11. From Elounda Private Heraklion Wine Tour with Tastings and Lunch
The Heraklion region is the heart of Crete’s winemaking tradition, boasting some of the island’s most celebrated estates. Join your private guide—a certified wine expert—for an exclusive visit to two exceptional wineries: Titakis Winery and Lyrarakis Winery. At Titakis Winery, explore the vineyards and cellars before savoring a tasting of 5 native Cretan varieties. Then, continue to Lyrarakis Winery, a pioneer in reviving rare indigenous grapes, where you’ll sample 5 premium wines showcasing the island’s unique terroir. To complete this culinary journey, enjoy a gourmet lunch at a hillside restaurant with panoramic valley views. Savor authentic Cretan dishes prepared by a local chef, paired with fine local wines. Along the way, stop at scenic gems of northern Crete, including breathtaking coastal views as you travel from Elounda to Heraklion. This private tour ensures an intimate experience, with ample time for questions, personalized attention, and unforgettable memories.
22. Elounda: Soap, Olive, Wine, Raki - Flavorful Culinary Journey
What sets our tour apart? Simple: it’s not a show — it’s real life, the way it’s been lived in Crete for generations. This isn’t a rushed sightseeing checklist. It’s a day stitched together with soul: soap-making with hands that smell like thyme and olive oil, olive groves older than your family tree, raki that bites back (the good kind), and a meal in Archanes that tastes like it was made by your yiayia — if she happened to be a village chef with a wicked sense of humor. Our journey isn’t just about tasting Cretan life — it’s about understanding it. You’ll walk the land, meet the people, and share a table, not with actors, but with farmers, makers, and storytellers. You won’t leave with a fridge magnet; you’ll leave with olive oil under your nails, a new appreciation for rakomelo, and maybe a dance step or two you didn’t plan on learning. This is Crete with the volume turned up. Ready? Book now—cheers to an unforgettable day in Crete!
33. Spinalonga & Lasithi Plateau with Olive Oil Tasting
5.0· 33 reviewsExperience Eastern Crete on a private, fully personalized full-day journey combining history, nature, and authentic local culture. Travel in comfort with a luxury SUV or premium minivan and your dedicated local expert, exploring Crete at your own pace. From the historic island of Spinalonga to the scenic landscapes of the Lasithi Plateau, this tour offers a genuine connection to Crete’s heritage, traditions, and natural beauty. ✅ Private tour with flexible pacing and personalized attention ✅ Visit Spinalonga Island by boat, rich in Venetian and leper colony history ✅ Explore the traditional villages and landscapes of the Lasithi Plateau ✅ Travel in a luxury SUV or premium minivan with an expert local guide ✅ Discover authentic Cretan culture and local traditions
44. Jeep Safari With Wine- Olive Oil testing and Shepherd's House
5.0· 2 reviews· 7 hoursIn this route we will explore the Central side of Crete following the paths of Cretan history where we will get to know the traditional way of life and learn everything about the production of the famous Cretan olive oil as well as Cretan Wines. We will visit the shepherd's house participating in the cheese production process and finally we will enjoy an amazing meal in a traditional tavern making ourselves Cretan sweets.
55. Sarakina Gorge, Kritza, Oliveoil Tasting, Mountains, South Coast
5.0· 96 reviewsDefinitely one of our best off road-experience in Crete. Explore the mountains, forests and the gorge, enjoy the view & off roading in the inlands of Crete. This amazing tour takes you to the inlands of Crete. After visiting a olive factory with tasting of the different qualities of oil we are heading direction the mountain village of Kritza. Along the old Minoan paths and civilizations to the unknown Crete. Pure Nature, wild landscapes and breathtaking views. One highlight on your tour is the protected mountain forest of Kroustas. than we heading over the mountains south where we will serve your lunch in a very nice taverna with mountain spring water, far away from civilization you will be able to meet our local host and feel what Cretan hospitality really means. Next stop will be the amazing Gorge of Sarakina, where you can hike depending your skills and fitness. A visit in Myrtos at the beach of the Lybian sea (with possibility to swim) ends this amazing day.
66. Zeus Cave, Lassithi Plateau, Olive Oil Factory, Kritza, Pottery
4.8· 366 reviews· 7 hoursExperience the mythological heart of Crete on our full-day Land Rover adventure to Zeus Cave and Lassithi Plateau. Unlike crowded coach tours with 40+ passengers, we accommodate maximum 6 guests in air-conditioned Land Rover Discovery vehicles with forward-facing leather seats—no cramped sideways benches. Your professional guide leads you through traditional mountain villages. Visit a local olive oil factory for tastings of premium extra virgin oils and local products. Explore the legendary Zeus Cave (Dikteon Cave) where the king of gods was born—descend into impressive caverns with stalactites, stalagmites, and underground lakes. Experience the breathtaking Lassithi Plateau at 840m elevation, once famous for thousands of windmills. Walk through authentic villages, meeting local artisans and seeing the ancient 2,400-year-old plane tree. Enjoy traditional Cretan lunch at a family-owned taverna with local wine. Stop at a pottery workshop to watch craftsmen demonstrate ancient techniques.
77. Island Spinalonga, Milatos Cave,private Speedboat,OliveOilTasting
4.7· 43 reviews· 7 hoursYou want them all ? Here it is: An adventure with the Land Rover and a private speed boat to Spinalonga Island to explore it, than over the countryside and small greek villages to the caves of milatos. Included also is a wonderful lunch at a local exellent taverna with fresh natural products and wine. Very nice combo with Safari and private boat to the hotspot of the region, Explore the mountains and valleys, passing the small villages in the mountains. learn how olive oil is made at our stop at an olive oil factory with a free guided tour. Coming back through the mountains we will have some amazing views over the Gulf of Mirabello and the historical island of Spinalonga. At the village of Plaka, our fast private speedboat are wait for you to transfer you to Spinalonga. (Boat Transfer is 8 Euros, Entrance fee to the island not included, has to be payed on the island). Inclusive: Land Rover Discovery with air condition, experienced driver, refreshments/water, speedboat transfer
88. Private Luxury Tour in East Crete
4.3· 3 reviews· 8.5 hoursThrough this unique route we will explore the most famous destinations of Eastern Crete, in one day. Lassithi Plateau taking in the beautiful view of the North Cretan Sea. We then head to the Cave of Zeus (Diktaion Andron) where we can explore the many ancient parts of Greek mythology. In the traditional village of Psychro, we can enjoy some traditional Cretan flavors. We then make our descent through an awe-inspiring route, eventually reaching the serene town of Agios Nikolaos, the cosmopolitan capital of the prefecture of Lasithi. Here we can take in the beauty of the lake and take a stroll through the enchanting city market. We can also enjoy a meal next to the sea before heading for our next destination, the majestic Elounda, known to be the most beautiful part of Crete. Finally, we will end our day in the fishing village of Plaka, with a visit to Spinalonga, the UNESCO Heritage Site, located just 500 meters away.
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