Viator
From €200
Private Tour, Knossos Palace, Olive Oil, Pottery, Winery, Lunch
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.
Tour information provided by Viator.
- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 7 travelers
- · Adult required for booking
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Itinerary
Select a stop or tap a pin on the map to see details. 3 of 5 stops have map coordinates.
Road route is approximate — path follows driving directions between stops.
- 1
Knossos Archaeological Site
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.
90 min - 2
Stop 2
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.
60 minAdmission included - 3
Stop 3
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.
60 minAdmission included - 4
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.
60 minAdmission included - 5
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.
90 min
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
- Full lunch in Archanes with drinks
What's not included
- Licensed guide for Knossos (optional, upon request)
- Knossos Palace Admission (20 Euros / Person)
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tickets
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tour options
Elounda & Agios Nikolaos Rate
Pick-up Areas: Elounda, Agios Nikolaos Private Tour Duration: 8 hours Traditional Meal Premium Minivan Pickup included
Heraklion Prefecture Rate
Pickup included
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