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Private Tour, Knossos Palace, Olive Oil, Pottery, Winery, Lunch

2 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 2 reviews collected by City Sky Diving and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Heraklion, Greece
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6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

A Certified Guide for Knossos Palace is NOT INCLUDED

What sets this tour apart is its **soul**—not just the stops, but the *why* behind them. In just one carefully crafted day, you get a full bite of Crete: its sacred flavors, its living crafts, its wine-soaked hospitality, and its ancient myths. We don’t rush. We don’t overpack. We do it the old Cretan way—slow, generous, and real.

You’ll taste olive oil from groves where the trees are older than some civilizations. You’ll meet a potter whose hands remember secrets passed down for generations. You’ll drink wines born from volcanic soil and eat a village lunch the way locals do on a Sunday. And finally, you’ll walk in the footsteps of kings and legends at Knossos.

No staged folklore, no touristy fluff—just the Crete we love, shared with you the way it was always meant to be: with heart, time, and good company.

What's Included

  • Friendly local escort throughout
  • Transport with pick-up/drop-off at Heraklion Port
  • Tours and tastings at olive grove, pottery workshop, and winery
  • Knossos Palace Admission (20 Euros / Person)
  • Licensed guide for Knossos (optional, upon request)
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The Palace of Knossos

Start the day walking through the remnants of Europe’s oldest civilization. The Palace of Knossos brings myth and reality face to face. Entrance ticket (€20) and certified guide not included—but we can easily pre-book the guide for you.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Pathos olive oil tasting

Olive Grove Farm Tour & Tasting Start your day in an olive grove surrounded by the quiet wisdom of ancient trees. Discover how Cretan olive oil is produced, taste fresh bread dipped in golden oil, and enjoy a mini snack infused with herbs and simplicity. A nourishing and peaceful start to your day.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Kaparounakis, G. & I., O.E.

Next stop: earth and fire. Get inspired at this traditional pottery workshop where the Kaparounakis family has shaped clay for generations. Watch the wheel in action and, if you're feeling bold, try your hand at the craft. It's humbling—in the best way.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Titakis Wines - Fabrika Wine Experience

Into the vineyard! Meet the makers, explore the cellars, and enjoy a relaxed tasting of five local wines, each paired with small bites. Dry, fruity, bold—each glass tells a different Cretan story.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Archanes

In a charming stone-built village that feels like time stopped, enjoy a full-course Cretan lunch under the shade of vines. Local wine flows, raki follows, and you'll understand why "slow food" started here.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour, Knossos Palace, Olive Oil, Pottery, Winery, Lunch?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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What's Included

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  • Friendly local escort throughout
  • Transport with pick-up/drop-off at Heraklion Port
  • Tours and tastings at olive grove, pottery workshop, and winery
  • Full lunch in Archanes with drinks
  • Knossos Palace Admission (20 Euros / Person)
  • Licensed guide for Knossos (optional, upon request)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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