Naxos:Half-day cooking class at Basiliko Farm

Duration4h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

This is not just a cooking class—it is a fully immersive hands-on Greek experience that brings you into real island life.

What makes it truly unique is that you don’t simply watch, you participate in everything. From the moment you arrive, you become part of our daily life. You pick fresh vegetables straight from the garden and cook traditional Naxian recipes step by step using real farm-to-table products.

But the experience goes far beyond cooking. You explore a living farm, meet our animals, walk through olive groves and vineyards, and discover how locals have lived and worked for generations. It’s authentic, unfiltered, and personal — not staged tourism.

Then the experience expands into the village of Potamia, with walks among Venetian towers and a local stream, adding history and landscape to the day.

And finally, it all transforms into a real Greek celebration—shared food, local wine, music, dancing, and plate smashing — where strangers become part of one big family.

What's included

Picking vegetables
Plate smashing
Unlimited wine
Lunch
Transportation with extra charge
Dinner
Homemade lemonade
Greek dancing

Private transportation

What to expect

Welcome to our family farm in the heart of Naxos, where food, tradition,music and Greek hospitality come together for an unforgettable experience.

Experience authentic Naxian hospitality at our 5th-generation family farm in Potamia, one of the most traditional villages of Naxos.

Begin with a guided farm tour where you’ll collect fresh vegetables from the garden, walk among olive trees and vineyards, learn about local farming traditions, wine, and meet animals like goats,sheep,chickens,pigs,donkey

Together, we cook authentic Greek recipes using fresh ingredients.No cooking experience is needed.

While the food cooks,guests can join an optional walk through Potamia,passing Venetian towers and the local stream.

And thenafter we eat… the celebration starts.
We dance together, learn traditional Greek dances and even smash plates. The atmosphere transforms into a joyful village celebration where guests don’t just watch Greek culture—they become part of it.

This experience is perfect for travelers looking to connect with local people, discover authentic traditions, enjoy incredible homemade food, and create unforgettable memories in Naxos.
Come as a guest,leave as part of the family.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is at Basiliko tavern in Mesi Potamia village. Please keep always on the main road and turn only when you see signs of Basiliko. We can offer you transportation with an extra charge comparing where are you staying. Please do not hesitate to contact with us.

End point

The meeting point is at Basiliko tavern in Mesi Potamia village. Please keep always on the main road and turn only when you see signs of Basiliko. We can offer you transportation with an extra charge comparing where are you staying. Please do not hesitate to contact with us.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available

Cancellation policy

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

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