THE CRETAN VEGETARIAN – VEGAN OPTION

On this page you will find vegan and vegetarian cooking biking and hiking trips in Greece.

Flavors of Crete

In areas little known to foreign tourism, you will learn the art of Cretan cuisine in a delightful country setting. Your instructor will be native farm house ladies of the near region. You will taste the best Cretan traditional Vegetarian food that Crete has to offer and you will experience a way of life that very few foreigners will have the chance to experience
4 Days – 3 Nights : $ 798 / Euro 587
Based on minimum 4 persons
Price per person

We provide: Fine accommodation at 4**** A Class hotel resort/ double occupancy on bed & breakfast basis, - 7 Vegetarian meals (4 lunch + 3 dinner) rich, fresh, natural, healthy. [each meal includes 6-8 different traditional vegetarian dishes, means 42 – 56 different vegetarian specialties), - Transportation airport or port / hotel by arrival & hotel airport/port by departure. Chartered vehicle with driver for all excursions / visits / tours around the island, fuel.
Not included: Drinks – tips – entrance fees at archaeological / historical sites.

A taste of Crete

All of our cooking programs in Crete are surrounded by lemon, orange and olive groves.

All of our cooking programs are set in the countryside with hills, vineyards. Native fig, apple, pear and peach trees surround the gardens and grapevines climb the arbour. Wild roses cover the lattice and the smell of lavender, bougainvillea and wild flowers fill the air.

At our grow an abundant supply of tomatoes, eggplant, zucchini, lettuce, peppers, oranges, lemons, grapes, basil, parsley and oregano at all our locations. In our recipes, emphasis is placed on using seasonal fruits and vegetables, picked daily from the garden.

Our staff, drivers and guides speak fluent English and Greek

Students will be able to taste different varieties of wines and specialty liqueurs

5 Days – 4 Nights : $ 978 / Euro 719

Based on minimum 4 persons

Price per person

We provide: Fine accommodation at 4**** A Class hotel resort/ double occupancy on bed & breakfast basis, - 9 Vegetarian meals (5 lunch + 4 dinner) rich, fresh, natural, healthy. [each meal includes 6-8 different traditional vegetarian dishes, means 54 – 70 different vegetarian specialties), - Transportation airport or port / hotel by arrival & hotel airport/port by departure. Chartered vehicle with driver for all excursions / visits / tours around the island, fuel.

Not included: Drinks – tips – entrance fees at archaeological / historical sites.

The secrets of Cretan table

A unique opportunity to experience at first hand authentic Cretan regional cooking techniques and recipes that have been developed and handed down over generations.

Our cooking trip takes place in beautiful wonderfully tranquil location in the mountain of Nida some 50km south of Heraklion city.

Our cooking classes allow you to immerse yourself in the culture and lifestyle of Crete and learn to cook authentic Cretan dishes in an informal and friendly environment. You will learn the passion of the local kitchen and, importantly, have a lot of fun and enjoyment doing it.

All of the ingredients you will use are bought each morning from local open market and so you will be working with fresh fruit and vegetables in season. Throughout our cooking you will learn about the ingredients and the traditions around the dishes

You will learn the passion of the Cretan kitchen and, importantly, have a lot of fun and enjoyment doing it.

3 Days – 2 Nights : $ 614 / Euro 450

Based on minimum 4 persons

Price per person

We provide: Fine accommodation at 4**** A Class hotel resort/ double occupancy on bed & breakfast basis, - 5 Vegetarian meals (3 lunch + 2 dinner) rich, fresh, natural, healthy. [each meal includes 6-8 different traditional vegetarian dishes, means 30 – 40 different vegetarian specialties), - Transportation airport or port / hotel by arrival & hotel airport/port by departure. Chartered vehicle with driver for all excursions / visits / tours around the island, fuel.

Not included: Drinks – tips – entrance fees at archaeological / historical sites.

