Explore Therisso Gorge, savor Sfakiani sweet pita, enjoy exclusive wine-tasting, and support local traditions on this private Cretan tour.
- Crete - Wander through charming villages, take in breathtaking landscapes, immerse yourself in Cretan culture, listen to tales of the area’s fascinating history, and treat yourself to the finest “slow food,” wine, and raki the region has to offer.
This is a family-friendly adventure and a gateway to a “slower” and healthier lifestyle rooted in our local traditions and customs.
- Taste feta cheese, olives, rusks, olive oil, cheese, yogurt, local honey and local sweets.
- Entrance fee to the National Crete Resistance Museum.
- Get personalized tips for the area’s best bars and eateries.
- Sample three local wines and some local raki.
- PRIVATE TOUR Exclusive: enjoy the comfort of pick-up and drop-off at your stay or the port.
- Indulge in a seasonal 3 course, slow-cooked Cretan lunch (consisting of meat and vegetables).
- Experience the city with our passionate, English-speaking local guide.
- Additional food and drink.
- Tips & gratuities for your guide.
Traverse the breathtaking Therisso Gorge, soaking in its verdant beauty and captivating vistas from quaint hilltop villages. Indulge in the delectable “Sfakiani sweet pita” paired with a glass of raki or authentic Greek coffee at a beloved local kafenion. Experience an exclusive wine-tasting session featuring the finest local wines at a charming family-owned winery. Delight in the flavors of slow-cooked, organic dishes sourced from the mountainside at a rustic farm-to-table restaurant. Contribute to the preservation of local economies and cherished traditions by supporting community-run establishments, ensuring the sustainability of Cretan culture for generations to come.
- Alcoholic beverages are allowed to participants age 18 or older because of the national alcohol restrictions. Participants under the age 18 are provided non-alcoholic beverages.
- In general, there are few dress restrictions in Europe and dress codes are similar to those you are used to at home. Please note though that in many churches modest dress is required; no shorts or skimpy tops are permitted.
- If you are happy with the services provided by your local a tip – though not compulsory – is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this tour.
- Food Allergies: Unless you suffer from multiple, combined food allergies, or unless you are a vegan, we will figure it out. Vegetarians are welcome on all tours.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
