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EXPLORE THE CULTURAL & CULINARY SOUL OF CHANIA OLD TOWN LIKE A LOCAL
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EXPLORE THE CULTURAL & CULINARY SOUL OF CHANIA OLD TOWN LIKE A LOCAL
Chania, Crete, Greece
Journeys for Culture Lovers
Love at First Bite - Epicurean Tales
About this experience
Highlights
- Discover the multicultural richness of Chania Old Town
- Soak up the historic charms of the Old Town and Venetian port
- Your destination angel will enrich your experience with local stories and insights
- A private taste-tour of the best street food in Chania
- Wander the picturesque alleys of the historic quarter and Venetian port with a destination angel to flavour the experience with stories and insights
- Learn about local eating habits and how Chania’s multicultural gastronomy has evolved through the centuries
- Savour authentic local tastes along the way and end your experience with a classic Cretan lunch at a traditional taverna
Description
On this intimate walking experience, you will explore the entire Old Town, encounter Chania's layered cultural identity, while enjoying traditional Cretan dishes and street food in the company of your private destination angel. A great introduction and orientation for this enchanting historic quarter and one of the most rewarding activities in Chania. Highly recommended for your first days in the city.
What better way to get under the surface of the riveting living museum of Chania than to have our destination angel at your side: walking the ancient cobbled paths, pointing out the secret treasures of the Old Town, and introducing you to Chania's rich cultural profile through story-telling?
We will visit different local vendors and you will learn about Cretan staples like herbs, olive oil, rusks, cheese and more (educating your tastebuds as we go!). Would you like to find out about the legend that lies behind Chania’s main cathedral? Why was it so important that the Etz Hayyim Synagogue was built in that exact location? What courageous deeds did Ioannis Daskalogiannis do to have the Chania airport named after him? What is the story behind the powerful Venetian clans whose family shields still adorn the most beautiful buildings of the Old Town?
This experience invites you also to digest a different side of Chania by joining the Cretans in what is probably their favourite pastime: eating (and drinking!). Get swept away by the spirited Cretan atmosphere and indulge in classic “mezes” - mezes in Greek means bites of different flavours - in charming local haunts selected for their authenticity and the quality of their service. The experience includes multiple stops at some of Chania Town’s favourite local foodie hotspots and taste authentic Cretan delicacies like bougatsa, kaltsounia, goat cheeses, olive oil and olives, honey and raki.
The final destination will be a local eatery where you will savour a complete Cretan meal with varied “mezedakia”. What did the Minoans eat and drink? How did Crete’s turbulent history add spice to their eating habits? What is the Mediterranean diet? You’ll discover these answers and many more inside stories courtesy of your dedicated destination angel. Your destination angel will enhance your Chania immersion by choosing an authentic taverna for lunch where you will dine on wonderful Cretan ‘’mezedes’’ (small plates) and a variety of classic Cretan dishes, accompanied by house wine and fiery raki. This experience will leave you feeling like Chania is a familiar old friend with many more exciting adventures to share throughout your stay.
Experience Details
What is included
Your English speaking destination angel
Drinks (wine, tripouro, bottled water)
Local delicacies
Lunch
What is not included
Gratuities
Personal expenses
Beverage/drinks other the ones mentioned
Things you need to know
General Terms and Conditions
General Terms and Conditions
Before proceeding with the final booking, customer has to agree on applicable terms and conditions
Payment terms
Payment terms
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Deadline for reservations
The latest deadline for submitting your booking request is 4 days before the desired date
Restrictions that might influence the operation
As per terms and conditions (extraordinary cancelations)
This experience is subject to weather conditions, (rain- strong winds)
Prepare for the experience
Know before you go
- t is important to know in advance if the guests have any food allergies/dietary requirements
- Good physical condition & sturdy and comfortable shoes are required
- Guests must be without heart, lungs or breathing health problems
Starting time
10:00 am
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sun protection cream, hat and loose fitted clothing
NOT suitable
- Wheelchair users / People with mobility impairments
- Pregnant women
Meeting point
In front of the municipal market /south main gate