Set out on a breathtaking journey through the mountains of Northwest Chania, where the region’s natural beauty, rich traditions, and culinary excellence come together.
Begin your adventure with a visit to a family-run winery and olive mill that showcases the perfect blend of tradition and innovation. Learn about the modern machinery, witness a fully automated bottling line, and tour the standardization facility. Explore the state-of-the-art warehouse, featuring stainless steel tanks that highlight the meticulous craft behind every bottle of olive oil and wine.
Experience the awe-inspiring monumental olive tree, a natural wonder that has stood the test of time. Located in the Chania region, this ancient tree is a symbol of resilience and history. There you’ll uncover the deep-rooted heritage of olive cultivation and the vital role it plays in Crete’s culture.
The adventure continues with a focus on wine. Indulge in tastings featuring diverse expressions of Cretan and international varieties, expertly paired with delectable local dishes. A visit to a local family winery, set amidst olive trees and citrus fruits, offers a glimpse into the harvesting process and traditional wine-making methods. Wine specialists will guide you through the vineyards, sharing insights into farming and wine production. Following the tour, savor tastings of various local varieties, each offering a unique flavor profile.
Immerse yourself in the world of winemakers with specialized knowledge, blending traditional methods with modern innovations. A traditional Cretan light lunch in the winery, thoughtfully paired with wines, is sure to captivate your senses and deepen your connection with this extraordinary place.
This unforgettable journey blends history, nature, and gastronomy, creating a deep connection to the land and its people. From marveling at an ancient olive tree to savoring award-winning wines, every moment of this tour promises to leave you with cherished memories.
Beautiful. It is a very good experience to taste some native flavors, as well as to know villages near the most beautiful city of Crete. The guide had a lot of knowledge of what was seen on the tour. Luis02/01/2025 Worth It! This was an authentic and unforgettable Cretan experience. Visiting in November, we had the advantage of a small group, which made it even more special. Step by step, we learned to prepare a variety of traditional recipes in a warm, familial, and comfortable setting. The guide, hosts, and cook were exceptional, making the entire experience truly worthwhile. Highly recommend! Jonahira C28/11/2024 An unforgettable experience This was a tour that had very personal significance for me. It certainly gave me a lasting impression and great respect for both the people of Crete and the soldiers involved in this time of war. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and handled the day with commendable sensitivity combined with warmth and humour. Pioneer58908020/11/2024 Ask for Thanisis as your guide! Thanisis is an excellent, informative guide. We made several stops at unplanned locations so he can educate us about the terrain, the natural plants, life and foods, and we even got to see some men harvesting olives, which was not planned. All of the food we tasted was excellent, come hungry. It ends with a spectacular lunch that’s a real spread, with wine. This was a highlight of my trip to Chania. Lisa B19/11/2024 Family style meal prep and lunch. Family style meal prep and lunch. Vegetable and herb prep, along with pastry prep. Definitely recommend and will do again. Best excursion on our cruise by far. Wayne S01/11/2024 Best excursion! Wonderful experience. My favorite excursion of our entire cruise! We made delicious food and enjoyed eating it all! The hosts were so lovely and welcoming. Tonya S01/11/2024 Tradition Crete cooking Wonderful & tasty cooking experience. They grow most of the produce & show us how to make traditional, yet simple Crete dishes. The wine tasting was lovely and we even feed the sheep! The setting is in the foothills of the mountains with lovely views of the olive orchards & sea below. A G22/10/2024 Brilliant trip with welcoming hosts and delicious food We had a brilliant day trip. Alex, our guide, picked us up promptly and the drive was comfortable. Alex was very knowledgable and friendly. Our hosts, George and Diamond, were also wonderful. We didn’t just cook and eat delicious food, we tried different wines, fed some sheep, learnt about olive oil production and local history. Everyone was extremely welcoming and accommodating, I would highly recommend this trip. Louisa Q21/10/2024 A cooking and wine experience. The whole experience was wonderful. From the cooking and wine tastiing to the history and feeding mulberry leaves to the sheep. Alex, our guide was knowledgeable and accommodating. The hosts were charming. And the food was amazing. Beautiful setting and lovely views. Well worth the time and cost. Julie S19/10/2024 Seven villages of Chania Our guide, Yannis, was very informative. We had a wonderful discussions, walk through seven villages, taste and history of Chania (Crete). Highly recommend this tour. Pradeep T19/10/2024
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