Viator
From €125
Private Olive Grove And Olive Mill Tour With Tastings
What makes this experience stand out is its honesty — no staged show, no tourist gloss. At the Olive Mill, you’re welcomed as a guest, not a visitor, walking through a working olive farm where the family still does things the old Cretan way. You’ll see every step of the process, touch the freshly milled oil, and taste it where it’s born — surrounded by trees older than any guidebook. This is not a quick photo stop; it’s a deep dive into a tradition that has flavored Crete for centuries. Every aroma, every drop, tells a story of sun, soil, and patience. It’s a simple, authentic moment — one that connects you directly with the real spirit of the island.
Tour information provided by Viator.
- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 7 travelers
- · Adult required for booking
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Location
This experience is centered on one mapped location.
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Heraklion Prefecture
At the Politakis Olive Mill, tradition and modern craft blend as smoothly as their olive oil. Since 1950, the Politakis family in Peza has turned generations of experience into liquid gold, still honoring the same timeless methods. Visitors walk through the full journey of production — from freshly picked olives to the final bottle — in facilities that breathe both innovation and respect for heritage. The tasting, though, is the real soul of the visit. Under the shade of ancient olive trees, you’ll discover what true extra virgin means: earthy, aromatic, and proudly unpretentious. As you taste, you’ll learn to catch the bitterness, fruitiness, and depth that define real olive oil — paired with local cheese, honey, and herbs. Politakis doesn’t just make olive oil; they preserve a way of life, simple and sincere, just as Crete has always done.
120 min
What's included
- Pick up and Drop off from customers Hotel
- Bottled water
- Transportation with Private Mini Van
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private Session of Olive oil tasting
What's not included
- Gratuities
Good to know
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Bring a hat, sunscreen and light Clothing
- Spending Money in case you would like to make a purchase
Tickets
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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