Authentic Olive Oil and Cultural Experience in Crete
Overview
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A unique private experience combining the Liquid Cretan Treasure, Extra Virgin Olive Oil with our culture, civilization, health benefits, a beautiful day at the Cretan nature, a visit to an Olive oil mill, an Olive Oil Tasting and a Cooking experience including all of the above.
We spend time at the Olive Grove, we learn about nurturing the trees, the traditions and the culture of the local people while we relax having some raki accompanied by the olives produced by the trees, under their shade.
After that we visit the Olive Mill to find out by the man in responsible of the critical points in order to produce one of the best Olive Oils in the world.
We then have a 20 minute walk through various Groves and gardens of local groceries in order to reach a family run taverna where we will learn how we taste and use olive oil and the local ingredients.
We will enjoy our fully Cretan lunch and drinks, have a conversation and answer any questions left. Products will be available to buy.
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
Travel time is included on the total tour duration.
What To Expect
Kritsa
We visit Olive Groves, the Cooperative of Kritsa and finally a family run local taverna, Paradeisos, where we have our Olive oil Tasting, Cooking lesson and lunch
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Authentic Olive Oil and Cultural Experience in Crete
Pickup included
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch and all drinks are included
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
38 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best day out in Crete
Gill M,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our 3rd time in Crete but this was by far our favourite and best day out. We were looked after superbly by Nikos, he was full of interesting information and went out of his way to make our day so much fun. We really enjoyed following the olive from grove to factory to bottle and finally to food. The meal we helped Katrina to cook was so simple but absolutely delicious. Exceptional tour, would highly recommend
Deep insight and a grand tour.
christiansB9443CY,May 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nikos is not just any tour guide. He is a tour guide with extensive knowledge about olives and the production of olive oil. We did not learn anything familiar and were allowed to cook together at the end and understand the differences in oils during the tasting. Thank you for the eventful day! Best regards, Christian
Learning about olive oil and great Cretan hospitality
Hotflush,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great experience on the olive trail today. Everything was done at a slow pace giving us a chance to soak up the atmosphere, first of the olive trees then of the local factory and then the lovely food preparation and eating. Nikos is the perfect host and is passionate about olive oil. I learned so much. Definitely recommend this special trip made all the more special for me when the group learned that it was my birthday.
Olive oil excursion of dreams!
hraph,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The highlight of our trip!!! We had such a nice day with Nikos walking through the olive trees and learning about the full process. We got a full tour of the factory as well and got to see firsthand how much effort is put into creating olive oil. We then went to this beautiful area where we made Cretan specialities and ate it in the garden which was so peaceful and delicious. We got to do an olive oil tasting and learned how to truly do it correctly and what to look for when purchasing olive oil. It was such an informative day, we had the best time, and Nikos is the best guide! Even Nat Geo gives this tour the stamp of approval. Don’t hesitate and book!
Olive oil review
corneliasZ830UG,Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We learned a lot about olive oil. I can't believe Yanni thinks like an olive. Be sure to join this tour eat well , experience a lot and a great team Frank and Conny
From the grove to the table
Cinnamonsq-manager,Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was one of the absolute highlights of our trip to the Elounda coast in July. We booked the Olive Trail through our TUI operator and really enjoyed it. From learning the full journey of olive oil — right through to visiting the processing unit — to strolling through the beautiful groves, it was both fascinating and relaxing. Lunch was a real highlight: we helped prepare it ourselves, then enjoyed a delicious feast paired with an olive oil tasting where we learned how to spot exceptional olive oil. Our host, Nikos, was welcoming, knowledgeable, and full of passion, which made the whole experience unforgettable.
Educational, intimate, immersive and delicious!
angelabK4498EN,Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an exceptionally intimate, immersive, cultural experience that exceeded expectations and capped our trip to Crete. Nikos happened to be at our hotel the night we arrived offering samples of his family’s products. He wasn’t pushy or sales/y but very informative. He offered to personally pick us up and return us at the hotel the next day for the full tour and lunch experience. He did do, along with a family of 3 from another hotel. The walk and education the olive grove was so informative, then Ed toured the production facility, and then the real highlight - an afternoon of Raki and olive oil at his family’s country cottage while we made delicious dishes from his family’s vegetable garden, learning and laughing. Highly recommend to understand this important cultural tradition.
A Gem in Ctete
Diana E,Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Expert knowledge- superb service- truly authentic- delicious meal and kindness only Cretans can give! 🇬🇷💙🇬🇷💙🇬🇷💙 Nikos shared not only his knowledge but the love he has for Olive trees, olive oil making and a garden to table eating experience ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Authentic and unique experience among the olive groves in Crete
Joke D,Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00In the middle of the olive trees we arrive at an idyllic spot where Nikos and Katharina were waiting for us. We get a local almond drink and tasty snack. We get to make our own vegetables stew with the local olive oil and fresh vegetables from the garden. The dough for dessert was also prepared by itself. Along with tasty snacks, Raki and lots of water, we get an extensive and super interesting explanation from Nikos about olive oil and everything around it. We use olive oil daily at home, but after an olive oil tasting we look and taste it completely different with even more love for the product. We eat the delicious homemade stew of vegetables and chat after. Nikos and Katharina are incredibly friendly, warm and attentive. An absolute must for those seeking an authentic, non-touristy, cozy and educational experience in Crete. Normally there is a tour of the olive grove and a visit to the factory where the olive oil is made, but unfortunately we could not join this tour before lunch because of my partner's broken foot. Nikos olive oil, which he produces and sells himself, is of an exceptional quality and is fantastically tasty! Thank you Nikos for this incredibly nice experience 🫶
Isobel’s experience of the Olive Trail 🫒
533isobelh,Jul 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went with my family… before I arrived I was sceptical and unsure whether I would be bored … I can assure you… I was not! It was a sentimental and passionate experience and Nikos was very knowledgeable and explained the process and the Cretan culture with so much passion it made you feel you were apart of it. If you visit this area of Crete, you must go and experience it for yourself, I left with not only knowledge but a more sentimental approach to life and a very full belly, after the most delicious food! Thank you Nikos for making the tour so beautiful and interesting!
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