Explore the Secrets of Wine and Olives in Rethymno

4.8
(6 reviews)

6 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 1 more

Embark on a captivating day tour delving into the secrets of Cretan tastes and culture, exploring wine, olive, and culinary traditions while traversing picturesque villages and breathtaking landscapes. Join a semi-private group of 6-8 individuals per vehicle for an immersive journey through Klados winery, historic sites, olive oil mills, and a village tavern, experiencing the essence of Cretan hospitality and savoring delectable local delicacies.

* Visit a winery for tour and tasting
* Visit an olive mill with tour and olive oil tasting
* Visit Garazo Village
* Lunch with Cretan platters
* Off-road tour, marvel old olive trees, vineyards and Cretan villages
* Embark on a semi private tour for up to 6 or 8 persons per vehicle

What's Included

Liability insurance and local taxes
Entrance fees for the winery tour and tasting
Premium off-road vehicles (7 or 9 seater) driven by multilingual escort-drivers
Free hotel pick up and drop off
Lunch with Cretan delicacies
Entrance fees for the olive mill tour and tasting
Wine or beers or refreshments in tavern
Purchases in the winery or olive mill
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

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

Pick up times per area: 8:30 Georgioupoli 8:35 Kavros 9:00 Rethymnon 9:15 Platanias 9:25 Adelianos Kambos 9:30 Stavromenos 9:45 Panormos Please provide your accommodation details when booking. If your accommodation does not appear in the list, kindly include it in the notes section. If your accommodation is accessible by car, we can arrange to pick you up directly from there. Otherwise, we will suggest a convenient nearby meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Begin the excursion with a visit to Klados Winery in Panormos. Delight in a personalized wine tour guided by the owner, unlocking the mysteries behind Cretan wines and experiencing an enticing wine tasting that reveals the region's longevity secrets. Pickups Drive to Klados Winery (15 minutes) Winery Tour & Tasting Stop (50 minutes)

    1 hour 5 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Wander through the traditional village of Garazo, nestled in the heart of Rethymnon. Stroll its narrow alleys lined with stone-built houses and blooming courtyards. Visit the small local museum showcasing everyday Cretan life and folk traditions, offering a glimpse into the island’s cultural heritage.

    1 hour 10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Embark on a journey through picturesque villages like Doxaro, Apladiana, and Agia, nestled amid lush greenery, vineyards, and olive groves. Visit a traditional and modern olive mill in Melidoni village. Learn about the olive oil production process, from ancient handmade methods to modern techniques, and savor the flavors of local olive oil. Cretan Cuisine Delights: Indulge in the flavors of Cretan cuisine at a charming village tavern in Melidoni, and embrace local hospitality with an array of delicacies. Drive to mountain View point (off-road) (25 minutes) Mountain View point photo stop (10 minutes) Drive to Melidoni olive oil mill (40 minutes) Olive oil tour and tasting stop (30 minutes) Drive to Melidoni village (10 minutes) Melidoni lunch stop (1 h 20 min) Drive back to pick up points

    3 hours 15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The prices are for group participation with a minimum of 4 pax to start.
  • Please note that this trip is not recommended for individuals with car sickness, mobility or kinetic issues, back problems, pregnant women, or children under 7 years old, as we do not provide baby seats. Additionally, individuals taller than 195 cm or heavier than 130 kg may find the trip challenging. Alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited for minors under the age of 18.
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