• Chania Town - The private tour begins by departing from Chania’s bustling city center to our first destination, a Byzantine church. Here, participants can unwind with a delightful snack and enjoy stunning views.
• Therisos Gorge - The journey continues through a breathtaking gorge to a quaint village where time seems to stand still. Surrounded by old photographs and historical artifacts, guests will savor a must-try Cretan dish and sample the local spirit made from grapes. A short walk away, ancient olive trees, thousands of years old, await exploration.
• Lefka Ori - Traveling along mountain roads lined with trees, grapevines, and free-range goats, a unique experience awaits. Visitors will step into a local family’s rustic wine cellar in a small village to taste their homemade wines directly from old wooden barrels.
• Chania Prefecture - The final stop features the main gastronomic meal. The menu showcases the essence of the world-renowned Cretan diet, sure to delight the senses and satisfy the appetite: fresh seasonal salads, appetizers, cheese, slow-cooked meat dishes, and local wine. A homemade dessert and the local spirit, perfect for aiding digestion, provide the ideal conclusion to the tour.

Most of the menu ingredients are seasonally grown in local gardens or even wild-foraged.

• 731 00 - Relax and enjoy the return drive to the city, with breathtaking sea and mountain views from the comfort of our air-conditioned vehicle.

• Visit of a family wine cellar & tasting
• Unique souvenirs & our top local recommendations
• All Fees and Taxes
• Alcoholic beverages
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Plenty of olive oil
• Snacks
• Lunch

• Tips & gratuities

An Unforgettable Private Tour: 5 Hours of Immersion into Cretan Gastronomy & Traditional Village Culture!

Embark on this genuine culinary journey to discover the elements that make Crete so distinct and beautiful: the villagers and their tales, Cretan history, olive oil, ancient olive trees, and of course, the legendary Cretan cuisine.

Eat & Crete [out of the box] offers a once-in-a-lifetime Mediterranean travel experience, showcasing Crete’s hidden gems, far beyond the typical downtown tourist food tour!

• Are tips accepted? Absolutely, it’s a wonderful way to express your gratitude!
• Should you eat beforehand? Yes, but be sure to leave plenty of room for the tour.

Info
✚ Private tour with a passionate local guide
✚ Maximum of 6 people (larger groups available upon request)
✚ Vegetarian or gluten-free options available (please inform us)
✚ Guided in English
✚ Easy walk - minimal
✚ Start/End: Chania city center

Highlights

• Awarded Best Small Group Alternative Tour in Greece 2025
• Supporting local businesses since 2021
• Weather appropriate clothing & shoes (hat, sunglasses, layer)
• Your own water bottle. Come hydrated! The Cretan sun is hot.
• Your enthusiasm!
• Valid ID
• We reserve the right to modify our tour routes & stops according to the weather confitions.
• Not recommended for people with walking difficulties

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