5 Food Tours in Naxos Weighed Up Side by Side

1.Naxos/ Paros: Sailing Cruise with Food and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 269 reviews · from $136Our pick

Join Actionseaze Yachting for a small-group sailing trip from Naxos or Paros. Expect swim stops, snorkeling, Greek lunch, fruit, coffee, and drinks on the full-day cruise, or wine and fruit at sunset. Crews including Nikos, Adele, and Ericko are known for attentive service, and the yacht raises its sails when wind allows.

“Absolutely worth it. All three stops were picture-perfect, the snacks/lunch were thoughtful and delicious, and the guides were incredibly kind. This was a highlight of our trip.”

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2.Naxos Town Food Tour with Tastings and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 266 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $112

Meet your English-speaking guide at Naxos Town Hall for a 3.5-hour walk through the Venetian Old Town, markets, and local tasting stops. Expect six cheeses, premium olive oil in a medieval cellar, three wines, citron, pastries, traditional dishes, and a generous meal. Guides such as Liana, Natasha, Elizabeth, and Iliana add history and local context.

“The tour was fun! The guide was very positive and energetic and made sure to make the tour enjoyable. We recommend!”

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3.Catamaran Cruise with Swim Stops, Food, and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 180 reviews · from $186

Spend 5 to 7 hours aboard a modern Naxos Yachting catamaran with an English and Greek-speaking crew. Swim in quiet coves, use the provided snorkel gear, and enjoy onboard lunch, fruit, cake, wine, beer, raki, and soft drinks. Boats include Danae, Rena, Anassa, and Steve π, with space for up to 25 people.

“Fun day on the water! Beautiful sights and lovely crew. Served us some beverages and snacks as well as lunch. Water was a bit chilly but still enjoyed jumping in and snorkeling for a while. Most relaxing part of our trip for sure!”

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4.Wine Tasting and Tour in Saint Anna Winery in Naxos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 174 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $72Best value

Meet Manolis Petrakis at Saint Anna Winery near Naxos Town for an evening tour of winemaking, olive pressing, herbs, and a small Byzantine chapel. Taste about five or six wines, a homemade spirit, olive oil, and local cheeses, olives, bread, and cured foods. The small group setting allows plenty of questions.

“Nice tastings and lots and lots of information. Nice snacks too. Immanuel did a great job. Thank you for everything!”

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5.Food Walking Tour & Cooking Class with Meal & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 86 reviews · 4 - 5 hours · from $135

Explore Naxos Town with a local guide, shop for seasonal produce, taste island cheeses and citron liqueur, then prepare Greek appetizers with a taverna chef such as Ms. Mimosa. Guides including Anastasia add history and local context. The 4 to 5 hour small-group tour ends with a full meal, wine, and recipes to take home.

“Anastasia was an amazing host, along with Ms Mimosa. Anastasia was so welcoming and informational throughout the day, and shared lots of interesting facts about Naxos and the Cyclades. There was no pressure to purchase any of the cheese or liqueur when tasting as well which was lovely however, all the tasters were very nice! We weren’t sure what we were going to be cooking from other reviews however we were pleasantly surprised by making tzatziki, Greek salad, eggplant dip, zucchini fritters and dolmades. Ms Mimosa’s team also made us moussaka as well. Anastasia also let us know that she will alter the recipes if possible for others if required…”

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