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Food Tour in Heraklion – Discover Cretan Flavours

By Porto Planet
Free cancellation available
Price is £82 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
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Overview

Embark on a food, culture, and city tour in Heraklion to explore the Venetian Loggia, Cathedral of Agios Minas, and Koules Castle. Start with Bougatsa and Greek coffee, then enjoy Cretan meze like Aubergine Salad, Roast Goat or Pork, Cretan sausages, and meatballs. Taste raki, Cretan honey, and cheese. Learn to make “stivania” boots for a cultural touch.
Kick off your culinary journey with the delightful pairing of Bougatsa, a classic Cretan pastry, and rich Greek coffee—a perfect start to your day. Elevate your tasting experience with a sip of raki, the traditional Cretan spirit, and explore the nuances of Cretan honey and cheese tasting. To top it all off, learn about the art of making Cretan traditional boots, known as “stivania” in Greek, adding a touch of cultural richness to your unfor. The end dive into a vibrant tavern experience and savour an array of Cretan mezedes.

Activity location

  • Castello del Molo (Koules)
    • 712 02, Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum
    • 1 Chatzidaki
    • 712 02, Iraklio, Greece

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Food Tour in Heraklion – Discover Cretan Flavours
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:30
Price details
£82.40 x 1 Adult£82.40
Total
Price is £82.40

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    You taste bougatsa (Indulge in flaky layers of puff pastry filled with sweet or savoury delights.)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    You taste a greek coffee
  • What's includedWhat's included
    You taste raki ( Allowed under 18 years old)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Enjoy a feast of flavours in a traditional(tavern),where the table with Cretan meze. If you have dietary requirements. Please kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking. "
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
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Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We can accommodate guests with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary needs. Please send us your information about your dietary after the booking.
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Castello del Molo (Koules)

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
he Koules Castle is a massive fortress with two storeys that used to guard the entry to the port. The Castle was constructed by the Venetians in the early 13th century when they conquered the town. The earliest description of the Koules Venetian Castle exists in the work of the Florentine monk Cristoforo Buondelmonti in 1429.

Old Venetian Harbor of Heraklion

  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
The Venetian harbour of Heraklion is at the end of 25th of August Street, the pedestrian street leading from the town centre to the Koules fortress. This is the old harbour of Heraklion, now used by fishing boats and yachts, and its history is as ancient as that of the city itself.

Heraklion 1866

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
The Heraklion Markets, known as the Central Market, are a thriving and busy centre in the middle of Heraklion, Crete. “Heraklion Markets” refers to the city’s several marketplaces and retail locations, each offering a distinct experience. The central market complex is an essential element of the cultural and gastronomic character of the city.

Church of Agios Minas

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
Agios Minas is the patron saint of Heraklion, Crete, and his memory is celebrated on November 11, a public holiday in Heraklion. He was established as the patron saint of Heraklion during the Turkish occupation. Tradition tells us that on Easter 1826, while the Christians were gathered in the temple and watching the Resurrection service, a mob of Muslims was preparing a massacre against them, which was prevented by the intervention of an old cavalry officer. This horseman looked like the first lad of the Turks, Ayan Aga, who calmed them down and prevented them from massacring the Christians. The Christians attributed this intervention of the mysterious horseman to a miracle of Saint Minas, believing that he was the one who presented himself to the Turks and not Ayan Agas.

Agios Titos Church

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
The church of Agios Titos in Heraklion Town, Crete: The Cathedral of Agios Titos in Heraklion Town is among the most important monuments in Crete. It is found on August 25th street, one of the busiest streets of the town.

Heraklion 1866

  • 1h
Tavern Experience: Enjoy a feast of flavours in a traditional mezedopole io (tavern), where the table overflows with Cretan meze. Enjoy lively dishes such as:Eggplant Salad : A delicious mix of aubergine, tomatoes, garlic, herbs and olive oil.Roast goat or meze Bekri : Slow roasted goat or pork in red wine sauce highlighting the richness of Cretan meat dishes. Sausage: Enjoy delicious Cretan sausages, either with vinegar or as delicious meatballs. Raki accompaniments: Complete your meze experience with a taste of raki, the traditional Cretan spirit.

Location

Activity location

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    Castello del Molo (Koules)
    • 712 02, Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Heraklion Archaeological Museum
    • 1 Chatzidaki
    • 712 02, Iraklio, Greece

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