Book a Chania Wine Tour The Holy Wine Experience

Overview

Discover the traditional flavors of western Crete on this small-group wine and olive oil tour from Chania. Travel through scenic mountain villages in the Kissamos region to visit family-run wineries and olive oil estates, where you’ll learn about local production methods and taste a variety of Cretan wines and extra virgin olive oils. The experience also includes a stop at the legendary Ancient Olive Tree of Vouves, one of the oldest olive trees in the world, combining culture, nature, and gastronomy in a relaxed countryside journey.

Experience highlights

• Visit two family-owned wineries in the Chania countryside

• Taste regional Cretan wines and extra virgin olive oil

• Explore traditional mountain villages in the Kissamos region

• See the Ancient Olive Tree of Vouves, one of the oldest in the world

• Learn about winemaking and olive oil production from local experts

• Enjoy scenic drives through rural western Crete

• Small-group experience with an English-speaking guide/escort

• Includes light food pairing and tastings throughout the day

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from Chania region

• Transportation by air-conditioned minivan or minibus

• Wine tasting at family-run wineries

• Olive oil tasting experience

• Light snacks and food pairing during tastings

• Bottled water

• English-speaking driver/escort and local specialists

What’s not included

• Personal expenses

• Additional food or drinks not listed in inclusions

• Optional gratuities

• Any purchases made at wineries or shops

Itinerary

The tour begins with pickup from hotels or designated meeting points in the Chania area, followed by a scenic drive through rural Crete toward the Kissamos mountain region. Along the way, guests pass traditional villages and olive groves while learning about the island’s agricultural heritage.

The first major stop is a family-run winery, where guests tour the facilities and taste several local wines alongside olive oil and light snacks. The journey continues through the countryside toward the historic Monumental Olive Tree of Vouves, a living symbol of Crete’s ancient olive-growing tradition.

After visiting the olive tree, the tour proceeds to a second winery, where guests enjoy additional tastings and learn more about local varietals and production techniques. The experience concludes with a return drive back to Chania and drop-off at the original pickup location.

Who is this experience best for

This experience is ideal for travelers who want a relaxed introduction to Cretan wine and olive oil culture without needing to self-drive. It suits couples, small groups, and food and wine enthusiasts interested in local traditions, rural scenery, and guided tastings. It’s also a strong option for first-time visitors to Crete who want to combine culture, gastronomy, and sightseeing in a single day.

Insider notes

This is a countryside-focused tour, so travel time between stops is part of the experience and includes scenic rural roads. The wineries are family-run, meaning production styles and tastings can vary depending on season and availability. Comfortable shoes are recommended for walking around vineyards and the olive grove areas. Some tastings include generous food pairings that can effectively replace lunch, depending on portion sizes and timing.

This tour is sold by Viator.