Discover Crete’s rich flavors on this private shore tour combining an olive mill experience with a boutique winery visit. Start at a traditional family-run mill, where you’ll learn how premium olive oil is produced and enjoy a guided tasting of its distinctive aromas and textures. Then continue to a peaceful countryside winery for a tour through the vineyards and cellars. In the garden courtyard, savor five expertly selected wines paired with local olives and handmade rusks while learning the secrets of Cretan winemaking. A relaxed, authentic immersion into Crete’s culinary heritage.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
• Inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions or food allergies. • Guests must b...
Discover Crete’s rich flavors on this private shore tour combining an olive mill experience with a boutique winery visit. Start at a traditional family-run mill, where you’ll learn how premium olive oil is produced and enjoy a guided tasting of its distinctive aromas and textures. Then continue to a peaceful countryside winery for a tour through the vineyards and cellars. In the garden courtyard, savor five expertly selected wines paired with local olives and handmade rusks while learning the secrets of Cretan winemaking. A relaxed, authentic immersion into Crete’s culinary heritage.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
• Inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions or food allergies. • Guests must b...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Olive oil tasting
Wine tasting (5 sample)
All taxes, fees and VAT
English speaking private guide
Port pick-up and drop-off
Traditional Cretan meze (Cretan rusks and olives)
Personal expenses
Gratuities (optional)
Itinerary
1
Port of Souda
Meet your driver and enjoy a scenic ride through Crete’s countryside to the first stop.
15 minutes
2
Crete
Family Olive Mill (1 hour)
Tour a traditional olive mill and see the production process up close. Learn how olives are cultivated and pressed using time-honored techniques. Finish with a guided tasting that helps you identify aromas, textures, and quality grades.
Countryside Winery (1 hour)
Arrive at a charming boutique winery set among vineyards. Your guide will walk you through the vines, production rooms, and aging cellars while explaining Cretan grape varieties and local wine traditions.
Garden Courtyard (1 hour)
Relax in a peaceful outdoor setting as you sample five wines paired with fresh estate-grown olives and traditional rusks. Hear stories from the winemakers about their philosophy and craft.
3 hours
3
Port of Souda
After a day filled with history, culture, and seaside relaxation, return comfortably to your ship.
