Heraklion Cultural and Tasting Walking Tour: A Small Group Gastronomic Journey in Crete
Knossos
Embark on a small group gastronomic journey in Crete with a private guide. Explore the cultural and culinary delights of Heraklion while indulging in delicious tastings.
Duration: 4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Heraklion - 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.
    Discover with us the secrets of Cretans longevity. Follow our 2 hours Heraklion Tasting and Walking Tour. Let’s feed our body and mind. The Heraklion Tasting Walking tour will let you taste…

1st stop: Cretan family bakery, daily meeting point of Locals. Greek coffee assorted with “kalitsounia” (traditional sweet pies with soft cheese filling), raisin pies and cinnamon cookies.

2nd stop: Herbs & Spices – Traditional Cretan Shop. Tasting of Cretan mountain tea.

3rd stop: Tasting of organic extra virgin olive oil, considered to be the best in the world, and of different varieties of table olives. Cretans occupy one of the highest places in cheese consumption in the world. The taste of goat-sheep cheese is unmatched. Gruyere, parmesan, soft cheese and naturally yogurt with honey. The symbol of Cretan hospitality is raki.

What's Included
  • Snacks
  • English-speaking guide
  • Tea and coffee included
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

An intimate group size !! maximum of 6 attendees.
Prepare your taste buds and accompany your personal guide for the most delightful samples of Creta’s cuisine. Our Local Connoisseur will lead you through the most picturesque streets of Heraklion, embarking on a journey through Cretan Heritage and Gastronomy!
Where to meet: Eleftherias Square ( also known as Liberty Square; it is the central square of Heraklion, close to the Archaeological Museum & the Astoria Hotel). Look for your Guide holding a ‘WeGuide.gr - Meeting Point’ sign.

Location
WeGuide.gr - Meeting point for guided tours
Meet our check-in operator, next to the entrance of the archaeological site, by the ticket booth. Your guide will be holding a logo sign with the “WeGuide.gr – Meeting Point” logo. Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the activity starts. Tour start from Knossos at 11:00am
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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