Crete, the largest and most diverse Greek island, beckons visitors to enjoy its rich cultural heritage. An evening of traditional Cretan entertainment promises an unforgettable experience, complete with lively dance performances, delectable local cuisine, and the opportunity to savor the island’s renowned beverages. Whether one’s palate favors meat or vegetarian options, this captivating event offers a delightful glimpse into the vibrant tapestry of Cretan hospitality. With convenient transportation arrangements, the stage is set for an engaging exploration of this Mediterranean gem’s vibrant culture.
Key Points
- A traditional Cretan and Greek cultural evening featuring live music, folk dancing performances, and a delicious dinner with drinks.
- Dinner options include meat-based and vegetarian choices, as well as child-friendly meals, providing a taste of local cuisine.
- Round-trip transfers from select areas of Crete are included, making the experience convenient for travelers.
- The setting in a local Cretan village enhances the culture and dining experience.
- The event caters to both adults and children, offering a well-rounded cultural experience in Crete.
Overview of the Experience
Visitors can experience an evening of traditional Cretan and Greek entertainment at a local village.
The highlight is a performance by local dancers in colorful folk costumes who showcase Cretan and Greek dances.
The experience also includes a delicious dinner with drinks.
Round-trip transfers are provided from select areas of Crete, making it convenient for travelers to enjoy the cultural show and cuisine without the hassle of transportation.
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Dining Options
The Cretan Evening in Crete offers diners a choice of meat-based or vegetarian dinner options.
The meat selection includes chicken, lamb, or pork with potatoes, Greek salad, tzatziki, fava, fruit, wine, water, and raki.
The vegetarian option features stuffed tomato and paprika with potatoes, Greek salad, tzatziki, fava, fruit, wine, water, and raki.
For children, the meat choices are meatballs, hamburgers, or souvlaki with Greek salad, tzatziki, fava, fruit, and a soft drink, while the vegetarian option is stuffed tomato and paprika with the same sides and a soft drink.
Adult Dinner Options
As part of the Cretan Evening in Crete experience, diners can choose from a selection of meat-based dinner options.
These include chicken, lamb, or pork served with potatoes, Greek salad, tzatziki, and fava. The meal also comes with fruit, wine, water, and raki.
Vegetarian diners can enjoy a dinner of stuffed tomato and paprika with potatoes, Greek salad, tzatziki, and fava, along with fruit, wine, water, and raki.
Both meat and vegetarian options provide a taste of traditional Cretan and Greek cuisine in a lively, cultural setting.
Child Dinner Options
Children can choose from a selection of meat-based or vegetarian dinner options for the Cretan Evening in Crete experience.
The meat-based choices include:
Meatballs, hamburgers, and souvlaki offer delectable meat-based dinner options for the Cretan Evening in Crete experience.
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Meatballs
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Hamburgers
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Souvlaki
These come with a Greek salad, tzatziki, fava, fruit, 1 soft drink, and water.
The vegetarian option is a stuffed tomato and paprika dish, served with a Greek salad, tzatziki, fava, fruit, 1 soft drink, and water.
All child dinner options provide a balanced and tasty meal to complement the evening’s entertainment and immersive Cretan cultural experience.
Transportation and Pickup Details
The Cretan Evening in Crete experience includes round-trip transfers from select areas of Crete, ranging from Malia to Amoudara.
Pickup times vary, with the earliest at 6:00 pm in Amoudara (Gazi) and the latest at 7:10 pm in Malia. The transfers cover a wide range of locations, including popular resort areas like Stalida/Stalis, Chersonissos, and Heraklion.
Regardless of the pickup point, the goal is to have all guests arrive at the Cretan village experience between 5:55 pm and 7:10 pm.
The round-trip transfers are included in the overall price, providing a convenient way for guests to reach the event.
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Practical Information
Confirmation is received at the time of booking.
The experience isn’t wheelchair accessible, and infants must sit on laps. Most travelers can participate, with a maximum of 200 travelers. The experience operates in most weather conditions, so it’s important to dress appropriately. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Not wheelchair accessible; infants must sit on laps.
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Most travelers can participate; maximum of 200 travelers.
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Operates in most weather conditions; dress appropriately.
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Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Additional Information
Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time).
The "Reserve Now and Pay Later" option is also offered. This experience is supplied by Eye travel. The price starts from $53.25 per person.
Based on 4 reviews, the experience has a rating of 3.5 stars. This Cretan evening includes dinner, drinks, and live entertainment with traditional Cretan and Greek folk dances.
Round-trip transfers from select areas of Crete are provided. The experience can accommodate up to 200 travelers and operates in most weather conditions, so dressing appropriately is advised.
The Sum Up
Enjoy the vibrant Cretan culture with an unforgettable evening of traditional entertainment, delicious dining, and convenient transportation. Indulge in a menu of meat or vegetarian options, Greek salads, and local drinks while enjoying lively dance performances in colorful costumes. This experience offers an authentic taste of Cretan hospitality, making it a must-do activity for visitors to the island.
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