Walking “Food tasting tour” in the town of Chania
Overview
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2 hours 45 minutes
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Discover why Crete was named the world’s top food destination by National Geographic! While many Greek islands boast stunning beauty, Crete stands out with exceptional culinary excellence. That’s why this walking food tasting tour in Chania is one of the very best ways to experience the island’s authentic soul. Come hungry! This engaging tour visits historic and legendary food places in Chania’s old town, offering premium Cretan products from the island’s finest producers.In morning group tours and private tours before 2pm, enjoy legendary bougatsa from Iordanis (est. 1924), cooked dishes, kalitsounia, sweets, olive oils, Cretan honeys, and small samples of liqueurs, vinegars and raki. Tours from 11am onwards also include juicy pita gyros.The tour visits a hidden local herbs and products store — a secret gem among Chania residents.In short, if you seek real authenticity and world-class cuisine, this is the Chania food tour you need.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
A stop at the most amazing bougatsa. The most traditional one. A place to visit.
Chania Town
This experience is going to give you the opportunity to taste an abundance of local products, from the greatest Cretan producers. From the classic Raki / Tsikoudia, to Cretan Bougatsa, the local varieties of local Cheese, olives, and even the very best sweets. In order to make this tour unique, we have added a visit to a local herbs and products store, (which, among locals, is considered the most secret gem) and also a visit to the best traditional manufacturer of Cretan knives. We visit both the modern and the old town. We get to see on our way, the Market (which is under reconstruction) the charming narrow streets of the old town and the beauty of the Venetian Port. (this tour is not provided by a licensed guide).
Options
Evening small group option
Duration: 3 hours: Duration up to 3 hours Evening version with musaka: On this tour we are eating dakos, mousaka, gyros, cheese, loukoumades and we can try honey, olive oil & more.
Small Group Option
Private option
Private Tour
Late afternoon private option
No bougatsa and herbs’ store : Traditional homemade food lunch items, cheese platter, pita gyros and more.
Private evening walking option
Duration: 3 hours Meals: No bougatsa on the evening tour, but it will be replaced with something else we can choose together. Private : Private option
What‘s Included
Pita gyros for all tours (excluding those starting before 11) / cooked food (example gemista) for all tours after 10.
In a form of sampling, different local liqueurs.
Plenty of food! Come hungry!
Greek coffee is offered in the moring group tours and private tours before 1 pm.
extra drinks (to those that are mentioned)
Tours do not offer fish (or any sea food) for variours reasons - that could be explained
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
360 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
My family and I had an...
Simone W,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My family and I had an outstanding experience on this tour. Our guide Christos was exceptionally knowledgeable and warm, and what impressed us most was how naturally he read the room. Our family has a mix of personalities, and he struck a perfect balance between drawing people in and giving space to those who preferred to just take it all in, without anyone feeling left out or put on the spot. He took us to corners of Chania we never would have found on our own, and the food was simply remarkable. If Christos recommends a restaurant, take his word for it. Just go. The food tour with him was one of the true highlights of our entire time in Crete.
Perfect way to kick off...
Robin R,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Perfect way to kick off our trip! (And to stay awake a little later to adjust to the time change.) Food was incredible and so well thought out. Especially appreciative of accommodations for food allergy and vegetarian diets in the group. Helped orient us to Chania and identify spots to dine during our visit. All the stars.
Wonderful food tour - don’t skip it!
aimeeh372,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide John was a genius ! Not only did he go out of his way to try to find one of our participants the souvenir that he wanted, the information he gave us about the country and the area was top-notch. He took his time, he never made us feel rushed and we would highly recommend anyone requesting him for this tour. The food was delicious and we loved stopping at all of the local places and getting the history of the food. It was storytime all day and we thoroughly enjoyed it.
Tasty & fun experience.
Michael P,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great experience with Christos on the food walking tour! The tour is extremely well organized, with a great mix of locations. He is extremely friendly, knowledgeable and you can feel the passion he has for Chania and Cretan food. He also made himself available for any help we needed during our trip and the restaurant recommendations he provided were excellent! Highly recommend this tour anyone that loves food and wants to learn more about Chania.
Awesome food and vibes!
Kathy T,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a lovely time exploring the area with John. This was so much more than a food tour. The food and the restaurants that we visited were amazing. We could tell we were where the locals ate. We learned about the history of town and had many opportunities for pictures. John was so kind and we just felt so at ease and relaxed with him.
Great food tour!
Angela R,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time on this food walking tour. We got to explore the friendly neighborhood while eating really good food! Our guide was great! Highly recommend! We ate SO much!
Lovely food tour expertly guided by
cloghereen,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely walking food tour with Christo. Delightful food and met some lovely providers. Highly recommend. Christo also took the trouble to email us restaurant recommendations and our first try with his list was a hit at Palazzo al Mare.
Wonderful experience with Maria
Susu8880,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My mom and I had the best time on our tour with Maria! She shared her knowledge about Crete daily life. She was very conscious of our preferences and had a very warm and welcoming personality! She let us visit inside the home of a Cretan local, which was such a treat! All the food was delicious (especially the souvlaki) and we would highly recommend this tour to others! Thank you Maria!
Informative and fun food tour
eliannahm2026,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was so fun, we got to talk a lot Christos was very friendly and took us to a lot of great places and even a few detours when we were interested in some shops. The food was amazing and he accommodated to our preferences. We didn’t have much time in Crete and we are glad to have spent it doing this tour, definitely it was great value for the time and money. I would have taken more food pics but we liked everything so much that we ate it before we could take pictures.
Great introduction to Cretan food in Chania.
FarAway13997329333,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great introduction to the local food in Chania. Christos was an excellent and knowledgable guide who took us to places we would never have found so go at the beginning of your trip and then revisit your favourites. Make sure you are hungry ! The 3 hour trip is a perfect length with not too much walking .
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