Chania: Olive Harvesting & Olive oil tasting by Kera Treasures

Highlights

  • Hands-on olive harvest experience in a Cretan olive grove
  • Learn traditional harvesting techniques from local farmers and guides
  • Immerse in olive oil culture and the production of high-quality extra virgin olive oil
  • Enjoy a rustic tasting lunch with freshly pressed olive oil and local products
  • Available October–December, suitable for all ages and child-friendly
  • Easy activity level – comfortable clothing and closed shoes recommended
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Description

Join us for an unforgettable adventure as you discover the local culture and engage in the hands-on process of harvesting olive trees. Prepare to embark on a sensory journey that will invigorate your senses.

During the olive harvest, you will have the opportunity to connect with the land and experience the ancient art of gathering olives. Learn from skilled locals as they guide you through the intricacies of this time-honored practice. Feel the satisfaction of plucking ripe olives from the branches and witness the beauty of the olive groves that adorn the landscape.

An olive harvest is one of the most fascinating experiences you can enjoy in Crete. It is a wonderful way to learn a lot not only about the Olive Oil but also about the local culture. Those who tried it report that the atmosphere of a working in olive harvest and the enthusiasm of olive farmers during the harvesting season is something definitely unique. You can experience the olive harvest, be part of the olive oil tasting process and learn about the strive to make a high quality extra virgin olive oil!

An olive grove covered by nets

Our olive harvest experiences for visitors to Crete are available in the second half of October, November and December. You meet our guide in the morning and you reach a beautiful olive grove where you have a general introduction to the world of extra virgin olive oil and to the harvesting techniques. Then you start collecting olives from some selected trees assisted by your guide and by the olive farmer.

During the whole harvesting experience the guide gives you facts and information about extra virgin olive oils and the culture of olive oil making in Crete

Finally the guests relax in a tasting area at the grove and sample some freshly pressed extra virgin olive oil and other local products in a delicious rustic lunch.

DIFFICULTY LEVEL:
Easy

CHILD FRIENDLY:
Ideal for children

CLOTHING:
Comfortable shoes and clothes recommended. As we walk in olive groves, we recommend to wear no shorts nor sandals. The time we spend in the grove can be quite cool.

Source: Royalty Escapes via Cellarhopping

What's Included

Included 

  • Guided Tour
  • Olive oil tasting
  • Traditional delicacies

Not Included 

  • Additional services which are not mentioned
  • Extra beverages and snacks
  • Gratuities
Source: Royalty Escapes via Cellarhopping

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