Olive Grove Picnic
Discover the charm of olive oil production with the Vassilakis family. Explore a historic press, tour a working mill, and savor a delightful picnic with local wines, cheeses, and more.
10 meals
Experience Details
Description:
Arrival at Vassilakis Estate & greet your guide
Tour of olive press with Vassilakis family member:
• Viewing of the original 1865 museum-piece hand-operated press
and description of how olive oil used to be made
• Viewing of the working olive mill and description of how olive oil is
made today
• Picnic in our olive grove amongst the olive trees. Includes tasting of 3 local Cretan wines accompanied with a generous selection of delicious Cretan cheeses, fresh vegetables & fruit.
Free time for questions and photos.
What You Get
Good To Know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What You’ll Experience
Crete
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting PointVassilakis Estate - Olive Tour Crete, Lasithi, Greece, GR, 724 00
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End PointThis experience ends at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
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