Journey to the Cretan Gastronomy

PORTO CLUB Cultural Walking & tasting Tours offers an alternative way to travel and experience the mystery and charm of Crete. Our unique Cretan tours consist of leisurely walks through Cretan’ s most cherished locales: We believe that the best way to experience Cretan culture is to travel through the inland Crete, both ancient and modern, at a relaxed pace, independently with private local driver / guide . Come walk with us, through the legends and history , taste unique natural / fresh picked from the Cretan country greens and vegetables , join the Cretan company and lore of these magical parts of Crete

7 Days – 6 Nights : $ 1.368 / Euro 1.000

Based on minimum 4 persons

Price per person

We provide: Fine accommodation at 4**** A Class hotel resort/ double occupancy on bed & breakfast basis, - 13 Vegetarian meals (7 lunch + 6 dinner) rich, fresh, natural, healthy. [each meal includes 6-8 different traditional vegetarian dishes, means 78 – 100 different vegetarian specialties), - Transportation airport or port / hotel by arrival & hotel airport/port by departure. Chartered vehicle with driver for all excursions / visits / tours around the island, fuel.

Not included: Drinks – tips – entrance fees at archaeological / historical sites.

The Cretan Cooking Adventure

If you love to cook and travel, PORTO CLUB Travel services may be exactly what you are looking for. With PORTO Club you can combine your love of cooking and your love to travel into one amazing experience. We give you the opportunity not only to travel and experience your surroundings to the fullest, but to also learn from the native farm house ladies in the area. All of our cooking vacations are in English, and equipment is provided, for your convenience.

In a warm relaxed atmosphere we prepare attractive, delicious dishes that are truly fresh – natural – healthy – Vegetarian: very few ingredients at their superb seasonal peak, simply though skilfully prepared to enhance their excellence.

We enjoy memorable meals in a beautiful setting, with good wine and convivial company. This is at the heart of what a Porto Club Vegetarian cook is all about.

Cook delicious Cretan Traditional Vegetarian meals and delight your friends and family when you get home from a fun filled Cretan Vegetarian cooking holiday you'll never forget!

4 Days – 3 Nights : $ 864 / Euro 635

Based on minimum 4 persons

Price per person

Not included: Drinks – tips – entrance fees at archaeological / historical sites.

The Authentic Cretan Cuisine

Discover the fresh, pure olive oil, garlic, fresh herbs, wines, breads, and fresh pick up vegetables.

We want to emulate a lifestyle where food, wine, and family meals are the most important things and where time and care go into preparing food and eating When you return from your travels, what do you recall? The sights, sounds, smells, taste. Travellers and adventurers realize that the cuisine of a culture is often one of its most revealing treasures. We designed this Vegetarian tour so that our clients can immerse themselves more fully in the culture of Crete and the treasure of its food.

10 Days – 9 Nights : $ 1.822 / Euro 1.340

Based on minimum 4 persons

Price per person

We provide: Fine accommodation at 4**** A Class hotel resort/ double occupancy on bed & breakfast basis, - 19 Vegetarian meals (10 lunch + 9 dinner) rich, fresh, natural, healthy. [each meal includes 6-8 different traditional vegetarian dishes, means 114 – 152 different vegetarian specialties), - Transportation airport or port / hotel by arrival & hotel airport/port by departure. Chartered vehicle with driver for all excursions / visits / tours around the island, fuel.

Not included: Drinks – tips – entrance fees at archaeological / historical sites.

Biking and Cooking in Crete

Be ready to discover all that Crete offers.

We'll shop the local markets together in search of local ingredients and return home or drive to prepare traditional Cretan meals in a relaxed atmosphere.

Most evenings we'll meet on the kitchen terrace for an aperitif a dish of olives and several snacks (we call them meze).

You can join in and learn to prepare the regional specialties we will serve for dinner.

You'll soon discover that we emphasize market-based cooking with a respect for traditional dishes plus a large pinch of originality.

There will be plenty of time to explore the rich natural and cultural attractions of the area.

We will share activities, excursions, rides, pure natural and fresh authentic food, local friendly company, Cretan music and dances and much more.

6 Days – 5 Nights : $ 1.397 / Euro 1.027

Based on minimum 4 persons

Price per person

We provide: Fine accommodation at 4**** A Class hotel resort/ double occupancy on bed & breakfast basis, - 11 Vegetarian meals (6 lunch + 5 dinner) rich, fresh, natural, healthy. Snacks and refreshments during the biking time - Transportation airport or port / hotel by arrival & hotel airport/port by departure. Bike rental, helmets, extra spear bike, biker leader, Chartered vehicle with driver as back up service for all transportation, tours, excursions.

Not included: Drinks – tips – entrance fees at archaeological / historical sites.