Viator
From €18
Politakis Olive Mill Official Shuttle, Tour, Olive Oil Tasting
What makes this experience special is its simplicity, authenticity, and close connection to Crete’s olive oil tradition. With round-trip transportation from our central Heraklion office, you can enjoy a complete olive oil experience without worrying about driving, directions, or taxis. It is also ideal for travellers checking out in the morning. Leave your luggage at our office free of charge and turn the empty hours before your flight, ferry, or next journey into a genuine Cretan experience. Walk among the olive trees, visit the working Politakis Olive Mill, follow the journey from grove to bottle, and taste three exceptional Cretan olive oils with distinct aromas and flavours. The experience lasts about two hours, making it a relaxed and meaningful way to enjoy your final morning in Heraklion without giving up the rest of your day.
Tour information provided by Viator.
- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 8 travelers
- · Adult required for booking
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Itinerary
Select a stop or tap a pin on the map to see details. 2 of 3 stops have map coordinates.
Route is approximate — 🚗 road, 🚶 walk, 🚲 bike, or ⛵ sea between the selected stops.
- 1
Heraklion
Meeting Point – LocalTrips4U Office, Heraklion Meet our team at the LocalTrips4U office in Heraklion and check in for your morning olive oil experience. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure. Transfer to Politakis Olive Mill – 30 Minutes Travel by comfortable shuttle through the Cretan countryside to Politakis Olive Mill.
30 min - 2
Stop 2
Begin with a guided walk through the olive grove and learn about olive cultivation, harvesting, and the importance of olive trees in Cretan life. Continue inside the olive mill to discover how olives are processed and how high-quality extra virgin olive oil is produced. The experience concludes with a guided tasting of three exquisite qualities of olive oil. Learn how to recognise their aromas, flavours, texture, and distinctive characteristics.
60 minAdmission included - 3
Heraklion
Return Transfer to Heraklion – 30 Minutes After the tasting, board the shuttle for the return journey to our Heraklion office.
30 min
What's included
- Round-trip shuttle transportation from our Heraklion office
- English-speaking host at the olive mill
- Tasting of three exquisite varieties of olive oil
- Guided visit to Politakis Olive Mill
- Introduction to traditional and modern olive oil production
- Guided olive grove tour
What's not included
- Personal expenses and purchases at the olive mill
- Gratuities
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tickets
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tour options
Heraklion City Rate
Pick-up from Heraklion City : We pick up everyone from the meeting point in Heraklion City. Extra charge may apply for people outside Heraklion city limit Olive Oil Tour with Tastings Small Group Duration: 2 hours No Meals are Included MiniVan
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