Cape Sounion, this tour can give you the chance to walk through the ancient ruins of the Temple of Poseidon with the immense blue of the Aegean Sea as a background, in a short distance from the city center of Athens. And if you are looking for one of the best places in Greece to enjoy the sunset, Cape Sounio is the place where you can enjoy the summer breeze and capture some of the greatest pictures anyone could ever imagine.

Are you intrested in exploring the ancient magic world with safety, comfort ,privatization, flexibility .So, here we are.Lets go together to explore the birth place of democracy and philosophy. The Acropolis,Propylaea,Temple of Athena Nike, Erechthion,Parthenon the theater of Dionysos,the Roman Odeon and the Areopagus the Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were revived on 1896 ,the Presidenstial Mansion, the ex-Royal Palace where you can enjoy the traditional Change of the Guards.Then the three buildings of knowledge (the University, the Academy, the National Library) the Parliament building and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Old Greek Parliament. The Lycabetus hill the Roman Agora in the famous Plaka .You’ll admire there the tower of the winds and the library of Adrian.Then the Athenian riviera and the most beautiful suburbs of Athens the lake of Vouliagmeni with the medicinal water.Finally you’ll have your lunch at a traditional Greek restaurant.

During this half-day tour you will have the chance to visit the place where the famous Temple of Poseidon located, drive along the breathtaking "Athens Riviera" area, and enjoy one of the most romantic sunsets you ever have!

Cape Sounion is the southest point of Attica where the white marble pillars of the Temple of Poseidon dominate the area. On our way there, you have a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf.