Discover Crete Wine Tasting

Overview

Arrival at Vassilakis Estate & greet your guide

Tour of the olive press with Vassilakis family member:
- Viewing of the original 1865 museum-piece hand-operated press and description of how olive oil used to be made
- Viewing of the working olive mill and description of how olive oil is made today

Cretan wine-tasting session with a qualified sommelier & appetizers (at the visitors’ building):
- Professional tasting of 5 different Cretan wines accompanied with a generous selection of local Cretan delicacies

Free time for photos and questions

Itinerary

1. Crete has produced wine since antiquity. Recognize why Cretan wines compete with the best. Our qualified sommelier will guide you through the signature Cretan vine varieties, and you will recognize why Cretan wines compete with the best. You will taste 5 superb wines. You will also enjoy renowned Cretan foods including cold cuts, cheese, traditional double-baked rusks,olives and olive spreads and seasonal fruit.

Meeting and pickup

The guide will meet you at the entrance of Vassilakis Estate.

Good to know

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 21 years old and above. Minor travelers below 21 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.