Top Agios Nikolaos Food & Drink

From the Minoan times, Lassithi Plateau is the earth of fertility and love for food. A rich Cretan land to remind us of just how satisfying it is to source and cook your own ingredients. It’s why we love it. We want to take you away from the crowded places of countless Instagram posts to the island’s most untouched escapes where time has slowed down and history persists. That is why our Travel Experts have designed this culinary adventure for lovers of authentic gastronomy, art, and mythic landscapes. This luxury trip will take you through the charming and often forgotten country of Lassithi, across small villages, emblematic Windmills, and the Plateau’s spectacular views. In the late afternoon, find yourself at a Cretan house that was built next to the Cave of Zeus on the ancient ruins that still exude timeless energy. Here you will meet the chef-owner of Mansion Halavro (means playground among archaic ruins) who will indulge you in the artistic pleasures of Cretan cuisine.

Our award-winning Travel Designers are unapologetic gourmands. Sometimes food is the inspirational part of the craft of our adventures. That is why we traveled to Crete’s Lassithi Plateau to search for the rare Cretan black truffle – and learned how to cook them with our brilliant local chefs. Now you can do the same. We’ve designed this unforgettable trip to submerge you into an authentic way of life in one of the island’s most beautiful regions while gaining a deeper understanding of the relationship between recipes, people, and traditions. This is the land of emotions and the art of planning two great loves: travel and food.

How about a luxury Wine Tasting of the best Cretean Wines with professional Somelier, some nice fingerfood ? This experience we combine with a relaxing sunset evening on a beautiful modern Yacht in the Marina of Agios Nikolaos. This uniuque experience let you be part of the yacht life for an evening and enjoy the best wines of Crete. See the marina/port life from aboard a luxury yacht, let all people pass by and if you like, take pictures on the boat. We are not sailing out to the sea for this excursion and stay in Marina !

We have designed this unforgettable trip to submerge you into an authentic way of life in one of the island's most beautiful regions while gaining a deeper understanding of the relationship between history, stunning escapes, gastronomy, and the authentic Cretan local lifestyle. You will also visit the world-famous Palace of Knossos, where your expert guide will ensure skip-the-line access to all archaeological areas, key pieces of information, and extra-personalized attention. Then, from the history and cultural experience, you will be immersed in another time wandering the unspoiled Cretan landscape along with authentic layers of flavors, wines, and village life of the island of Crete. Enjoy personal pick-up and drop-off with a premium vehicle at your full-day disposal, like a true VIP.

The Heraklion area is home to most of Crete's wineries. Join your private guide, who holds a diploma in wine, on a visit to two of the best wineries on the island: Titakis Winery and Digenakis Winery. In addition to touring the vineyards, cellars, and wineries, enjoy a wine of 5 native varieties at Titakis Winery, and 5 more special wines at Digenakis Winery. A wine experience of a lifetime. What better way to complete this culinary experience than to dine in an amorphous restaurant on top of the hills of the valley, and enjoy local Cretan delicacies prepared and cooked by a local cook? You'll stop at some scenic gems along the way. Explore the cost line of Northern Crete while driving from Rethymno to Heraklion. A private Tour, by all means, is a more intimate experience with time for questions and privacy.

Pair up with our top local insider & journey along the golden expanse of West Crete in the comfort of a luxury chauffeured vehicle. Submerge into a bespoke adventure fueled by the shimmering authenticity of ancient villages, hospitable locals who live close to untouched nature, lavish gorges spilling their rivers into the sea & storied Byzantine Monasteries nestled among utopian wonders. Tuck into the genuine flavors of our legendary forefathers. Unearth the archaic hamlet of King Agamemnon where water resources are pure, the temperature is ideal, & the local knowledge of food is an art. Prepare to be mesmerized by the delicious aromas of slow-grilled lamb & melt-in-mouth river fish placed around an open fire straight in front of you. Luxuriate along the seaside town of Rethymno wallowing in the charm of the labyrinthian streets & Venetian fortification. Revel in the glamour of the old town that makes it a minor playground for authentic street markets & eclectic wine-cocktail bars.