• Knossos Archaeological Site - Knossos is the principal Bronze Age archaeological site located in Heraklion, a contemporary port city on Crete’s north-central coast. The site was excavated, and the palace complex discovered there was partially restored under Arthur Evans’ guidance in the early 20th century. This palace complex is the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete and was undoubtedly the ceremonial and political hub of the Minoan civilization and culture.

To purchase tickets online for the Knossos archaeological site, visit the official e-ticketing service of the Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports at www.etickets.tap.gr

• Skalani - Exploring an olive grove farm in Crete provides a unique insight into the island’s ancient olive oil tradition. As you wander among the trees, you’ll learn about the cultivation and harvesting process, as well as the cultural significance of olive oil. Guided tours often demonstrate how modern techniques enhance traditional methods to produce premium oils.

The experience includes a tasting session, where you’ll sample various olive oils and discover their distinct flavors, ranging from fruity to peppery. Paired with fresh bread and local herbs, the tasting emphasizes the oil’s quality and richness. Many farms also feature shops where you can purchase oils and olive-based products, making it easy to bring a piece of Crete home with you.

• Stironas - Visit a Cretan distillery specializing in winemaking in oak barrels and the world-famous Raki. Learn all the steps of winemaking and Raki distillation, taste more than nine different wines directly from the oak barrels, fill your own bottle of wine, and seal it with wax. Have the winemaker sign the bottle by creating a special label for you.
• Archanes - After enjoying Cretan craft beers, head to the charming Archanes Village, renowned for its rich history and gastronomy. Delight in a full-course traditional lunch at a local tavern, featuring authentic Cretan flavors, local wine, and raki.

• Raki Distillery Visit Tour and Tasting
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Winery Visit with tour and Wine Tasting of 3 wines
• Personal pick-up & drop-off
• Olive Grove Farm Visit with Tour and Olive Oil Tastings
• Four Course Lunch at a local Tavern in Archanes Village

• Any Personal Expenses
• Knossos Palace Admission Fees (Full: €20.00) / person
• KNoosos Certified Guide is NOT Included

Crafted with nature enthusiasts and wine aficionados in mind, this tour invites you to delve into the world of locally crafted products like Wine, Olive oil, and the renowned Raki. It’s a journey of tasting local wines and discovering rustic Crete that you won’t want to miss. We’ll embark on a visit to a family-owned winery situated in the Heraklion region, tour the winery’s cellar, get insights on the wine-making process, and sample up to 5 diverse local varieties. An excursion to a family-owned olive mill is next on the list, where we’ll tour the olive grove, the mill itself, and taste the olive oil. Lastly, we’ll maneuver to a quaint village and to a secret location, usually hidden from the public eye, to delve into Raki Distillation.

To wrap up the tour, we’ll hop into our 4WD SUV and ascend to the peak at 850 meters, to watch the colors of the Cretan farmlands transforming under the spell of Mother Earth.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.