Discover a taste of Crete's… (trip)
Discover a taste of Crete's fascinating cultural and culinary heritage
- Heraklion, Greece
- Culinary & Wine Travel
| from €290* per room | 2 Days | May, June |
| Comfort accommodations | Exertion level: 5 | |
| Operator: Crete's Culinary Sanctuaries | 12 people max | |
historic villages, an organic winery and organic vegetable garden. Savor wonderful fresh and local cuisine along the
way. This program is limited to 12 attendees, providing a unique opportunity to discover Crete's heritage in the
company of resident specialists. A rare opportunity to learn about the roots of Mediterranean Diet concepts,
sustainable organic farming and sustainable living practices while supporting community-based heritage
preservation projects.
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Greece
Special information
- May accommodate certain types of disabilities. Contact the operator for more information.
Itinerary
Day 1, Heraklion Area: 8:00 am - 5:00 pmMinoan culture, organic agriculture, traditional cuisine and wine
Our journey begins at the Minoan Palace of Knossos for a private tour with a resident licensed historian. We'll travel
further into the foothills to a musical instrument museum to view the collection of over 250 rare instruments from
around the world. We'll visit a superb organic winery for a private tour and wine tasting with the vintners. Enjoy lunch
at an excellent taverna in a small village, featuring the bounties of the season. Discussion regarding Mediterranean
Diet concepts, nutrition, traditional cooking techniques and how Cretan cuisine has evolved over time.
Day 2, Heraklion Area: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Historic Villages and Traditional Trades, Organic Olive Oil, 4,000 Years of Wine Making
We'll join our guide on a journey of discovery of Crete's heritage. Overview of agricultural production through the ages,
cuisine and lifestyle. We'll visit an organic farm (seasonal options) and taste a selection of local produce, olives and
olive oil. Then we'll explore a gorgeous village known for olive oil and wine making since the Minoan era (over 4,000
years). Walk along the lovely narrow streets and visit historic sites and artisan food shops. At a beautiful taverna, enjoy
a professional chef's cooking demo (hands-on class is optional) and lunch featuring delectable fresh and local
dishes using organic produce from the chef's own gardens and wild seasonal greens. The menu is paired with
superb locally produced organic wines.
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