PRIVATE TOUR-Knossos Palace Winery-Olive Oil Factory-Old Villages | 8 hours 30 minutes

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PRIVATE TOUR-Knossos -Wine Tasting-Olive Oil Factory-Old Villages
2 Adults x $639.81
$1,279.62
Approx Total
$1,279.62
Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Olive oil and Honey + Raki tasting.
  • Private Transportation with an comfortable air conditioned vehicle
  • Knowledgeable English speaking local guide .
  • Liability insurance.
  • Bottled water, coffee, tea
  • Lunch
  • Wine tasting, 18 euros , 5 local wines ( OPTIONAL)
  • Knossos Palace entrance fee 15 euros per person -OPTIONAL

Overview

Embark on this full day Private tour to explore the real side of Crete , Walk through the old traditional villages, visit a winery to taste some of the best local wines , ( OPTIONAL) visit and learn about the Old Wind Mills and Explore Lasithi Plateau , Visit an Olive Oil factory where we learn all about olive oil production and we get to taste different kind of olive oil . Enjoy the ride with our comfortable air conditioned vehicles while learning about local traditions, history and myths. Stop at a family restaurant up on the mountain to taste a few local dishes ( OPTIONAL) Dive into the Minoan civilization while Exploring Knossos Palace . Experience the Greek Myth with us and create memories that will last for ever.

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Pickup details

We can pick you up from your hotel , Heraklion port , Agios Nikolaous port , Rethimno area , Elounda another location that we have arranged before. ... Read more â–¼

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Meeting points

We can pick you up from Heraklion cruise port or your hotel in Heraklion area , Rethimno , Agios Nikolaous or Elounda .

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Omalia Olive Press

    Visit an olive oil factory to taste different kind of olive oil , learn about olive oil and see how olive oil is made .

    30 minutes

  • Platanus Tree

    Visit Krasi Village where the oldest Plane tree in Crete is located .

    20 minutes

  • Mochos

    We walk through the old narrow streets of the village to take a taste of the way of life of the locals, explore the old churches and then enjoy a traditional Cretan lunch at a family restaurant.

    1 hour

  • N/A

    We visit the old wind mills that used to pump water up to water the crops.

    30 minutes

  • Kera Kardiotissa Monastery (Pass By)

    We pass by this beautiful Monastery on our way to Lasithii Plateau , if you would like to stop there for a visit it’s no problem.

  • Aposelemis canyon

    We stop to enjoy the amazing views from up the mountain , have something to drink and of course take some beautiful photos.

    10 minutes

  • N/A

    We visit one of the best wineries in Crete where we learn all about local grapes and wines and of course tasting a few local wines is a must.

    1 hour

  • Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau

    We visit the old wind mills that were used in the past for grinding and enjoying the amazing views from up there .

    20 minutes

  • Malia (Pass By)

    We drive through Malia town and Malia beach,

  • Heraklion

    If you are on a cruise ship then we can pick you up and drop you off at the port . After the tour we drive around Heraklion city first then we will visit the Lion Square, Venetian castle, Cathedral of Saint Titus so you can get a taste of our home town.

    40 minutes

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Pas by without stopping but could be also a potential pick up location for your group.

  • Knossos Archaeological Site

    You will visit and explore Knossos Palace, dive into the Minoan civilization and try to find the MINOTAUR……

    1 hour

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Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

June 18100% refund
June 19No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Published on Dec, 2024

A very special tour with Edmond! Our group of six wanted an off-the beaten path tour, with a final stop at Knosso Palace. Ed did not disappoint! We had a wonderful time and we felt we saw a part of Crete that most people don't get to experience. Thank you for a memorable day in Crete.

Best tour of our trip, great way to see Crete!

Published on Nov, 2024

We just returned from a wonderful Viking Ocean Adriatic/Agean cruise. Our favorite excursion was in Crete, where we had a fantastic private guide, Edmond Hoxhara, for the 6 of us. We had a van to ourselves. He arranged a archeologist guide for Knossos, and got us there a good bit before the ship's tours arrived allowing us to have the site almost completely to ourselves. After that he took us around the countryside, saw the windmills used to mill grain historically, explored farms and fields, local produce and honey, excellent olive oil, local wines, and the local iced coffee. We stopped at a small grocery store to pick up "real" Greek yogurt and cheeses. It was easily apparent he knew the locals, and their dogs, giving us a real feel for local life. While it doesn't sound all that exciting, it was the total combination of all the small ways he made the day wonderful for our group. He was a hoot, and obviously cared deeply for his island. He's full of good jokes but also was generally an easy conversationalist and good to talk with. I would highly recommend him as a guide for anyone looking to explore Crete.

Don’t Miss This!!!

Published on Oct, 2024

Don’t miss this!!!! After getting recommendations from our hotel we did our own research. We were fortunate to have struck gold with Stavros tour and from beginning to end he kept us entertained. He is a master storyteller and weaver of dreams from ancient times. He was kind, honest very entertaining and could not have been more accommodating. We picked fresh strawberries with wine in hand, ate walnuts straight from the tree and we got to see real Crete. Book direct with Stavros you won’t be sorry you did!!!

Custom Crete Private Tour

Published on Sep, 2024

I can't recommend this tour highly enough! Our guide, Mike, was absolutely amazing—so knowledgeable, friendly, and dedicated to making our experience unforgettable. He went above and beyond, answering every question and taking the time to ensure we were all engaged and never felt rushed. Ed, the owner of the company, was also fantastic. His responsiveness and excellent communication made us feel like family. If you’re considering a tour in Crete, look no further. We were a lively group of 12 New Yorkers, and Mike managed us perfectly. His professionalism and warmth made our first experience in Crete truly special. We’ll definitely be booking with them again on our next visit!

Wonderful tours in Crete!

Published on Aug, 2024

ExploreRealCrete is the real deal. Ed (owner) and his group of other tour guides are fantastic. Ed was incredibly responsive and helpful arranging a private tour from our doorstep in Heraklion to Chania, Rethynmo and other sites along the way. Our guide Dimitris was wonderful, knowledgeable and friendly. Late at night after the tour, we reached out again to Ed to arrange another private tour (Zeus’ cave, an olive oil factory, and other sites) for the next day ahead of our travel back home. Ed came through and our guide, Michalis, was nothing short of amazing. Michalis kept us entertained with wonderful stories of Greek history and mythology. In short, I would not look at any other tour company when in Crete! Thank you Ed, Dimitris and Michalis!

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