Gastronomy tour and wine tasting in traditional villages
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 63 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Gastronomy tour and wine tasting in traditional villages worth booking?
Gastronomy tour and wine tasting in traditional villages is a 5-hour experience in Chania, Greece, from $180 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 63 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (63)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $180 per person
Discover the most authentic and fresh Cretan food in villages between Chania and Rethymno. We will visit traditional villages where we will taste local cheese, honey ,olive oil, smoked meat, fruits, Greek sweets and her
What you get
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Guided tour of Olive oil factory
- Alcoholic beverages
- All Fees and Taxes
- Guided tour of old church with ancient olive oil mill
About this experience
Discover the most authentic and fresh Cretan food in villages between Chania and Rethymno. We will visit traditional villages where we will taste local cheese, honey ,olive oil, smoked meat, fruits, Greek sweets and herbs •We will drink Greek coffee made the traditional way in hovoli (fire that hasn’t been completely extinguished and remains hot) •You will have visit the best cheese factory in western Crete.You will also try the perfect ice cream that my friend makes and the delicious yoghurt. •We will have two meals in two different villages.The first taverna is at a mountain.The second taverna is above lake Kournas and has a fantastic view!Both are family owned and use products from the village or their own! •You will have the pleasure to witness the Cretan hospitality yourselves This is not just a food tasting experience but also a great opportunity to discover the traditional villages of Cretan countryside. The experience can take place also in the morning between 9.00-14.30
What's included
Included
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Guided tour of Olive oil factory
- Alcoholic beverages
- All Fees and Taxes
- Guided tour of old church with ancient olive oil mill
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Snacks
- pick up and drop off from your designated spot
Not included
- extra appetite! make sure you are hungry!
What you'll see and do
Armeni
Visit to a traditional coffeehouse, surrounded by beautiful trees, streams and have the opportunity to enjoy Greek coffee made the traditional way, ( slow cooked in hot sand )which gives an enhanced flavor to the coffee.
30 minutes here
Fres
Enjoy traditional ice cream from sheep milk that can only be found in Chania. Have the opportunity to taste the unique flavor of carob that is not found anywhere else in the world. Try the Cretan cheese “graviera” from which the traditional dish “saganaki” is made. The cheese shop owner will offer you the traditional Cretan drink “raki” that is up to you to try as it is quite strong.
30 minutes here
Apokoronas
Visit to an old church, at least 500 years old with a huge history and beautiful interior and exterior. It also has a gorgeous garden with various flowers, trees and herbs. Trees like apricot tree, fig tree, banana tree, carob tree, walnut tree, quince tree etc.
45 minutes here
Beautiful village with river passing through
Pass by without stopping
Georgioupolis
We will stop at a modern Olive oil mill and the producer and friend, Antonis, will guide us through the place and explain to us the process of Olive oil making. You will have the chance to ask him any questions you may have. Then you will try virgin olive oil, olives and you may buy any souvenirs or traditional products like oil, olives, handmade cooking pots etc that are offered at the beautiful exhibition there is.
45 minutes here
Lake Kournas
1st meal at the stunning lake of Kournas with a unique view of the sea, lake and mountains. You will have the opportunity to taste traditional Cretan dishes like “tsigariasto arni” ( lamb cooked with oil and wine) “anitchristo arni” (lamb slow cooked in fire) “ntolmadakia” (grape leaves stuffed with rice) “kolokithoanthous” (zucchini flowers stuffed with rice) “imam baildi” (eggplant cooked with garlic onion, fresh tomato sauce, cream cheese and olive oil) and various other dishes. Also, you will have the opportunity to taste 4 local wines.
75 minutes here
Apokoronas
2nd meal, completely different dishes, such as chicken cooked with grape juice, pork meat with tomato sauce and peppers, smoked pork with oregano and sage , mushrooms marinated with beer and various others.
75 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Chania
Meeting point
Chania
Meeting point
Chania
Meeting point
Chania
It is located on the Daskalogiannis street and has one church in front of the square and another one at the end of it .
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Ends at
It is located on the Daskalogiannis street and has one church in front of the square and another one at the end of it .
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- HappyTravellersTours & Transfers
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The remaining hours are allotted for the travel time.
- Age restriction is 18 years old and above for alcoholic beverages.
- There are vegetarian, vegan and gluten free food options.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 63 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
8 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
63 verified traveler reviews for Gastronomy tour and wine tasting in traditional villages. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Look into the Crete Countryside
Highly recommend this tour. From pick up to drop off, the tour was amazing. The van was clean, comfortable, and air conditioned. The history and stories shared by our guide along the way were educational and fun. The lake and 1st taverna were amazing! The monestary/old olive oil press was beautiful. The stop at the olive oil press was informative and olive oil delicious. The coffee stop in the next town along a small creek was picturesque with delicious coffee. And the final taverna was delicious. Perfect way to start our experience in Crete. Highly recommend this tour and our guide.
via Viator
We had a lovely time...
We had a lovely time exploring villages and eating delicious food with Yannis! He conveniently picked us up at our hotel and drove around the beautiful Cretan countryside, making stops at local gems that we wouldn’t have found on our own. When we found out that our plans for the next day fell through, he graciously offered us a private tour to the south coast. We had such a nice day with Yannis and his wife. We felt very welcomed and like we were part of their family. This is a must do when visiting Crete!
via Viator
Incredible Day!
This is the best excursion that we took on our 20 day Mediterranean Cruise. Yannis was an incredible host and delivered a tour that exceeded expectations. You will have more good food than you can imagine in scenic locations. Don’t hesitate to take this tour.
via Viator
Yannis was wonderful and...
Yannis was wonderful and so was the food and the exploration! We ate well and learned a lot. It was just my husband and I on the tour and Yannis made it very comfortable and enjoyable. This experience is definitely not your standard walking food tour where you try one thing per location. Be prepared to eat A LOT over the two big stops at the end. Also, we're not coffee drinkers, but still really enjoyed the coffee and pastry stop at the beginning. Our favorite stop was probably the olive oil factory - it was a small family owned business that was the only one of its kind in the area. We expected a really touristy curated experience that was more of a sales pitch and this was not that at all (we still bought some tasty olive oil though!). Finally, we saw a lot of the island that we normally wouldn't have gotten to see and that was lovely. This was worth the price for us, for sure.
via Viator
Must Do Experience
Our guide was fabulous... very friendly and knowledgeable. It was a highlight of our time in Chania. Incredible food and lots of wine and beer. Multiple stops at beautiful villages and lake. A must do experience!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 22
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by HappyTravellersTours & Transfers, who run 6 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 54.7.
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Gastronomy tour and wine tasting in traditional villages: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Chania.
How much does Gastronomy tour and wine tasting in traditional villages cost?
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Prices start at $180 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Chania usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Gastronomy tour and wine tasting in traditional villages take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Chania is not rushed.
Is Gastronomy tour and wine tasting in traditional villages worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 63 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Chania, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Gastronomy tour and wine tasting in traditional villages?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Gastronomy tour and wine tasting in traditional villages suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Gastronomy tour and wine tasting in traditional villages?
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Around 22 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Chania can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Chania and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Gastronomy tour and wine tasting in traditional villages start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Chania within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Chania?
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On Outty we rank every Chania experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Half-Day Rethymno Quad Safari, Elafonisi & Falasarna Small Group Tour from Chania w/snacks, Balos & Falassarna Beach - Jeep Tour with Loungers and Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Chania?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Chania?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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