Lyrarakis Vineyard Picnic Experience with Guided Wine Tasting

4.2
(23 reviews)
Heraklion, Greece

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2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

What makes this experience stand out is its quiet, authentic charm—nothing staged, nothing rushed. You’re not herded into a tasting room; you’re welcomed into a working vineyard where traditions still guide the hands that tend the vines. The wine you taste isn’t just “good”—it’s rooted in rare Cretan varieties that Lyrarakis has fought to preserve for generations.

And then there’s the picnic: not a plastic table under an umbrella, but a hand-prepared spread set right in the vineyard, where the landscape does the talking. It’s intimate, personal, and crafted the old-fashioned way—slowly, with care, and with a touch of Cretan soul that you simply won’t find elsewhere.

What's Included

Private transportation
Wine Tasting of 5 Wine Labels
Winery Tour and Cellar Tour
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pic nic Basket with local specialties

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

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What to expect

This little escape into Crete’s wine country feels like stepping into a slower world, where everything moves with the calm rhythm of an old vineyard. At Lyrarakis, you wander between vines that still honor tradition, taste wines that carry the island’s true character, and settle into a romantic picnic surrounded by silence, sunlight, and the scent of the earth. Nothing flashy—just the kind of simple luxury that has always mattered.

Your experience is fully private, unhurried, and shaped by the land itself. A carefully prepared picnic basket, a chilled bottle of Lyrarakis wine opened just for you, and a landscape that feels almost painted. Perfect for couples, wine lovers, or anyone who needs a peaceful breath away from the world. A gentle, romantic moment in the heart of Crete.

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Wine Tastings
Shore Excursions
Food & Drink
Spring Break
Worry-Free Shore Excursion
Port Pickup

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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4.2 Based on 23 23 reviews
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