Crete Wine Discovery Tour: Exploring Culture, Traditions, Flavors
Overview
In regions like Crete, Wine doesn't only reflect climate and nature of a land, but also a story of this region, people and traditions.
During this excursion we will visit 2 wineries and have tastings.
We will have a walk through the wineyards and have the opportunity to discuss topics like grape varieties – autochthonous and international – and the ways in which this amazing intellectual plant is locally cultivated and processed.
We will vist production sites and wine cellars, and if it is technically possible, you can taste wine in it´s different phases.
The wine tasting will give you insights into it´s classical rules that will drive your awarness and provide a better understanding of organoleptic characteristics of wine.
We close our wine excursion day feasting like Ancient Greeks at a symposium ––you will enjoy the rustic cuisine and the authentic Cretan hospitality in a traditional tavern!
Tour duration 5-6 hours including transfers (depending on the location of your hotel)
What's Included
- Wi-fi on board and Water from the springs of the White Mountains “Samaria”, in bottles.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Comfortable Vehicle with a professional driver.
- Accompaniment by a professional Sommelier.
- Pick-up / Drop-off at your hotel.
- Wine tasting at the Lyrarakis winery - 18€ per person (7 types of wine).
- Wine tasting at the Digenis winery - 12€ per person (6 types of wine).
- Personal expenses, drinks, lunch / dinner.
- Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts.
Meeting and Pickup
Private pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, villa, cruise, or any other point in the region of Heraklion. Pick-up time is flexible and upon your final confirmation. Private pick-up from Rethymno & Chania, and other cities on Crete upon request*.
What To Expect
Digenakis Winery
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Lyrarakis Winery
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Heraklion Prefecture
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Health issues: If any participant suffers from any severe allergy (e.g. to bee stings, food allergies/intolerances) or has medical/health issues we need to be aware of, it is important to let us know in advance. This is clearly a safety measure, personal information is by no means violated, and we exercise all discretion.
- Health Insurance: Moysidis Travel is covered by Professional Liability Insurance. Each participant is advised to take out health/travel insurance before traveling to Crete.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Important to have: Comfortable shoes, Comfortable clothes, Sunglasses and Hat, Money for souvenirs, drinks, lunch/dinner.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-120185P46
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
- Wi-fi on board and Water from the springs of the White Mountains “Samaria”, in bottles.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Comfortable Vehicle with a professional driver.
- Accompaniment by a professional Sommelier.
- Pick-up / Drop-off at your hotel.
- Wine tasting at the Lyrarakis winery - 18€ per person (7 types of wine).
- Wine tasting at the Digenis winery - 12€ per person (6 types of wine).
- Personal expenses, drinks, lunch / dinner.
- Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Crete Wine Discovery Tour: Exploring Culture, Traditions, Flavors is as follows:
- Health issues: If any participant suffers from any severe allergy (e.g. to bee stings, food allergies/intolerances) or has medical/health issues we need to be aware of, it is important to let us know in advance. This is clearly a safety measure, personal information is by no means violated, and we exercise all discretion.
- Health Insurance: Moysidis Travel is covered by Professional Liability Insurance. Each participant is advised to take out health/travel insurance before traveling to Crete.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Crete Wine Discovery Tour: Exploring Culture, Traditions, Flavors will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Wi-fi on board and Water from the springs of the White Mountains “Samaria”, in bottles.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Comfortable Vehicle with a professional driver.
- Accompaniment by a professional Sommelier.
- Pick-up / Drop-off at your hotel.
- Wine tasting at the Lyrarakis winery - 18€ per person (7 types of wine).
- Wine tasting at the Digenis winery - 12€ per person (6 types of wine).
- Personal expenses, drinks, lunch / dinner.
- Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Health issues: If any participant suffers from any severe allergy (e.g. to bee stings, food allergies/intolerances) or has medical/health issues we need to be aware of, it is important to let us know in advance. This is clearly a safety measure, personal information is by no means violated, and we exercise all discretion.
- Health Insurance: Moysidis Travel is covered by Professional Liability Insurance. Each participant is advised to take out health/travel insurance before traveling to Crete.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Important to have: Comfortable shoes, Comfortable clothes, Sunglasses and Hat, Money for souvenirs, drinks, lunch/dinner.
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