Olive Oil Tasting Crete and Private Tour Knossos

Private tour to Knossos and then we will visit a family traditional Olive Oil farm. 

Knossos Palace:
built in 2000 BC. Knossos was the prosperous Minoan Capital and the residence of King Minos. Some believe that the intricate Palace with its many rooms was the mythical labyrinth. By discovering the site not too long ago, archaeologists found the first of all advanced civilizations in Europe.

Olive oil tasting experience:
After Knossos, we will reach a traditional oil farm. The farm’s land includes hundreds of ancient olive trees cultivated since the 1900s. A friendly staff welcome you to the oil grove, guides you to the facilities and explains to you the production of oil at all stages. Finally, you will have the opportunity to try 3 different types of oil in combination with Cretan delicacies as well as the famous balsamic vinegar. The tour lasts about 2 hours

Heraklion city:
there will be time to visit the market, and the shops and have lunch and a visit to the Venetian port of Heraklion the old castle Koules is built on two tiers and offers a commanding view of Heraklion from the battlements. Walking in the old town, we reach St. Titus' Cathedral, an impressive sight. The Loggia is a wonderful example of a Venetian building.