Rethymno Old Town: A Traditional Cretan Food Tour

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Participants
12
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Schedule
6pm, Mon - Sat
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Spoken Language
English, Greek
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Accessibility
Accessible
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Participation Effort
Low pace walk
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Location
Rethymno
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Duration
3.00h - 3.50h
Explore Rethymno’s Old Town on a unique evening food tour. Taste authentic Greek and Cretan dishes at six different stops, uncover hidden gems, and enjoy a personalized, immersive culinary experience.

Embark on a delightful evening culinary adventure through the enchanting Old Town of Rethymno. Our walking food tour is designed to immerse you in the rich flavors and cultural heritage of Crete.

Start your journey at a family-owned Cretan tavern, where you’ll be warmly welcomed with traditional raki and three delecious local dishes. Next, visit a charming local bakery to indulge in an appetizer Cretan treat, experiencing the island’s beloved baking traditions firsthand.

Continue to a historical Venetian mansion, home to the renowned philo workshop of Giorgos Chatziparaschos. Here, you’ll witness the age-old craft of making ‘kantaifi’ and ‘baklava’ phillo and enjoy a taste of the freshly made baklava. As a special touch, each guest will receive a small package of these sweets to savor later.

The fourth stop is an atmospheric tavern, beautifully decorated to enhance your dining experience. Savor six traditional flavors paired with local wine, all while soaking in the unique ambiance.

Next, discover the communal joy of meze dining at a traditional tavern. Sip on rakomelo, a warm, honey-infused spirit, and enjoy four more authentic plates that showcase the island’s culinary diversity.

Conclude your tour with the best Greek lokma donuts in Rethymno. These honey-drenched delights are a perfect ending to your culinary journey, leaving you with a sweet taste of Crete’s dessert traditions.

Throughout the tour, our guide will share fascinating stories and insights about the local culture and cuisine, making each stop a memorable experience. With a maximum group size of 12, you’ll enjoy a personalized and intimate atmosphere, perfect for interacting with fellow food enthusiasts and your guide.

This evening tour is ideal for anyone looking to explore the hidden gems of Rethymno while enjoying a dinner-like experience. Book now and join us for an unforgettable journey through the heart of Cretan cuisine, where every bite is a celebration of tradition and flavor.

Tour Highlights

  • Explore hidden gems in Rethymno’s Old Town, away from typical tourist spots.
  • Savor a diverse array of authentic Greek and Cretan dishes at six unique stops.
  • Enjoy a personalized evening tour with small groups for an intimate experience.
  • Discover the art of traditional baklava making in a historic Venetian mansion.
  • Take home a special package of freshly made traditional Cretan sweets.

What is Included

  • Evening walking tour through Rethymno’s picturesque Old Town with an experienced tour leader
  • 6 food stops at authentic locations
  • Cretan dishes and desserts at a family-owned places
  • Tasting of traditional raki, rakomelo and local wine
  • Visit to a historical Venetian mansion and phyllo atelier with baklava tasting
  • A package of traditional baklava to take home
  • Food and drinks of the itinerary are included in the tour price
  • Evening tour to avoid the daytime heat
  • Can substitute dinner
  • Small group size

What is Not Included

  • Any additional food and drinks you might like (optional)
  • Transportation (if needed)
  • Pick up - Drop off from the hotel (if needed)
  • Tips (optional)

 

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Price

€85

/ adult

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Traditional Philo Making in Rethymno Old Town part of Filiko Food Tour
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Traditional Baklava with original Philo Recipe part of Filiko Food Tour in Rethymno
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They Said About Us...

