Flavors of Greece

Relish the culinary delights of Athens on this enjoyable food trail with a knowledgeable food guide. Meet with your guide at the well-known Syntagma Square. Stroll along the old historical quarters of the city, sampling olives, cheese and cured meats from street cafes. Explore the bustling flea market of Monastiraki, and learn all about the culinary traditions of Athens. Walk onwards to Thission, which offers panoramic views of the city’s celebrated monuments. Reward yourself with a taste of traditional Greek coffee, as you sit and admire the Acropolis. Return to Syntagma Square at the end of an insightful food trail! (Duration: 3 hrs, from 10:30 hrs; Private Activity; Meals included: Food & beverage tastings; Inform us of any food allergies before tour; Fitness level: Easy; Please wear comfortable walking shoes).

Make the most of a unique opportunity to get to the heart of the Athens’ traditional culture. This private dinner invitation to a local Athenian home is a wonderfully interactive way to get to know the city. Enjoy the warm hospitality of a typical Athenian, relishing the traditional Greek and Mediterranean dishes that your host shares with you. What better way to understand a living culture than with good food and conversation? Get to know how your meal arrived at the table and gain insights into the modern lifestyle of an ancient city over a delicious dinner. (Duration: 3-4 hrs, from 18:00 hrs; Private Activity & Transfers; Meals included: Dinner; For special dietary requirements, please inform us ahead of tour; Fitness level: Easy; Please dress comfortably).

Set off on a heady day tour of the wineries of Santorini, with private tastings of local wines. Learn from your guide about the microclimate and volcanic soil of the region, which give Santorini wines their special bouquet of flavors, aroma and textures. Drive through the rolling countryside to arrive at a large winery nestled amid miles of lush vineyards. From here, you’ll move on to a more exclusive winery, known only to original residents. Along the way, pause at the village of Pirgos whose picture-postcard beauty is perfectly complemented by atmospheric wine bars and medieval-style tavernas. Sample the region’s famous Assyrtiko white wines while you’re here. (Duration: Half Day; Private Activity & Transfer; Fitness level: Easy; Tour includes Private Guide, Wine Tastings & Light Snacks)

Take a personal cooking class in a charming 18th century olive mill, under the guidance of a local masterchef. You’ll be picked up from your hotel by your private chauffeur. Drive down to a lovely little village in the countryside to meet your chef at the village’s old olive mill. Make the most of this opportunity to learn all the secrets behind turning out the perfect Cretan dishes, using local herbs and olive oil. Learn how to select and cook with the freshest seasonal produce, a hallmark of traditional Cretan cuisine. At the end of the class, enjoy the fruits of your labor over a sumptuous meal with your host and chef. Relish fresh homemade bread, delicious local wine, and above all, good conversation in excellent company. Collect precious memories and recipes before you head back to your hotel. (Duration: Half Day, from 09:00 or 17:00 hrs; Private Activity & Transfers; Meals included: Lunch or Dinner; For special dietary requirements, please inform us ahead of tour; Fitness level: Easy; Please dress comfortably).