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What sets this tour apart is its **soul**—not just the stops, but the *why* behind them. In just one carefully crafted day, you get a full bite of Crete: its sacred flavors, its living crafts, its wine-soaked hospitality, and its ancient myths. We don’t rush. We don’t overpack. We do it the old Cretan way—slow, generous, and real.
You’ll taste olive oil from groves where the trees are older than some civilizations. You’ll meet a potter whose hands remember secrets passed down for generations. You’ll drink wines born from volcanic soil and eat a village lunch the way locals do on a Sunday. And finally, you’ll walk in the footsteps of kings and legends at Knossos.
No staged folklore, no touristy fluff—just the Crete we love, shared with you the way it was always meant to be: with heart, time, and good company.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
A member of our team will contact you the day before the tour to reconfirm the pick-up time and place.
Itinerary
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1
Start the day walking through the remnants of Europe’s oldest civilization. The Palace of Knossos brings myth and reality face to face. Entrance ticket (€20) and certified guide not included—but we can easily pre-book the guide for you.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Olive Grove Farm Tour & Tasting Start your day in an olive grove surrounded by the quiet wisdom of ancient trees. Discover how Cretan olive oil is produced, taste fresh bread dipped in golden oil, and enjoy a mini snack infused with herbs and simplicity. A nourishing and peaceful start to your day.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
3
Next stop: earth and fire. Get inspired at this traditional pottery workshop where the Kaparounakis family has shaped clay for generations. Watch the wheel in action and, if you're feeling bold, try your hand at the craft. It's humbling—in the best way.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
4
Into the vineyard! Meet the makers, explore the cellars, and enjoy a relaxed tasting of five local wines, each paired with small bites. Dry, fruity, bold—each glass tells a different Cretan story.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
5
In a charming stone-built village that feels like time stopped, enjoy a full-course Cretan lunch under the shade of vines. Local wine flows, raki follows, and you'll understand why "slow food" started here.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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