Private Tour
Heraklion SUV Private Guided Wine Tour with Lunch
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience traditional Greek vineyards alongside a certified sommelier on this private excursion by SUV. Venture into the countryside and learn about the winemaking traditions of Crete, including a visit to a 500-year-old wine press. Your tour includes a wine tasting of 12 premium wines paired with local snacks and culminates with a delicious 3-course Cretan meal in the middle of the vineyards.
Private tour with full access to the vineyard.
All food and drink is included
Taste several different local wines
Fully guided — see hidden gems and get local knowledge.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Visitors from Elounda and Rethymnon are kindly requested to book the morning tour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Guided tour in Wineries, Vineyards, Cellars and Medieval Wine press
Taste 12 Selected Wines From Crete's exquisite grape varieties
Visit 2 Αward-Winning Family Wineries and learn about the wine making art.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Local cheese and other Cretan delicacies during wine tastings
Lunch Time. 3 course traditional cuisine food and wine pairing meal
All Gratuities
Transfers from/to Bali, Panormos, Sissi, Neapoli, Matala additional charge 50 euro
Transfers from/to Chersonisos, Malia, Agia Pelagia, Mononaftis additional charge 20 euro per booking
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Peza
See the diverse landscape of the inland, the olive trees, small traditional villages and the vineyards of Peza, Crete largest Wine County.
Domaine Paterianakis
Guided tour to the facilities and the underground cellar of the Winery. Tasting of 5 wines paired with cheese and other local delicacies under the guidance of our Sommelier.
Options
Heraklion SUV Private Guided Wine Tour with Lunch
Pickup included
From Elounda or Rethymnon
From Elounda or Rethymnon
SUV or mini Van
Pickup included
Reviews
165 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great day!
Colleen A,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My husband and had a wonderful day driving the countryside to two wonderful wineries. Areti was a knowledgeable and friendly guide. Having worked at a winery for 5 years, she did a great job of choosing and describing wines. The wine pairing lunch at the second winery was delicious and ample!
Truly a wonderful day
Wildernestlane,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spent an incredible day with Areti. We visited two excellent wineries and toured the wine region. The wine, the food and the tour were perfect in every way. We especially enjoyed spending time with Areti. She is knowledgeable and excited about wine as well as the Cretan wine culture and shares that excitement with you.
Best Way to Enjoy Crete
Aalya N,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had SUCH an amazing experience with Areti - this wine tour was definitely a highlight of our trip to Greece. We had a lovely afternoon sampling local organic wines from two different Cretan wineries; all of the wine was excellent and Areti really helped bring out the flavors and explained how best to enjoy them. We got to walk around the wineries, explore the vineyards and basements, and enjoyed the lovely views of the Cretan farmlands. Areti herself is such a pro. So welcoming, so knowledable, and absolutely charming. We were encouraged to try several things, and it felt like she really selected wines that both catered to our palettes and allowed for some further adventure. The food we were served was absolutely delicious, we even stopped by a local village to grab some cheese because we enjoyed it so much. Looking forward to touring with her again in our next visit to Crete!
Overall experience was...
SUNG W,
Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Overall experience was amazing! Areti was a great guide, not only with the wines and their distinct history, but she was also knowledgeable in local history and culture. We could not ask for a better experience!
A wonderful Wine Tour Experience in Crete
A5299ZIrichards,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to you and Kostas for an unforgettable wine tour experience in Crete. Kostas’s deep knowledge of the island and its rich history was truly impressive, and the way he shared it made our day both educational and enjoyable. He went above and beyond to show us fascinating historical sites, and when we expressed interest in local Greek Orthodox churches, he thoughtfully ensured we could experience this beautiful part of his culture firsthand. We wholeheartedly recommend Kostas and Oinos Experience to anyone visiting Crete. Your hospitality, expertise, and passion for sharing the island’s heritage made our visit truly memorable. Σας ευχαριστώ, Richard
Beautiful, informative and enjoyable winery tour!
Debra P,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Areti was a very knowledgeable and fun teacher and guide! We drove into the mountains of Crete and spent the day at 2 wineries where ample food and wine was provided. Crete has indigenous grapes and the wineries visited are focused on organic and biodynamic grape growing and wine production. Toured a winery at one and a vineyard at the other. We also stopped to see an ancient wine press. I will be exploring more Greek wines when I return home. I highly recommend this tour.
This was definitely NOT an SUV!
Kathleen C,
Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00We had a wonderful day visiting 2 wineries and an ancient wine press with our very knowledgeable guide. The wines were very good and food exceeded our expectations- absolutely amazing! The scenery was stunning and we enjoyed the tours at both wineries. Our only complaint was that this was sold to us as a private SUV tour however it was a small car. My husband and 2 adult daughters are very tall so it was a very uncomfortable car ride. I think the tour operator should clarify this before accepting the booking request.
Incredible experience with Areti
T9888RVmegang,
Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.0010/10. Areti is extremely knowledgeable, pleasant and kind - she helped us learn so much not only about Cretan wines, but also the island itself. She also helped me navigate asking for a meal safe for celiac disease at lunch- lucky me as the food was amazing. The wineries were gorgeous (photos don’t do it justice) and she personalized the pairings based on our preferences. Highly recommend booking
Absolutely fantastic!...
Devon M,
Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC! Areti was such a fun tour guide and incredibly knowledgeable about Greek wines. She took us to beautiful wineries with insanely gorgeous views, delicious wines, and perfectly paired local cuisine. She showed us local fresh fruits and herbs, and went out of her way to make sure our tour was incredible. As a wine-loving couple from Chicago, we would take this tour again and again. 10/10, an absolute must do! I never write reviews but this was one of the best parts of our entire trip all through Greece!!
A Dedicated Tour Guide
VioletM,
Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00It is a long day. Be prepared. However, the tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and smart, she went out of her way to create a memorable experience, whether it was picking fresh figs for us, or visiting a local bakery on our way back to by fresh baklava. She opened my eyes to understanding how wines complement foods. She was light hearted and humorous.
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