Viator
From €75
Rethymno Old Town Walking Food Tour Local Market Visit Tastings
Your experience begins with a warm welcome and an introduction to Cretan hospitality. First stop is the local open market, where you’ll meet producers, learn about fresh ingredients, and have time for your own purchases. The walk continues through the Old Town’s narrow streets, filled with Venetian mansions and Ottoman history. Your guide will share stories about local life and traditions. As this is a food tour, you will stop at a traditional bakery for handmade Cretan pies, visit a local café for a glass of raki, and finally enjoy a full, authentic meal at a traditional taverna. A complete cultural and gastronomic journey focused on quality and genuine hospitality.
Tour information provided by Viator.
- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 8 travelers
- · Adult required for booking
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Itinerary
Select a stop or tap a pin on the map to see details. 4 of 5 stops have map coordinates.
Walking route is approximate — path follows available footpaths where possible.
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Stop 1
Walk through the local market with stops at stalls run by local producers. Learn about regional products, interact with farmers, and enjoy free time for optional shopping.
30 min - 2
Rethymnon Old Town
Stroll through the picturesque streets featuring Venetian and Ottoman architecture. Commentary on the history of Rethymno, Crete, and local daily life.
60 min - 3
Rethymnon Old Town
Stop at a HISTORIC BAKERY to taste traditional Cretan pies.
10 min - 4
Rethymnon Old Town
Visit a traditional café to enjoy authentic Cretan raki, just like the locals do.
15 min - 5
Rethymnon Old Town
Enjoy a full meal at a traditional taverna, with a specially selected menu based on authentic Cretan cuisine
60 min
What's included
- Food walking tour in Rethymno Old Town
- Full traditional meal
- Drinks
- Tour escort / guide from our office
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What's not included
- Anything not explicitly mentioned in the program
- Personal shopping and purchases at the local market
- Pick-up/drop-off from RG Village Crete costs €10.00 per person due to limited bus access.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tickets
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tour options
Rethymno Old Town Walking Food Tour Local Market Visit Tastings
Pickup included
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