Olive-harvest day trip in Chania

Highlights

Cretan olive harvesting adventure.
Authentic Chania olive oil tour.
Village-style Cretan lunch experience.
Hands-on Cretan harvesting journey.
Explore Chania's agricultural heritage.

Summary

Experience Cretan life with olive harvesting, a visit to an olive mill, fresh olive oil tasting, and a traditional village-style lunch with local ingredients.

Tour info

Duration

7 hours

Commentary

English

Why take this tour?

Embark on an immersive journey into the heart of Cretan life with our olive harvesting experience. Start in a serene olive grove, guided by a local expert who will teach you the traditional methods of harvesting olives. This hands-on experience offers a deep connection to the land and Crete’s rich agricultural heritage.

Next, visit an authentic olive mill to witness the process of transforming olives into exquisite extra virgin olive oil. From pressing to bottling, observe the craftsmanship behind the production of this liquid gold. Enjoy a tasting of freshly pressed olive oil, capturing the essence of Cretan flavors.

The experience culminates with a traditional village-style lunch made with pure local ingredients, allowing you to savor authentic Cretan cuisine in a warm, welcoming setting. This tour offers a genuine glimpse into Cretan culture, combining tradition, taste, and community spirit for a truly memorable adventure.

What’s included?

English speaking, local driver/escort
Transport by air-conditioned minivan/minibus
Olive -harvest (observe or partake)
Olive oil and food tasting during the making process
Traditional Cretan lunch
Gratuities
Additional food and drinks
Personal expenses

Things to know

Before you book

This tour starts from Chania
We pick you up from your hotel's lobby
Pick up from other regions of Crete will have extra costs

Before you go

Children must always be accompanied by an adult
Wheelchair accessible
Alcohol tasting is not allowed for children under 18 years old

Cancellation Policy

Up to 7 days before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 7 days before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Redemption information

Pick up - drop off is only for Chania region, Not Rethimnon, Heraklion and Lasithi. If someone stays in the other regions of Crete and wants to participate in this tour has to drive with his own car or bus to meet us in Chania city center and start the tour or we arrange the transportation to Chania at an extra cost.

Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption

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