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You'll prepare 4 different Cretan family’s recipes in an outdoor cooking space. You'll cook with pure and natural ingredients from our farm. You'll learn cooking techniques from mama Stella, our specialist in traditional Cretan cuisine. All the equipment and your personal apron will be provided by us. It's a 100% hands-on cooking experience! Local homemade refreshments and water will provided, too. In the end of the cooking experience, you will enjoy your own creations with some of local wine. Moreover, the leftovers will be packed and you can take them with you! The event will last approximately 3.5 hours and it will take place in our farm. We will cook in an open cooking space between two big olive trees, under a wooden roof! So, no worries at all about the sun. Furthermore, you'll receive all recipes and photographs from your experience via email. All in all, we would love to welcome you in our farm & be part of our family. Love to become a Cretan chef yourself having a unique cooking experience all together and sharing authentic Cretan flavors! Other things to note Please let us know of any dietary requirements or food allergies at the time of booking and we will prepare all the necessary changes in your menu. For safety reasons, children (under 18 years old) must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum drinking age is 18 years old

This experience was created to awaken your artistic side, as well as, delight your senses. Offered here is exclusive access to two very unique worlds of art and flavour. You and a group of friends will learn about the ancient technique of jewellery making through sand casting while enjoying the tastes of an award-winning Cretan boutique winery. Found nowhere else in Greece, this workshop is a hands-on experience for up to a maximum of 10 attendees including yourself. You will be taught the ancient art of sand casting and with your choice of silver (.925) or gold (10k, 14k, 18k) you will cast and polish a beautiful piece of jewellery to keep. This workshop will take place at the picturesque Manousakis winery, located just outside of Chania city. Here you will be surrounded by Cretan nature and indulge in the fine crafted wines and winery grown foods. The entire experience will take.place outside in a well ventilated area. All Covid-19 safety precautions will be in place to make sure all guests are comfortable and safe. Included in the booking fee is your 4-5 hours of instructed workshop time. All of the tools needed for casting and polishing. Finally, you will be given organic wine produced on site and fresh locally grown snacks on our break. Other things to note The fee includes the instructor and all tools needed. Also the snack and wine provided by Manousakis winery. Additional fees will apply for final silver or gold used. Reach out to me before the experience for metal pricing estimates and what metals are available if it's short notice.

• Learn about the incredible life of our most important pollinator and history of beekeeping. • Learn how honeybees make this liquid gold: we call honey, how nectar source determines a honey's color, aroma and flavor and how honey is harvested and extracted from the hive. • Work with us and meet the bees in their natural environment. (Yes, that means an opportunity to suit-up in beekeepers suit and watch the bees up-close). • Hold a frame of bees and try to spot the queen with us. • Call yourself “Honey Sommelier” by trying all of our delicious one-of-a-kind honeys which are perfectly paired off food accompaniments. Learn how to use the different varieties of honey in your dialing cooking. What’s best than a piece of honeycomb with cheese pairings …. • Explore local bee foraging area and learn about the different endemic medicinal and nectar plants of Crete. Other things to note Your hands must ready to get sticky by tasting fresh honey from the combs. Let us know if you have any special requirements, or some special dates.

We will meet at the take off spot which is always defined by the weather conditions so we will give you the spot with google map when we have a clear wind forecast. The flight s duration is 15 minutes. There are beautiful places and sightseeing from above.No experience or equipment is required from you! The pilot will guide you and you ll enjoy the ride! Θα δώσουμε ραντεβού στο σημειο απογείωσης μας οπου ανάλογα με τις καιρικες συνθηκες πετάμε σε ολη την Κρήτη. H Πτηση διαρκει 15 λεπτα. Έχουμε πανέμορφα γραφικα μέρη και αξιοθεατα τα οποια πρεπει ο οποιοσδηποτε να εξερευνησει. Οι πρωινές ώρες γενικά αναδεικνυουν τα πανέμορφα χρώματα της θάλασσας τα οποια θα σας μείνουν αξέχαστα και το απόγευμα ένα μαγικό ηλιοβασίλεμα σας χαριζει ονειρικες αισθησεις. Other things to note Δεν απαιτουνται συγκεκριμενες γνωσεις απο τον επισκεπτη καθως το μοναδικο πραγμα που πρεπει να κανει ειναι να χαλαρωσει και να απολαυσει την πτηση του με την πληρη καθοδηγηση του επαγγελματια πιλοτου!

