Viator
From €145
12 Tastings Of Heraklion City - Walking Culture Tour
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.
Tour information provided by Viator.
- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 12 travelers
- · Adult required for booking
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Location
This experience is centered on one mapped location.
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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
120 min
What's included
- Local expert English-speaking guide.
- Snacks: 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
What's not included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Good to know
- 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
Tickets
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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12 Tastings of Heraklion city - walking culture tour
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