Discover the authentic tastes of Crete on a private culinary tour through Heraklion. Savor traditional dishes, learn local recipes, and dive into Cretan culture with passionate guides.
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Greeking.me
Discover the authentic tastes of Crete on a private culinary tour through Heraklion. Savor traditional dishes, learn local recipes, and dive into Cretan culture with passionate guides.
Greeking.me is a Greece-based travel operator headquartered in Athina, Greece, offering a broad portfolio of guided tours, private experiences and shore excursions across the Greek islands and mainland.
The company arranges island sailing trips (including full-day Mykonos sailing with Delos and Rhenia stops), private jeep safaris, walking tours, archaeological visits and themed family activities like Percy Jackson–inspired quests. Several Athens experiences are led by specialists, including archaeologists on select Acropolis tours, while island offerings include wine tastings in Santorini and Nemea, traditional cooking classes in Crete and Paros, and food tours in Athens, Nafplio and Corfu.
Greeking.me provides a mix of private and small-group options with durations ranging from short 2.5–3 hour walking tours to full-day excursions. Selected itineraries include transportation and shore pickup for cruise passengers. Local guides and subject-matter experts lead many experiences, and some tours explicitly include tastings, hands-on cooking lessons and visits to major archaeological sites such as Knossos and Mycenae.
Travelers looking for curated island days, food-and-wine experiences, historical tours or family-friendly adventures will find a wide selection across Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Crete (Heraklion, Chania), Corfu, Naxos, Paros and Nafplio. Scheduling options, private transfers and tailored itineraries are available on many departures.
Headquarters
Athina, Greece
Based on mainland Greece
Tours Offered
59 tours
Across islands and mainland
Tour Types
Private & Group
Options for families and couples
Local Experts
Guides & specialists
Includes archaeologists on select tours
Check availability for popular dates, secure private transfers, and reserve island sailing, culinary classes or archaeological tours today.
Arrive Hungry
Bring your appetite for traditional Cretan fare and be ready to sample up to 15 dishes.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
You'll be walking through markets and eateries; comfortable footwear is recommended.
Bring a Reusable Bag
Carry any leftover samples or small souvenirs from the market stalls.
Ask Questions
Engage with guides and chefs to learn cooking tips and cultural stories behind each dish.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Necessary for navigating markets and eateries comfortably.
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated as you sample a variety of local flavors.
Camera or Smartphone
Capture the colorful market scenes and culinary delights.
Sun Protection
Protect yourself from the summer sun during outdoor parts of the tour.
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