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Knossos, Olive Oil Mill, Lyrarakis, Special for Cruise Passengers
$200.49
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The half-day journey through Crete’s heritage and flavors begins at the iconic Knossos Palace. This tour immerses you in the ancient Minoan civilization, showcasing its rich history and vibrant culture.
- 🏛️ Visit the **Knossos Palace**, the largest Bronze Age archaeological site in Crete, and walk through ancient corridors and grand halls filled with history.
- 🌳 Explore a traditional **olive grove farm**, where you’ll stroll among age-old olive trees and learn about the art of olive oil production from local experts.
- 🫒 Enjoy a tasting of fresh, cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil, experiencing the rich flavors and quality straight from the source.
- 🍷 Conclude your day at a **local winery**, known for its indigenous grape varieties and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.
- 🏞️ Participate in a guided tour of the **Lyrarakis Winery**, where you’ll learn about ancient Cretan grape varieties like Dafni and Plyto.
- 🥂 Savor a relaxed wine tasting session, featuring unique local wines paired with Cretan snacks such as rusks and olives.
- 🚐 Enjoy the convenience of personal pick-up and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle, making your journey comfortable and hassle-free.
- 💧 Stay refreshed with a complimentary bottle of mineral water included in your tour.
- 🗣️ Benefit from a local guide with excellent communication skills, ensuring a rich and informative experience throughout the tour.
- ⚠️ Note that lunch is not included, allowing for flexibility in your afternoon plans after the tour.
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Heraklion Rate
Pick-up Areas:: Amoudara, Heraklion, Karteros, Kokkini, Gouves, Analipsi, Anissaras, Hersonissos, Stalis, Malia
Tours & Tastings: Olive Mill Tour with olive oil tasting
Winery Tour with Wine Tasting
Private Tour
Duration: 6 hours
Meals NOT Included
Premium Minivan
Pickup included
Pick-up Areas:: Amoudara, Heraklion, Karteros, Kokkini, Gouves, Analipsi, Anissaras, Hersonissos, Stalis, Malia
Tours & Tastings: Olive Mill Tour with olive oil tasting
Winery Tour with Wine Tasting
Private Tour
Duration: 6 hours
Meals NOT Included
Premium Minivan
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- Winery Visit with Tour
- Olive Grove Farm Visit with olive oil Tasting
- Personal pick-up & drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Complementary Bottle of Mineral Water
- Local Guide with excellent Communication Skills
- Lunch is not included in this tour’s price
- Wine Tasting is not included (Lyrarakis Winery is open from April to October).
- Tour Guide at Knossos Palace. There are Tour Guides upon extra charge at the entrance of the Site
- Knossos Palace Admission Fees (Full: €20, Reduced: €8 from November 1st to March 31st)
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Knossos Archaeological SiteKnossos is the main Bronze Age archaeological site at Heraklion, a modern port city on the north-central coast of Crete. The site was excavated and the palace complex found there was partially restored under the direction of Arthur Evans in the earliest years of the 20th century. The palace complex is the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete. It was undoubtedly the ceremonial and political center of the Minoan civilization and culture. In order to purchase tickets online for the archeological site of Knossos visit the official e-ticketing service of the Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports at www.etickets.tap.gr
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At **Politakis Olive Mill**, tradition meets modern craftsmanship in the heart of Crete’s fertile valleys. This family-run estate has been producing extra virgin olive oil for generations, using a careful blend of time-honored methods and advanced cold-press technology. Visitors are welcomed like old friends and guided through the entire process—from the ancient olive groves to the gleaming extraction line—learning how the fruit of the Cretan soil is transformed into liquid gold. The **olive oil tour and tasting** is an immersive sensory journey: guests sample a variety of fresh oils, learn how to recognize quality through aroma and flavor, and discover the subtle differences between early and late harvests. The experience concludes with a light tasting of local delicacies drizzled with the estate’s award-winning oils—proof that simplicity, when born of care and tradition, can be pure perfection.
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Lyrarakis WineryNestled in the scenic village of Alagni, Lyrarakis Winery is a family-owned estate known for reviving rare, ancient Cretan grape varieties like Dafni, Plyto, and Melissaki. Since 1966, they have been crafting wines that honor tradition while embracing innovation. Visitors can explore the vineyards, tour the cellar, and enjoy guided wine tastings featuring unique local wines, often paired with Cretan snacks like rusks, olives, and extra virgin olive oil. The winery offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, making it a serene spot to savor the true taste of Crete. A perfect place to relax with great views.
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Knossos, Olive Oil Mill, Lyrarakis, Special for Cruise Passengers
$200.49
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!