Kalamata: Food Tour and Olive Oil Tasting With Light Lunch

Kalamata, a renowned culinary destination in Greece, beckons with its rich food heritage. Travelers can embark on a captivating 4-hour adventure, exploring the city’s vibrant food scene and discovering the secrets of its renowned olive oil. This immersive tour promises exceptional insights, led by the knowledgeable Maria, who guides visitors through a delightful journey of regional delicacies, olive oil tasting, and a light Mediterranean lunch. With a tempting price tag of $174.76 per person, this experience offers an unparalleled opportunity to take in the flavors that have made Kalamata a gastronomic gem.

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Key Points

A 4-hour food tour and olive oil tasting experience in Kalamata, priced at $174.76 per person, visiting 6 local family-owned shops and tasting over 20 local delicacies.
Highlights include an olive oil tasting led by a certified connoisseur, a short wine tasting, and a Greek coffee tasting at a micro-roastery.
The tour concludes with a light lunch featuring regional recipes or Mediterranean flavors, along with local drinks.
The tour has received consistent 5-star reviews from travelers, praised for the exceptional knowledge and warm hospitality of the guide, Maria.
Travelers have highlighted the tour as a trip highlight, with the opportunity to sample an array of delectable regional specialties and learn about local food traditions.

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Tour Overview and Pricing

This food tour and olive oil tasting experience costs from $174.76 per person and lasts for 4 hours.

It includes a visit to 6 local family-owned shops, tasting over 20 local delicacies, an olive oil tasting with a connoisseur, a short wine tasting, and Greek coffee tasting.

A light lunch featuring local recipes or Mediterranean flavors is also included.

Guests can enjoy free cancellation with a full refund if canceled 24 hours in advance, and the option to reserve now and pay later.

Enjoy free cancellation with a full refund if you cancel 24 hours in advance, and reserve now, pay later.

The tour meets at Vasileos Geogiou Square, in front of the 3 Statues of Messinian War Heroes.

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Tour Highlights

The tour highlights a visit to 6 local family-owned food shops, where guests can taste over 20 local delicacies.

Travelers will also enjoy an olive oil tasting led by a certified connoisseur, focusing on the renowned Koroneiki variety.

A short wine tasting showcases local vintages, and a Greek coffee tasting at a micro-roastery provides a cultural experience.

The tour concludes with a light lunch featuring regional recipes or Mediterranean flavors.

The experience is wheelchair accessible, and private group options are available for those seeking a more personalized tour.

Detailed Itinerary

Maria greets guests at the central Vasileos Geogiou Square, in front of the 3 Statues of Messinian War Heroes, to begin the food tour and olive oil tasting experience.

The group visits a traditional workshop for homemade delicacies.

Next, they taste spoon sweets and Corinthian raisins at a local shop.

After, they enjoy Greek coffee tasting at a micro-roastery.

A short wine tasting follows at a local wine shop.

The highlight is the olive oil tasting, focusing on the renowned Koroneiki variety.

Finally, the tour concludes with a light lunch at a cozy tavern.

What’s Included

The tour includes a tasting of various Greek mezedes (small plates) and local delicacies.

Guests will also enjoy an olive oil tasting of four extra virgin varieties. A short wine tasting of 2-3 local labels is included, as well as a Greek coffee tasting at a micro-roastery.

The experience concludes with a light lunch featuring local recipes or Mediterranean flavors, along with local drinks. A knowledgeable local host accompanies guests throughout the tour.

All taxes are included in the price. Guests may opt for a full lunch or make additional personal purchases.

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Meeting Point and Duration

The meeting point for this food tour and olive oil tasting experience is Vasileos Geogiou Square, in front of the 3 Statues of Messinian War Heroes.

The tour lasts 4 hours, providing ample time to visit 6 local family-owned food shops, taste over 20 local delicacies, and enjoy an olive oil tasting with a certified connoisseur.

Participants also get to experience a short wine tasting of local varieties and a Greek coffee tasting at a micro-roastery, before concluding with a light lunch featuring local recipes or Mediterranean flavors.

The tour is wheelchair accessible, and private group options are available.

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Cancellation Policy and Payment Options

This tour offers a full refund if canceled 24 hours in advance.

It’s a flexible booking option that lets you reserve your spot now and pay later. This means you can easily adjust your plans if needed without worrying about non-refundable fees.

The tour pricing starts at $174.76 per person for the 4-hour experience.

With a range of local delicacies, olive oil tastings, coffee, and a light lunch included, it’s an excellent value for an immersive food and cultural exploration in Kalamata.

Customer Feedback and Recommendations

What do travelers have to say about this food tour and olive oil tasting experience?

Based on consistent 5-star reviews, customers rave about the tour. They praise Maria’s exceptional knowledge and warm hospitality.

Reviewers highlight the tour as a trip highlight, noting the fascinating insights into local food traditions and the chance to sample an array of delectable regional specialties.

The olive oil tasting, in particular, is a standout, with travelers appreciating the opportunity to learn from a certified connoisseur.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Tour Available in Languages Other Than English?

The tour is available in English, but it’s unclear if it’s offered in other languages. Customers should check with the tour provider to inquire about language options when booking.

Can the Light Lunch Be Modified for Dietary Restrictions?

The light lunch can be modified to accommodate dietary restrictions, according to the tour details. Travelers should inform the tour provider of any special dietary needs when booking the experience.

Is There an Option to Extend the Tour Duration?

Yes, the tour duration can be extended. Customers can opt for a full lunch instead of a light lunch, which would increase the tour’s duration from 4 hours to approximately 5-6 hours.

Are Discounts Available for Students or Seniors?

The tour doesn’t seem to offer any discounts for students or seniors. However, you can contact the tour provider to inquire about any available discounts or special offers for those groups.

Can the Meeting Point Be Changed to a Different Location?

The meeting point can be changed, but it may incur an additional fee. Customers should contact the tour operator to inquire about the possibility and any associated costs for arranging a different meeting location.

The Sum Up

Enjoy the flavors of Kalamata with this captivating food tour and olive oil tasting. Explore local family-owned shops, savor over 20 regional delicacies, and enjoy a guided olive oil tasting and light lunch. Led by the knowledgeable Maria, this 4-hour adventure promises exceptional insights into the culinary traditions of this enchanting Greek city.