12 Tastings of Heraklion city - walking culture tour

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  • Price from
    €145
  • Duration
    2 h
  • Group size
    Up to 12 travellers
  • Guide languages
    English

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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
    • Original reseller of service - authorized travel agent

    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

    Meeting point: Capsis Astoria front door at Eleftherias Square ( or Liberty Square; is the main square of Heraklion, near the Archaeological Museum).

    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.