Half-Day Olive Grove - Olive Mill and Winery Tour with tastings & Lunch

This immersive food and wine experience in Crete offers a deep introduction to the islands rich agricultural heritage and local traditions. Traveling in a small group ensures a relaxed and personal atmosphere as you journey through scenic countryside filled with olive groves and vineyards. The day begins with a visit to a family run olive grove where guests learn about olive cultivation harvesting and oil production using both traditional and modern methods. A guided olive oil tasting follows allowing you to sample premium varieties paired with local bread tomatoes and cheese while understanding what makes Cretan olive oil world renowned. The experience continues with a visit to a boutique winery and raki distillery located in one of the islands most celebrated wine regions where indigenous grape varieties are cultivated with care and passion.

At the winery guests explore the vineyards and cellar gaining insight into the winemaking and aging process before enjoying a guided tasting of selected local wines and raki accompanied by regional delicacies. The tour concludes with a traditional lunch at a local taverna in a picturesque village where authentic Cretan hospitality takes center stage. A full course meal is served featuring fresh seasonal ingredients local cheeses olive oil based dishes and traditional desserts with honey. This experience is ideal for travelers seeking authentic flavors cultural insight and meaningful connections with local producers all while enjoying comfortable transport expert guidance and a thoughtfully paced itinerary that highlights the best of Cretan gastronomy and rural life.