The best way to get to know a place is through its food and we will take you on an unforgettable tasty journey through Crete's capital city, Heraklion. On Heraklion on a Food tour, learn about Greek coffee and see it brewed the traditional way in sand and yes, we will teach you "cup reading". Experience real Cretan food at 8 authentic stops away from the tourist crowds Become a cheese–tasting expert by learning how to spot the best local cheeses Savour Heraklion’s bougatsa, a 'must-taste' for any visitor to the city, and find out why organic Cretan olive oil is one of the best oils in the world Enjoy a glass of local wine and learn the process from harvest to bottle Be brave enough to sample our local specialty "Fried snails" with some Raki shots and if that isn't enough, we invite you for a cooking class at our house. Experience the best travel stories for yourself! Join a local expert and uncover hidden gems on this city adventure. Other things to note This tour can be customised to cater for dietary needs at your request. Please notify us if you have any allergies or other dietary requests when you book.

You'll prepare 4 different Cretan family’s recipes in an outdoor cooking space. You'll cook with pure and natural ingredients from our farm. You'll learn cooking techniques from mama Stella, our specialist in traditional Cretan cuisine. All the equipment and your personal apron will be provided by us. It's a 100% hands-on cooking experience! Local homemade refreshments and water will provided, too. In the end of the cooking experience, you will enjoy your own creations with some of local wine. Moreover, the leftovers will be packed and you can take them with you! The event will last approximately 3.5 hours and it will take place in our farm. We will cook in an open cooking space between two big olive trees, under a wooden roof! So, no worries at all about the sun. Furthermore, you'll receive all recipes and photographs from your experience via email. All in all, we would love to welcome you in our farm & be part of our family. Love to become a Cretan chef yourself having a unique cooking experience all together and sharing authentic Cretan flavors! Other things to note Please let us know of any dietary requirements or food allergies at the time of booking and we will prepare all the necessary changes in your menu. For safety reasons, children (under 18 years old) must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum drinking age is 18 years old

Join us on a journey to the Cretan mountains, guided only by the light of the stars. Escape the mainstream touristic side of Crete and hop in an adventurous vibe on a ride to discover hidden gems of the island that only a few locals know. We will stargaze the milky way, share ideas, taste some local cretan snacks, take lots of pictures and most importantly become friends.

We offer cooking lessons in Krousonas village. Super family friendly! The programme last at least 4 hours. Firstly we will welcome you with some cretan delights and refreshments . We will discuss the menu and you can choose from the season options(vegan or not) what would you like to cook. Secondly we will visit the farm , we will feed the goats and sheeps and if its summer probably you can also milk the goats! In continue when you choose menu (vegan or not) we go to gather our organic vegetables from our orchard, you wiil have time to explore nature, breath fresh air, learn important information about the plant and of course live the experience cutting the fresh vegetables and fruit. When we collect our vegetables , we learn how we use every ingredient in our kitchen, how does it help our health, about the appropriate quantities we use and we start to how prepare our meal and how we cook. You will learn all the secrets of cretan cuisine with us . (It depends from the season you can also taste and watch the production of cheese.) When the meal is ready you can enjoy it in our veranda relaxing with the amazing view. A travel to history, nature and cretan cuisine.Dont forget to wear comfortable shoes and clothes. Cooking lessons become under the shadow of the grapevine. Also the cooking lessons are the perfect family activity! Live as a local for a day!!

Sailing through the Cretan Sea to the uninhabited island of Dia you have a unique opportunity to swim to the pristine waters of this serene island! You can sunbath on the yacht, under the warm Cretan sun, with a glass of cool, white wine, swim in the clear waters, explore the rich seabed, fish or hike at the island. After an adventurous time of exploration and relaxation, it is time to enjoy your freshly prepared meal on board. You will also have the chance to watch the dolphins lead our way to the sea! Suggested Program: 14:30 Departure from old Venetian port of Heraklion 14:30-15:30 Enjoy 1H of sailing at the Cretan Sea 15:30 Anchoring at St George’s bay of Dia island 15:30 -17:00 1H30 free time for swimming/snorkeling/fishing/hiking 17:00 -17:30 Enjoy freshly cooked Mediterranean cuisine lunch with greek salad and fruits for dessert 17:30 -18:00 Relax on board drinking a refreshment or a glass of white wine 18:00 -19:00 Sailing the way back to Heraklion Port IMPORTANT NOTE: You can book the provided expierience and upon request we can arrange for you to attempt the morning trip (9:30), instead of the afternoon (14:30). Please don't hesitate to contact us for more information.

