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Poros is a very beautiful pine-forest island on the gulf between Athens and the Peloponnese. Poros is famous for its naturally formed harbor that bustles with all kinds of activity, a perfect backdrop while enjoying an iced coffee in one of the many terraces along the seaside boulevard. A large number of yachts that sail the Greek waters make it a point to stop in the friendly port of Poros. The island with its neoclassical buildings, an impressive clocktower symbol, tiny alleys laden with flowers, quaint shops and fantastic beaches will definitely charm you! Athens is just an hour away from Poros. During this ideal Greek Culinary Experience you will indulge in the gastronomy, the people, the sea, the history, and the organic bounty of the Mediterranean. This 7 day, 6 night experience includes round-trip Athens airport transfers, 3 hands-on cooking classes, breakfast and dinner daily and most lunches. Tours will highlight the area and you will even learn some Greek with 3 language classes right after breakfast. Relax or Explore as much as you like. This is your time. Taste the delights of farm fresh olive oil, produce and local wines with each of your meals.
A Greek Culinary Odyssey on the Isle of Poros
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Please note:
Tour inclusions can change depending upon
seasonality and weather conditions.
•Round Trip Transfer from Athens Airport to Poros
•Daily Breakfast & Dinner
•5 Lunches
•3 Greek Language Lessons
•3 Traditional Greek Cooking Classes
•Guided Tour of Island of Hydra
•Odyssey Organic Farm Tour & BBQ
•Olive Oil & Wine Tasting
•Local Vineyard & Wine Tasting
While our tours are designed as soft adventure experiences, walking, climbing stairs,
and in rare cases mild hiking may be required. If you have mobility issues, you should
speak with one of our culinary travel specialists to determine if this tour is
appropriate for your situation.
AVAILABLE DATES
This tour is available in September, October and November 2024. Also available May, June, September and October 2025. The tour runs from Sunday to Saturday. Please click the orange "Check Pricing & Dates" button above to view actual departures.
SAMPLE ITINERARY
Please note: Actual itineraries are subject to change due to seasonality.
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Day 1
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Round Trip Transfer from Athens Airport to Poros | Welcome DrinkYou will be greeted by your driver at Athens Airport and taken to your accommodations at the Odyssey Poros Deluxe Apartments where a fresh squeezed local lemonade will be waiting for you in the Bistro. Relax and settle into your apartment home for the week. You'll have time to walk on the sand, take a dip in the sea or explore the area before dinner.
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Welcome Dinner with WineYour host will greet you with a warm welcome in the Bistro. Your welcome dinner will be a Greek meze, which is a combination of some typical Greek courses with snacks and dips. There will be an abundance of food that you'll be sharing with your fellow participants. Enjoy your first night's dinner with a glass of wine and discuss the events of the week with your host.
Day 2
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Breakfast in the BistroA big, traditional Greek breakfast will welcome you to the day! Fresh orange juice, homemade Greek pastries and pies, fresh fruit, cheese, yogurt, honey, nuts breakfast breads, fruit marmalades along with choices of omelet or boiled eggs with lots of coffee, and tea.
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Fun Greek Language Lesson | Relax by the Beach | Explore Poros | Lunch at BistroAfter breakfast you will have a first language lessons to become familiar with a few basic words and the Greek alphabet. The remainder of the morning will give time to explore Poros Island or just relax by the beach. Odyssey is located only a few steps from one of the nicest beaches of Poros, the Askeli beach, enjoy your swim or fun at the seaside. Lunch will be served in the Bistro.
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Traditional Greek Cooking Class with Local Wines | DinnerTonight's menu focuses on fresh fish. Your chefs will lead you in the preparation of a traditional 5-course dinner. Only fresh, organic ingredients will be used, many of which grown right in your hosts garden. You'll start with a Greek (or similar type) salad, and a nice aubergine dip or tzatziki. Then you'll prepare the fish and a traditional dessert. You will enjoy a cocktail with some Greek liqueurs and local wine while preparing dinner.
Day 3
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Early Breakfast in the BistroAn early breakfast before beginning your day. A big, traditional Greek breakfast will welcome you to the day! Fresh orange juice, homemade Greek pastries and pies, fresh fruit, cheese, yogurt, honey, nuts breakfast breads, fruit marmalades along with choices of omelet or boiled eggs with lots of coffee, and tea.
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Guided Tour to Nearby Island of Hydra | Light Island LunchYour guide will take you around the island and show you all beautiful places and interesting traditions of this historical island. No motor vehicles are allowed on the island. Horses, mules, donkeys and water taxis provide the public transportation; however, most people walk everywhere. National Geographic Traveler has rated Hydra at the highest of any Greek Island (11th out of 111 islands worldwide), as a unique destination preserving its "integrity of place." There are numerous mansions, monasteries and a cathedral to see as Hydra is sure to win your heart with its refined architecture. Hydra's pure understated beauty has always appealed to artists, who seek its inspiration. There are pristine beaches and scenic hiking routes. Return to Poros, where you will dine at the Odyssey or at a local tavern.
