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Foodie tour Heraklion

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3 to 4 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

The Authentic UNESCO experience
Foodie paradise! An eclectic gastronomic experience.
To this day, s food continues to evolve as it borrows and lends elements from high gastronomy, becoming the true reflection of our modern culture. Souvlaki is our traditional national street food, but a new stream of eateries are disrupting with innovation, creativity, inspiration and the best of global influences!
You’ll be surprised by the variety currently available on the corners of Heraklion.A very unique tour. Prepare yourself for the ultimate gastronomic experience! We will visit the most upscale eateries, where everything we try is fresh, tasty and made with the best ingredients. Exquisite Quality & Flavors. When we say the BEST bites of each kind, we MEAN IT!

What's Included

  • Brunch The Local VYZANTIAN PIE With pastourmas or cream
  • Tea and coffee Greek coffee freshly slow cooked
  • Lunch Slow cooked lamb OFTO traditional cretan dish or Fava yellow beens with octapus and Cretan fondue
  • Gratuities
  • Private transportation
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Bembo Fountain

Meeting with our guide and starting your mouth-watering cretan streetbfood exploration. 1st through the market we taste pies and pastries from the oldest bakery in the city whole we admire the Romans fountain beside the Sultans wife monument. Walking to this street with aromas from fresh baked and cured coffee nuts and spices we take a bite on Heraklions oldest tapas shop and taste with some ouzo The Cretans delicious mezws-tapas small dishes full of taste Variety is the name.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

The Sebil of Kornarou Square

Caffe greek slowly cooked with the old traditional way. All secrets of Greek coffee in compination of cretan pastries and yami pies.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Heraklion

Walking between the open market and the vibrand cobblestone streets of the Venetian Heraklion city. Admiring its venetian and Ottomans architecture as well as the cretan culture .
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Loggia

The Nostra europa awarded building the nobles meeting point since 14th century. After the tapas we visit the city delicious Bougatsa shop -named after Vyzantion-wraped and filled ( creme-cheese- greens-groundbeef) There we will take a bite of Greeces famous sweet and salty best snack.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Venetian Walls and Tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis

Venetian Walls capture incrdible views, Seeing Zeus face on Juchtas mount. For meet lovers :There we will have the option to taste the slow cooked famous Ofto of Cretans the survival food qith fresh yoghurt and fresh fries on side. For Vegeterian Lovers : Before our way to the Bohemian part of the city with its Monor Asia mezes and octopuses qith fave yellow beens and the Cretan fondue full of spices and cheese to melt in your mouth. Yamas with some delicious wines and Raki and always with some semolina halva or yoghurt with sauer cherry sweet spoon .
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Cathedral of St. Minas

Walking to history via Metropolitan church and an old monastery we reach the oldest and small narrow streets of the city while admiring the hidden gems unknown to tourist
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Heraklion Central Market

The open market walk
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Heraklion (pass by)

Discover the bohemian spirit of Lakkos, one of Heraklion’s most fascinating historic districts. Once known for its vibrant nightlife and multicultural character, Lakkos has evolved into a cultural landmark where traditional architecture, artistic expression, and local history come together, offering visitors a unique glimpse into the city’s past and creative present.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Foodie tour Heraklion?

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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What's Included

Activity name

  • BrunchThe Local VYZANTIAN PIE With pastourmas or cream
  • Tea and coffeeGreek coffee freshly slow cooked
  • LunchSlow cooked lamb OFTO traditional cretan dish or Fava yellow beens with octapus and Cretan fondue
  • SnacksCretan pastries traditional from the oldest bakery of the town Cretan tapas (small dishes) with slow cooked goat meat or snails and ctmretan cheese old spicy matured and yami
  • Alcoholic beveragesLocal white and red wines as well as Raki
  • Bottled water
  • English Speaking Guide
  • Gratuities
  • Private transportation

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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