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Gastronomy tour and wine tasting in traditional villages

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| Chania, Greece
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On average, this is booked 30 (0) days in advance.
5 to 6 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Discover the most authentic and fresh Cretan food in villages between Chania and Rethymno.
We will visit traditional villages where we will taste local cheese, honey ,olive oil, smoked meat, fruits, Greek sweets and herbs
•We will drink Greek coffee made the traditional way in hovoli (fire that hasn’t been completely extinguished and remains hot)
•You will have visit the best cheese factory in western Crete.You will also try the perfect ice cream that my friend makes and the delicious yoghurt.
•We will have two meals in two different villages.The first taverna is at a mountain.The second taverna is above lake Kournas and has a fantastic view!Both are family owned and use products from the village or their own!
•You will have the pleasure to witness the Cretan hospitality yourselves
This is not just a food tasting experience but also a great opportunity to discover the traditional villages of Cretan countryside.
The experience can take place also in the morning between 9.00-14.30

What's Included

  • Dinner Dinner at a family restaurant with amazing meat options like antikristo. The restaurant is next to Crete's biggest lake!
  • Lunch There are vegetarian, vegan and gluten free food options. Eating this family's restaurant food which is found in a very beautiful location, you will feel like you really are trying something special!
  • Snacks There are vegetarian, vegan and gluten free food options.
  • Extra appetite! make sure you are hungry!
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Armeni

Visit to a traditional coffeehouse, surrounded by beautiful trees, streams and have the opportunity to enjoy Greek coffee made the traditional way, ( slow cooked in hot sand )which gives an enhanced flavor to the coffee.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fres

Enjoy traditional ice cream from sheep milk that can only be found in Chania. Have the opportunity to taste the unique flavor of carob that is not found anywhere else in the world. Try the Cretan cheese “graviera” from which the traditional dish “saganaki” is made. The cheese shop owner will offer you the traditional Cretan drink “raki” that is up to you to try as it is quite strong.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Apokoronas

Visit to an old church, at least 500 years old with a huge history and beautiful interior and exterior. It also has a gorgeous garden with various flowers, trees and herbs. Trees like apricot tree, fig tree, banana tree, carob tree, walnut tree, quince tree etc.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vrisses (pass by)

Beautiful village with river passing through
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Georgioupolis

We will stop at a modern Olive oil mill and the producer and friend, Antonis, will guide us through the place and explain to us the process of Olive oil making. You will have the chance to ask him any questions you may have. Then you will try virgin olive oil, olives and you may buy any souvenirs or traditional products like oil, olives, handmade cooking pots etc that are offered at the beautiful exhibition there is.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lake Kournas

1st meal at the stunning lake of Kournas with a unique view of the sea, lake and mountains. You will have the opportunity to taste traditional Cretan dishes like “tsigariasto arni” ( lamb cooked with oil and wine) “anitchristo arni” (lamb slow cooked in fire) “ntolmadakia” (grape leaves stuffed with rice) “kolokithoanthous” (zucchini flowers stuffed with rice) “imam baildi” (eggplant cooked with garlic onion, fresh tomato sauce, cream cheese and olive oil) and various other dishes. Also, you will have the opportunity to taste 4 local wines.
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1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Apokoronas

2nd meal, completely different dishes, such as chicken cooked with grape juice, pork meat with tomato sauce and peppers, smoked pork with oregano and sage , mushrooms marinated with beer and various others.
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1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Age restriction is 18 years old and above for alcoholic beverages.
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • The remaining hours are allotted for the travel time.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Gastronomy tour and wine tasting in traditional villages?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Gastronomy tour and wine tasting in traditional villages?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Dinner. Dinner at a family restaurant with amazing meat options like antikristo. The restaurant is next to Crete's biggest lake!.
  • Lunch. There are vegetarian, vegan and gluten free food options. Eating this family's restaurant food which is found in a very beautiful location, you will feel like you really are trying something special!.
  • Snacks. There are vegetarian, vegan and gluten free food options.
  • Alcoholic beverages. Age restriction is 18 years old and above.
  • All Fees and Taxes.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • pick up and drop off from your designated spot.
  • Guided tour of old church with ancient olive oil mill.
  • Guided tour of Olive oil factory.
The following is NOT included:
  • extra appetite! make sure you are hungry!.
Apr 2025
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The minimum age to participate is 1..

Apr 2025
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If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Gastronomy tour and wine tasting in traditional villages is as follows:

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Age restriction is 18 years old and above for alcoholic beverages.
  • There are vegetarian, vegan and gluten free food options.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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What's Included

Activity name

  • DinnerDinner at a family restaurant with amazing meat options like antikristo. The restaurant is next to Crete's biggest lake!
  • LunchThere are vegetarian, vegan and gluten free food options. Eating this family's restaurant food which is found in a very beautiful location, you will feel like you really are trying something special!
  • SnacksThere are vegetarian, vegan and gluten free food options.
  • Alcoholic beveragesAge restriction is 18 years old and above.
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Pick up and drop off from your designated spot
  • Guided tour of old church with ancient olive oil mill
  • Guided tour of Olive oil factory
  • Extra appetite! make sure you are hungry!

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Age restriction is 18 years old and above for alcoholic beverages.
  • There are vegetarian, vegan and gluten free food options.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • The remaining hours are allotted for the travel time.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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