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Crete: Olive, Wine, Raki - Flavorful Culinary Journey

Small Group
Digital
360 minutes
English

Embark on an enchanting journey through Crete's heart, where culture and culinary heritage intertwine. Begin at an olive mill, where the scent of olives fills the air, and witness the ancient craft of olive oil extraction. Dive into Cretan cuisine's traditions, connecting with the island's gastronomic roots.

Continue to a micro-winery and raki distillery nestled in sun-kissed vineyards. Discover the alchemy of winemaking and distillation, unraveling the secrets behind Crete's indigenous varieties and beloved spirit. Enjoy a tasting of four wines and spirited raki, immersing in the island's essence.

Indulge in a feast of Cretan delicacies, each dish a symphony of local flavors. As laughter mingles with the clinking of glasses, the meal becomes a celebration of tradition, uniting Crete's culinary richness with its authentic charm.

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Elounda - Agios Nikolaos Rate

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From Amoudara and Heraklion

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Elounda - Agios Nikolaos Rate

Pick-up Areas: Elounda Area, Agios Nikolaos, Milatos, Sisi
Share Tour: Small groups of up to 6-8 people
Duration: 8 hours
Full course Meal: Traditional lunch at Archanes Village
SUV, or Minivan
Pickup included

FromNZD $157.38Per Person

What's included in Crete: Olive, Wine, Raki - Flavorful Culinary Journey

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Embark on an enchanting voyage through the heart of Crete, where the vibrant tapestry of its culture and culinary legacy unfolds before you. Begin your journey at an olive mill, where the air is redolent with the essence of olives, and witness the time-honored craft of olive oil extraction. Immerse yourself in the customs that define Cretan cuisine, as you connect with the very roots of the island's gastronomic identity. Transition to a Micro-winery and raki distillery nestled amidst sun-drenched vineyards, where the magical art of winemaking and distillation unveils the secrets behind Crete's renowned indigenous varieties and beloved spirit. Engage your senses in a delightful wine tasting featuring four distinct wines, followed by spirited raki tastings, offering an authentic glimpse into the soul of the island. Delight in a sumptuous feast of Cretan delicacies, each dish a harmonious symphony of local flavors. As the gentle breeze carries the sounds of laughter and the clinking of glasses, the meal transforms into a joyous celebration of tradition, forging a profound connection between Crete's culinary abundance and the authentic charm of Cretan Terroir.

Inclusions

  • Visiting a Raki Distillery for tour and tasting
  • Bottled water
  • Wine Tasting of 3 indigenous varieties
  • Traditional Light Lunch at a local tavern in Archanes Village
  • Visit a Winery for a tour and tastings
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Olive Farm Visit with Olive Oil Tasting
  • Tasting of 1 Raki aged in a Barrel
  • Participate in Soap Making demonstration (upon availability)
  • Visiting a Family run Soap making shop (upon availability)
  • Personal Expenses
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Small Group Tour with several stops. First stop at an Olive Grove Farm for an olive grove tour and olive oil tasting. The farm also produces Dragon Fruits and you will also taste them when it's their season Second stop at a Winery - Distillery for a tour of the vineyard and the winery facilities and participate in wine and raki tasting. The third stop will be at a local restaurant for a light lunch with lots of wine and raki Translation in Greek Language for Local Authorities: Μικρή ομαδική εκδρομή - περιήγηση με πολλές στάσεις. Πρώτη στάση στη περιοχή της Πρασσας, σε ένα αγρόκτημα για περιήγηση στον ελαιώνα και γευσιγνωσία ελαιόλαδου. Δεύτερη στάση στο χωρίο Κουνάβοι, στο Οινοποιείο - αποστακτήριο για ξεναγήσεις στους αμπελώνες και τις εγκαταστάσεις του οινοποιείου, καθώς και συμμετοχή σε γευσιγνωσία κρασιού και ρακής. Τρίτη στάση στο χωρίο Άνω Αρχάνες σε τοπικό εστιατόριο για ελαφρύ γεύμα με άφθονο κρασί και ρακί. Όνομα Οδηγού; _________________________ Αριθμός Κυκλοφορίας Αυτοκινήτου:________________________

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