Heraklion Historic & Culinary Experience | Private Tour




Explore Heraklion's rich history and indulge in local flavors on this private walking tour. Visit iconic monuments and taste delicacies like "Bougatsa," "Loukoumades," and Cretan olive oil.
Experience Details
This tour combines the historic section of Heraklion town with a culinary experience.
You will visit the most important historic monuments of the town on a walking tour, while during your exploration, you will try the most renowned town delicacies such as the famous “Bougatsa” pastry, local “Loukoumades” donuts with honey, the traditional Greek coffee and herbal tea.
Your tour will continue with the visit of Heraklion Open - Air Market, where you will have the chance to taste Cretan products such as the extra virgin Olive Oil of Crete, thyme Honey, and local Cheese. You will find out all about the natural treasures of Crete while interacting with local producers.
Sample Menu
What You Get
Good To Know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What You’ll Experience
Meeting & Pickup
Rocca a Mare Fortress, Heraklion, Greece, GR, 712 02
Open in Google MapsThis experience ends at the meeting point.
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.
The tour was amazing. Well organized, very informative and knowledgeable. Tells the story of Heraklion and Crete while hitting all of the highlights of the city. The culinary experience was equally...read more
Since 2005 Marilina Paters has been my professional tour guide for Crete and the Greek mainland, and more recently, my travel agent as well. In October 2019 I brought a group of seven people Foran ...read more
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