Greek Private Food Walking Tour - Taste (Y)Our Way

Athens, Greece
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In this 4 hour private tour you will visit some of the oldest traditional markets of the capital, taste typical salty and sweet Greek delicacieslike the loukoumas and the cheese pie, explore all kinds of herbs and spices and the worldwide famous Greek olives, olive oil and, obviously, the souvlaki. You will also experience some of our most cherished everyday habits, like enjoying a Greek coffee or a glass of ouzo accompanied by a selection of small dishes (meze) in some of the oldest establishments of the historical center of Athens.

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Itinerary
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Pass By: Monastiraki, Athens Greece

Begins the 4 hour walking culinary journey through the tastes and smells of Greece.

Stop At: Psirri, Athens Greece

Taste the traditional sweets and finger-food like the koulouri (a circular bread, typically encrusted with sesame seeds) and the famous bougatsa (which is probably the most beloved Greek breakfast pastry, consisting of either semolina custard, cheese or even minced meat filling between layers of phyllo).

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Athens Street, Athens Greece

The colorful Athens Agora (also referred to as the Varvakios Market), the highlight of the vibrant Athinás market district. An extraordinary sensory and gastronomic delight, the market offers an amazing range of spices, cheeses, olives and deli treats. The most impressive part of it being the historic meat, fish and fruit market, offering an incredible variety of fresh products from all over Greece and the world.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Kotzia Square, 63A Athinas St, Athens Greece

In the beautiful Kotzia Square (situated just outside the ancient Acharnian Gate of Classical Athens), you will enjoy a cup of traditional Greek coffee in one of the oldest coffee shops in Greece.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Ermou Street, Athens Greece

The busiest commercial street of Athens is ideal for walking after having tasted the traditional souvlaki!

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens, Mitropoleos Square, Athens 999 20 Greece

The cathedral church of the Archbishopric of Athens and all Greece.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Hadrian's Library, Areos 3, Athens 105 55 Greece

After walking by this wonderful monument, enjoy a wonderful selection of famous Greek dishes while admiring the astonishing Acropolis in one of the most genuine restaurants!

Inclusions

  • Be accompanied by a Gastronomy Expert of the Be a Greek Team
  • A Greek coffee or other traditional refreshment per person
  • A great variety of salty and sweet finger food delicacies
  • An assortment of typical Greek plates to accompany our unique ouzo
  • All taxes and fees
  • Bottled water
  • Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions

  • Entrance fees to any point of interest
  • Personal expenses (i.e. souvenirs etc.

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Our tour can be customized to meet all different dietary preferences and restrictions (i.e. food allergies, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegans etc.).
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Our staff is trained in the latest hygiene protocols and cleaning procedures.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

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