Sips of Crete: Flavors, Legends & Hidden Gems

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US$567.96 per guest

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Earliest available date: September 21, 2026

Free cancellation (24 hours notice)

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Summary

Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

Where to Meet

Reviews

Location

Chania

Duration

6 hours

Number of Guests

1 - 8 guests

Language

English

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Private Experience

Digital Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Discover Crete's essence on a private tour blending flavors, legends, and unique tales. Enjoy local brews, explore ancient sites, and uncover hidden stories and gems of the island.

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Uncover the flavors and legends of West Crete on this exclusive private tour, where history meets tradition in every sip and story.

Begin with a taste of locally crafted brews, capturing the island’s rich heritage in every glass. Stand beneath an ancient olive tree, a silent witness to centuries of history.

Continue to a local olive factory, where award-winning olive oils and wines reveal Crete’s deep connection to the land. Visit a peaceful monastery, a place of reflection and tradition. Then, venture into a cave that holds more than just natural beauty—it shelters a hidden past, a place of resilience and untold stories.

With carefully chosen stops, authentic flavors, and unexpected discoveries, this journey is for those who seek more than just the ordinary.

Book now and uncover the tastes, tales, and mysteries of Crete.

What You Get

Private transportation

Brewery Tour & Beer Tasting with meze

Local snacks

Good To Know

This tour is designed to be inclusive and accessible for everyone. Our vehicle is fully adapted to accommodate guests with mobility needs, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable journey. Additionally, all stops on this tour, including wineries, breweries, and monastery, have been carefully chosen to provide full accessibility, allowing every guest to fully experience the beauty and culture of Crete.This tour is designed to be inclusive and accessible for everyone. Our vehicle is fully adapted to accommodate guests with mobility needs, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable journey. Additionally, all stops on this tour, including wineries, breweries, and monastery, have been carefully chosen to provide full accessibility, allowing every guest to fully experience the beauty and culture of Crete.
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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

Cretan Brewery S.A.

Begin your journey at a boutique brewery tucked away in the Cretan countryside. Here, tradition meets innovation as local ingredients are crafted into refreshing brews. Savor a tasting session that highlights the unique flavors of Crete, offering a glimpse into the island’s evolving beer culture.

1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Anoskeli Winery Olive Mill

Continue to an award-winning olive mill, where generations of expertise produce some of the finest olive oils in Greece. Experience the art of olive oil making, from tree to bottle, and indulge in a guided tasting paired with exquisite Cretan wines. Each sip and drop tells a story of tradition, passion, and quality.

1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

The Monumental Olive Tree of Vouves

A short drive brings you to the ancient olive tree, a living monument over 3,000 years old. Standing beneath its gnarled branches, you’ll feel the deep connection between Crete’s land and its people. A perfect spot to capture a piece of history and admire the resilience of nature.

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Odigitria Gonia Monastery

Nestled in a serene landscape, a historic monastery welcomes you into its peaceful embrace. With stunning architecture and a deep spiritual presence, this sacred site offers a glimpse into Crete’s religious heritage. Wander through its tranquil courtyards and soak in the timeless atmosphere.

1 hourAdmission Ticket Included

Cave of St. John The Hermit

The adventure reaches its most mysterious stop at a hidden cave, once used as a secret school during the Ottoman era. Step inside and uncover the silent echoes of the past, where resilience and knowledge thrived in secrecy. From its entrance, breathtaking views stretch across the valley, making this a place of both history and natural beauty.

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Meeting & Pickup

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Pickup Details

* In the case that your accommodation is in the pedestrian zone of the old Venetian harbor, we’ll meet you at the nearest accessible location for our vehicle. * The pickup and dropoff is included within 20km of Chania city center. Pickup and dropoff outside of this zone until the Rethymno city center will incur an additional surcharge.

Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
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Reviews

5.0

based on 6 reviews

(TripAdvisor)

Our Time in Chania — Truly Unforgettable!

April 21, 2026

This tour was one of the best experiences of my trip to Crete and an absolute must-do when visiting Chania. From start to finish, everything was thoughtfully planned and perfectly paced. Our guide...read more

(TripAdvisor)

A wonderful, fascinating and attentive tour. Maria was a next-level host who absolutely made our day!

April 17, 2026

Absolutely superb tour, Maria is such a passionate and engaging host that her excitement is genuinely infectious! The whole group loved her and it honestly felt like a day out with an old friend - ...read more

(TripAdvisor)

Personalised tour with amazing Guide Maria

April 16, 2026

Maria made our Crete visit so special. She is an amazing woman, a great tour guide and such a lovely person. We started off in the morning with a very warm welcome with lovely treats, she have us a...read more

(TripAdvisor)

An Unforgettable Day in Crete!

February 12, 2025

We had an incredible experience on this tour with Maria as our guide! The stops were perfectly curated, blending Crete’s rich history with its local flavors. Starting at the brewery was a fun surpr...read more

(TripAdvisor)

A Western Crete MUST!!!

July 16, 2024

Touring with Maria was an excellent experience. She was warm and welcoming . Maria is very patient and has a great sense of humor. She is well connected with her island and very knowledgeable about...read more

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