Knossos and Cretan Flavors Tour with Winery and Village Lunch

Crete, Greece
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Duration8h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

What makes this experience unique is its perfect combination of history, culture, gastronomy, and authentic local traditions in one unforgettable day. Unlike standard Knossos tours, this experience goes beyond the archaeological site by taking you into the heart of Crete's wine and olive oil heritage. Guests will enjoy an exclusive winery tour and wine tasting at Scalarea Winery, discover the olive oil production process with a guided tasting at Polatakis Olive Mill, and savor authentic Cretan cuisine in a traditional taverna in the charming village of Peza, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. This carefully designed experience offers a genuine connection with the people, flavors, and traditions of Crete, creating memories that go far beyond a typical sightseeing tour.

Options

3 persons

Private tour
Knossos palace winery : Olive oil experience
Traditional villages
Private
Duration: 8 hours
Not including
Knossos Winery oliveoil taste
Sedan
3 persons

6 persons

Tour
Duration: 8 hours
Not including
Van
6 persons

5 persons

Tour
Duration: 8 hours
Not including
Knossos Winery oliveoil taste
Van
5 persons

4 persons

Day tour
Knossos palace winery oliveoil
Private tour
Duration: 8 hours
Not including
Knossos palace : Winery & tour
Olive oil experience
Traditional villages

Van
4 persons

2 persons

Tour : Knossos, winery, lunch, olive oil taste
Duration: 8 hours
Not including
Sedan 2 persons

What's included

  • Entrance fee to knossos 20€ per person
  • Olive Oil tour and taste is free
  • Luxury Aircoditioned Vehicle
  • Professional English Spoken Driver
  • Entrance fee 15€ for wine tour and taste 5 wines per person
  • Water in the car
  • Transfer from and to Meeting point in Heraklion port
  • Extra hours after expire 8 hours tour
  • Guide in Knossos. There are at the entrance if you like to have with you with extra payment to them
  • Cost for Lunch in Peza village. You order everything you like and pay!

What to expect

  1. The Palace of Knossos
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Step back in time and explore the legendary Palace of Knossos, the heart of the ancient Minoan civilization. Travelers will walk. through the fascinating archaeological site, admire its remarkable architecture and colorful frescoes, and discover the myths of King Minos and the Minotaur. This experience offers a unique journey into Crete's rich history and one of Europe's oldest civilizations.
    Entrance fee 20€ per person including.
  2. Scalarea Estate
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Discover the authentic flavors of Crete with a guided tour of Scalarea Winery. Guests will explore the vineyard and winery, learn about the traditional and modern winemaking process, enjoy a guided wine tasting of selected local wines, and experience the unique aromas and hospitality of Cretan wine culture.
    Cost for wine tour and taste 5 wines 25 euros per person including
  3. Peza
    1h 30m
    Enjoy a relaxing lunch in one of the traditional tavernas of Peza or the surrounding villages, surrounded by vineyards and centuries-old olive groves. Savor authentic Cretan cuisine prepared with fresh local ingredients while experiencing the warm hospitality and beautiful countryside that make this region so special.
    You order and pay alacarte
  4. 1h 30m
    Visit the Polatakis Olive Mill and discover the journey of Cretan olive oil, from the olive harvest to the production process. Learn how extra virgin olive oil is made using traditional and modern methods, then enjoy a guided tasting of premium extra virgin olive oil while discovering its unique flavors and aromas.
    Free tour and free taste

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our meeting is in Heraklion central entrance. There is one round about. Driver will wait for you with a sign Versatours
If you need more informations or to send location contact us in WhatsApp

End point

Our meeting is in Heraklion central entrance. There is one round about. Driver will wait for you with a sign Versatours
If you need more informations or to send location contact us in WhatsApp

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • 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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€520.00 per group
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