Journey deep into the Cretan countryside on a private food odyssey — olive groves, family dairies, mountain villages and a feast of authentic dishes that tell the story of the world's most studied diet.
What to expect
Leave the coastal tourist trail behind and drive into the hinterland of Apokoronas or the Akrotiri peninsula. Taste freshly pressed extra-virgin olive oil poured over warm bread, sample aged graviera cheese straight from the barrel, and sip raki with the maker. Lunch is a slow, multi-course affair at a family taverna invisible to guidebooks. Your guide contextualises every bite — from Minoan food ritual to the modern Mediterranean diet.
Good to know
Full day runs 7–8 hours; confirm all-aboard time when booking. Private vehicle departs from Souda port or Chania Old Town — specify at booking. Vegetarian and dietary needs accommodated with advance notice. Book at least 3 weeks ahead; Maria at Diktynna Travel is highly recommended by in-the-know travellers.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Chania — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.