What Makes Us Different
Anastasia Vasileiou
Founder & Host
The Greek Gourmet Tours
From the places we visit and the people we meet, to the restaurants, cultural experiences and moments of stillness along the way, every element has been chosen to reveal a more authentic and meaningful side of Greece.
Our collection includes personally hosted small-group journeys as well as customized private journeys, created for couples, families, friends and private groups.
Travel differently. Travel with purpose. Travel within.
Our Hosted Journeys:
We don't simply create itineraries. We create journeys with a reason to exist.
There are many ways to experience Greece. Our Journeys are designed for travelers who want something more.
A personal host
Anastasia personally hosts the collection's signature small-group journeys, bringing her knowledge of Greece, gastronomy, culture and storytelling into the experience.
A story behind every journey
Each hosted journey is built around a central idea — letting go, reconnecting with one's roots, discovering ancient stories, embracing beauty or simply learning to slow down.
Greece beyond the postcard
We combine iconic places with authentic neighborhoods, family traditions, artisans, local tables, villages, mythology and experiences that invite travelers to see Greece from a more personal perspective.
Luxury with breathing space
Luxury is not simply about beautiful hotels. It is also about time, ease and freedom. Our itineraries deliberately balance discovery with moments when travelers can simply enjoy where they are.
Meaningful connection
Small groups create space for conversation, shared experiences and genuine friendships, transforming a holiday into something travelers remember together.
A journey within the journey
Every experience is designed to leave travelers with something more than photographs: a story, a memory, a new perspective or perhaps a renewed connection with themselves.
Meet our Tour Specialists
Anastasia
The Greek Gourmet Tours was created with a vision and a promise.
Anastasia, the soul and spirit of The Greek Gourmet Tours wanted to offer her guests the opportunity to enjoy a taste of real life Greece. She personally curates most of her half day walking food tours in Athens on a private or semi-private basis in an alternative uncrowded, non touristy and authentic exploration.
Marilena
The Greek Gourmet Tours is really proud to introduce Marilena as a wine expert and foodie in their Crete tours. With a wine business degree and a WSET certification from the Plumpton University Marilena is the young and shiny face that has a lot to offer. A calming personality, in depth knowledge of some unique wineries in Greece and loads of stories about good wine!
Melina
Melina is an archaeologist with vast experience in Greece's sites and heritage. Early in her career she discover her passion in travel and decided to combine her two big loves, the archaeology on one hand and travel on the other by becoming a fully licensed tourist guide. She has been a precious gem during all these years guiding many discerned guests and offering memorable touring experiences.