I went with a few friends and we had a lot of fun. I loved the narrow alleys that we had to navigate and how the clues were setup. We had the guide with us for help if needed but we were really good so we didnt need much :) The little food prizes we had were so tasty but I wanted more! Overall it was a great experience and I'm looking forward to another game next year. Especially if is run by Virginia. Thank you!
Sephiroth, Treasure Hunting in Rethymno Old Town: Pirates Vs Corsairs
This tour was beyond amazing to say the least. Victoria and Nik are the perfect tour guides. Very friendly and knowledgeable. Ask them anything. Very relaxed and not rushed from one spot to the next. The restaurant/food choices are perfect. The walk through and around the shops give you a look into old Crete. There isn’t a single bite that will disappoint with a wonderful treat at the end.
Tianna, Rethymno Old Town: A Traditional Cretan Food Tour
The food tour was a highlight of our trip. Amazing fresh local dishes and a friendly, informative guide who made me feel like an authentic local. Five stars! A big thank you to Virginia for being so welcoming and an excellent host. I highly recommend this experience to anyone passing through!!
Matthew, Traditional Food Tour in Rethymno
We went on the trip july 2024, and we had a nice walk with Virginia, who took us through several nice Tavernas and bakeries. We tasted several traditionel greek dishes, desserts and wine. Virginia explained a lot about greek traditionens and the history of the city of Rhetymnon. We can highly recommend this tour for those who visit Crete for the first time and those who have a good knowlegde of Crete. Think you from Thomas and Louise, Denmark
Thomas, Rethymno Old Town: A Traditional Cretan Food Tour
An absolute gem! Virginia took me and rest of the group to local eateries, where we ate delicious Greek dishes and sweets. The insights into local traditions made the experience even richer. This tour is perfect to discover the authentic flavors of Crete. Highly recommended!
Charalampos, Rethymno Old Town: A Traditional Cretan Food Tour
Me and my husband had a fantastic time on the food tour! The food was delicious and we had a lot of fun too. Thank you for everything Virginia! Highly recommended!
Aggeliki, Traditional Food Tour in Rethymno
Het is een echte aanrader! je gaat naar leuke hotspots voor de locals en proeft daar ook lokaal eten wat door de hele vriendelijke tourguide is uitgekozen. het was super gezellig en je krijgt leuke weetjes te weten.
Teun, Rethymno Old Town: A Traditional Cretan Food Tour
Superbe visite Virginia est au top elle nous a emmené dans tous les meilleurs restaurants locaux. Nous nous sommes balader au coucher du soleil dans la vielle crête. Foncez une expérience à vivre dans son séjour en Crète. Nous sommes reparti avec des sacs pleins de gâteaux. Merci à Virginia 🥰
Ilona, Rethymno Old Town: A Traditional Cretan Food Tour
We had this amazing toor with Virginia. It is a 'do it like a local' experience in the most traditional and picturesque parts of Crete.
Virginia is very a friendly person and organised the toor according to our needs.
See you soon again!
Niki, Traditional Food Tour in Rethymno
heerlijke tour. de gids brengt je naar leuke tentjes met smakelijke hapjes! zeker een aanrader! gids was verrassend spontaan en vriendelijk
Sanne, Rethymno Old Town: A Traditional Cretan Food Tour
got to see different things around the old town, hosts were brilliant
Steve, Treasure Hunting in Rethymno Old Town: Pirates Vs Corsairs
This art tour was perfect. It really showcased the Greek culture. I loved the hands on parts of the tour. The gifts at the end were super nice as well. Totally recommend it!
Jacob, Rethymno Tradition: Lyra, Pottery, Leather, Wood & More Tour
Tour was excellent, great variety of delicious cretan dishes. Virginia was a brilliant guide, lovely and friendly, gave a great tour of the town with loads of interesting information as well went. Highly recommend, was like having an evening out with a friend full of good food and enjoyable conversation.
David , Rethymno Old Town: A Traditional Cretan Food Tour
Virginia is a great guide. All the workshops were very interesting and we got to participate in some of them. We also loved the small souvenirs they gave us! Definitely value for money!
Mary, Rethymno Tradition: Lyra, Pottery, Leather, Wood & More Tour
Hele leuke tour gehad met een gids waar de passie en liefde voor het eten van afstraalt. Ze wist ook veel te vertellen over het eten en het heeft ons een goed beeld gegeven van de griekse (kreta) keuken. Zeker een aanrader! Tip: Eet niet te veel van te voren want wij zaten erna pauper vol :)
Charlotte, Rethymno Old Town: A Traditional Cretan Food Tour
Virginia was such an amazing guide! It was like having a friend in Crete who knew of all of the best local spots. She also was kind enough to give us more recommendations outside of Crete. The food tour was certainly a highlight of our trip!
Lisa, Rethymno Old Town: A Traditional Cretan Food Tour
The food was amazing! We tried many flavours! It was also the first time I tasted snails and i have to say that I loved them. Virginia is such a warm person and we really enjoyed every minute of the tour.
Dimitra, Traditional Food Tour in Rethymno
C'était incroyable ! Virginia est tellement adorable. Nous avons fait le tour de la ville, tranquille au travers de super adresse choisies avec soins. Nous nous sommes régalés et nous retournons même manger dans les adresses conseillées. C'était tellement délicieux qu'on ne peut pas s'en empêcher. Mon compagnon parle peu l'anglais et elle a fait l'effort de lui parler le plus possible en Français. Un véritable amour, merci beaucoup pour tout Virginia
Marion, Rethymno Old Town: A Traditional Cretan Food Tour
Diese Tour war großartig und nochmal besser als erwartet! Ich hatte so einen netten Abend mit meinem Tourguide Virginia und den anderen Gästen der Tour. Das Essen war super. Die besuchten Restaurants und Geschäfte waren auf den ersten Blick alle sehr unauffällig - aber das Essen dort kann sich sehen lassen! Ich durfte also die ganzen geheimen Perlen Rethymnos kennenlernen und dort locale Köstlichkeiten probieren. Die Tour war jeden Cent wert - und noch viel mehr! Es fühlt sich an als hätte ich eine Freundin auf Kreta gewonnen. Ich wünsche Virginia und Filiko Tours nur das Beste! Danke, danke, danke für alles!
Laura, Rethymno Old Town: A Traditional Cretan Food Tour
The food tour was wonderful! Tasted so many delicious dishes and really liked the picturesque alleys we walked. My family and I had an amazing time with Virginia. Highly recommend! 10/10! 5 stars!
McNab, Traditional Food Tour in Rethymno
Mein Guide Virginia war der Hammer. Ein tolles Erlebnis mit leckerem Essen und mega guten Gesprächen! Gerne wieder. Danke dafür🫶🏻☺️
Anne, Rethymno Old Town: A Traditional Cretan Food Tour
Virginia went out of her way to make this tour special for us. She thoughtfully selected every restaurant and had great variations of food from more unique items to more home style options. The route was easy to follow and avoided some high traffic areas. Virginia not only showed us greek cuisine but focused on Cretean cuisine which I appreciated. The conversation was lovely. I highly recommend this tour!
Angela, Rethymno Old Town: A Traditional Cretan Food Tour
Virginia was amazing super personable and got along with everyone in the group. She really showcased the Greek Culture. The food was delicious and so much of it. Great value for money.
Josefine, Traditional Food Tour in Rethymno