Heraklion city Walking & Tasting tour (Stroll downtown)

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(9 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the Historical city center of Heraklion and Capital of Crete! The 7th labor of Hercules was performed here, the birthplace of El Greco and Nikos Kazantzakis.
Heraklion’s history with stories of its turbulent past and visits to its legendary churches, fountains, and monuments.
Enjoy a real Cretan eating adventure while strolling the beautiful streets of Heraklion with your private guide. On this tour you enjoy local products finger food, Raki and wine amidst Venetian monumental buildings. The best example of the world famous Mediterranean diet is found in Crete. Discover with us the secrets of Cretans longevity. Follow our 2 hours Heraklion Tasting and Walking Tour. Let’s feed our body and mind.
Flat route, 1 mile long, with time to sit, tour limited to 12 people.

What's Included

Cretan herbs / Tea
Raki (an alcoholic beverage made of twice-distilled grape pomace)
Olive oil light tasting experience
Local expert storyteller
Raki Meze
Snacks
Original reseller of service - authorized travel agent
All fees and taxes (VAT 24% etc.)
Kalitsounia (traditional sweet pies with soft cheese filling)
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Capsis Astoria Heraklion

Meeting point: Eleftherias Square ( or Liberty Square; is the main square of Heraklion, in front of the Capis Astoria Hotel).

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
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    Heraklion

    WeGuide you to Heraklion the capital and largest city of Crete. Visit, along with your expert Tour Guide, Heraklion’s major monuments; travel through time and its rich history. Discover the past and the present of a city that combines old with new. Explore the Historical city center of Heraklion and Capital of Crete! The 7th labor of Hercules was performed here, the birthplace of El Greco and Nikos Kazantzakis. Heraklion’s history with stories of its turbulent past and visits to its legendary churches, fountains, and monuments Meet and greet, our check-in operator, with the “WeGuide.gr – Meeting Point” logo. Meeting point: Eleftherias Square ( or Liberty Square; is the main square of Heraklion, near the Archaeological Museum & the Astoria Hotel).

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Tags

Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Street Food Tours
Small Group
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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