Private Tour, Knossos Palace, Olive Oil, Pottery, Winery, Lunch
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Tour, Knossos Palace, Olive Oil, Pottery, Winery, Lunch worth booking?
Private Tour, Knossos Palace, Olive Oil, Pottery, Winery, Lunch is a 6-hour experience in Heraklion, Greece, from $90 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 53 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $90 per person
A Certified Guide for Knossos Palace is NOT INCLUDED What sets this tour apart is its **soul**—not just the stops, but the *why* behind them. In just one carefully crafted day, you get a full bite of Crete: its sacred
What you get
- Friendly local escort throughout
- Transport with pick-up/drop-off at Heraklion Port
- Tours and tastings at olive grove, pottery workshop, and winery
- Full lunch in Archanes with drinks
About this experience
A Certified Guide for Knossos Palace is NOT INCLUDED What sets this tour apart is its **soul**—not just the stops, but the *why* behind them. In just one carefully crafted day, you get a full bite of Crete: its sacred flavors, its living crafts, its wine-soaked hospitality, and its ancient myths. We don’t rush. We don’t overpack. We do it the old Cretan way—slow, generous, and real. You’ll taste olive oil from groves where the trees are older than some civilizations. You’ll meet a potter whose hands remember secrets passed down for generations. You’ll drink wines born from volcanic soil and eat a village lunch the way locals do on a Sunday. And finally, you’ll walk in the footsteps of kings and legends at Knossos. No staged folklore, no touristy fluff—just the Crete we love, shared with you the way it was always meant to be: with heart, time, and good company.
What's included
Included
- Friendly local escort throughout
- Transport with pick-up/drop-off at Heraklion Port
- Tours and tastings at olive grove, pottery workshop, and winery
- Full lunch in Archanes with drinks
Not included
- Licensed guide for Knossos (optional, upon request)
- Knossos Palace Admission (20 Euros / Person)
What you'll see and do
The Palace of Knossos
Start the day walking through the remnants of Europe’s oldest civilization. The Palace of Knossos brings myth and reality face to face. Entrance ticket (€20) and certified guide not included—but we can easily pre-book the guide for you.
90 minutes here
Olive Grove Farm Tour & Tasting Start your day in an olive grove surrounded by the quiet wisdom of ancient trees. Discover how Cretan olive oil is produced, taste fresh bread dipped in golden oil, and enjoy a mini snack infused with herbs and simplicity. A nourishing and peaceful start to your day.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Next stop: earth and fire. Get inspired at this traditional pottery workshop where the Kaparounakis family has shaped clay for generations. Watch the wheel in action and, if you're feeling bold, try your hand at the craft. It's humbling—in the best way.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Titakis Wines - Fabrika Wine Experience
Into the vineyard! Meet the makers, explore the cellars, and enjoy a relaxed tasting of five local wines, each paired with small bites. Dry, fruity, bold—each glass tells a different Cretan story.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Archanes
In a charming stone-built village that feels like time stopped, enjoy a full-course Cretan lunch under the shade of vines. Local wine flows, raki follows, and you'll understand why "slow food" started here.
90 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
Elounda & Agios Nikolaos Rate
Pick-up Areas: Elounda, Agios Nikolaos Private Tour Duration: 8 hours Traditional Meal Premium Minivan Pickup included
Heraklion Prefecture Rate
Pickup included
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
- LocalTrips4U "Experience True Crete"
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Photos
Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Private Tour, Knossos Palace, Olive Oil, Pottery, Winery, Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fabulous Look at Life in Crete
This was our favorite tour during our 9 day trip to Greece - we loved everything about it. Our tour guide was terrific - she was very personable and we really enjoyed chatting with her throughout the day. (I'm only sorry I can't remember her name!). Knossos Palace is CROWDED - and it was hot - there were long lines to get in and we were there for about 90 minutes and decided to leave, to make sure we had plenty of time for everything else. Our personalized tour of Titakis winery and the tasting was lovely, we really enjoyed the experience (and of course took some home to enjoy!). Same for the olive farm, it was such an eye opening experience to see how the family makes their olive oil and nothing goes to waste! We brought lots of items home from there as well! We finished off with an amazing lunch - they just started bringing more and more dishes, each one delicious and what struck us was the hospitality. Everyone was so happy to show us a piece of their "everyday lives" and as my husband gushed at the end of the day, that is EXACTLY what we hoped to see. HIGHLY recommend this tour.
Response from the operator: What a joy to read your review — thank you for taking us along on your 9-day Greek adventure, and we’re honored this tour stood out as your favorite! It sounds like the day unfolded just as we hope it does: a bit of history, a taste of the land, and, most importantly, heartfelt connections with the people behind it all. You're absolutely right about Knossos — it can feel like half of Europe is there some mornings — but we’re glad you listened to your instincts and made room for the true soul of the day: the olive grove, the wine, the long lunch, and the warmth of real Cretan hospitality. That moment when the dishes just keep coming... it’s not just lunch, it’s an embrace. Ευχαριστούμε πολύ — your kind words mean more than you know.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $90 to $480
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by LocalTrips4U "Experience True Crete", who run 19 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 51.2.
See everything LocalTrips4U "Experience True Crete" runsWhy this scores 53
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Tour, Knossos Palace, Olive Oil, Pottery, Winery, Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Heraklion.
How much does Private Tour, Knossos Palace, Olive Oil, Pottery, Winery, Lunch cost?
+
Prices start at $90 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Heraklion usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Tour, Knossos Palace, Olive Oil, Pottery, Winery, Lunch take?
+
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 Heraklion is not rushed.
Is Private Tour, Knossos Palace, Olive Oil, Pottery, Winery, Lunch worth it?
+
It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Heraklion, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Tour, Knossos Palace, Olive Oil, Pottery, Winery, Lunch?
+
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 Private Tour, Knossos Palace, Olive Oil, Pottery, Winery, Lunch suitable for kids and families?
+
Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Tour, Knossos Palace, Olive Oil, Pottery, Winery, Lunch?
+
Around 0 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 Heraklion 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?
+
Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Heraklion and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Tour, Knossos Palace, Olive Oil, Pottery, Winery, Lunch start and how do I get there?
+
The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Heraklion 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 Heraklion?
+
On Outty we rank every Heraklion experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Knossos - Zeus Cave - Old Traditional Villages-Olive Oil Factory, Knossos & Lasithi Plateau: Zeus Cave, Villages, Olive Oil Tour, 5Hour Safari Tour in Crete(Heraklion)with Quad,Jeep,Buggy & 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 Heraklion?
+
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 Heraklion?
+
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?
+
Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
Ready to lock in your spot?
Pick a date, choose your group, and see the exact price for Private Tour, Knossos Palace, Olive Oil, Pottery, Winery, Lunch.
Pick your date
