Heraklion Food Tour: Flavors and Trails

Discover the authentic taste of Crete through a uniquely designed gastronomic experience.                                                                     

Heraklion, a member of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network of Gastronomy, is the ideal destination to explore rich culinary delights. This experience is a meeting with the island’s history and its culinary tradition.

Through 12 carefully selected tastings and a meal, you will enjoy everything from local cheeses and olive oils to unique traditional creations that tell stories of centuries. Each stop is thoughtfully designed to combine quality, authenticity, and aesthetics, creating an experience that satisfies every visitor.

We will visit and taste products from shops with:

• Local herbs and spices
• Traditional pies
• Traditional handmade sweets
• Traditional Cretan products such as olive oil, honey, carob syrup, olives, etc.
• A local coffee roastery
• Local cheese producers
• A traditional café/restaurant where we will taste not only traditional dishes but also local wine with raki (Cretan “tsikoudia”)

During the tour, we will share with you secrets of traditional Cretan society, and you will learn about the role each delicacy played in the island’s social events and celebrations. You will receive recommendations for the best culinary experiences on the island, along with tips that only true insiders can offer. By the end, you will leave with wonderful memories and photos, as well as a deeper understanding of the culture and philosophy of Cretan hospitality.

• Taste a hand-picked selection of at least 12 authentic Cretan flavors. 
• Light Meal with 8 selected local dishes, wine and Raki at traditional Cretan Kafenion
• Learn the stories behind the flavors and discover the secrets of Crete’s UNESCO-recognized gastronomic heritage.
• Discover the stories behind the island’s gastronomy with insights only locals can share.
• Plenty of photo opportunities along the way

• Hotel pick-up areas from Malia, Stalis, Hersoniso, Anisaras, Gouves, Heraklio, Amoudara, Ag. Pelagia, Fodele
• Professional English French and German Guide
• Air-conditioned vehicle bus
• Visit to Dictean Cave
• Visit to Psychro village
• Visit to Tzermiado
• Visit to Monastery of Kera Kardiotissa

• Lunch
• Food and drinks
• Personal expenses

Pick up & drop off 

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• All traveler types / Family friendly / Cruise friendly
• Most travelers can participate
• Not wheelchair accessible
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
• If you are a cruise ship traveler, you will take the shuttle bus located at the gate , to the passenger's terminal number 5. From there you will walk along the coastline and meet us at the meeting point
• Fill in the booking form  to check pricing & availability on your preferred travel date. Our pricing is constantly updated 

• We recommend bringing a bottle of water and wearing a hat, especially on sunny days. Comfortable flat shoes are also a must, so you can enjoy your walking tour without any discomfort or interruptions.

• We recommend coming hungry so you can fully enjoy all the delicious tastings of this experience!

• Please note that vegetarian options may be limited, as we focus on authentic, traditional, local products and recipes. If you follow a special diet or have any allergies, kindly inform your escort so he can advance you accordingly.