RETHYMNO CITY TOUR FIELD GUIDE
A Stroll Through Rethymno’s Old Town That Ends at the Tasting Table
A 3-hour walking tour that traces Rethymno’s multicultural streets while sampling Cretan honey, olive oil, raki, handmade phyllo and modern island cuisine.
A Stroll Through Rethymno’s Old Town That Ends at the Tasting Table.
Explore Rethymno’s Old Town as an open-air museum of the town’s multicultural past while learning how centuries of local tradition shape Cretan gastronomy — from farmhouse olive oil and honey to the flaky phyllo used in baklava and the modern reinterpretations served in town restaurants.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Narrow streets and Venetian stone houses
Walk Rethymno’s atmospheric lanes and take in the stone-built Venetian houses that structure the Old Town’s historic fabric.
Hands-on phyllo workshop in a Venetian mansion
Visit a 17th-century Venetian mansion that houses a hand-made phyllo atelier using recipes kept for more than 65 years, and watch the techniques behind classic desserts such as kataifi and baklava.
Honey, olive oil and raki tasting
Taste the three cornerstones of the Cretan diet — honey, olive oil and raki — and learn to distinguish qualities and the basics of their production.
What the day feels like
What the tour feels like
Over three hours you move at a walking pace from a tucked-away café with a fountain and orange trees to tasting sessions and a hands-on pastry atelier, finishing in an almost-hidden Old Town restaurant where traditional Cretan dishes are presented in modern style — all while guides connect sites, traditions and local flavors.
THE ROUTE
Narrow streets and Venetian stone houses
Walk Rethymno’s atmospheric lanes and take in the stone-built Venetian houses that structure the Old Town’s historic fabric.
THE CRAFT
Hands-on phyllo workshop in a Venetian mansion
Visit a 17th-century Venetian mansion that houses a hand-made phyllo atelier using recipes kept for more than 65 years, and watch the techniques behind classic desserts such as kataifi and baklava.
THE TASTES
Honey, olive oil and raki tasting
Taste the three cornerstones of the Cretan diet — honey, olive oil and raki — and learn to distinguish qualities and the basics of their production.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should take precautions.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Confirm any specific recommendations with the operator before the tour; pack any personal allergy medications or documentation if relevant.
The tour meets in Rethymno Old Town and runs for three hours; check meeting details with the operator on booking confirmation.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Gastronomy & Walking Tour?
The tour lasts 3 hours.
Where is the meeting point?
Meeting location is Rethymno Old Town.
What food experiences are included?
The itinerary includes a Cretan breakfast at a hidden café, a honey/olive oil/raki tasting, a handmade phyllo workshop in a Venetian mansion, and a final tasting of modern Cretan dishes at a local restaurant.
Who operates the tour?
The tour is operated by Bonnie and Clyde Urban Tours.
Is the tour suitable for children?
The tour is suitable for ages 13 and up.
How do I notify the operator about allergies or dietary restrictions?
Email the operator at [email protected] to communicate food allergies or dietary needs before the tour.