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Athens: Greek Bites & Tales Cruise
39 ReviewsSet sail on a traditional boat from Porto Rafti and explore the South Euboean Gulf. Enjoy 4 tasting stops with local delicacies and drinks, paired with stories of Greek culture.
Highlights
- Savor authentic Greek flavors with 4 tasting stops on a traditional boat
- Discover secluded coves, islets, and sea caves in the South Euboean Gulf
- Learn about Greek culture and history through storytelling on board
- Enjoy a cruise on the “Resalto,” a replica of 18th-century sailing vessels
- Explore the Natura 2000 protected area of Vravrona and its wildlife
Description
Set sail from the picturesque port of Porto Rafti, located just 15 minutes from Athens International Airport and 35 minutes from the city center. Cruise through secluded coves, small islets, sea caves, and scenic coastlines within the Natura 2000 protected area of Vravrona. Discover captivating legends and stories of historical, cultural, and environmental significance. Sail aboard the traditional wooden sailboat “Resalto” – a replica of Mediterranean sailing vessels from the 18th–19th century, and the only boat in Athens awarded the prestigious “Blue Flag” for eco-sustainability. Make four delicious tasting stops, offering authentic local delicacies and drinks. Each tasting is paired with storytelling that connects modern and ancient Greek culture with the flavors on your plate. Welcome) Enjoy Greek coffee, grape must cookies, loukoumi (Turkish delight), and carob rusks. Hear stories about “The Silk & Coffee Road” and “Resalto: A Floating Museum.” 1) Savor traditional pies and Metaxa brandy. Learn about “Carob & the Karat” and “The First Alcohol in Space.” 2) Try local pita bread with spreads (ex. fava, taramosalata, tzatziki), local cheese variety, gigantes, and Greek wine. Hear stories about “The History of Feta” and “How the Vine Reached Greece.” 3) Sample seafood like marinated anchovies and pickled octopus, olives, stuffed vine leaves, and ouzo or tsipouro. Discover the stories of “Athens, Athena & the Olive Tree” and “Ouzo & Tsipouro: Greece in a Glass.” 4) Finish with fresh seasonal fruit, kataifi pastries, and mastiha liqueur. Learn about “Syrupy Sweets: Greek or Turkish?” and “The Mastiha of Chios.”Includes
Welcome coffee and cookies Greek food tasting: local pastries, marinated fish, cheese variety, local dips, pies Beverages: glass of wine, glass of ouzo, glass of Metaxa, glass of tsipouro, mastic liquer, water bottles – More beverages can be purchased on the boat. Lifeguard on board Shaded area and lounge for sunbathing Music on boardImportant Information
- We offer tasting portions, not full meals.
- This product is subject to weather and sea conditions. You can check the weather condition for the day of your cruise here https://www.eastatticacruises.com/en/weather/
- To comply with port authority regulations, please provide the full name, date of birth, passport number, nationality, and gender of each participant when booking.
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