From Chania: Culture, History, Olive Oil｜Greece

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Embark on a journey through the history of Crete on a tour that takes you to the German cemetery, the bridge of Tavronitis, the Gonia Monastery, the Ancient Olive Tree, and an Olive Mill and Winery. Finish the day with a stop at a local taverna for a taste of local "mezedes" and coffee.

Start your day at the German cemetery, a place that honors the fallen German soldiers from WWII. Take a look at the historical presentations and visit the graves that lie on the locally infamous hill 107.

Next, take a walk across the bridge of Tavronitis, where the remnants of WWII still remain in bullet holes. Learn the interesting history behind this virtually unassuming bridge.

Travel further back in time with a visit to the Gonia Monastery. Choose to enter for a small fee and visit the fantastic underground museum that displays items dating back several hundred years, as well as the monastery itself.

Continue on through the endless green olive groves of Kolymbari, arriving at the legendary Ancient Olive Tree—a majestic tree whose roots trace back over 3,000 years, to a time when ancient Greeks walked this very land. At a charming local café nearby, you'll enjoy an authentic olive oil tasting experience. Here, you'll also find a beautifully preserved old olive mill and an engaging agricultural museum to explore, all set within a picturesque countryside setting.

Return to the modern world and visit a hidden gem with a beautiful setting for olive oil tasting and an option for wine tasting.

Lastly, stop at a local traditional taverna for a taste of local "mezedes" and coffee, some olive oil tasting and maybe even orange picking!