Fabulous Flavors of Greece

Enjoy a delightful wine tasting session at a family-run wine center in the heart of Athens. Taste a wide selection of local Greek wines and learn to appreciate their finer details. Sample at least four varieties and savor the distinctive tastes and aromas, as the sommelier takes you through each tasting note. Relish your wines with light traditional snacks. Learn about the region’s food culture as well before you wind up. (Duration: 1-2 hrs; Private Activity; No transfers; Starting Point: Glass Wine Bar at Souri 3, Athina 105; Meals included: wine tastings & light snacks; Please inform us of any food allergies in advance; Fitness level: easy; Please dress comfortably)

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).

Discover the wonders of Santorini at your own pace. You could take an exciting wreck dive in the crater. Unwind in the hot springs near the Kameni islands for some deep relaxation. Enjoy breakfast at any of the black sand beaches. Travel back in time at the ancient city of Thera, or the archaeological site on Mesa Vouno mountains. Drop by the vineyards to learn about the wine-making process, and sample the local Assyrtiko wines. Visit the Santorini Arts Factory that celebrates the unique flavors of Santorini’s tomatoes, apart from other arts exhibits. Take in Santorini’s island scenery featuring whitewashed village homes, wildflower trails and panoramic caldera views during a leisurely hike from Fira to Oia. Stop at the charming Atlantis Books for rare antiquarian literary works and collectors’ editions. Sipping on boutique regional wines at a cliffside bar, witness spectacular sunsets. Round your day off with an open-air screening at Kamari. (Full Day; Self-exploring Activity; Fitness level: Easy)

Set off on a small group tour of the wineries of Santorini, with 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. Learn about the history and the tradition of wine production in the first industrial winery of the island. Architecture enthusiasts will marvel upon learning about the unconventional manner the winery was constructed. From here, you’ll move on to a more exclusive winery, set in the very unique space of pumice rock–carved chambers. Move on to the next winery estate to sample the region’s famous Assyrtiko wines and discover the art of successful pairing. (Duration: Half Day; Shared Activity & Transfer; Transfers from central meeting points only; Fitness level: Easy; Tour includes Wine Tastings & Light Snacks. Must be 18 years or older to participate.)

Spend a lovely afternoon sailing to the beautiful Santorini Caldera aboard a yacht. Head out from your hotel and take a short walk to the designated meeting point, where you will be picked up and driven to your cruise boat. Settle down on a comfortable deck chair or laze in a hammock, enjoying the breeze and the cerulean blue Aegean Sea, as you sail along. On reaching the caldera, disembark at the shore to enjoy spectacular views and a leisurely swim, while the crew prepares a delicious meal. Back on board, relish a sumptuous dinner as you make the leisurely trip back to land. You will be driven back from the pier to the same designated meeting point where you were picked up at the start of the tour. (Half Day; Shared Activity & Transfers; Meals included: Dinner; For special dietary requirements, please inform us ahead of tour; Fitness level: Easy; Please bring bathing suit, towel & change of clothes).

Discover the essence of Cretan homemade specialties during this fun, interactive cooking class. Meet your host and set out on a walk through a vegetable garden to pick ingredients. Ramble along mountain paths that provide splendid views over the Aegean Sea. Then, proceed to the kitchen, where you’ll be assigned your individual workstation. During this hands-on cooking session, the culinary team will guide you through the entire process. They will share their ancestral knowledge, cultural insights and expertise in preparing Cretan delicacies. During the immersive experience, sip some exceptional Cretan wine paired with local cheese, made from goat or sheep milk. Later, sit down to savor the meal you helped prepare, including dessert, paired with specially picked wines. (Duration: full day; Time: 1700 hrs; Shared activity & transfers; Meals included: dinner; Please inform us of any food allergies in advance; Fitness level: easy; Please wear comfortable non-slip shoes; Please bring sunblock & hat; Not available on Sun)

Set out on an immersive journey through the world of wine and olive oil. Travel into the mountains of Kissamos and soak in splendid views over deep green gorges. Arrive at a traditional family-owned winery and olive oil factory. Learn about wine production, and the factory’s innovative methods and practices. See the advanced machinery and fully automated bottling facility, and a specially designed warehouse with stainless steel tanks. Gain insight into the production of extra virgin olive oil, followed by a tasting. Then, enjoy the flavors of local wines such as Vidiano and Muscat, and international varieties including Grenache, Shiraz and Mourvedre. Next, drive to the Olive Tree Museum of Vouves, located near the world’s oldest monumental olive tree. After, visit another winery and stroll through the vineyard surrounded by olive and citrus trees. Sample their premium olive oils and wines featuring Vilana and Assyrtiko grapes, complemented by delectable local dishes. (Duration: full day; Time: 0945 hrs; Shared activity & transfers; Entry fees are not included; Meals included: olive oil tasting, wine tasting & light lunch; Please inform us of any food allergies in advance; Fitness level: easy; Please wear comfortable non-slip shoes; Please bring sunblock & hat)

Replete with exquisite landscapes and rich history, Chania is the ideal destination to discover on your own. Set off on a walking tour of the Old Town, dotted with Venetian monuments such as the Firkas Fortress, the Fransiscan Monastery of San Salvador, the Church of Ag Rockos and the Grand Arsenal. Learn about the town’s Ottoman heritage at the district of Splanzia, visit the mosque east of the old harbor and then head to the Egyptian Lighthouse that marks another layer of the town’s complex architectural history. The Maritime Museum, located at the western corner of the old harbor, recalls ancient nautical ties. The Archeological Museum houses artifacts like Minoan ceramics, painted burial urns gold jewelry, and clay tablets with inscriptions that date back to Neolithic times. Later, make your way to the bustling open-air fruit and leather market to try local specialties such as pure olive oil, varieties of cheese and the famed raki. Treat yourself to a quintessential sun-soaked Cretan afternoon as you drive past a lush countryside where grapevines have been cultivated since ancient times. (Duration: Full Day; Self-explore Activity; No Guide; No Transfers; Entrance Fees & Meals are not included; Fitness Level: Easy)