Exquisite cuisine and regional specialities in Greece
On your Greece food tour you will taste your way through moussaka, layers of aubergine, meat and béchamel; spanakopita, spinach and feta in crispy filo pastry; and dolmades, a meze dish of stuffed vine leaves. Then there’s souvlaki, which represents street food at its finest – tender marinated meat grilled over charcoal and served with warm pita, tzatziki, tomatoes and onion.
Meze culture in Greece encourages sampling many small plates paired with ouzo, tsipouro or raki – or the Greek wines that have experienced a remarkable renaissance in recent years. Local grape varieties like Assyrtiko grown in the volcanic soil on Santorini produce whites that pair beautifully with seafood, while Agiorgitiko from the mountainous Peloponnese creates smooth roses and reds, perfect for roasted meats and tomato sauces.
During your stay in Nafplio in the Peloponnese you will venture into the countryside to walk through olive and orange groves, visit beehives and tour an historic ouzo distillery. In Athens and Crete’s Chania you will visit lively markets and discover sensational street food with a local expert. On a wine tour in Santorini you will explore the island and its lime washed villages, cruise the jewel-blue waters by private yacht and be introduced to the best of Santorini’s gastronomy and family-owned wineries.
Our expert travel designers take care of the details to ensure that your food and wine tour in Greece is seamless – and personalised to you.
Highlights
Explore the island of Santorini and visit family-owned wineries for a sommelier-guided introduction to local wines
Join a knowledgeable guide on a mouth-watering walk around Chania’s historic district
Enjoy a hands-on Cretan cooking experience on a 17th century farm with organic gardens
Cruise the waters around Santorini at sunset on a private yacht with dinner
Visit a Greek ouzo and tsipouro distillery in the historic city of Nafplio in the Peloponnese
Greece has one of the oldest continuous culinary traditions in the world, and ingredients like olive oil, wine, honey, herbs and grains are still at the heart of Greek cuisine. On your journey you’ll explore the sun-drenched Greek mainland, Peloponnese and Greek islands where the finest Mediterranean ingredients have always been produced, and you’ll visit restaurants that have been run by the same family for generations.

Luisa Armandine
Travel Designer
Luxury accommodation in Greece
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Where to go

Athens
Culinary adventurers in the cradle of Western civilisation will find a vibrant café scene, ouzeries run by generations serving time-honoured recipes and forward-thinking restaurants blending Mediterranean traditions with a modern touch.
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Crete
This island offers more than just historical depth – its varied landscape stretches from alpine peaks to secluded coves with turquoise waters. Chania’s narrow streets reward curious wanderers, while local tavernas along the Venetian harbour serve seafood fresh from the sea.
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Peloponnese
The striking Peloponnese peninsula is shaped by mountains, olive groves and coastal fishing villages. Inland, valleys and deep gorges cut through dense forest, while the east coast boasts the historic seaport town of Nafplio and its welcoming beaches.
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Santorini
Santorini – a group of islands in the southern Cyclades – captivates with whitewashed homes perched on volcanic cliffs and shimmering black-sand beaches. The island’s volcanic soil supports boutique vineyards where the Assyrtiko grape flourishes.
Discover moreWhen to visit
The best time to visit Greece is typically from May to September, when the country is bathed in sunshine and summertime warmth. This is when the Greek Islands and beaches are at their best – though they can get busy during peak season in July and August. If you’re interested in exploring Athens or experiencing local holidays, spring (March to June) or autumn (September to November) might be better.

Grape and olive harvest
September–October

Beach break
June–September

Hiking
April–May, October–November

Religious celebrations
April–May
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