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Crete: Local Wine Tasting & Visit to the Ancient Olive Tree
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Experience Crete’s rich heritage through an exclusive private tour combining authentic wine tasting with a visit to one of the world’s oldest olive trees. Enjoy personalized attention at a family-run winery, savoring native grape varieties nurtured by centuries-old traditions. Explore the majestic 3,000 year old Olive Tree of Vouves and its fascinating museum, uncovering the island’s deep connection to olive oil. Scenic drives through timeless villages complete this intimate cultural journey, offering a perfect blend of flavors, history, and breathtaking landscapes in just half a day.
Inclusions
What's included
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- Small cretan delicacy
Itinerary
Begin your journey at a charming, family-owned winery set in the heart of the Cretan hills. Discover the deep-rooted wine culture of the island as you sample native grape varieties such as Vidiano and Kotsifali. A local expert guides you through the tasting experience, highlighting the vineyard’s organic practices and traditional methods passed down through generations. Stroll among the vines, breathe in the fresh mountain air, and gain insight into Crete’s rich winemaking heritage—all in a relaxed, intimate setting.
Visit one of the oldest olive trees in the world—believed to be over 3,000 years old—still bearing fruit today. This living natural monument symbolizes the longevity of Crete’s olive oil culture. Wander through the peaceful square where the tree stands and explore the adjacent Olive Tree Museum. Learn how ancient Cretans cultivated olives and why olive oil remains central to the island’s economy, diet, and identity.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Heliophilia | Back to Nature
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travellers under 18 Years old should not participate in tasting the Wine
- Pregnant travellers are not recommended to drink any alcohol
How it compares in Greece, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 11% below the median of the 1748 experiences we list in Greece, outside the cities.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 643 of 1748.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
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