Sarakina Gorge, hiking and river trekking! A canyon full of ponds and only some climbing points, make this experience an ideal option for an adventure! What is really impressive is the large quantity of water almost all year round, that forms very beautiful waterfalls and ponds, ideal for swimming, even in summer. In winter, it is impossible to cross the gorge without getting wet. We start our adventure just 5 minutes after Mythoi village where we meet the gorge entrance. It takes about 1 to 1,5 hours to walk and climb up; in some parts you have to walk through the water, climb over rocks, or use the ropes that they put there to pull yourself up. During the trekking, we will have plenty of time for swimming under the freezing waterfalls wich makes it ideal for summer period! Its length reaches only 1.5km, but during this short course the visitor will meet an amazing wonder of the Cretan nature, a natural sculpture formed by water in millions of years. Sarakina has imposing walls reaching 150m height while Its width ranges from 3 to 10 meters, with only a few points exceeding that. The gorge area is also ideal for bird watching since there are plenty of species living and building their nests on the gorge's walls. We will enjoy local snacks under the thick shade of trees and coffee at a traditional village during our way back Pick up points - Heraklion city/contact me

your visit to our house includes -- a warm welcome -- with Cretan herbal tea or raki, traditional cheese pies with honey, and of course chatting to get to know each other. -- the cooking lesson -- is interactive and most food is baked in the wood oven. We prepare six traditional recipes: Also, the menu can be adapted to our vegetarian friends. -- Visit our botanical garden -- A short tour to our garden where you can see, smell and learn about the Cretan aromatic herbs and vegetables -- Meal -- the meal we enjoy includes the dishes we prepared and more ...

The team at Hidden Gems of Crete are ready to show our guests the beauty of the old city centre and all the in’s and out’s in order to get the most out of their time in our amazing city. The tour will give our guests the opportunity to see the city through the eyes of a local with a deep understanding of how everything connects and works in order to make this historic town one the best kept hot spots in the world. We will be visiting all the must see of Chania beyond the souvenir shops and tourist attractions. We will be showing our guests the best places to eat/drink and find the best local products in different stores while meeting the people that own the farms and we can get to know their secrets. All the information we give out is from all the years of experience we have from growing up here and loving the city that our family and friends live in.

This experience was created to awaken your artistic side, as well as, delight your senses. Offered here is exclusive access to two very unique worlds of art and flavour. You and a group of friends will learn about the ancient technique of jewellery making through sand casting while enjoying the tastes of an award-winning Cretan boutique winery. Found nowhere else in Greece, this workshop is a hands-on experience for up to a maximum of 10 attendees including yourself. You will be taught the ancient art of sand casting and with your choice of silver (.925) or gold (10k, 14k, 18k) you will cast and polish a beautiful piece of jewellery to keep. This workshop will take place at the picturesque Manousakis winery, located just outside of Chania city. Here you will be surrounded by Cretan nature and indulge in the fine crafted wines and winery grown foods. The entire experience will take.place outside in a well ventilated area. All Covid-19 safety precautions will be in place to make sure all guests are comfortable and safe. Included in the booking fee is your 4-5 hours of instructed workshop time. All of the tools needed for casting and polishing. Finally, you will be given organic wine produced on site and fresh locally grown snacks on our break. Other things to note The fee includes the instructor and all tools needed. Also the snack and wine provided by Manousakis winery. Additional fees will apply for final silver or gold used. Reach out to me before the experience for metal pricing estimates and what metals are available if it's short notice.

This tour offers an amazing oportunity to all tourists from Heraklion, Crete to visit Santorini and have a full-day tour around the island. Our first stop will be Oia, most commonly known for the beautiful sunset. We will walk around the village, admire the breathtaking view to the volcano and take some fantastic photos! Our second stop will be the “Blue Dome with the Three Bells”, in Firostefani. This Greek Catholic church dated from the 16th century is famous for the three bells, the blue dome and of course the amazing view to the caldera. Heading at the south, we will visit the following famous spots: - the Monastery of Profitis Ilias: the highest spot of the island, this spot is almost 600 meters above sea level. - the beautiful black beach of Perissa: this is the ideal place to relax, have some launch by the sea and swim at the aegean waters. - the famous Red Beach: near Akrotiri Village, this unique beach will surely amaze you! After an unforgettable tour around the island of Santorini, we will drive you at the port to take your ferry back to Heraklion, Crete.

The first place that you will visit is the palace of Knossos. During the guided tour, you will: *Discover Knossos, the capital of Minoan Crete, considered Europe’s oldest city. *Hear about the island's long history. * Learn about the peak of the Minoan culture in 1700 B.C. *Hear about the first palace of Knossos, erected shortly after the Pyramids of Egypt and the Stonehenge, and how the happy life of Knossos residents came to an abrupt end in 1450 B.C. when a catastrophic earthquake destroyed the palace. *Delve into the mythology of Minoan culture, and hear about the elaborate labyrinth built to contain the half-man half-bull monster called Minotaur. *Hear the story of Sir Arthur Evans, a British archaeologist who excavated and studied the Palace of Knossos for more than 30 years so that today's guests can appreciate the grandeur and complexity of the palace and get a glimpse of the most important palace of the Minoans, Europe’s first advanced and highly sophisticated culture. Just after the guided tour of the palace of Knossos head for the city of Heraklion (with your own vehicle or bus or taxi) to visit the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, where the Minoan artefacts are kept. Afterward,I will take you on a guided tour of the city center Important notes/extras: *Entrance tickets are NOT included. Don't hesitate to ASK ME for further availability and OFFERS.

