Olive Oil Tasting, Winery Visit & Cretan Lunch, Heraklion

This flavorful day trip takes you into the scenic landscapes of Peza, one of the most famous wine regions in Crete. After a pickup at your hotel, your first stop of the day is at a family-run olive oil mill, Koronekes, where you'll learn about the process of making extra virgin olive oil. You'll have the chance to tour the facilities and witness the fascinating process of how the olives are skillfully transformed into oil. Your experienced guide will then take you through the art of olive oil tasting, where you'll sample different varieties of olive oil and local products.

Afterward, you'll head to Digenakis Winery, where a warm welcome from the winemakers awaits. Follow your hosts through the vineyards, cellars, and bottling facilities as you learn about the winemaking process, and hear about the island's indigenous grape varieties and unique terroir as you taste five of their best wines paired with light meze snacks.

Finally, you'll wrap things up in the charming village of Archanes, sitting down to a light lunch at a local restaurant. Savor classic meze dishes made from fresh and locally sourced produce, including salads, cheeses, and meats, accompanied by more Cretan wines. Linger over some traditional sweets and sip some dessert wines, then say your goodbyes and join your driver for the transfer back to your hotel.