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+34 648 000 033- Price from€145
- Duration2 h
- Group sizeUp to 12 travellers
- Guide languagesEnglish
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Overview
Enjoy a genuine Cretan culinary adventure as you stroll through the charming streets of Heraklion with your private guide. Discover the vibrant historical center of Crete’s capital—home to legendary figures like El Greco and Nikos Kazantzakis. Uncover Heraklion’s rich history through its churches, Venetian fountains, monuments, and ancient city walls. Walk with us through lesser-known streets and forgotten alleyways, where the real Heraklion comes to life.
Visit Heraklion. Let us share with you the flavors and secrets of this world-famous culinary tradition.
What You'll Taste on the Tour:
Cretan herbs & teas
Traditional Greek coffee
Light olive oil tasting
Local seasonal fruits
Raki
Olives
Cretan cheeses
Paximadi (traditional rusk bread)
Raki meze
Rakomelo (raki with honey and spices)
Soumada (almond-based soft drink)
Bougatsa (sweet or savory filo pastry)
Let the tastes, stories, and spirit of Crete guide you through an unforgettable experience in Heraklion.
What's included
Local expert English-speaking guide.
Cretan herbs & teas, Traditional Greek coffee, Light olive oil tasting, Local seasonal fruits, Raki, Olives, Cretan cheeses, Paximadi (traditional rusk bread), Raki meze, Rakomelo, Soumada, Bougatsa
Raki or Tsikoudia: A True Taste of Crete
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Not included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
What you will do
- Heraklion
Join our small group (up to 12 pax) and visit the birthplace of El Greco and Nikos Kazantzakis.
Enjoy a real Cretan eating adventure while strolling the beautiful streets of Heraklion with your private guide.
Explore the Historical city center of Heraklion and Capital of Crete! The 7th labor of Hercules was performed here, the birthplace of El Greco and Kazantzakis.
On this tour you enjoy local products finger food and wine amidst Venetian monumental buildings.
12 Local Food & Drink Tastings
-Bougatsa
-Coffee
-Local refreshments
-Kalitsounia
-Fresh fruits
-Types of cheese
-Types of Olives
-Dakos
-Traditional herbal drink (Non Alcoholic)
-Souvlaki
-Raki
-Wine
Points of Interest
-Venetian Walls
-Lions Square
-Saint Titos Cathedral
-Agios Minas Cathedral
-Heraklion city center
2 h
Meeting point
End point: Meeting point: Capsis Astoria front door at Eleftherias Square ( or Liberty Square; is the main square of Heraklion, near the Archaeological Museum).
Important information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infant meals not included
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.








