Things to do in Crete, Greece: The Best Food Tours

Get introduced to the produce of the Cretan land and the world-acclaimed Cretan cuisine, and taste for yourself a medley of traditional flavors on our Heraklion food tour! Stroll the magical streets of the city of Heraklion and discover offbeat local eateries while being enchanted by the unmatched ambiance of Crete! Taste puffy Cretan pastries, local varieties of cheese, traditional Cretan dishes, and luscious desserts, and get an authentic Cretan experience, just like a local!

Inclusions: A 4-hour private food tour in Heraklion, Services of a foodie expert guide, All food and drink tastings (more than enough for lunch), We CAN provide food substitutions for vegetarians, All taxes and VAT

Exclusions: Private transportation, Any additional orders or purchases

Learn about the history and the traditions of the Island, meet locals, explore the wildlife of Crete, feel our hospitality and taste the delicious Cretan cheese and cuisine. Afterwards our amazing off-road route continues and on the way up to the shepherd‟s hut “Mitato”, where you will find out all about the lifestyle of a shepherd and cheese making process. There the owner welcomes us with a shot of raki and fresh Graviera Cheese.

Inclusions: Hotels pick up and drop off., Special Equipped Land Rover Defenders, A visit to an original shepherd’s hut “Mitato”, Liability Insurance and local Taxes, Lunch with traditional Cretan food and wine

Exclusions: Infants are not allowed

From the tree to the bottle, you will find out everything about extra virgin olive oil. How are the olives harvested? How is the olive oil produced? What is the difference between First Cold Pressed and Cold Extraction? What should an extra virgin olive oil taste like? Discover our naturally flavoured oils with fruits and herbs from our Estate.

Inclusions: During the tasting, we will, of course, offer you some water!

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Our first stop will be to a picturesque "kafenio", to have a Greek coffee exactly as the locals do, with the traditional extra thin handmade cheese pie "sfakianopita" with thyme honey on top, the perfect way to begin your day. There is nobody, either Cretan or not, who is not going to visit the oldest "phyllo" workshop while in Rethymno and won't try his baklava! In the old town of Rethymno, a Venetian mansion houses the workshop of Mr Hatziparashos, the last traditional phyllo master, making traditional pastry. Just give it a try! Discover the narrow streets and stone-built old magnificent traditional houses in the alleys on our way to "mezedopolio''. One of the first of its kind in the city, learn how a local enjoys a homemade raki with the appropriate mezedes. Following stop, a stone-built bakery with the most crunchy, scrumptious loukoumades with honey, in the whole city! They will surely accompany you till the last stop at Fortezza castle as we will finish our gastronomic trip.

Inclusions: Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea, Bottled water, Raki, Breakfast

Exclusions: Ticket to the Fortezza, Extra charge if the pickup is not in Rethymno district

Travel off the beaten tourist path on this 4 hour delicious culinary adventure with an experimental archaeologist- food historian, Gourmand World Cookbook Award Winner. Get a glimpse of Chania gastronomy and society and satisfy your appetite for fascinating food history, food politics and culture with delectable tastings. Following the trails 'carved' by the Arabs, Jews, Venetians, Ottomans, Greeks from Asia Minor and other immigrants who have passed through Chania, adding their flavors to the local cuisine, you will experience a multisensory food event and  delicacies from one-of-a-kind specialty food shops while enjoying the opportunity to understand better the culinary history of the city and how the locals eat.

Inclusions: Field expert, A wide variety of local delicacies, Historic foods, Meal, Multi-sensory food experience, Breakfast, Lunch

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Crete’s rich gastronomic palette is greatly influenced by the history. Due to its location in the heart of the Mediterranean it is at the crossroads of rich and versatile cultures. Balanced local cuisine combines seasonal ingredients that reflect the diversity of the fertile land of Europe’s southernmost point. During this tour you will visit: GREEK COFFEE: In one of the oldest shops on Heraklion’s bazaar street, you will learn about the tradition of roasting, grinding, brewing and serving Greek coffee. TRADITIONAL BAKERY: Meet the unique features of Cretan baking and try some traditional products. CHEESE SHOP: Tasting of traditional cheese varieties. HEALING HERBS: We will tell you about the unique spices and medicinal herbs of Crete. WINE SHOP LIRARAKIS: A great opportunity to get acquainted with the producers of branded wine, learn the basics of wine-making and taste 5 different wines. TAVERN: Enjoy traditional Greek cuisine in one of the traditional taverns.

