Overview
An event based on Olive Oil, the elixir of life.The production of olive oil on this island goes back to 3500 BC, during the Minoan period. The Festivaltakes place in an old farm located in Sisi Village with panoramic views of the Cretan Sea.During this tour, participants will experience local traditionsand enjoy a unique gastronomic and educational trip to the Cretan Nutrition habits.
Be a part of this unique journey, try our local products and learn interesting facts about our culinary traditions and enjoy the famous Cretan hospitality.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Wine Tasting
Dinner
In-vehicle air conditioning
Tour Guide
Professional Driver
All fees and/or taxes
Farm Host
Liability Insurance Coverage by ALLIANZ for our participants
Shopping - Local Products Farm Market
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Heraklion
30 min
Pick up: We will start collecting participants from pick-up points. Depending on the place of your hotel/apartment the bus drive will differ.
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Sissi
1 hour 30 min
Educational Part
Workshop: Olive oil
Learn everything about the old Olive Oil Mill of the 18th century to the Award-Winning ecological Olive Mill of the family.
Workshop: local Honey
Participants will see how honey is made from local beehives and will learn about the activity of bees.
Workshop: Raki
Learn more about how Raki is produced, the most famous alcoholic beverage.
‘’Rakokazano’’, is not just a process of making raki, it is ritual deeply rooted in Cretan Culture.
Workshop: Soap
Learn how Cretan people make soap from Olive Oil and its important benefits. -
Sissi
1 hour 30 min
Wine Tasting
Taste outstanding wines from local Cretan grape varieties, distinct flavors and learn all about its production, that goes back to ancient Minoan Civilization.
Homemade Cretan food in Wood Fired Oven:
People visiting the farm will taste authentic local food cooked in the Wood Fired Oven.
The meal includes seasonal greens, fava beans, French-fries as a side dish, salads from the ownersgarden accompanied by a wide variety of appetizers. All dishesbased on olive oil. -
Sissi
1 hour
Live Show
Spend a joyful night like a Cretan, dance in Greek rhythms and enjoy out wonderful orchestra and dancers. -
Sissi
30 min
Local Products Market:
Participants will have the option to buy local products of high nutritional value and quality that they have already tried directly from the producer during their tour. -
Heraklion
30 min
End of the Tour – Arrival at resorts: Embarkation in the buses and drive back to the hotels where we gathered participants earlier .Depending on traffic and on the pick-up places of each one, the time of journey back to the hotel will differ.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Athens).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Olive Oil Festival in Cretan Farm with Traditional Dinner
Can I cancel Olive Oil Festival in Cretan Farm with Traditional Dinner for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 5–6 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Wine Tasting
- Dinner
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tour Guide
- Professional Driver
- Farm Host
- Liability Insurance Coverage by ALLIANZ for our participants
What's not included?
- Shopping - Local Products Farm Market
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, English, French.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Cretan Odyssey
