The Olive Oil Journey: Grove and Mill Visit

5.0 (1 reviews) Andalucia, Spain
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers

Overview

Immerse yourself in a unique experience at a family-run olive mill in Jaén, where you will discover the magic of Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

Begin your journey through the stunning olive groves, learning about the different olive varieties, their history, and their deep connection to the region’s landscape.

The visit will take you to an old press room, where you can see how olive oil was produced in the past, using traditional presses and malaxers.

Next, you will witness the technological evolution by visiting the modern production area with centrifuges, where the process is carried out using the latest technology. The experience concludes with a tasting of three extra virgin olive oils, produced in the same olive mill, allowing you to appreciate their differences and exceptional quality.

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the authentic flavor of Jaén! Let yourself be captivated by the charm of tradition and innovation.

What's included

  • Olive Oil Tasting
  • Transportation Service to the Olive Grove

What to expect

We will begin by visiting a nearby olive grove to give an introduction to the landscape of Jaén, its olive groves, varieties, etc. Afterwards, we will return to the olive mill, where we will give a brief introduction to the different types of oil produced in an olive mill: how and why each of them is made.

We will then go inside to visit the old olive mill, where oil was produced 25 years ago, with its traditional press systems, fiber mats, and more. We will also watch an interesting projection showing the traditional production systems from the 1950s.

We will talk about conservation in the old cellar and watch a current video showing how the olives are harvested and how the fruit is handled.

Next, we will move on to the modern factory, where we will learn about today’s technology and modern systems: centrifugation, malaxers, by-products, and more.

We will finish the visit on a high note. We will enjoy a tasting of your Virgen Extra Esencial Olive oils—three types of oil, three flavors, three aromas. We will learn how to taste olive oil and how to identify its nuances.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Upon arriving at the designated location, the guide will be waiting for you at the reception desk, located inside the factory shop.

End point

Upon arriving at the designated location, the guide will be waiting for you at the reception desk, located inside the factory shop.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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