Premium Cretan Olive Oil Tasting, Wine, Raki and Local Food Tour

5.0
(15 reviews)

5 to 6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This is NOT a touristic tour, this is the experience for you if you want to interact with locals. Mark a special moment in your life or savor the moments created, while trying the best quality of Cretan pure virgin olive oil. You will learn about the olive oil production now and in the past. You will understand first-hand, that what makes Cretan olive oil stand out is not only its high quality and distinctive flavor but also the process of preserving its nutritional values on the production stage. Next stop is to a local winery, where you will try 5 different varieties of wine. The wine history on the island stretches back at least 3500 years! Next stop, in a Cretan “kazani” that you will learn about the traditional way of producing Cretan raki and through this process you will understand where past and future overlap. As the whole experience will cultivate your imagination, openness and awaken your senses, it will lead to a deep understanding of the Cretan values and customs.

What's Included

Private transportation
Raki tasting accompanied by Cretan products
Olive oil tasting accompanied by Cretan products
Winery visit and wine tasting
Liability insurance
All Fees and Taxes
Breakfast
Air-conditioned vehicle
Concierge service before and during the tour
Informative English speaking driver guide
personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

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

Meeting at the Hotel lobby at the indicated time.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 to 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    First stop to an olive oil mill, a tour to the olive groves and olive oil tasting accompanied with Cretan breakfast. You will learn about the olive oil production now and in the past and enjoy tour in the facilities.

    1 hour 15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Next stop is to a local winery, where you will try 5 different varieties of wine and have a tour in the facilities of the winery and the vineyard with a professional sommelier.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Raki distillery visit, in a Cretan "kazani" that you will learn about the traditional way of producing Cretan raki and through this process you will understand where past and future overlap. Raki and local wine tasting accompanied with traditional Cretan snacks.

    1 hour 15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Creta Maze

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Day Trips
Wine Tastings
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
4WD Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Outback Tours
Wine Tours
Shore Excursions
Food & Drink
Excellent Quality
Spring Break
New Product
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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