Top Greece Olive Oil Tasting

Embark on an enchanting journey through Crete's heart, where culture and culinary heritage intertwine. Begin at an olive mill, where the scent of olives fills the air, and witness the ancient craft of olive oil extraction. Dive into Cretan cuisine's traditions, connecting with the island's gastronomic roots. Continue to a micro-winery and raki distillery nestled in sun-kissed vineyards. Discover the alchemy of winemaking and distillation, unraveling the secrets behind Crete's indigenous varieties and beloved spirit. Enjoy a tasting of four wines and spirited raki, immersing in the island's essence. Indulge in a feast of Cretan delicacies, each dish a symphony of local flavors. As laughter mingles with the clinking of glasses, the meal becomes a celebration of tradition, uniting Crete's culinary richness with its authentic charm.

Kalamata is known across the globe for its local olives, but it takes an insider to know where to sample the best extra-virgin olive oil. With this olive oil tour and tasting, visit a local olive farm for a stroll through the olive trees to learn about the different kinds of olives and their cultivation. Depending on the season, you’ll also visit an olive oil mill to see how the oil is extracted and bottled. End with a guided olive oil tasting plus a light or full lunch at a traditional taverna.

We are glad to invite you to the unique Greek olives tasting in the traditional deli 'Diiris', in the historical city center of Athens, Greece. All our products are our Greek family production. We select the best olives from our olive fields near Sparta to make Extra virgin olive oil and fine Greek olives to our guest and to our family. Also, raw honey is extracted from the beehives from Sparta mountains and seaside. You are welcome to taste traditional Greek olives snacks, and raw honey, with a Mastic shot and explore about Greek olives from Mr Giorgos, a head of family.

Visitors will explore the hidden food gems of Athens on this short tour with an Athenian local. The guide will take visitors through neighbourhood street vendors and family-owned businesses for an authentic taste of Athens. Visitors can expect the best homemade food from artisanal cold cuts to fresh seafood. There will also be a chance to try traditional Greek drinks, from wine to ouzo.

Discover some of Greece’s greatest treasures and the best of modern Athens on this half-day Athens sightseeing tour. With an expert guide, take a coach tour of top Athens sites, including the Greek Parliament and the Panathenaic Stadium, stage of the first modern Olympic Games. Then, explore the mighty Acropolis on foot to see the glorious Parthenon and other highlights. Upgrade to include entry to the Acropolis Museum.

Experience the best of Athens over two or three days on this hop-on hop-off Athens sightseeing bus tour. Travel around by open-top double-decker bus and create your own itinerary. Learn about Athens’ history from the onboard audio guide and explore up to three routes, depending on the package you choose: the Athens line, the Piraeus line, and the Riviera line. There’s even a free Greek beer.

Discover three Greek islands on this full-day cruise from Athens to Poros, Hydra, and Egina. Enjoy free time at each island to stroll, sightsee, and shop as you wish. A delicious lunch and Greek folklore show aboard your ship are included, and a guided excursion to Egina's ancient Temple of Aphaia (own expense). Upgrade to include shared hotel transfer, access to an exclusive lounge with food and drinks, and meet the captain.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in Athens with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at Athens International Airport, and relax on the journey to your Athens city or coastal hotel, apartment, or vacation rental. There’s no need to worry about taxi meters or carrying cash: Book online, in the currency of your choice, for a transparent fee, then simply show your voucher.

Immerse yourself in the myths and monuments of classical Greece on this full-day tour of Delphi from Athens. Explore the UNESCO-listed archeological site of Delphi with a guide and learn how the city was considered the ‘Center of the World’ in ancient Greece. Stand in awe before the dramatically situated Temple of Apollo, then discover long-lost wonders at the Delphi Archeological Museum, including the Charioteer of Delphi and the Sphinx of Naxos.

Indulge your inner foodie on this 4-hour gourmet tasting tour and sample the edible delights of Athens. Take to the streets for a walking tour of Athens’ cafés, markets, delicatessens and street food haunts. Enjoy the undivided attention of your private food-expert guide as you uncover the secrets of Greek cuisine and learn more about the city’s culinary heritage. Stop along the way to sample local treats like sweet donuts, Greek bread and regional cheeses, washed down with Greek wine and freshly brewed coffee.

