Top 10 Culinary Tours in Crete

Destination: Crete.
Get introduced to the produce of the Cretan land and the world-acclaimed Cretan cuisine, and taste for yourself a medley of traditional flavors on our Heraklion food tour! Stroll the magical streets of the city of Heraklion and discover offbeat local eateries while being enchanted by the unmatched ambiance of Crete! Taste puffy Cretan pastries, local varieties of cheese, traditional Cretan dishes, and luscious desserts, and get an authentic Cretan experience, just like a local!
Known For: Crete Culinary Tours, Crete Half-day Tours, Crete Private Sightseeing Tours, Crete Walking Tours, Crete Food & Drink.
Duration: Around 4 hours.

Destination: Crete.
Embark on this walking food tour through the heart of Heraklion city. It’s an easy walk around 1,5 miles while we visit the best Heraklion sites , Cathedral of Saint Titus , Lion Square , Liberty square,old Heraklion harbor and much more. It’s like taking a sensory voyage, where each step unravels a new layer of culture, history, and flavors. As you move from one culinary stop to the next, you're not just sampling food, but experiencing the essence of the city itself, one delicious dish at a time. This tour is perfect for foodies, families or friends that want to explore the heart of Heraklion and enjoy local dishes at the same time.
Known For: Crete Culinary Tours, Crete Half-day Tours, Crete Small Group, Crete Food & Drink, Crete Walking Tours, Crete New Product.
Duration: Around 4 hours.

Destination: Chania.
Learn about the history and the traditions of the Island, meet locals, explore the wildlife of Crete, feel our hospitality and taste the delicious Cretan cheese and cuisine. Afterwards our amazing off-road route continues and on the way up to the shepherd‟s hut “Mitato”, where you will find out all about the lifestyle of a shepherd and cheese making process. There the owner welcomes us with a shot of raki and fresh Graviera Cheese.
Known For: Chania Culinary Tours, Chania Nature and Wildlife Tours, Chania Full-day Tours, Chania Private and Luxury, Chania Food & Drink, Chania Safaris, Chania Adventure Tours, Chania 4WD Tours.

Destination: Chania.
Welcome to the Chania Cultural Food Tour, where the flavors of Crete blend seamlessly with its rich history and culture. Embark on a culinary journey through the cobblestone streets of Chania, where each bite tells a story and every sip transports you to the heart of the Mediterranean.
Known For: Chania Zombie, Chania Private Sightseeing Tours, Chania Zombie Slice, Chania Half-day Tours, Chania Culinary Tours, Chania Walking Tours, Chania Food & Drink.
Duration: Around 4 hours.

Destination: Crete.
Travel off the beaten tourist path on this 4 hour delicious culinary adventure with an experimental archaeologist- food historian, Gourmand World Cookbook Award Winner. Get a glimpse of Chania gastronomy and society and satisfy your appetite for fascinating food history, food politics and culture with delectable tastings. Following the trails 'carved' by the Arabs, Jews, Venetians, Ottomans, Greeks from Asia Minor and other immigrants who have passed through Chania, adding their flavors to the local cuisine, you will experience a multisensory food event and  delicacies from one-of-a-kind specialty food shops while enjoying the opportunity to understand better the culinary history of the city and how the locals eat.
Known For: Crete Street Food Tours , Crete Historical Tours, Crete Food & Drink, Crete Small Group, Crete Walking Tours, Crete Half-day Tours, Crete Culinary Tours.
Duration: Around 4 hours.

Destination: Crete.
Get your appetite ready and join your private guide for the most delicious tastings of Creta. Our Local Expert will walk you through the most beautiful streets of Heraklion, in a journey of Cretan Culture and Gastronomy! Meeting point: Eleftherias Square ( or Liberty Square; is the main square of Heraklion, near the Archaeological Museum & the Astoria Hotel). Your Guide will be holding a sign "WeGuide.gr - Meeting Point".
Known For: Crete Food & Drink, Crete Private and Luxury, Crete Walking Tours, Crete Culinary Tours, Crete Wine Tours, Crete Small Group, Crete Wine Tastings.
Duration: Around 2 hours.

Destination: Crete.
From the tree to the bottle, you will find out everything about extra virgin olive oil. How are the olives harvested? How is the olive oil produced? What is the difference between First Cold Pressed and Cold Extraction? What should an extra virgin olive oil taste like? Discover our naturally flavoured oils with fruits and herbs from our Estate.
Known For: Crete Private and Luxury, Crete Private Sightseeing Tours, Crete Food & Drink, Crete Walking Tours, Crete Culinary Tours.

Destination: Crete.
Start your day with a cup of traditional Aromatic Greek coffee alongside a cretan breakfast in the most beautiful and peaceful square of the city. Walk the narrow streets of the historic center and discover the most important places of interest through the eyes of a local guide. Witness a master of baklava and kataifi fyllo and taste this renowned deserts in their most traditional and tasty version. Learn all about local products, the secrets of their production and how to always get them in high quality in a complete tasting of Honey, Raki and olive oil. Relax under the lemon and orange trees of the hidden Ali vafi's garden and enjoy a full meal cooked in a way that combines the traditional Cretan cuisine and the modern gastronomical approach. Share your impressions, knowledge and views in the most Greek way: over a glass of local wine.
Known For: Crete Excellent Quality, Crete Culinary Tours, Crete Walking Tours, Crete Half-day Tours, Crete Cultural Tours, Crete Food & Drink, Crete Small Group.

Destination: Crete.
From Ierapetra's harbor we will take an unforgettable cruise to one of the southernmost points of Europe, Chrissi Island. Located 8,5 miles from Ierapetra, it has a unique cedar forest, pure white sand dunes, golden sandy beaches, and a sea with such unbelievable tropical colors. Due to its natural beauty and unique ecosystem, it is under the protection of Natura 2000 and is considered as a wildlife refuge. We will start from Ierapetra at 10:30 to Chrissi Island where we will disembark at 11:00. You will have 2 hours to explore the island, walk in the cedar forest and enjoy swimming at an exotic beach. At 13:00 we will meet again to start our private cruise. We will enjoy exotic beaches away from crowds and be given snorkeling equipment and enjoy dives from the Yacht 50m from shore. The food will be offered during that time, and you will have a lot of time to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery as we will start our return trip at 16:00.
Known For: Crete Food & Drink, Crete Full-day Tours, Crete Day Cruises, Crete Day Trips, Crete Nature and Wildlife Tours, Crete Culinary Tours, Crete Half-day Tours, Crete Water Tours.
Duration: Around 6 hours.

Destination: Heraklion.
We are not quite sure what the Minoans ate for breakfast, although We Guide you at Knossos palace and the Labyrinth. But, we can guide you also to the authentic flavors of ancient Crete. Right after the Knossos palace walking tour -having visited the oldest throne of Europe and escaped the Labyrinth- follow us, to the delicious flavors of Minoans. Ingredients all committed to the meticulous recreation of an authentic Minoan snack. Olives, olive oil, Cretan Tea, herbs, Honey, goat cheese or soft cheeses like myzithra and Cretan wine, from local producers.
Known For: Heraklion Food & Drink, Heraklion Walking Tours, Heraklion Culinary Tours, Heraklion Half-day Tours, Heraklion Cultural Tours.
Duration: Around 4 hours.