Discover Cretan culinary secrets: taste olive oil, wine, cheese, and honey. Visit local bakeries, olive groves, and award-winning cheese factories.
Discover Cretan culinary secrets: taste olive oil, wine, cheese, and honey. Visit local bakeries, olive groves, and award-winning cheese factories.
- The Monumental Olive Tree of Vouves - Located in the village of Ano Vouves, this ancient olive tree is recognized as the oldest recorded in the world and is celebrated as a natural monument. While scientists cannot be entirely certain, its age is estimated to be between 3,000 and 5,000 years, and it continues to thrive and bear fruit today….
- The Monumental Olive Tree of Vouves - Located in the village of Ano Vouves, this ancient olive tree is recognized as the oldest recorded in the world and is celebrated as a natural monument. While scientists cannot be entirely certain, its age is estimated to be between 3,000 and 5,000 years, and it continues to thrive and bear fruit today. Originally a wild olive tree, it was later cultivated by humans using the Tsounati variety. Its trunk, shaped by time like a sculpture, measures 12.5 meters in circumference and 4.6 meters in diameter.
- Kissamos - Experience the opportunity to visit a cheese factory up close and sample the most delectable graviera cheese, crafted with local ingredients from the Cretan landscape.
Additionally, explore a traditional bakery that daily produces local treats such as Cretan rusks, the traditional Cretan koulouri, and more.
- “Idiosmos” Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Honey Tour & Taste - Tour a traditional olive mill, visit the olive barns of the Papatzanakis Family, and observe the olive trees and the factory where olive oil is extracted using the latest methods (cold extraction).
Furthermore, take a closer look at the honeycombs and discover how traditional honey is produced.
At the conclusion of the tour, enjoy tasting 8 varieties of honey and the finest extra virgin olive oil, accompanied by local delicacies such as graviera cheese, baby tomatoes, Cretan rusk, olives, and more.
- Pnevmatikakis Winery - This remarkable winery produces a range of local wines and has received numerous awards at international competitions. During this tour, you will have the opportunity to explore the wine barns, tour the vineyard, and visit the wine cellar to learn about the wine-making process.
At the end of the tour, you will have the chance to taste approximately 8 varieties of award-winning wine from the Cretan region, proudly produced by the Pnevmatikakis family.

- Pick-up/Drop-Off
- Air-Conditioned Luxury Bus
- Guiding
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages
- Full Liability Insurance
- Pick-up/Drop-Off
- Air-Conditioned Luxury Bus
- Guiding
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages
- Full Liability Insurance
- Personal expenses, extra beverages or meals
- Personal expenses, extra beverages or meals
Join an unforgettable day tour that delves into the essence of Cretan culture through its renowned culinary heritage. Ideal for food enthusiasts, culture aficionados, and inquisitive travelers.
Tour Highlights:
- A Step Back in Time: Be amazed by the ancient Olive Tree of Vouves, the oldest known olive tree globally, estimated to be between…
Join an unforgettable day tour that delves into the essence of Cretan culture through its renowned culinary heritage. Ideal for food enthusiasts, culture aficionados, and inquisitive travelers.
Tour Highlights:
- A Step Back in Time: Be amazed by the ancient Olive Tree of Vouves, the oldest known olive tree globally, estimated to be between 3,000 and 5,000 years old.
- Local Bakery Visit: Experience the craft of traditional Cretan baking firsthand. Observe the making of rusks, breads, and other savory delights, and enjoy their delectable flavors.
- Olive Grove & Honey Experience: Wander among ancient olive trees and uncover the intriguing story behind Crete’s treasured olives and golden honey.
- Cheese Factory: Enter a prestigious, award-winning cheese factory. If cheese production is in progress, watch the process unfold.
- Family-Owned Winery Tour: Visit the Pnevmatikakis Winery, where you’ll learn the secrets of Cretan winemaking and sample a selection of esteemed local wines!
- Total Duration Includes Travel Time
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.