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Chania Villages Food Experience [non-touristy] - Crete

5.0 · 36 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor ⏱ 5h ✓ Free cancellation
Chania Villages Food Experience [non-touristy] - Crete

At a glance

Chania Villages Food Experience [non-touristy] - Crete is a 5h small-group experience in Chania, Greece, operated by BONNIE AND CLYDE URBAN TOURS. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 36 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $194.11 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Edible souvenirs & our top local recommendations!, Home made wine & distilled spirits, Visit the wine cellar of a local family & taste their wine.

Highlights

  • Small group of up to 4 people for a more personal experience
  • Free cancellation for flexible planning
  • 5 stops in one well-planned itinerary

Quick facts

Duration
5h
Group
Small group, up to 4 travellers
Languages
Greek, English
Pickup
Meet at the start point
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Cancellation
Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Escape tourist traps & live the heart of Crete on a small-group food, wine & cultural journey into the traditional villages of Chania.
Taste homemade Cretan recipes made with virgin olive oil, seasonal ingredients, aged cheese & slow-cooked village dishes, plus homemade wine poured from rustic wooden barrels in a family cellar.

Drive through scenic mountain roads, olive groves & peaceful countryside. See ancient olive trees, hear local stories & meet villagers while learning about old-school traditions, food culture & everyday life from a trusted Cretan guide.

Designed for experienced travelers seeking authenticity, this immersive food tour blends high-quality gastronomy, wine tasting & deep cultural immersion into a memorable, non-touristy experience beyond mass tourism in Crete.

✚ Vegetarian-gluten free, pls advise
✚ Easy walk
✚ Should you eat beforehand? Yes but save lots of room for the tour
✚ Are tips accepted? Yes

Over 1.400 happy guests since 2021

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What's included

What's included

  • Edible souvenirs & our top local recommendations!
  • Home made wine & distilled spirits
  • Visit the wine cellar of a local family & taste their wine
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Organic - seasonal food ingredients, plenty of virgin olive oil
  • All fees & 24% taxes
  • Full Cretan Meal & snacks (starters, salad, main course, dessert, more…)
  • Guided tour at ancient olives trees & sites

Not included

  • Tips & gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1 · 45m

    We drive out of Chania's busy city centre & soon we'll relax into nature's rhythm & sounds by a Byzantine Church with tasty snacks.

  2. Stop 2 · 1h 20m

    We continues through a breathtaking gorge & rural roads full of free range goats for company. Next stop a tiny village where time has stop. Old pictures, historical objects & mountain views will be our new frame. A must try Cretan dish with wine or the local spirit, will open our appetizer for more.
    In short walking distance we can visit olive trees thousands of years old!

  3. Stop 3 · 1h

    Back to the mountain roads along olive-fruit trees & grapevines, a once in a lifetime experience awaits us: visit a local's family rustic wine cellar & taste their homemade wine poured from the old oak barrels!

  4. Stop 4 · 1h 30m

    The final stop is our main Gastronomic Meal.
    The core of the world-renowned Cretan diet, will satisfy our senses & stomach: fresh salads, seasonal appetizers, Cretan aged cheese, slow-cooked dishes with & without meat, wine & dessert.

  5. Stop 5 · 25m

    Fruits or home made dessert will be the ideal finish to our tour, before we drive back to the city, with amazing sea & country side views.

Meeting point

MOUNTAIN FOOD TOUR [out of the box] - CHANIA

The meeting point is at Markopoulou Square, inside the Parking area between the Old Market and the High School.

We will meet in front of the MOTOR BIKE PARKING of Markopoulou Square.
Click here for location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2iVrHPESuEUPrMVR6

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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

Cancellation policy

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

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Chania Villages Food Experience [non-touristy] - Crete take?

The experience lasts about 5h.

How much does it cost?

Prices start from $194.11 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.

What's included?

Edible souvenirs & our top local recommendations!; Home made wine & distilled spirits; Visit the wine cellar of a local family & taste their wine; Air-conditioned vehicle; Organic - seasonal food ingredients, plenty of virgin olive oil; All fees & 24% taxes.

Where does it start?

MOUNTAIN FOOD TOUR [out of the box] - CHANIA The meeting point is at Markopoulou Square, inside the Parking area between the Old Market and the High School. We will meet in front of the MOTOR BIKE PARKING of Markopoulou Square. Click here for location…

Can I cancel?

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

Which languages is it offered in?

It is guided in Greek, English.

Is it worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 36 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Chania.

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