Day 4
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Breakfast at the Bistro | Greek Language Lesson -Talk in Sentences!A big, traditional Greek breakfast will welcome you to the day! Fresh orange juice, homemade Greek pastries and pies, fresh fruit, cheese, yogurt, honey, nuts breakfast breads, fruit marmalades along with choices of omelet or boiled eggs with lots of coffee, and tea. During the second language lesson you'll get acquainted with some important verbs so at the end you'll be able to create a few sentences.
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Odyssey Farm | Farm Fresh Cooking Class with Pastries and Pies | BBQ with LocalsYour host at Odyssey will arrange your transfer to the Odyssey farm. Here, you can decide to have a swim in the swimming pool or the sea, or take a small tour of the vegetable gardens where you will learn all about olive oil from the process of gathering the olives to producing organic olive oil. A cooking class with ingredients you just picked up from the gardens will give you the ultimate "from farm to fork" experience. Make your own phyllo dough and create traditional Greek pies. As you might have expected, a lot of vegetable dishes will be on today's menu including some local desserts. A traditional Greek farm BBQ with more guests will follow and possibly some local music and fun activities. Return to Odyssey to rest after a full day.
Day 5
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Breakfast in the Bistro | Greek Lesson - English Words with Greek OriginA big, traditional Greek breakfast will welcome you to the day! Fresh orange juice, homemade Greek pastries and pies, fresh fruit, cheese, yogurt, honey, nuts breakfast breads, fruit marmalades along with choices of omelet or boiled eggs with lots of coffee, and tea. During the final language lesson learn some familiar English words that have their origin in the Greek language. This will be a fun discovery lesson where everyone can participate and find the unexpected roots of many words you use regularly.
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Lunch at Odyssey | Olive Oil and Wine Tasting | The Important Mediterranean Diet History | DinnerLunch will be served at Odyssey. In the afternoon you will partake in an olive oil tasting and an ouzo or wine tasting, prepared by your hosts. This will be followed by an introduction into the Mediterranean diet, the history and its important role in the region. Dinner will represent the best of the Mediterranean Diet and its flavorful richness and freshness.
Day 6
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Breakfast in the BistroA big, traditional Greek breakfast will welcome you to the day! Fresh orange juice, homemade Greek pastries and pies, fresh fruit, cheese, yogurt, honey, nuts breakfast breads, fruit marmalades along with choices of omelet or boiled eggs with lots of coffee, and tea.
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Local Vineyard and Wine Tasting | LunchLater this morning, you will visit a local winery for a tour and tasting of some great local wines. This winery uses local grape varieties such as Fox, Roditis, the famous Agioritiko grape and also Asyrtiko. They grow their grapes on the nearby volcanic soil of Methana at heights between 300 to 500 meters. After your tasting, enjoy a delicious lunch.
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Hands-on Cooking Class | The Greek Experience DinnerTonight your final cooking class will leave you with so many memories and a true Greek Experience with many surprises
Day 7
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Breakfast in Bistro | Transfer to Athens AirportA big, traditional Greek breakfast will welcome you to the day! Fresh orange juice, homemade Greek pastries and pies, fresh fruit, cheese, yogurt, honey, nuts breakfast breads, fruit marmalades along with choices of omelet or boiled eggs with lots of coffee, and tea. Transfer to the Athens airport. (Please do not book a flight that departs before 1:30pm) Don't want to go home? You can book additional nights at very special rates!
Poros, Greece
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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What Currency is being quoted?
The Currency Code is listed directly after the published amount. If it states USD, then the quoted price is in United States Dollars. If it states CAD, then the quoted price is in Canadian Dollars. If it states EUR, then the quoted price is in European Union Dollars…etc. However, please note that all charges are processed in USD, and Epitourean’s Merchant Bank automatically calculates the currency conversion on the day of the charge.
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What does Double Occupancy mean?
Two persons traveling together, and staying in the same room. Tour prices are normally quoted as “per person, double occupancy” in case two people are traveling together and staying in the same room, but paying separately. The cost of the lodging is also shared by two people, thereby reducing costs. This could be a married couple, two friends or relatives.
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What is a Single Supplement?
Whenever a person travels alone, the cost of their lodging cannot be shared by another person. When tour products are priced, they are normally stated as “per person, double occupancy.” Whenever a guest occupies a room as a solo, the whole cost of the lodging must be incurred by that one individual. Tour companies accommodate this by charging a Single Supplement. Epitourean does its best to keep the single supplement as low as possible, but it is a real cost that tour companies must absorb, and must pass along to the single traveler.
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If I am a Solo Traveler, will I be paired with another person?
Epitourean never pairs a solo traveler with another person without a special request. If you book Single Occupancy, you will have a room entirely to yourself. However, should you wish to be paired with another solo traveler to save on the single supplement, you may make this request. We cannot guarantee that we can accommodate such requests, since it would take another solo traveling on the same tour for the same dates. But if requested, we will certainly try.
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Are flights included in the tour price?
