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Food, Culture and City Tour in Heraklion

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Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Location
Oropedio Lasithiou
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Duration
4 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 6 guests
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Language
English
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Explore Heraklion on a food and culture tour. Visit historical sites, taste traditional dishes, sip on Cretan raki, and learn about local crafts, immersing you in authentic Cretan life.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

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 mezes like Eggplant 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 savor an array of Cretan mezedes.

What You Get

Brunch
You taste bougatsa (Indulge in flaky layers of puff pastry filled with sweet or savory delights.)
Tea and coffee
You taste a greek coffee
Alcoholic beverages
You taste raki ( Allowed under 18 years old)
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Good To Know

  • We can accommodate guests with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary needs. Please send us your information about your dietary after the booking.
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

What You’ll Experience

1

Castello del Molo (Koules)

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.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included
2

Old Venetian Harbor of Heraklion

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.
40 minutesAdmission Ticket Included
3

Heraklion Central Market

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.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Included
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Church of Agios Minas

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.
10 minutesAdmission Ticket Included
5

Agios Titos Church

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.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Included
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Heraklion Central Market

Tavern Experience: Enjoy a feast of flavors in a traditional mezedopole io (tavern), where the table overflows with Cretan mezes. Enjoy lively dishes such as:Eggplant Salad : A delicious mix of eggplant, tomatoes, garlic, herbs and olive oil.Roast goat or mezes 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.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Chatzidaki, Iraklio, Greece, GR, 712 02

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Meet our local escort in front of the archaeological museum who will have your name on a sign to identify him and wander charming Heraklion.
End Point

Pastry History Museum, Leoforos Dimokratias, Iraklio, Greece, GR, 713 06

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We finish our culinary, and cultural tour in one of the best pastry shops in the city, having preserved beautiful images and tastes.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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