Extreme Bites Tour
Athens, Greece
From USD 117.73
Office phone number: +30 698 067 9166
Extreme Bites Tour
Athens, Greece
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Get to know Athens through its culinary traditions. But don’t expect to eat moussaka and feta on this tour. Take a deep breath and get ready to try some extreme local bites — only those with strong stomachs need apply. Show yourself how brave you are by doing as the locals do and tasting some lesser-known traditional treats — if you dare!
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Highlights
- Discover the traditional tastes of some of the most unusual and extreme local dishes in Athens
- Try the most popular “hangover cure" in Greece
- Discover hidden taverns in covered alleys and other food spots where locals love to hang out
- Wander through the buzzing streets of the city’s Central Market
- Learn all about Athens’ culinary culture from a local guide
Local Impact: How you will help the local community by joining this tour:
- All of the stores you visit on your tour are 100% locally owned and run. Supporting small-scale, locally-run businesses helps to preserve the traditional character of old Athens.
- Your tour also highlights centuries-old recipes, tastes, and traditions that could be lost if not preserved.
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Schedule details
- Duration: 3 hours
- Meeting point:
In front of the Church of the Pantanassa, in Monastiraki Square (next to Monastiraki metro station). Our guide will be standing next to the church.
Exact GPS Coordinates of the meeting point: 37.976371, 23.726042
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- Starting time: 2.30 PM
- Ending point:
Panepistimio Metro Station
Language: English
Inclusions: Local, English-speaking guide, 4 food samples as indicated in the itinerary (at 4 different stops) bottled water a glass of local wine. There will be plenty of food so feel free to skip lunch and come hungry.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Did you know that Greece has a culinary tradition that goes back about 4,000 years? Despite being one of the most underrated cuisines in the world, it is one of the healthiest and tastiest diets worldwide.
Of course, you can’t miss trying moussaka, olives and feta, but Greek cuisine is much more varied than you might imagine. On this culinary walking tour you’ll get to know Athens through some of its more unusual tastes on a culinary adventure for anyone craving authentic local eats that go beyond the basics.
We begin our Extreme Bites walking tour from Pantanassa Monastery in Monastiraki Square, where you’ll meet your local guide. Feel the vibes of the lively square, located in the heart of Athens, and get a glimpse of the one and only Acropolis, the landmark of Athens, before starting this tasty experience.
Through the buzzing city centre, we’ll move to our first stop where you’ll try local atherina in the cone. Atherina, the Mediterranean sand smelt, is one of the most delicious meze for tavern foodie lovers. Order the fish in a cone, a tradition started when the owner’s grandfather was running a seafood tavern, and eat the whole fish (even the head) as the locals do. Are you ready for some crunchy bites?
Continuing our walk, we’ll show you around the best of the Central Market, getting lost amongst its stalls with hundreds of products. Meat, fish, cheese, herbs, vegetables and many other foods can be found here. We’ll stop at one of the local taverns located in the market to try the most popular “hangover” cure in Greece, called patsas (tripe soup), something not even every local is brave enough to try.
Next, it’s time to discover Crete through its incredible flavours. Going through Kotzia Square surrounded by gorgeous neoclassical buildings of the early 18th century and ancient ruins of old houses, we’ll stop at a timeless and loved-by-locals Cretan tavern, totally hidden in one of the numerous stoas (covered alleys) of the city. Do you detest liver with its aggressive flavour? If yes, give it another try here! Sample liver with honey accompanied with local wine, and beyond any doubt, we’re betting you’re going to love this dish!
Moving on to our last stop, your Extreme Bites tour couldn’t end without tasting snails or rabbit and trying some local, old barrel red wine. Choose between fried Cretan snails in vinegar and rosemary sauce, or pan-cooked rabbit with marjoram, sage and lemon peel with fried potato wedges and show yourself how brave you are.
The Extreme Bites tour comes to an end at the Academy of Athens (Panepistimio metro station) where you are free to continue your own personal exploration. Don’t forget to ask your guide for more hints and tips on how to get the most out of your trip to amazing Athens.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local, English-speaking guide, 4 food samples as indicated in the itinerary (at 4 different stops) bottled water a glass of local wine. There will be plenty of food so feel free to skip lunch and come hungry.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Dress standard: Please wear comfortable shoes for walking
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.
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Dietary Notes
We can accommodate vegetarians and other dietary restrictions. Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary requests. You can do so in the ‘Additional information’ box at checkout, or by emailing us at info@athensurbanadventures.com.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +30 698 067 9166
Email address: info@athensurbanadventures.com
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