Discover the essence of Epirus as we invite you to explore Ioannina through its flavors, traditions, and stories. This walking tour is perfect for food lovers and culture enthusiasts, offering a taste of local delicacies and the charm of this historic city.

In this 4-hour experience, you’ll savor the culinary treasures of Epirus, enjoy authentic tsipouro and local wines, and connect with the welcoming locals. From the bustling streets to the picturesque corners of Ioannina, this journey will leave you with unforgettable memories and a full heart.

Description:

Our day begins with a delicious treat: Grandma Maria’s famous bougatsa, a traditional pastry that epitomizes the flavors of Ioannina.

Next, we will stroll through the charming alleys to the “Gyali Kafene,” an old coffee shop where we’ll enjoy the aroma and taste of freshly roasted coffee.

As we continue, we’ll visit a traditional delicatessen shop run by our friends from Metsovo. Here, you’ll sample exceptional cheeses, cold cuts, and wine, all crafted by a family of dedicated cheesemakers who have perfected their craft over generations.

We will then explore the iconic Ioannina Castle, wandering through its historic pathways while uncovering tales of Ali Pasha and Kyra-Frosini.

To conclude this delightful journey, we’ll indulge in local, handmade syrupy desserts. Famous for their sweetness and rich flavors, these traditional treats capture the essence of Ioannina’s culinary heritage.

Highlights:

• Taste one of the finest “bougatsa” recipes in Greece.
• Relish the aroma of freshly brewed coffee in a historic coffee shop.
• Explore Ioannina Castle and learn its legendary stories.
• Sample artisanal cheeses and cold cuts crafted by a family of dedicated cheesemakers from Metsovo.
• Savor authentic syrupy desserts, a hallmark of Ioannina’s gastronomy.

• English-speaking guide
• Bottled water
• Behind-the-scenes access at some of the venues
• Samplings of local food and drinks
• Cooking Lesson (traditional pie)
• Umbrellas for rainy weather
• Liability insurance
• Taxes

• Personal shopping
• Accommodation transfers
• Tips and gratuities
• Anything not mentioned above

leaderboard Difficulty: Easy

route Walking Distance: 2.9 km.

tour Tour Type: Semi-Private

group Group size: Max 6 participants

boy Age: From 2 years old

people_alt At least 2 adults should accompany children.

turn_right The experience does not finish at the starting point. Detailed return directions are provided

no_food Please inform us in advance if you have any special dietary needs.

lock For a private experience, please contact us.

Health and safety standards

At Food Tours we take your health and the health of our staff very seriously. To be sure that you can enjoy our tours with the maximum protection we have put in place some strict measures.

We make sure that all our partners and our own places are disinfected after each tour
All our guides have been trained on health and safety measures
Masks and hand sanitizers should be used on all our tours by our guides
Guests must bring their own mask
We keep our group small and we offer private tours

• Comfortable shoes
• Comfortable clothes
• Backpack for your personal shopping
• Hat or beanie
• Sunglasses
• Sunblock

Semi-private:

1 participant: 170€ pp
2 participants: 100€ pp
3 participants: 80€ pp
4 participants: 70€ pp
5 participants: 60€ pp
6 participants: 55€ pp

Private:

1 participant: 210€ pp
2 participants: 120€ pp
3 participants: 90€ pp
4 participants: 80€ pp
5 participants: 70€ pp
6 participants: 60€ pp