From Heraklion: Olive Oil Tour with Tasting and Lunch｜Greece

Begin your journey with a convenient pickup from your hotel or villa in Heraklion. Travel by comfortable air-conditioned minibus to the village of Panagia, where you’ll visit a traditional stone olive mill. Learn about the ancient techniques used in olive oil production and see how they have evolved into today’s modern methods.

Next, head to a modern production facility to witness the mastery of contemporary olive oil making. Continue to the olive groves near Ano Viannos, where you can participate in seasonal hands-on activities and enjoy a field tasting of fresh extra virgin olive oil and local products.

Experience authentic rural village life and savor a traditional Cretan meal, where olive oil is at the center of every flavor, shared in a welcoming village setting. Throughout the day, your local English-speaking guide will provide insights into Crete’s land, people, and the culture built around the olive tree.