Rethymno Walking & Gastronomy Tour

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Duration:3 hours to 4 hours (approx.)
Location: Crete, Greece

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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.

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Starting off, we will visit a beautiful "kafeneio” located in a unique spot inside the old town of Rethymno. There, we will enjoy an authentic Cretan breakfast, which consists of a traditional Greek coffee or juice and a handmade cheese pie (as we called it "sfakianopita") covered with organic thyme honey. We will start by discussing the main points of our visit; an introduction to the traditions, customs, and the connection to Cretan Gastronomy will follow, as we all enjoy our Cretan breakfast in the calm atmosphere of this quiet cafe.
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Time to taste some local products. Olive oil...Tsikoudia... and honey offcourse
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Travelers will be able to see in the old town of Rethymno, a Venetian mansion of 17th century where is Giorgos Chatziparaschos traditional philo Atelier, the oldest of its kind for making ''kantaifi'' and ''baklava'' philo for 65 years now. While the ingredients are simple - flour, water and some salt - the proportions according to Hatziparaschos took years of testing. Traditional philo is an essential ingredient for traditional syrupy sweets dipped in honey, such as kadaifi and baklava. If you are lucky, you will watch the master on the job. A fluid mixture falls into a special machine at the back room that butter aromas are spreading in space and a hot copper pan doesn't stop turning. Above the flames, hundreds of thin and baked strings of kadaifi are created. Sprinkled with the right balance of cinnamon and chopped walnuts, kadaifi is one of the most favorite sweets.
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ALI VAFIS GARDEN Our next stop will be a "tavern" based on a building from the Venetian era that was occupied by the Ottomans. At this stop we will taste the best Cretan "mezedes", a small traditional dish of the Cretan and Ottoman cuisine, on the menu: Salad with tomato, cucumber, artichoke and bread crouton, White, red and rosé wine, Black beans with smoked trout, goat cheese Graviera, organic sausage sheet accompanied by raki. It is a small and friendly bar with a unique atmosphere where you can relax and drink delicious cocktails in the evening. Until then, you will be fully informed about the history of our city. If you wish to visit the fortress of Fortezza after the end of the tour our guide will be happy to help you and accompany you to the entrance of the fortress.

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Posted By : Jordan_Y
Kostas took us on a culinary journey through time in the old town of Rethymno. His passion for the city, the area, and its culture is a joy to behold. Every food spot was delicious, showcasing different elements of Cretan cuisine. Learning about the rich history of this city was both eye-opening and enthralling. Highly recommend!
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Posted On : 2024-06-13 15:59:15

Posted By : PHILIP_J
Kostas was a great guide, very knowledgeable and engaging. He provided suggestions for additional places to go, name & number for taxi driver, etc. We saw beautiful things and ate delicious food. Would book again!
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Posted On : 2024-04-28 03:16:18

Posted By : alexeV92KO
Michael was an excellent guide around the town. He is extremely friendly and well spoken. Definitely worth the time if you want a taste of Old Town. 5/5.
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Posted On : 2023-10-19 02:11:04

Posted By : Companion752003
The tour was really interesting and we learnt a great deal about the local cuisine. The food was delicious. Our host Vincent was very knowledgable and polite. I highly recommend the tour.
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Posted On : 2023-09-20 07:57:43

Posted By : Culture30497376742
Guide was exceptionally friendly and informative. Learn lots about the history of the town as well as Cretan food. With a very varied set of tastings but all of exceptional quality and taste.
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Posted On : 2023-08-09 07:15:54

Posted By : finmika
Experienced guide who truly gave us value for the money. Tour was modified on the fly based on any wishes we had. Specially memorable visit to the authentic bakery. Michalis provided also good tips for the rest of our trip in mind including restaurants that the locals go and some small cities worth visiting by a car.
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Posted On : 2023-07-25 03:37:05

Posted By : Troy_V
Really enjoyed this tour. Our guide was fantastic, knowledgeable, and very passionate about sharing the culture. We had a great time, and may book another tour when our travel companions arrive next week.
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Posted On : 2023-07-19 02:16:08

Posted By : robertalP1175GS
Our guide, Michael, was incredibly knowledgeable. In addition to terrific food and drinks, he pointed out important historical landmarks and gave us a lot of history about Crete and Greek. My whole family loved it!
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Posted On : 2023-07-17 10:29:43

Posted By : Laura B
This tour was a great start to our Cretan holiday. We were expertly schooled in Cretan history whilst exploring the streets of Rethymno & indulging in some delicious Greek food. Vincent our guide, was charismatic, knowledgeable & amiable - we enjoyed his company very much.
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Posted On : 2023-07-13 13:26:53

Posted By : jamesgO2960SV
I did the Rethymno Walking & Gastronomy Tour and the Wine and Olive oil Tasting with lunch. Both the tours were exceptional, and unlike the other tours on offer within Rethymno, ECOevents is personable. Nora was our guide for the walking tour, she made us feel very welcome, and through food and history, Nora helped bring the city to life. We left with a full stomach and a great appreciation of the town. Michalis took us on the Wine and Olive Oil Tasting. He provided us with a real insight into the Cretian way of life. It was fascinating to see the olive oil process and to get off the beaten track for lunch within the hills and views of the mountains. I would highly recommend it!
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Posted On : 2023-07-09 15:03:48