• Learn about the incredible life of our most important pollinator and history of beekeeping. • Learn how honeybees make this liquid gold: we call honey, how nectar source determines a honey's color, aroma and flavor and how honey is harvested and extracted from the hive. • Work with us and meet the bees in their natural environment. (Yes, that means an opportunity to suit-up in beekeepers suit and watch the bees up-close). • Hold a frame of bees and try to spot the queen with us. • Call yourself “Honey Sommelier” by trying all of our delicious one-of-a-kind honeys which are perfectly paired off food accompaniments. Learn how to use the different varieties of honey in your dialing cooking. What’s best than a piece of honeycomb with cheese pairings …. • Explore local bee foraging area and learn about the different endemic medicinal and nectar plants of Crete. Other things to note Your hands must ready to get sticky by tasting fresh honey from the combs. Let us know if you have any special requirements, or some special dates.

Join me on a journey through senses- horse riding next to the sea, breathtaking sunset, traditional Cretan dinner at a local tavern on the beach. Pace yourselves because there is going to be a variety of delicacies to taste. After we make arrangements regarding our meeting point, we will drive to Kissamos where we will meet my friend and owner of the beautiful and trained riding horses. We will offer you a unique and amazing horse riding experience for one hour next to the sea. Our next stop will be Falasarna, a top ten beach in Europe with many awards for its beauty, amenities and services enjoyed by the visitor. The sight of the crystal clear turquoise waters will leave you breathless so take your swimming suit with you. But what will really impress you the most and will be imprinted on your memory is the unique sunset, one of the most beautiful in Greece, as there is nothing to obstruct your field of view between the beach and the horizon- where you will have the opportunity to take amazing photos and videos for your social media !!. There is no better way to end our wonderful day than with dinner literally on the sand next to the sea in a traditional tavern with local food and delicacy tasting.

every day we organize safari with quad . Our Adventure Starts from the small village of Karteros, where we will have a 25 minute breafing on safety and instructions on operating ATVs. Then we will ride up the mountains of Karteros and visit the uncharted Labyrinth cave, (Quad) from where we will continue our way past Prasa village to Skalani, riding through vineyards and olive groves. Our next stop will be in the forest near the church of St.Irene, where we will visit the old church and enjoy the countryside. We will continue to the Mt. Juktas Ecological Park in Archanes, an extrodinary archeological site of Fourni where we will see the Municipal Contemporary Theater and enjoy the panoramic views. We’ll have lunch at an Greek tavern. After we will continue our route and explore the Gorge of Karteros . All the way through our journey we will have the opportunity to take photos at some of Crete’s most amazing scenery, and our guide will share information about each location we visit. To finish our adventure, we will make our last stop at Karteros beach for a swim and after, return to the starting pointe. necessary condition,because the quads are large In size and large in cubic that's why in each quad will enter two people, e.g booked by 1 or 2 people will be in one quad, 3 or 4 people in 2 quad etc. Νot included in the booking price to drive a quad alone(solo).

First you are welcomed with a homemade refreshment or a greek coffee from the hostess. While you're enjoying your drink and homemade cookies, you will be informed about the mediterranean-based menu. You will learn about the significance of the "thieves dinner" (kleftiko),the main dish you're going to prepare (lamb). Next, you’ll prepare stuffed vegetables and stuffed grape leaves (dolmades). Then we will learn how to make kalitsounia.Theese traditional cretan pies are filled whith cheese and wild greens and herbs from our organic garden.We use our rolling pins to roll out the dough for that! Appetizers are prepared last but enjoyed first. Tzatziki and Ntakos. Time to eat! Enjoy all of the beautiful traditional Cretan dishes you’ve created with copious amounts of local wine. Be sure to leave room for dessert. Something sweet and seasonal. *Exact location will be emailed after confirmation. *For idividual travellers or group less than 2 send me a message to check availability and participate with an other group.Feel free to ask for a discount for a group of more than 10. *Transportation is NOT included.The property is a 10-15 min drive from Chania city center easily accesible by car or taxi. *Duration is 4-5 hours depends on the number of participants. *We can prepare lunch (10:00-14:00) or diner (16:00-20:00)

We start in the morning at 9 with easy going clothing like jeans and sport shoes. We will go under the avocado trees and pick avocados! There is going to be a morning briefing plan and with all the tools available we will start the experience. At the end of the day your best 5 avocados and take them home..