115,00 €
The Crete wine and olive oil tour offers an immersive journey through the island’s most authentic flavors and traditions. Visit scenic olive groves, local wineries, and a traditional raki distillery while learning about the products that define Cretan culture. Enjoy guided tastings, savor a traditional local lunch, and complete the experience with a hands-on pottery workshop in a historic artisan village.
During the tour, an engaging digital audio guide shares fascinating stories about Cretan gastronomy, olive oil production, local grape varieties, raki-making traditions, and the cultural heritage of the villages you visit.
up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
On average, this is booked 63 days in advance.
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Heraklion, Crete
Up to 8 guests
English
Duration: Approx. 7-8 hours
Departure Times: 08:30 – 09:30 depending on your area
Group Size: Up to 8 guests
Languages: English
Pickup Areas: Amoudara, Heraklion, Karteros, Kokini Hani, Gournes, Gouves, Analipsi, Anisaras, Hersonisos, Piskopiano, Koutouloufari, Stalida, Malia
Return: Approx. 16:00 – 16:30
08:30 – 09:30 Hotel Pickup
Pickup from selected areas and departure into the Cretan countryside.
Olive Grove & Olive Mill Visit
Guided tour through olive groves and olive oil production facilities with fresh olive oil tasting.
Organic Winery Tour & Wine Tasting
Explore vineyards, wine cellar facilities, and taste 5 local wines.
Traditional Raki Distillery Visit
Learn about traditional raki production and enjoy wine and raki tastings.
Traditional Cretan Lunch
Enjoy a variety of authentic local dishes at a traditional tavern.
Pottery Workshop Visit
Discover traditional pottery craftsmanship and optional hands-on pottery making.
16:00 – 16:30 Return Transfer
Return to your accommodation after the tour.
Experience the true essence of Crete through its most iconic local products, traditions, and flavors on this immersive full-day cultural tour. Combining olive oil, wine, raki, authentic cuisine, and traditional pottery, this experience offers a complete introduction to the island’s rich heritage and rural life.
Your journey begins with a visit to a modern olive mill surrounded by beautiful olive groves. Learn about traditional and modern olive cultivation techniques while exploring the groves and production facilities. During the guided tasting session, sample fresh extra virgin olive oil and discover why Cretan olive oil has been celebrated since Minoan times.
The tour continues to a family-owned organic winery located in one of Crete’s renowned wine-producing regions. Explore the vineyards, learn about local grape varieties and winemaking methods, and visit the wine cellar where the wines mature. Enjoy a guided tasting of five different Cretan wines while relaxing among vineyards and olive trees.
Next, visit a traditional raki distillery, known locally as a “rakokazano.” Learn about the ancient distillation process of Crete’s most famous spirit and explore the surrounding distillery grounds and cellar. The experience includes both wine and raki tastings, offering insight into one of Crete’s strongest cultural traditions.
After the tastings, enjoy a traditional Cretan lunch featuring a variety of authentic local dishes prepared with fresh regional ingredients and accompanied by warm local hospitality.
The final stop takes you to a traditional pottery village famous for preserving one of Crete’s oldest artisan crafts dating back to the Minoan era. Watch local craftsmen demonstrate pottery-making techniques and, depending on availability, try creating pottery yourself during this hands-on cultural experience. Please note that the pottery workshop is not available on Sundays.
Provider: PAPOUTSAKIS ANTONIOS, Diomidi 9 Heraklion 71601
