🏨 Private Gastronomy Tour in the Old Heraklion Activity

Private Gastronomy Tour in the Old Heraklion

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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 6 hours

Departs: Heraklion, Heraklion

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

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.

What's Included

Dégustation of 5 Cretan wines

Greek coffee in one of the oldest Kafeneion in the city

Information about Cretan gastronomy provided by guide in the selected language

Pick-up from your hotel or any other place within Heraklion region

Salad, appetizer, main dish + water and glass of local wine.

Tasting of Greek cheese

Tasting of traditional Cretan bakery products

Transfer with air-conditioned minivan

What's Not Included

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.

Traveler Information

INFANT: Age: 0 - 4
CHILD: Age: 5 - 12
ADULT: Age: 13 - 85

Additional Info

If you do not want to keep your infant on laps, you need to pay child ticket. Baby car seats are provided.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

If you do not want to keep your infant on laps, you need to pay child ticket. Baby car seats are provided.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

What To Expect

Heraklion Archaeological Museum

Starting from the very center of the city, we will head to Heraklion’s bazaar street where we will visit one of the oldest Kafeneion (coffee shops). Then, we will visit a traditional Cretan bakery, cheese shop and healing herbs store in the old Heraklion area. Afterwards, we will visit a wine store and a Cretan tavern for a lunch!

• Admission Ticket Free

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