Full-Day Private Chania Wine Tour and Lunch In The Mystic Cellar.
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 7 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Full-Day Private Chania Wine Tour and Lunch In The Mystic Cellar. worth booking?
Full-Day Private Chania Wine Tour and Lunch In The Mystic Cellar. is a 6-hour experience in Chania, Greece, from $130 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (7)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $130 per person
Enjoy a relaxing day with your friendly and knowledgeable English-speaking sommelier guide. Taste top quality wines from award-winning wineries and meet the winemakers themselves. Treat yourself to the perfect getaway fr
What you get
- 8 wine tastings
- Cheese and snacks alongside wine tastings
- Platter of local specialties and snacks
- English speaking guide/wine expert
- Bottled mineral water and refreshments
- Lunch
About this experience
Enjoy a relaxing day with your friendly and knowledgeable English-speaking sommelier guide. Taste top quality wines from award-winning wineries and meet the winemakers themselves. Treat yourself to the perfect getaway from Chania and experience the highlight of your vacation.
What's included
Included
- 8 wine tastings
- Cheese and snacks alongside wine tastings
- Platter of local specialties and snacks
- English speaking guide/wine expert
- Bottled mineral water and refreshments
- Lunch
- All admission fees and all tastings
- Pick up and drop off from central meeting point
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Chania Prefecture
Enjoy a relaxing day with your friendly and knowledgeable English-speaking sommelier guide who will guide you to the Cretan hinterland in award-winning wineries and also to off the beaten track trails where you can explore, meet and feel where the Cretan heart of wine beats.
180 minutes here
An organically farmed vineyard where you will discover the art of viticulture, you will touch the soil, smell, and taste the grapes. Head to the Pateromihelakis family house where the winery has been set in their 17th hundred stone-built basement. There you will taste the wines and the olive oil of the family both organically farmed. A delicious full mezze lunch will be offered to you while tasting the wines. This experience ends with a glass of aged ‘tsikoudia’ the symbolic grape distilled drink of Crete.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Karavitakis Winery
Karavitakis is an iconic winery for Chania with decades of history. At their garden you will enjoy 7 specially selected wines from our sommelier which you will enjoy with organic olives from the winery’s olive grove and homemade rusks.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Chania
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Grape Escape
Know before you go
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for Full-Day Private Chania Wine Tour and Lunch In The Mystic Cellar.. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Terrific tour
Fantastic and interesting tour. The first stop was a lovely but typical high end winery, but the second stop was a unique trip to a family run winery that you’ll never experience any other way.
via Tripadvisor
Take a wine tour with Iro!
Had a great time on our wine tour with Iro Koliakoudakis! She is super knowledgeable about Greek wines, and always had additional info to share about wine history, varietals, and recommendations to match people's preferences. Her energy is so fun and captivating - we were traveling in Crete with a group of 10+ that wasn't always easy to wrangle but Iro's passion for wine and sharing of information was so contagious that she kept our attention, even after a few tastings! Our group had such a great time. Would highly recommend a tour with Iro - you won't regret it!!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your review! We are very happy that you enjoyed the wine tour and mostly the service of our beloved sommelier Iro. We are looking forward to seeing you again!
via Tripadvisor
You won't find a better wine guide than Iro!
Iro Koliakoudakis was recommended to us by the manager of our villa to help us with a wine tour. Because Greece opened just a month before our trip we were still planning our time in Crete while we were in Mykonos. In addition to the wine tour, at the last minute Iro arranged to have a case of Cretan wines delivered to our villa before our arrival and she came to the villa the next day to do a wine tasting with our group. We could have chosen high-end Greek wines, but chose to do the Cretan wine tasting. Iro is a wine expert and she is so funny and lively. We enjoyed our tasting so much that we all went to the restaurant where she is the sommelier (Periplous in Chania) for dinner the following evening even though we were seeing her the next day for the wine tour. The tour she organized was wonderful. We were in two luxury vans and we went to a beautiful winery that could rival Napa (except even better because they served wonderful snacks with our tasting) and then she took us to a smaller, rustic but charming venue run by two brothers. Their family has been producing olive oil for generations and they decided to try their hand at wine making. A beautiful catered traditional Cretan meal was organized for us. The wines and the olive oil (and the food) were outstanding and we really enjoyed the brothers and the food. Iro is so knowledgeable about wine and about Crete. She explained what we were seeing as we driving to the different locations. Her incredible knowledge and vibrant personality just made for a really special time for our group of 13. I highly recommend any kind of wine-related event with her!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your amazing and so detailed feedback! We are so happy you enjoyed the tour and the services of our beloved sommelier Iro. Wine is fun and keep enjoying it! Looking forward to seeing you and your friends again in Crete or in another wine region of Greece.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing wine experience and very talented sommelier
Iro Koliakoudakisis is such a great Greek wine ambassador. We were so lucky to have had her as our wine guide. We saw several really cool Crete winery’s and would highly recommend her as your Guide.
Response from the operator: We are very happy you enjoyed the tasting and the tour and we totally agree that Iro is an amazing wine guide. Thank you very much for your review. Hope to see you soon for another tour in Crete or rest of Greece.
via Tripadvisor
Iro was our Hero.
What an amazing experience in Chania Crete. Our wine tour guide, Iro, was an expert not just about their local wine but also about international wine. Iro provided a unique tour where not only we tasted delicious wine but we also learned about the culture and the history of the places we visited. Iro also has a warm, friendly personality and she was very attentive to details. Iro also made excellent recommendations and coordinated another exceptional wine tasting for us in Santorini.
Response from the operator: We are so happy that you enjoyed the tastings and the services of our beloved sommelier Iro. Looking forward to seeing you again in another wine tour in Crete or in any other region of Greece. Salut!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 18+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $130 to $300
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Grape Escape, who run 4 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 48.6.
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Full-Day Private Chania Wine Tour and Lunch In The Mystic Cellar.: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Chania.
How much does Full-Day Private Chania Wine Tour and Lunch In The Mystic Cellar. cost?
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Prices start at $130 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Chania usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full-Day Private Chania Wine Tour and Lunch In The Mystic Cellar. take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Chania is not rushed.
Is Full-Day Private Chania Wine Tour and Lunch In The Mystic Cellar. worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Chania, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full-Day Private Chania Wine Tour and Lunch In The Mystic Cellar.?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Full-Day Private Chania Wine Tour and Lunch In The Mystic Cellar. suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 18. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 6-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Full-Day Private Chania Wine Tour and Lunch In The Mystic Cellar.?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Chania can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Chania and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full-Day Private Chania Wine Tour and Lunch In The Mystic Cellar. start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Chania within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Chania?
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On Outty we rank every Chania experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Half-Day Rethymno Quad Safari, Elafonisi & Falasarna Small Group Tour from Chania w/snacks, Balos & Falassarna Beach - Jeep Tour with Loungers and Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Chania?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Chania?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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