No. Flights are never included in the price of our land-only tours. Epitourean does not provide air, rail or sea travel, unless expressly noted in the itinerary.
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May I give a culinary tour as a gift?
Yes. Epitourean has a special program designed specifically for this purpose. Our Gift Packages come with features such as special messages to the recipient, gift box option, gift link (without pricing), and floating dates (should you not know when the gift recipient wants to travel). Contact a Culinary Travel Specialist at 800-390-3292 or customerservice@epitourean.com to receive additional information about this unique offering.
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May we request separate beds if sharing a room?
Yes. In most cases, Epitourean can accommodate a request for two beds to be placed in one room. Just make sure to make this request in the comments section of the reservation process.
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Does each guestroom have a private bathroom?
Yes. Epitourean partners with the best lodging options in each destination, and private (en suite) bathrooms are a requirement. However, you should inquire as to the configuration of bathrooms should you have a special need. For example, some tours include accommodations in medieval villages, where either a shower or bath(but maybe not both) are present.
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Can your tours accommodate my dietary restrictions?
In almost all cases, Epitourean can accommodate dietary choices and restrictions. But we do request that you ask a Culinary Travel Specialist prior to making your reservation so that we can assess your individual situation.
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If I am unable to use a portion of the tour, can I get a partial refund?
Unfortunately, due to vendor and supplier contracts, we are unable to provide partial refunds for unused portions of any tour or tour component.
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Are Transfers included in the Itinerary?
Round-trip transfers from the airport or train station are normally included in our international tours. Transfers to the destination (for both international and domestic tours) are not included in the tour price. Please see the Sample Itinerary. If it mentions that transfers are included, then yes, transfers are included at no additional cost.
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What meals and excursions are included in the tour?
The Sample Itinerary should be your reference. If the meal or excursion is described in the Sample Itinerary, then it is included at no additional charge. For those days where it expressly notes Free time, then any optional activities you elect to participate in might have an additional cost. In addition, if the itinerary states "evening on your own," it would imply that you have the opportunity to visit a restaurant of your own choosing, and at your own expense. If you have any question about inclusions, please submit an inquiry by clicking on the blue "Ask Us a Question" button under the price section.
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Is it possible to book pre or post tours or stays through Edible Destinations?
Yes, we often do have optional 2 and 3 night excursions that are priced separately from the tour. We can also assist with pre and post night stays in a hotel if you choose to come in early before the tour starts, or stay on after a tour ends. The price of those hotel stays are not included in the price of the tour, but we would be happy to provide a quote. Simply ask your Culinary Travel Specialist, or submit an inquiry by clicking on the blue "Ask Us a Question" button.
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Are Guide or Host Gratuities included in the price of the tour?
Since tipping guidelines and customs vary widely between countries, we do not include gratuities in the price of the tour. Your Culinary Travel Specialist can provide you with recommendations. But the general rule is to tip modestly when you are pleased with a guide’s services, either at the end of the tour, or at the conclusion of a specialty day excursion where you will only be with that guide (or chef) on that day.
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Should we plan on any personal expenses during the tour?
All lodging, meals, transfers, classes and excursions mentioned in the Sample Itinerary and Vacation Highlights are included in the price of the tour. However, we highly recommend taking local currency for purchasing personal items, souvenirs, tipping, etc. You can either get the local currency at an airport exchange service, ATM or from your local bank prior to travel. However, you should note that many hosted destinations do not accept credit cards for personal purchases.
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Do you recommend Travel Protection?
We recommend that you purchase a travel protection plan to help protect you and
your travel investment against the unexpected. Travel protection plans can include
coverage for Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption, Emergency Medical and Emergency
Evacuation/Repatriation, Trip Delay, Baggage Delay and more. For more information
on the available plans or to enroll, click on the link below or contact Travelex
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The Greek Culinary Odyssey on the Isle of Poros tour was exceptional and exceeded our expectations. Katerina was such an amazing hostess we called her our Greek Yaya always taking care of us ensuring we had everything from food, drink, accommodations, and extra personalized excursions including a private boat ride to the Odyssey Farm. This day was exceptional as we stopped for quick swim in the Saronic Gulf, saw a shipwreck, and had an amazing farm to table cooking class. We fell in love with Poros due to the hospitality of our hostesses Katerina and Dora, coupled with our exquisite Greek culinary adventure!
Alia and Adam - May 2024
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Just a short note to tell you how happy Kandice and I were with the Edible Destinations program! Poros was delightful – wonderful people at the accommodations. Katerina and family were gracious hosts and great cooks! We had a grand experience and would use Edible Destinations again. Thank you.
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The product descriptions provided here are only brief summaries
and may be changed without notice. The full coverage terms and details, including
limitations and exclusions, are contained in the insurance policy. Travelex CA
Agency License #0D10209. All products listed are underwritten by, Berkshire
Hathaway Specialty Insurance Company (formerly known as Stonewall Insurance Company),
1314 Douglas Street, Suite 1400, Omaha, NE 68102. 11.17 E7N
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