Greece Food Tour: Athens and Islands

Flavors of Athens Food Tour & Greek Meze Cooking Course – Private Experience

Embark on a 6-hour gastronomic journey through the exciting capital of Greece and experience the true Flavors of Athens. With your expert guide, you will walk around this exciting city full of culinary delights and secrets while biting into a variety of sweet and savory mouthwatering treats from local producers.

You will visit carefully selected shops by dedicated artisans that have perfected their recipes over the decades, as well as specialized food stores sourcing the best products from all over Greece. Step into their food stores that have been around for decades and sample ingredients that locals use in their daily dishes!.

You will head to the central food market, where Athenians do a great deal of grocery shopping for fresh produce. On your way there, you will learn how Greece’s cuisine has evolved over the centuries and how today’s recipes keep traditions alive through modern-day cooking practices. Walk around the colorful fruit & vegetable sections, get a whiff of the seasonal crops and enjoy the lively market atmosphere!

Later on during the day, you will have the chance to taste some authentic Greek food prepared by you! Retreat to a private and comfortable setting in the center of Athens where your chef will take you through the basics of Greek cuisine and assist you with preparing emblematic Greek meze recipes, such as the famous “melitzanosalata” (eggplant salad), as well as lesser-known, but equally tasty, local delicacies.

You will participate in every stage, from preparation to plate, after which you will enjoy the fruits of your efforts with lovely company and a glass of fine Greek wine.

Inclusions

• 6-hour activity
• 3-hour private walking tour
• Hotel pick-up (walking)
• Sampling of local beverages and delicacies
• Private services of a food guide and professional chef
• 2-hour hands-on cooking lesson
• 1-hour meal
• 3 traditional meze dishes
• Coffee
• 1 glass of wine/beer per person
• Printed recipes to keep
• Private services of a professional chef

Your driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Athens Airport.

A short flight and you will find yourselves on the the majestic island of Crete!

Upon Arrival, your driver will be awaiting you with a sign with your name on it.

You will be transferred to your hotel.

The Ultimate Food Tour Of Chania Villages – Private Tour

Join us for a unique exploration in Chania’s Apokoronas province, away from the tourist trail. Experience the essence of Crete as you connect with local producers and savor authentic delights.

Our journey starts at a local olive mill, offering insights into the extra virgin olive oil production process. You’ll also discover the world of “Tsikoudia” or “Raki” at a traditional village distillery, followed by a tasting.

Venture through charming villages to reach the White Mountains’ foothills. In Embrosneros village, sample local bakery treats and visit a traditional cheese factory to taste fine cheeses alongside honey and rusk.

Our final destination is a local coffee shop in Fres village, where you’ll enjoy a traditional Cretan lunch. This tour promises to enrich your tasting experience with new and delightful flavors.

Inclusions

• 6-hour private experience
• Hotel pick up and drop off (Vehicle)
• Bottled water per person
• English speaking local driver/escort
• All tours & tastings
• Traditional Cretan full lunch

Your driver will pick you up from your hotel in Chania and transfer you to Heraklion.

The drive is 2 hours.

Heraklion is Crete’s largest city and one of Greece’s most populous cities. Throughout the centuries, the city thrived under a multicultural influence, which is why there are so many Byzantine, Venetian, and Ottoman structures to see!

The 16th-century Koules fortress, located on the westernmost side of the old Venetian port, is the city’s most significant and imposing sight, along with the fortification walls.

Your driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Heraklion Port.

A 2-hour boat and you will find yourselves on the magical island of Santorini!

Upon Arrival, your driver will wait for you with a sign with your name on it.

You will be transferred to your hotel.

Santorini Greek Food and Wine Tasting – Private Tour

Savor the essence of Santorini’s gastronomy on our Greek Food & Wine Tasting Tour.
Explore two wineries and relish a delightful Greek meze-style meal at a charming traditional restaurant. Gain insights into Santorini’s food and wine culture and receive tips on Greek gastronomy.

Perfect for foodies, wine enthusiasts, adventurers, and those seeking a comprehensive culinary journey in Santorini.

Inclusions

• 5-hour private guided experience
• Hotel pick up and drop off (Vehicle)
• Guiding by an experienced sommelier
• Visit two Estate wineries for a unique tasting of 10 award-winning wines
• Dine in a tavern located in a picturesque traditional village and savor authentic Greek dishes

Cooking & Tasting Experience – Small Group

Experience the best of Santorini’s tastes and flavors while adding your touch to authentic Santorinian recipes with our Cooking & Tasting Experience Tour. Take home the joy of cooking traditional dishes, savor the memory of a gastronomic adventure, and gain new tastes, aromas, and culinary skills.

Ideal for foodies, honeymooners, cooking enthusiasts, and food and wine lovers alike!

Inclusions

• 5-hour small-group experience (max 8 pax)
• Pick up and drop off at specified location (Vehicle)
• Services of an English speaking local guide
• Hands-on cooking lesson by a local chef
• Wine tasting at the cooking class venue
• Cooking ingredients & recipes

Santorini Gems Caldera Morning Cruise – Small Group

With this experience, you will get the chance to admire the unique beaches and glittering waters of Santorini from the comfort of your boat.

Starting from Ammoudi port, the cruise will pass by the vivid Red and White Beach, with its jagged cliffs, making a stop at Black Mountain. It will then pass by the Lighthouse, south of the Caldera and the Hot Springs at the Volcano. The next stop is in Thirassia, where you will enjoy lunch accompanied by drinks on board. Finally, you will sail towards the port of Vlychada for a spectacular view of Oia.

The return route will offer beautiful Fira views before entering the port of Vlychada.

Inclusions

• 5-hour small-group boat excursion (max 20 pax)
• Hotel pick up and drop off (Vehicle)
• Greek menu prepared on the spot (Greek salad, shrimp saganaki, grilled chicken and pork, roasted vegetables, pasta with red sauce, stuffed vine leaves, vegetarian meal)
• Drinks (soft drinks, white local wine, beer, water)
• Snorkeling equipment, floating devices (ask the crew)
• Towels (to be returned to the crew)
• Blanket (to be returned to the crew)
• Map with extensive info about the island (ask the crew)
• English speaking captain & crew
• Leaflet with safety instructions on board (ask the crew)
• WC & facilities for washing seawater off (ask the crew)

Today, you will have to say goodbye to beautiful Greece. Your driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the island airport for your domestic flight back to Athens. After arriving at Athens Airport, check in to your international flight and depart Greece.

Your trip might have come to an end for now, but the magical flame of adventure and travel is always ready to re-ignite!