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A Taste of Greece - Crete to the Peloponnese

10 days
From Heraklion to Athens
4.8 (3 reviews)

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Food & Wine
Savor the world's flavors and finest wines
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Heraklion Airport to Zaros

    Heraklion Airport to Zaros
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Idi)

    Included Activities

    • Complimentary airport transfer from Heraklion Airport to Zaros

    Optional Activities

    • Welcome group meal at a local taverna
    Landmarks
    Heraklion Airport
    Lake Zaros
    Mount Psiloritis
  3. Day 2

    Zaros

    Zaros
    Meals
    Lunch (Vegetarian lunch featuring farm's organic products including homemade feta)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Idi)

    Included Activities

    • Leisurely walk from Pangia exploring scenic countryside and Ag. Charalabos church
    • Visit to Kamihis Farm with animal feeding and fruit picking
    • Observe farm cheese production process
    • Vegetarian lunch featuring farm's organic products and homemade feta

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll to nearby Lake Zaros
    • Relax by the hotel pool
    Landmarks
    Ag. Charalabos Church
    Moroni Olive Tree
    Kamihis Farm
  4. Day 3

    Zaros to Spili to Honey Farm to Hotel

    Zaros to Spili to Honey Farm to Hotel
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Kriti Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour through Maravel Garden herbal garden with over 300 plant varieties
    • Tasting of fresh local yoghurt at Maravel Garden
    • Visit to traditional Cretan honey farm and tasting of local honey varieties

    Optional Activities

    • Purchase herbs and related products from Maravel Garden shop
    • Enjoy traditional gyros in the village of Spili
    Landmarks
    Maravel Garden
    Spili
  5. Day 4

    Crete to Souda Bay to Athens

    Crete to Souda Bay to Athens
    Meals
    Dinner (Included seafood dinner by the bay with sea views)
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Overnight Ferry from Chania to Athens)

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of local market with tour leader
    • Tour of Biolea Olive Press and olive oil tasting
    • Included seafood dinner at Souda Bay
    Landmarks
    Biolea Olive Press
    Souda Bay
  6. Day 5

    Athens

    Athens
    Meals
    Breakfast (Koulouri (traditional sesame-coated bread ring), hot drink, and juice at local cafe)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Acropolis Hill Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Athens with tour leader including market exploration
    • Koulouri, hot drink, and juice at a local cafe

    Optional Activities

    • Visit the Acropolis (advance online booking recommended)
    • Explore Plaka neighbourhood
    • Visit Syntagma Square to see changing of the guards
    • Self-guided exploration of Athens historical sites, shopping, food, and culture
    Landmarks
    Acropolis
    Plaka
    Syntagma Square
  7. Day 6

    Athens

    Athens
    Meals
    Lunch (Communal vegan lunch featuring Greek dishes prepared during the cookery workshop)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Acropolis Hill Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Hands-on vegan cookery lesson at Soybird learning classic Greek dishes
    • Communal vegan lunch featuring dishes prepared during the workshop
    • Digital recipe book

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Athens sights and attractions
    • Enjoy Athens' social scene and dining options
    Landmarks
    Soybird
    Koukaki
  8. Day 7

    Athens to Poros

    Athens to Poros
    Meals
    Dinner (Traditional Greek dinner with Rick and Katerina at a taverna in Askeli)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (New Aegli Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walk around Poros Peninsula with tour leader (approximately 2 hours)
    • Traditional Greek dinner with Rick and Katerina at taverna in Askeli
    Landmarks
    Poros Peninsula
    Askeli
  9. Day 8

    Poros to Galatas and Back to Poros

    Poros to Galatas and Back to Poros
    Meals
    Lunch (Meal prepared and enjoyed together during the cooking workshop at Odyssey eco farm)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (New Aegli Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Small boat ride from Poros to Galatas with scenic views
    • Small boat return ride from Galatas to Poros
    • Hands-on cooking workshop at Odyssey eco farm with Katerina
    Landmarks
    Odyssey Eco Farm
    Galatas
  10. Day 9

    Poros to Galatas to Nafplion

    Poros to Galatas to Nafplion
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Elena)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Andreou Winery learning vineyard history and winemaking techniques
    • Wine tasting experience at Andreou Winery
    • Tour of Karonis Ouzo Factory and museum
    • Tasting of ouzo, tsipouro, masticha, and cherry liqueur at Karonis

    Optional Activities

    • Free time to enjoy lunch in Nafplion
    • Self-guided exploration of Nafplion
    • Purchase products at Karonis Ouzo Factory
    Landmarks
    Andreou Winery
    Nafplion
    Karonis Ouzo Factory
  11. Day 10

    Poros to Athens

    Poros to Athens
    Landmarks
    Athens International Airport

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4.8
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  • Debra5.0May 2025
    Visiting the farmers, beekeepers, olive growers, wine makers and cooks who welcomed us with open arms, were...
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  • Deryn5.0June 2025
    I thoroughly enjoyed the whole trip. Highlights would be visiting the farms & producers who were all so welcoming...
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  • Edwina4.5September 2025
    The cooking experiences were absolutely amazing. They were instructional and a great deal of fun. We also learnt a...
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