Crete Countryside Escape Farm Visits and Wine Tasting

In Heraklion (Iraklion), Crete

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Crete Countryside Escape Farm Visits and Wine Tasting
Explore the heart of Crete on this tour that immerses you in local culture and traditions. Begin your journey at a traditional Minoan farm, where you’ll discover Cretan beekeeping and savor pure honey. Next, visit a family-owned winery nestled near the Asterousia Mountains, featuring a guided tasting of four distinct Cretan wines. The tour also includes a visit to the serene Monastery of Saint George Epanosifis, allowing time to appreciate its tranquil surroundings and rich history. Finish in a charming mountain village, where you can stroll, shop, or relax at a café. Optional lunch featuring homemade dishes is available for those who wish to indulge. Bus tour focusing on Cretan culture and local traditions Visit a Minoan farm and taste authentic Cretan honey Explore a family-owned winery with a guided wine tasting experience Free time in a traditional mountain village to shop or relax at a café
Free cancellation Pickup included

What's included

  • AIR_CONDITIONED_VEHICLE
  • Wine Tasting
  • English Speaking Escort

What's not included

  • LUNCH
  • Personal Expenses

Itinerary

  1. You will visit a traditional Minoan farm and experience everyday life in the Cretan countryside. You can learn about local farming and beekeeping traditions while tasting pure Cretan honey and other fresh local products made with authentic ingredients. (45 min)
  2. You will discover the rich wine-making traditions of Crete in a family-owned winery near the Asterousia Mountains. Visitors can walk through the vineyards, explore the historic wine cellar, and enjoy a guided tasting of local Cretan wines made from regional grape varieties. (1h 15min)
  3. Here you can experience a peaceful and historic monastery surrounded by nature, offering a calm break during the journey. Visitors have time to walk around the grounds, admire its traditional architecture, and learn about its religious and cultural significance in Crete. (45 min)
  4. You will explore one of Crete’s most charming traditional villages, known for its stone houses, narrow streets, and lively squares. Visitors can enjoy free time to stroll, take photos, browse small local shops, or relax in a café while soaking up authentic village atmosphere. (2h 15min)

Practical information

Operated by
Destination One
Max group size
50 travellers
Travellers per booking
1–10
Languages
en
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Important notes

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

The tour runs for around 8 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.

What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.

We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.