Prebook this Acropolis of Athens and Parthenon tour to guarantee your visit to the UNESCO World Hertiage Site. Going with a guide gives you more as you walk along the site learning the history and beauty behind the ruins. Plus, you can choose whether to add your admission ticket for convenience when you book or to purchase when you arrive there.

The Acropolis of Athens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the city's most iconic attraction, with its ancient Parthenon and beautiful views of the city. Because of the ancient monument’s popularity, lines to get in can get long. With this skip-the-line ticket, avoid the hassle of standing in line and head straight in.

Book a reliable transfer from Athens Airport to Athens hotels with this private transportation service. Skip the hassle of the taxi line and maximize time after your arrival in Athens. Meet your driver at the airport arrivals hall and get luggage assistance. Proceed to the destination of your choice in Athens and travel in comfort. Flight tracking is included with this service.

Enjoy a day of discovery on Santorini island on this tour from Fira. With an itinerary that covers all the must-see sights, the tour lets you find your own favorite spots on the island. Visit the volcanic Akrotiri Archaeological Site, a winery, the Prophet Elias Monastery, and then finish on a high note as you watch the sun slip into the sea from Oia village. A tasting of Santorini’s distinctive wine is included.

Journey back to ancient Greece on this guided tour of Athens’ UNESCO World Heritage–listed Acropolis. Visit the Theater of Dionysus, stroll past the Propylaea gateway and the Temple of Athena Nike, and stand in awe before the grand ruins of the Parthenon. After exploring the sprawling citadel, learn more about the excavations as you browse more than 4,000 artifacts at the Acropolis Museum. Upgrade to include timed tickets.

Take a break from the crowds on Mykonos and relax with an informal olive oil experience overlooking the Aegean Sea. Learn the basics of olive oil tasting plus how to choose a quality oil and pair it with specific foods. Taste extra-virgin olive oils made from different varieties of Greek olives from across the country served with samples of Greek Salad, grilled chicken, Greek yogurt, and fresh orange.

Sample some of Crete’s finest produce on a small-group honey and extra-virgin olive oil-tasting tour. Visit a local manufacturer and see where and how these fine ingredients are made, from start to finish. Then, get a chance to sample some honey and olive oil for yourself. This is a great way to learn more about local culture through its cuisine.

Discover the top gourmet specialties in Athens with the help of a foodie insider with this tasting tour through the heart of the city center. Join a small group of fellow gourmands for a delicious city stroll, stopping to sample delicacies from savory spinach pie, sweet “koulouri” pastries, and “meze” small plates from a number of restaurants, food stands, and shops along the way.

Learn more about olive oil, wine, and traditional village life in Crete on this small-group tasting tour from Heraklion. Visit a family-owned olive oil factory, learn about olive oil production, and sample different olive oils. Afterwards, visit several traditional villages in the mountains before stopping for lunch (own expense) on the Lasithi Plateau. Spend the afternoon tasting local wines (extra expense) before returning to Heraklion.

Learn about olive oil growing customs and traditions of Crete's Papadomanolakis family, producers of “Pallada” extra virgin olive oil. Take a guided tour of the olive oil production facilities at the family mill: walk through olive groves check out the production equipment, learn about all phases of olive oil production, and taste three extra virgin olive oils.

During this activity, you will learn how to smell and taste in order to discover the incredible aromas and flavors of some of the finest Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oils. You will participate in an olive oil tasting experience, led by the expert olive oil taster, that will help you understand the true meaning of “extra virgin” as well as how to describe an olive oil correctly with terms such as “fruity”, “bitter” and “spicy”. You will discover how to recognize a defective olive oil from a good one. This activity also aims to introduce you to the uniqueness of the Mediterranean Diet and all the health & beauty benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO), which can transform your life forever. The tour includes the tasting of 2 exceptional olive oils and 2 of lesser quality, in order to distinguish the differences.

Immerse yourself in Cretan cuisine with a private cooking class in Arolithos Traditional Cretan Village. Make your way to the village and enjoy a small tour of the museum and two old houses. Afterwards, learn to make several traditional Cretan dishes, including starters, mains, and desserts, which you get to enjoy together afterwards. Includes local wine and mineral water.

Secret Kitchen is a unique activity in Santorini, bringing people together concerning Greek food and habits around the table. Our guests will make friends from all over the world and bring home unforgettable memories from that special Greek night. Moreover, we are sharing tasty "secrets" concerning the art of Greek cooking! We will barbeque together and see the procedure of slow cooking with our traditional wood fired oven!