Overview
Join us and live an incredible journey through the Cretan cuisine and culture...
Tour Highlights
• Introduction and welcome drink
• Vegetable picking from the family garden
• Cooking class of traditional Cretan recipes
• Experience the use of the old wood-oven
• Hear the stories and origins behind each dish
• Wine tasting combined with cheese platters in Cretan varieties
• Tour around the theme rooms of the family house
• Introduction of the Cretan weaving tradition
• Admire extraordinary artifacts of the past and learn about the Cretan way of life in the previous centuries
• Feel part of a local family inside an embracing environment
• Enjoy the spectacular front and rear view of the cottage to the sea and the mountain
• Savor the freshly made dinner along with good Cretan wine
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
English speaking, local driver/guide
Small-group cooking class
Recipes & photos taken on tour are sent electronically via e-mail
Commemorative gifts
All ingredients for your lunch
Transport by air-conditioned minivan/minibus
Use of apron and cooking utensils
Wine & Food tasting
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Hotel pick up - drop off is only for Chania region, Not Rethimnon, Heraklion and Lasithi. If someone staying in the other regions of Crete and wants to participate in this tour has to drive with his own car or bus to meet us in Chania city center and start the tour
• Please check the pick up areas before you book this tour.
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.
What to expect
Follow us to the extraordinary journey through the Cretan flavors and taste the real Cretan way of life. Up in the high peaks of the White Mountains, you will prepare some traditional and extremely tasty home-made dishes. Using only healthy organic Cretan ingredients like extra-virgin olive oil, fresh vegetables picked from the garden, dairy products and the most aromatic herbs.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Athens).
Additional Information
- Please check the pick up areas before you book this tour.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about The Real Cretan Cooking Experience
Can I cancel The Real Cretan Cooking Experience for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 6 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- English speaking, local driver/guide
- Small-group cooking class
- Recipes & photos taken on tour are sent electronically via e-mail
- Commemorative gifts
- All ingredients for your lunch
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan/minibus
- Use of apron and cooking utensils
- Wine & Food tasting
What's not included?
- Gratuities (optional)
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by GS TOURS CHANIA LTD
