Heraklion : Walking city tour & Food tasting

Why choose this tour? Because we don't just show you Heraklion; we let you taste its soul! In a city of tourist traps, our Authentic Food & History Tour stands out by combining monumental landmarks with "hidden" culinary gems. A Complete Feast: Go beyond snacks! Enjoy Handmade Bougatsa at Lions Square, world-famous Gyros at Hovoli, and a sit-down Farm-to-Table feast at the prestigious Arismari & Varsamo. The Local Secret: Explore the 1866 Central Market as a local. Taste aged Graviera cheese, mountain herbs, and premium olive oil. Culture & Views: Balance your appetite with history at St. Minas Cathedral, St. Titus Church, and the majestic Venetian Walls for 360-degree Aegean views. Intimate Experience: Small groups ensure personalized stories about Cretan longevity and the secrets of Raki. All tastings included. Come hungry, leave as a local!

1. 1

   Cathedral of St. Minas

   10 min

   Start your journey at the majestic patron saint's cathedral. Hear the legends of the 19th-century architecture and the 'miraculous' unexploded bomb before we dive into the city's flavors

2. 2

   Stop 2

   1 hour

   Walk through the aromatic alleys of the 1866 Market. We stop for a private cheese-tasting session of aged Graviera and learn about the healing herbs of the Cretan mountains.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   10 min

   Explore one of the most historic churches in the Mediterranean, a site that has been a Cathedral and a Mosque, located on the city’s most elegant pedestrian street

4. 4

   Stop 4

   1 hour

   A sit-down culinary experience! Enjoy authentic Cretan recipes like Dakos, lamb, paired with local wine and a ritual of Raki. Pure Cretan hospitality at its best

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.