Holy Wine Winery Tour

Holy Wine Winery Tour, 6 hours, rated 4.9 across 307 traveller reviews.

Overview

This six-hour outing from Chania trades the coast for the hills of the Kissamos region, with a day built around two things Cretan families have produced for generations: wine and olive oil. You ride in an air-conditioned minibus or minivan through mountain roads and traditional villages, with an English-speaking driver who talks through the island's history along the way.

The route strings together several stops. There is also a stop at one of the world's oldest olive trees. The rest of the day belongs to two family-run wineries, where tastings of regional wines come with snacks, and a light meal is provided at the end of the tour.

The group is capped at 20 travellers, though reviewers often report far fewer on the day. It suits couples and small groups who want a relaxed pace, countryside views, and a guide who can explain both the vineyard and the olive grove. Children can come along but must be with an adult, and anyone under 18 gets water or fresh orange juice instead of wine.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Pickup in ChaniaThe tour starts from Chania. The vehicle is an air-conditioned minibus or minivan.
2. Drive through KissamosThe route runs through the mountains of the Kissamos region and traditional Cretan villages.
3. Olive oil mill visitThe first stop is an olive oil producer.
4. Ancient olive treeThe tour pauses at one of the world's oldest olive trees. One reviewer described it as a nice stop for photos.
5. Two winery visitsThe rest of the day is spent at two wineries in the region, with regional wine tastings at each. Reviewers reported tasting multiple varieties at both, with snacks served alongside.
6. Light meal and returnA light meal is provided at the end of the tour before the drive back to Chania. The full experience runs about six hours.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points worth knowing before booking this tour.

• Food and drink. Wine tasting, olive oil tasting, bottled water, and snacks are all included, and a light meal comes at the end. Reviewers described the snacks served with the wines as savory and filling.
• Pace and fitness. Reviewers describe a relaxed pace throughout the day. Most travellers can participate, according to the listing.
• Group size. The maximum is 20 travellers, but reviewers frequently report much smaller groups, sometimes only a handful of people.
• What to bring. The listing does not specify a packing list, but the day involves outdoor stops in the countryside, so sun protection and comfortable shoes make sense. Gratuities and any additional food or drinks beyond the tastings are not included.
• Allergies. Anyone with allergies, intolerances, or food preferences should tell the company in advance. Snacks are served with the wine and oil throughout the day, so advance notice matters.
• Photographs. Reviewers mention beautiful views from the olive mill and the wineries. Bring a camera or keep the phone handy for the countryside drives between stops.

Common issues. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, though pushchairs are fine. Children under 18 cannot take part in the wine tasting and are offered water or fresh orange juice instead. A minimum number of travellers is required; if it is not met, or weather forces a change, the operator offers a different date or a full refund, and it reserves the right to make minor program changes without prior notice. Reservations must be made at least 12 hours ahead, and cancelling less than 24 hours before start time means no refund.

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