Crete

15 Best Crete Food & Olive Oil Tours

The food and olive oil tours: mills pressing trees older than empires, mountain village tables and the diet researchers keep studying for its longevity returns. Cretans eat well and long; the tastings show the method.

1.Knossos-ZeusHomeland-Traditional Villages-Olive Oil Factory

Discover Crete’s authentic side on this full-day tour from Heraklion. Visit traditional villages, an olive oil factory, windmills, and more for a genuine experience.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Stavros, was the most personable and fun guide we've ever had. He kept us entertained the whole trip. He is a native, and this tour takes you to the mountains, small villages and farms away from the most of the tourist. We enjoyed olive oil,…”

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2.Chania: Authentic Cooking Class in the White Mountains

Discover Crete’s flavors with this 6-hour authentic cooking class in the White Mountains, including wine, cheese, and storytelling—an immersive culinary experience.

★ 4.9

“It was truly a magical night. We had such a wonderful evening. Costa the guide was so knowledgeable and added so much to the experience. Spectacular location with an amazing host family. And the dinner at the end was just wonderful. Book it!”

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3.The Real Cretan Cooking Experience

Discover authentic Cretan flavors with a guided cooking adventure in mountain scenery, featuring fresh ingredients, local wines, and family hospitality.

★ 5.0

“We had a wonderful experience at our cooking class. The stunning views, delicious food, and welcoming hosts made it truly memorable. I highly recommend it to anyone in the area!”

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6.Crete: Land Rover Safari with Sunset Viewing, Dinner, & Wine

Experience Crete on a 6-hour Land Rover safari with sunset views, traditional dinner, and unlimited wine. Perfect for adventure and authentic culture lovers.

★ 4.9

“It was absolutely incredible. Highly recommend. The highlight of our trip. Had the most lovely experience tasting the oils and olives. Food was delicious and the scenery was memorising. Had the best time.”

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7.From Chania: Wine and Olive Oil Tasting Tour with Snacks

Experience Crete’s finest wines and olive oils on a 6-hour guided tour from Chania, visiting family wineries, the oldest olive tree, and tasting local products.

★ 4.8

“Kostas was an excellent tour guide! He was personable and great! The ladies at the olive mill and wineries were absolute gems! We had an amazing experience”

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8.The Terra Creta Olive Oil Experience Tour

Discover the art of olive oil making on this 1-hour guided tour in Crete. Learn from experts, taste three oils, and take home quality products.

★ 4.7

“The tour was really nice and informative. It doesn't take long and afterward, you can taste a few types of Terra Creta olive oil along with some nice bread and olive mixes. For us it was a nice way to start our day.”

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9.Chania Cooking Class-The Authentic Enjoy traditional Cretan meal

Experience authentic Cretan cuisine firsthand with a hands-on cooking class near Chania. Learn traditional dishes, enjoy local wine, and embrace Greek hospitality.

★ 5.0

“The team under Veerna’s guidance did a great job of instructing us in the history and cultural significance of the food we prepared and ate for lunch. The time went faster than anticipated because we were being shown the relevant techniques for the preparation of…”

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10.Knossos & Lasithi Plateau: Land of Zeus, Villages, Olive Oil Tour

Explore Crete with this full-day tour visiting Knossos Palace, Lassithi Plateau, and villages, guided by passionate locals with authentic experiences.

★ 5.0

“Marinos was a great guide and as a local the tour felt personal. He was funny and seemed to know everyone driving around the villages. Try the tea at the first stop it was great !”

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11.Walking Food tasting tour in the town of Chania

Discover Chania’s authentic flavors on this 2.5-hour walking food tour, including local delicacies, herbs, and traditional crafts—an immersive Greek experience.

★ 5.0

“This food tour was excellent from start to finish! Our guide offered us lots of history regarding the island, with some amazing food stops along the way. You will be full when you finish this tour! Plus it’s a great way to get accommodated with…”

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13.Crete Wine and Olive Oil Tour

Experience the authentic flavors of Crete on this 6-hour wine and olive oil tour from Chania, visiting family wineries and ancient olive trees with expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Great wine tour and wonderful driver/tour guide. He was very insightful on the history of the island and the villages. He even gave us a great tour at the Olive Tree Museum, which non-passages joined to listen. The first winery, Anoskeli, was delightful. Great wines,…”

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14.Crete: Full-Day Cretan Wines, Olive Oil, Raki and Food Tour

Experience Crete's authentic flavors with this full-day tour of local wines, olive oil, raki, pottery, and traditional villages—perfect for cultural enthusiasts and food lovers.

★ 5.0

“Antonis was an excellent guide. My wife and I had so much fun on the tour. We were looking for an authentic and unique experience and this was exactly that! All of the places that Antonis brought us, were run by families and they were…”

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15.Olive Oil Tasting Tour

Explore Crete’s olive oil heritage with a private tasting tour, visiting a traditional mill, learning about production methods, and sampling premium oils.

★ 5.0

“Great 👍 had a really nice time learning about olive oil and how it's made. Would really recommend it!”

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More Crete Food & Olive Oil Tours

5.0Wine & Olive Oil Tour with Lunch at Milia Mountain Retreat7 to 8 hours (approx.)$181.48 5.0Cretan Cooking Class and Meal at our Family Olive Farm-DIY4 hours (approx.)$114.93 4.9Chania Old Port: Luxury Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Wine3.5 - 4.5 hours$100 4.6Rethymnon: Kournas Lake, Argyroupolis, and Olive Oil Tour9 hours$29 5.0Heraklion SUV Private Guided Wine Tour with Lunch6 hours (approx.)$272.21 5.0Wine & Olive Oil Tour with Lunch – Semi Private Safari Tour7 to 8 hours (approx.)$181.48 5.0Cretan Wines & Olive oil tour – The treasures of Crete6 to 7 hours (approx.)$145.18 5.0The Delicious Chania Street Food Tour4 hours (approx.)$108.89 5.0Heraklion: Food Tastings Walking Tour4 hours$114 5.0Private Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave Olive Oil Mill & Wine7 to 8 hours (approx.)$151.17 5.0Heraklion: Knossos, Zeus, Villages & Olive Oil Factory Tour7.5 - 8 hours$135 5.0Crete: Olive, Wine, Raki – Flavorful Culinary Journey6 hours (approx.)$111.26 5.0PRIVATE Walking Tour with Lunch and Wine Tasting by a Sommelier4 to 5 hours (approx.)$193.50 5.0E-bike Food Tour Tasting in Heraklion4 hours (approx.)$139.08 4.2Crete: Traditional Dance Show and Buffet Dinner with Wine3 - 8 hours$34 4.4Chania Area: Food Tasting Tour with Winery Visit7 hours$44 4.9Chania: Milia Mountain Tour w/Lunch Olive Oil/Wine Tastings8 hours$176 5.0Moires: Cooking Class and Meal at a Family Olive Farm4 hours$100 5.0Chania Food Stories Half-Day Tour inc. tastings & drinks4 hours (approx.)$117.31 5.0Knossos & lasithi plateau villages,Zeus’s land,&olive oil factory7 to 8 hours (approx.)$109.42 4.9Heraklion: Knossos Lasithi, Villages, ând Olive Oil Tour1 day$129 5.0Sunset Craft Beer & Food Tour – Chania3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$132.75 5.0Small-Group Honey & Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tasting Tour in Crete1 hour (approx.)$18.10 5.0PRIVATE-Knossos Palace-Lasithi-Winery-Old Villages-Olive Oil Mill7 to 8 hours (approx.)$138.78