Wonderful experience. Jacob was a terrific host. Food was great and plentiful. Wine was too. Had a lot of fun cutting up the herbs vegetables and stuffing them. Definitely a must. Walk included going through the farm and learning about the history of the area. Drive to the farm is a little difficult. Greek dancing was fun. Breaking plates ended the evening on a high note. Walk through farm and community is rocky, steep and not for those who are not very agile or mobile. Wear very comfortable shoes.
Naxos:Half-day cooking class at Basiliko Farm





At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $115 / person
- Location
- Naxos, Greece
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 607 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Basiliko Naxos Cooking Lessons
- Meeting point
- The meeting point is at Basiliko tavern in Mesi Potamia village. Please keep always on the main road and turn only when you see signs of Basiliko. We can offer you transportation with an extra charge comparing where are you staying. Please do not hesitate to contact with us.
Description
This is not just a cooking class—it is a fully immersive hands-on Greek experience that brings you into real island life. What makes it truly unique is that you don’t simply watch, you participate in everything. From the moment you arrive, you become part of our daily life. You pick fresh vegetables straight from the garden and cook traditional Naxian recipes step by step using real farm-to-table products. But the experience goes far beyond cooking. You explore a living farm, meet our animals, walk through olive groves and vineyards, and discover how locals have lived and worked for generations. It’s authentic, unfiltered, and personal — not staged tourism. Then the experience expands into the village of Potamia, with walks among Venetian towers and a local stream, adding history and landscape to the day. And finally, it all transforms into a real Greek celebration—shared food, local wine, music, dancing, and plate smashing — where strangers become part of one big family.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 11:00 AM and 3:30 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 10
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $115
- Youth (ages 5–12)
- $103
- Child (ages 2–4)
- $46
- Infant (ages 0–1)
- Free
Out at sunset: the 3:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:34 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 20 of the next 39 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
How it compares in Naxos
- No. 3 by number of reviews among 147 tours in Naxos
- Starting price $115 is 43% below the typical $200 for tours of similar length in Naxos
Excurgo comparison of 147 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Naxos:Half-day cooking class at Basiliko Farm take?
Naxos:Half-day cooking class at Basiliko Farm lasts about 4 hours.
How much does Naxos:Half-day cooking class at Basiliko Farm cost?
Prices start at $115 per person for this Naxos experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Naxos:Half-day cooking class at Basiliko Farm run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 11:00 AM and 3:30 PM.
How much does Naxos:Half-day cooking class at Basiliko Farm cost for children?
Children aged 2–4 pay from $46, adults from $115. Infants go free.
Does Naxos:Half-day cooking class at Basiliko Farm sell out?
It can: 20 of the next 39 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Naxos:Half-day cooking class at Basiliko Farm for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The meeting point is at Basiliko tavern in Mesi Potamia village. Please keep always on the main road and turn only when you see signs of Basiliko. We can offer you transportation with an extra charge comparing where are you staying. Please do not hesitate to contact with us. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Naxos:Half-day cooking class at Basiliko Farm offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(607)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
Wow! What a wonderful experience at this 5th-generation family-owned farm in Naxos. I learned so much and felt so well cared for. We walked through the farm, picked produce, cooked together, learned a bit about the history, and even danced. I highly recommend arranging transportation through them, as the farm is reached by a narrow, steep road. It is absolutely worth the trip — such a special and memorable experience.
Great way to visit a 5th generation active farm on Naxos. The experience from the farm to the history to the food was fantastic. When making the reservation may want to check how many people are signed up as we had close to 30 which made for a bigger that expected group.
Amazing experience, all around.
This was the highlight of our trip to Naxos! An incredible experience. We learned a lot of great history, enjoyed an amazing meal, and made friends with the other guests that lasted throughout the duration of our stay on the island. Not to mention that the scenery of the farm is beautiful— unlike anything we’ve ever seen. The cherry-on-top of the experience was an authentic Greek dance lesson, plate-smashing, and a Mamma Mia sing-a-long. Highly recommend doing this experience!
Wear sneakers! It was fun learning about the history of Basiliko Farm. We enjoyed the initial sweet treat, the wine and lemonade. We made easy friends with the other guests because our hostess got all of us to share our backgrounds. After we walked to the garden and picked vegetables then enjoyed preparing them. While our dinner cooked, we strolled through the woods to learn about the history of the farm. After a delicious dinner we danced and smashed dishes, skipping away 😂. Thank you, everyone was very kind 💙
Absolutely book this tour. It was so much fun for all of our group. The food, wine, and dancing were the highlight of our week.
This experience will be one we talk about every time we reflect on our visit to Naxos. The family‑run farm understands hospitality in the most genuine way. You’re welcomed like a friend, then invited to be part of the cooking itself — gathering fresh ingredients from the garden, chopping vegetables, seasoning the dishes, and getting hands‑on with every step. I loved that. While the meal cooks, you’re taken on a beautiful walk and tour of the property, learning about the land, the family, and their traditions. And when it’s time to eat… did I mention the food is delicious? Every dish is full of flavor and made with care. I’ll definitely be making these recipes when I get home. A heartfelt, authentic experience — highly recommended.
It was a really fun day. We had a tour of the farm where we learned about the island, history of the area, how they live and farm. We collected vegetables for dinner, chopped everything up for cooking, while drinking wine and talking. Ended the day with a great dinner, Greek dancing, and plate breaking. Just a note that you need to arrange your own transportation, and depending on where you are staying, it can get expensive if you are far away. Personally, I would not recommend driving yourself as the farm is in the hills, and the last part of the drive is a bit challenging, down a very rustic road.
Multigenerational family farm shared farming methods and family experiences. We picked our produce, met the working animals, and experienced a historical tour of the property and its significance in the history of Naxos. The food was delicious and the wine flowed. Thank you to our hosts and the great time spent with the other guests.
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