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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$198 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Taste locally grown produce in an idyllic setting
    • Savour the delicious nodes of two different rakis
    • Walk through a traditional Cretan Olive Grove Farm
    • Travel in comfort in a premium SUV vehicle
    • Enjoy a light lunch at a winery distillery

Activity location

    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

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Crete: Olive, Wine, & Raki on a Flavourful Culinary Journey

  • Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes6h 30m
    6h 30m
  • English

This tour is offered daily from Monday to Saturday, with pick-up points, Agia Pelagia, Lygaria, Amoudara, Heraklion City, Heraklion Port, Karteros, Kokkini Hani, Gouves, Analipsi, Anisaras, Hersonissos, Koutouloufari, Stalis and Malia Areas

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
NZ$198.42 x 1 AdultNZ$198.42
Total
Price is NZ$198.42

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Premium SUV or Minivan vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Pickup and return of the customer to the place of accommodation
  • Inclusions
    Experienced tour guides
  • Inclusions
    Tour of the olive grove and olive mill
  • Inclusions
    Olive oil tasting
  • Inclusions
    Guided winery tour with guided wine-tasting of 3 indigenous varieties
  • Inclusions
    Guided tour of the Raki Distillery
  • Inclusions
    Raki tasting in the Rakokazano (Raki Distillery)
  • Inclusions
    Light lunch
  • Inclusions
    Travelling through local villages
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses

What you can expect

  • Embark on an enchanting journey through the heart of Crete, where the vibrant tapestry of its culture and culinary legacy unfolds before you. Kickstart your adventure at an olive mill, where the air is redolent with the essence of olives, and immerse yourself in the time-honored craft of olive oil extraction.

    Discover the customs and rituals that define Cretan cuisine, as you delve into the roots of the island's gastronomic heritage.

    Next, venture to a charming micro-winery and raki distillery nestled amidst sun-drenched vineyards, where the magical art of winemaking and distillation unveils the secrets behind Crete's renowned indigenous grape varieties and beloved spirit. Engage your senses in a delightful wine tasting featuring four distinct wines, followed by spirited raki tastings, offering an authentic glimpse into the soul of the island.

    Savour a sumptuous feast of Cretan delicacies, each dish a harmonious blend of local flavours. As the gentle breeze carries the sounds of laughter and the clinking of glasses, the meal evolves into a jubilant celebration of tradition, forging a profound connection between Crete's culinary richness and the authentic charm of Cretan terroir.

Location

Activity location

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    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece