Naxos Town Food Tour

4.9 (198 reviews) Naxos, Greece
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Duration3h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

The best way to discover authentic island life is to walk through the history and back streets of Naxos Old Town for a sensational food experience and a true taste of local culture.

From the historical port to the crowning castle, the Venetian Old Town with its quaint alleyways -where the food market is awake- passing by colourful fruit stands and stalls with aromatic herbs and spices, we invite travellers to enjoy a sampling of local delicacies including a variety of fine, local Naxian cheeses with a glass of wine, the famous naxian potatoes cooked traditionally and a variety of phyllo snacks.

The food tour is filled with the promise of more traditional mezes and local delights all along the way. Guests learn about the richness of the Naxian products, the people and the local cuisine.

What's included

  • Variety of Naxian cheeses (graviera, arseniko, xinotyro, mizithra and more), greek superfood snacks, local specialties including the famous potatoes and local sweets
  • Family style Greek dinner with wine
  • Commentary by local expert covering Naxos' history focusing on Greek food culture and traditions.
  • 4 drinks (1 glass white wine, 1 glass of red wine, raki and kitron sampling)
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. NAXOS CHEESE KOUFOPOULOS
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Taste a variety of Naxian cheeses with a glass of wine and learn about the cheese making tradition on the island.
  2. Naxos Town
    10m
    Walk through the history and back streets of the Old Town for a sensational Food Experience and a true taste of island culture.
  3. K. Tziblakis - Local Products
    10m
    Stop at a local food store and taste some greek superfood snacks
  4. 30m
    Walk the backstreets of Naxos' town Venetian Castle and learn about its long history from your expert certified guide
  5. 10m · Admission ticket included
    Short stop at the historic building of the former Ursulines school- best vantage view point of Naxos Town for a palette cleanser shot and photos
  6. 40m · Admission ticket included
    Share Greek style "mezedes" and wine at a local taverna... among our delicacies are the famous Naxos' potatoes!
  7. Kitro Naxou Promponas
    15m
    Taste the local "citron" liquor.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Right in front of Naxos Town Hall, there is a big marble statue of a Sphinx. Your guide will be at the statue holding a sign.

End point

The tour ends at Naxos Port near the site of the "Portara" (the emblematic ancient marble gate on a hill) where from guests can continue on their own to enjoy a magnificent sunset with views of the Aegean and the town of Naxos.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please inform us ahead of time about any food allergies travellers may have

Cancellation policy

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

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