Cretan Wine Tour: Taste and Learn Local Varieties

Embark on a short and flexible gastronomy tour in Old Heraklion to discover the rich culinary heritage of Crete. Explore the main wine regions, taste local grape varieties, and learn about wine production while enjoying beautiful views and peaceful countryside.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Lyrarakis Winery - Savor Cretan wines from Lyrarakis winery while overlooking the vineyards and soaking in the serene countryside. You also have the option to purchase your favorite wine samples at a discount, enhancing your wine discovery experience (optional).
  • Scalarea Estate (Boutari Winery Crete) - Explore the primary wine regions of Crete, familiarize yourself with key local grape varieties, and learn the fundamentals of wine production. Wine tasting is included in the tour price. Please note that the winery may be substituted with another (e.g., Doloufakis) based on the date of your visit and availability. If you have a preference for specific wineries, just let us know.
  • Archánes - Enjoy traditional Greek cuisine at one of the finest taverns in the Heraklion region.
What's Included
  • Lunch: salad, appetizer, main dish + water and local wine
  • Tasting of Cretan wines at 2 wineries
  • Pick-up from your hotel or any other place within Heraklion region
  • Transfer with air-conditioned minivan
  • Information about Cretan gastronomy during the ride
What's Not Included
  • Any extra drinks and/or meals except of those, provided by the tour
  • For pick-up NOT from Heraklion region, extra charges may apply.
Additional Information

• Short and flexible, this tour is a perfect option for those who have limited time and look for alternative ways to spend it. Whether you are bored staying on the beach, or you have an early check-out and there are several free hours before departing from Crete, take this tour to make your holiday program diverse and special!
• Today Greece is one of the largest wine producers in Europe and the world. During the tour you will understand the main wine regions of Crete, get to know the key local grape varieties, learn the basics of wine production. You will taste several wines in 2 different wineries and enjoy the beautiful views of the vineyards and the peace of the countryside.
• You can also buy your favorite wine samples at a discount that promises to make the wine discovery even more pleasant and memorable (not obligatory).
• Do you have a special request?
Share your thoughts with us and Status MLB Travel Agency can offer a tailor-made tour just for you!

  • We pick up from any point within the North Heraklion region (Fodele/Agia Pelagia/Ligaria/Amudara/Heraklion/ Karteros/Amnissos/Kokkini Hani/Gournes/Gouves/Analipsi/Anissaras/Hersonissos/Stalida/Malia and other places within this area).
  • For the pick up from different location, extra-charges for the transfer apply (10 to 50 euros per person, depending on the location). After booking, we will contact you to arrange the details.
  • Please, notify us about food allergies if any
Location
Lyrarakis Winery
Alagni
Cancellation Policy

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

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Kathy_p
May 21, 2022
Authentic and highly enjoyable. - We felt so welcome and our guide’s knowledge and personality was amazing! She provided us such a wonderful overview of Cretan food and arranged authentic experiences. She was refreshing and funny and a great representative for this beautiful island. Thank you!
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