Step back in time and learn about the world’s greatest siege in Heraklion
Heraklion: Venetian Heritage & Culinary Delights

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Availability

Guided Tour

Overnight Stay

Active Months

Bio Products
Bio Products

Toilets
Toilets

Accessibility
Accessibility

Tasting
Tasting

Dining Services
Dining Services

Retail Shop
Retail Shop

Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly
Transfer Service
Transfer Service
Description
Travel isn’t just about places – it’s about people. Our group tours are designed for curious travelers who want to share experiences, stories, and flavors together. Whether you’re a foodie, a culture enthusiast, or simply in search of connection, you’ll feel right at home. We happily cater to all dietary needs – including vegetarian and vegan – so everyone can savor the journey.
Whether you’re exploring solo or traveling with friends, family, or colleagues, we’ll help you find the perfect balance – from slow and leisurely escapes to dynamic, adventure-filled schedules. Your trip, your way.
No hidden surprises. Your tour includes all in-country transportation, delicious meals, expert language interpretation, and entry to all planned activities. You just need to bring your curiosity – we’ll take care of the rest.
Heraklion Venetian Heritage & Culinary Walking Tour
- Venetian Heritage Walk: Walk through Heraklion’s magnificent Venetian monuments — the Koules fortress, the Morosini fountain, the Venetian loggia — with expert historical commentary
- Culinary Tastings: Stop at carefully selected authentic Heraklion food producers and local restaurants for tastings of traditional Cretan specialties shaped by the city’s extraordinary multicultural history
- Group Discovery: Explore Heraklion with fellow curious travellers in a small group format designed for sharing experiences, stories, and the extraordinary flavours of Venetian-influenced Cretan cuisine
Get ready for an unforgettable journey to Heraklion – a city where history and flavor meet.
Step into the heart of Crete’s vibrant capital, once a powerful hub of the Mediterranean under Venetian rule. Here, the past comes alive as you explore the site of one of the world’s most legendary conflicts – the Siege of Candia, a battle that raged for more than two decades.
Highlights
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Not Included
Optional Services
Important Notice
Meet the local representative in front of the location and hold a sign with a Porto Planet name.
Meeting Point: Bastion of Agios Andreas Venetian Walls
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