• Heraklion - Discover the historic heart of Heraklion, the capital of Crete! This tour offers a taste of local finger foods and wine amidst grand Venetian buildings. Wander through lesser-known parts of the city and learn about the Mediterranean diet. Visit a Cretan family bakery, a daily gathering spot for locals, and enjoy Greek coffee paired with “kalitsounia” (traditional sweet pies with soft cheese filling), raisin pies, and cinnamon cookies. Explore a traditional Cretan shop specializing in herbs and spices, and sample Cretan mountain tea. Taste organic extra virgin olive oil, renowned as the best in the world, along with various types of table olives. Cretans are among the highest consumers of cheese globally, and the flavors of goat-sheep cheese are unparalleled. Enjoy gruyere, parmesan, soft cheese, and naturally yogurt with honey. Raki, a symbol of Cretan hospitality, will also be offered. Along the way, savor Feta cheese, Greek olives, and Greek wines.
• Heraklion Archaeological Museum - The tour starts at 2pm. The Archaeological Museum of Heraklion is one of Europe’s most significant museums in its field. It offers a unique chance to admire the remnants of Europe’s first civilization, the Minoans. This tour spans over 5000 years, from the Neolithic to the Roman era, showcasing the lifestyle, occupations, religion, architecture, travel, arts, and more of the Cretan people. The museum’s Minoan collection is exceptionally important, featuring many masterpieces. The Heraklion Museum is globally recognized as the premier museum of Minoan culture.

• Entry to the Archeological Museum of Heraklion.
• Complimentary bottled water.
• Assorted snacks provided.
• Tasting of organic extra virgin olive oil.
• Traditional ‘kalitsounia’ sweet cheese pies.
• Delicious raisin pies and cinnamon cookies.
• Enjoyable tea and coffee.

• Transportation
• Any personal expenses

Experience life as a local for a day! Delight in an authentic Cretan culinary journey while wandering through the charming streets of Heraklion with your personal guide. This tour offers a taste of local delicacies, finger foods, Raki, and wine, all set against the backdrop of Venetian monumental architecture. Crete is renowned for exemplifying the world-famous Mediterranean diet. Join us to uncover the secrets behind the longevity of Cretans. Participate in our 2-hour Heraklion Tasting and Walking Tour to nourish both body and mind.

Following this, visit the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, one of Europe’s most significant museums in its field. This museum offers a rare chance to admire the remnants of Europe’s earliest civilization, the Minoans. The tour spans over 5000 years, from the Neolithic to the Roman era, providing insights into the lifestyle, occupations, religion, architecture, travel, arts, and more of the Cretan people.

The tour is limited to 16 participants.

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