Inclusions: Salad, appetizer, main dish + water and glass of local wine., Greek coffee in one of the oldest Kafeneion in the city, Tasting of traditional Cretan bakery products, Tasting of Greek cheese, Dégustation of 5 Cretan wines, Pick-up from your hotel or any other place within Heraklion region, Information about Cretan gastronomy provided by guide in the selected language, Transfer with air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Any extra drinks and/or meals during the lunch except of those, provided by the tour, Entrance fees to museums/sights, individual expenses., For pick-up NOT from Heraklion region, extra charges may apply.

Private tours are ideal for immersing into Crete’s culture through the tasting of local dishes, as well as wines, sweets and cheese. • Trip to the countryside. • Acquaintance with local traditions and customs. • Tasting of natural products grown without any chemicals. • Visiting the best restaurants and pastry factories • Tasting dishes from traditional Greek food. Our program: - Pick-up from your hotel or any other place within North Heraklion region (for other regions of the island extra charges may apply). - Visit to 2 wineries. - Tasting of Greek sweets and coffee in Cretan bakery. - Visit to cheese and herbs shops.* - Visit to the factory, where cold-pressed olive oil is produced.* - Lunch with 3-courses of traditional Greek cuisine at one of the most popular taverns of the island. *Available upon request, instead of 1 winery visit, depending on the date of the tour. According to your interests and wishes, some extra spots might be added/removed from the program.

Inclusions: Salad, appetizer, main dish + water and glass of local wine., Tasting of Greek sweets and coffee in a Cretan bakery, Dégustation of Cretan wines in 2 wineries (3 wines in each winery), Pick-up from your hotel or any other place within Heraklion region, Guided gastronomy tour, Transfer with air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Any extra drinks and/or meals during the lunch except of those, provided by the tour menu, Entrance fees to museums/sights, individual expenses., For pick-up NOT from Heraklion region, extra charges may apply.

An idyllic escape to the mountainous East Crete to explore the hidden gems of this uncharted region. Enjoy a personal hotel, villa or cruise pick up and drop off by your private local insider guide, with a premium vehicle at full-day disposal. Soak up the natural beauty of the Eastern Crete by collecting Cretan truffles with the assistance of a professional truffle hunter and his dogs in the heart of fertile Lassithi Plateau. Then you will enjoy a delicious Cretan lunch and wine tasting in a traditional mountainous tavern. Last but not least, you will visit the mythical Cave of Zeus and a local ceramic workshop.

Inclusions: Personal pick-up & drop-off with a flexibly adjusted pick-up time, Chauffeured premium vehicle at your disposal, Vehicle comforts: mineral water, fresh fruit & snacks, Wi-Fi, USB sockets & hygiene amenities, Private knowledgeable local insider guide, Truffle hunter with his hunting dogs, Dine as locals do: restaurant & bar recommendations, Full support from your travel planner before & during your day trip

Exclusions: Drinks and meals in taverns, Admission fees (if applicable), Wine tasting expenses (if requested)

The Delicious Chania Food Tour invites you to discover a different side of the town of Chania by joining the Cretans in what is probably their favorite activity: easting!! An alternative walking tour in the Old Town exploring Chania's cultural identity ; a great introduction to this beautiful town with a local insider guide and definitely one of the best things to do in Chania on your first day, ideal also for those visiting Chania on a cruise for just a day. 

Inclusions: Greek coffee, Local guide, Raki and cheese tasting, Coffee and/or Tea, You will taste authentic Greek souvlaki and Cretan ''meze'', variety of local cheeses, olives, dakos, cured meat and traditional dishes.

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities