Pleasures of Crete: Truffle Hunting, Culinary & Wine Celebration from Heraklion
Pleasures of Crete: Truffle Hunting, Culinary & Wine Celebration from Heraklion
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.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Heraklion Prefecture
Venture to the heart of truffle country, Lassithi Plateau with a knowledgeable guide
1 hourDikti
Make a stop at one of the traditional villages for a delicious Cretan breakfast
35 minutesKrasi
Visit the historic village of Krasi and take photos by the iconic Plateau’s Windmills
25 minutesLassithi Plateau
After the hunt, let your private guide drive you to an authentic local restaurant – prepare yourself for a cooking demonstration paired with local produce, aromatic wine, food, and – of course – fresh truffles
4 hoursDikteon Cave
Spark your travel curiosity to visit family pottery and the Monastery of Panagia Kera Kardiotissa
1 hourHersonissos
One of the potential regions of your personal pick up and drop off.
Anissaras
One of the potential regions of your personal pick up and drop off.
Analipsi
One of the potential regions of your personal pick up and drop off.
Gouves
One of the potential regions of your personal pick up and drop off.
Kokkini Hani
One of the potential regions of your personal pick up and drop off.
Heraklion
One of the potential regions of your personal pick up and drop off.
Agia Pelagia
One of the potential regions of your personal pick up and drop off.
Fodele
One of the potential regions of your personal pick up and drop off.
Bali
One of the potential regions of your personal pick up and drop off.
Included
- Personal pick-up & drop-off with a flexibly adjusted pick-up time
- Chauffeured premium vehicle at your disposal
- Vehicle comforts: mineral water, fresh fruit & snacks, Wi-Fi, USB sockets & hygiene amenities
- Private knowledgeable local insider guide
- Truffle hunter with his lovely Lagotto Romagnolo Italian dogs
- Dine as locals do: restaurant & bar recommendations
- Full support from your travel planner before & during your day trip
Not Included
- Drinks and meals
- Admission fees (if applicable)
- Wine tasting expenses (if requested)
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.