8 Olive Grove Tours in Greece Worth the Trip

1.Olive Farm Tour with Tasting of Local Delicacies

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 411 reviews · 1 day · from $23Our pick

At Kleanthi Olive Farm in Skalani, an English-speaking guide leads you through ancient olive trees and the working mill before a generous tasting of oil, bread, cheese, fruit, meat, honey, and herbs. Guides such as Mary, Maria, and Theodora explain each step. Allow extra time for shopping, and arrange your own transport.

“The experience was exactly what we were looking for. We rented a car, so getting there was easy. We needed a short visit as we had other plans, and it was perfect. The olive oil tasting and other regional products exceeded our expectations! Highly recommended!”

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2.Traditional Olive Grove and Dragon Fruit Farm Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 118 reviews · 1h 30m · from $9Best value

Spend about 90 minutes with Alex at a generations-old Cretan olive farm. Walk among the trees, learn how olives become oil, see dragon fruit cultivation, taste oil with bread, and enjoy coffee or dragon fruit tea. You may also harvest fruit, depending on availability.

“Fantastic trip, very informative and delicious. Thank you Alex for sharing with us your knowledge and food, it was incredible and very appreciated! If you're still not sure about booking this kne, please do. Thank you! :)”

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3.Kleanthi Olive Farm: Guided Tour with Local Delicacies Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $25Top rated

At Kleanthi Family Olive Farm near Heraklion, guides such as George, Mary, Yannis, and Theodora lead you through the olive groves and mill before a generous tasting of oils, bread, cheese, fruit, honey, and other Cretan foods. The 75-minute visit ends at the farm shop.

“We love olive oil and this was a great experience for all of us. Great insights and food pairing. Totally recommended if you are in Crete.”

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4.Private Traditional Olive Grove and Dragon Fruit Farm Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $9

Meet Alex at his family farm near Heraklion for a close look at traditional olive growing, snail farming, and dragon fruit cultivation. The farm walk is followed by homemade olives, marmalades, honey, cheese, bread, tomatoes, drinks, and espresso. You can also enjoy Cretan hill views from the shaded terrace.

“We had such a great time at the farm. Alex the farmer was very friendly an lovely man. At the farm was a beautiful view over the cretan hills. Johanna :)”

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5.Snail and olive farm tour with table olives & homemade sweet

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 1 day · from $14

Meet Stavros and Vaso at their small farm near Tylisos, about 20 minutes from Heraklion. You’ll see native Helix aspersa Mueller snails in a shaded greenhouse, walk through the olive trees, learn how table olives and oil are made, and finish with water, homemade sweet, and a relaxed chat about Cretan life.

“we had an awesome experience, we enjoyed ourselves for hours. the snails and whole tour was so cute. very hospitable guide.”

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6.Cretan Farmers Brunch and Olive Grove Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 7 reviews · 1h 30m · from $35

Meet Alex Alexakis at his traditional olive grove and dragon fruit farm near Heraklion for a 90-minute private experience. Walk among the trees, learn how olive oil is produced, then sit down to a generous Cretan brunch of omelette, dolmadakia, herb pies, salad, cheese pies, and possibly fresh dragon fruit. English and Greek are spoken.

“Alex the owner was amazing! Personable, funny, and very knowledgeable as he serves in all capacities of the farm operations and promotion. Definitely an authentic experience. The food is amazing and you will be more than satisfied. He takes time to thoroughly answer questions and you will learn a lot. A must do!”

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7.Knossos, Zeus Cave, Traditional village, Olive Farm

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 4 reviews · 6 hours

Travel by private, air-conditioned vehicle from Heraklion or Rethymno to Knossos, Zeus Cave, Krasi, and an olive farm. You’ll taste oil, honey, and wine, then see olive soap and oil production. English-speaking drivers include Zisis and Kostas. Cave access requires a moderate hike.

“The driver Zisis was great, it was so nice to not have to worry about driving, parking, or directions. I just got to enjoy my time and the sights.”

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8.Sounion Highlights: Vouliagmeni, Olive Farm, Poseidon Temple, Thorikos Theatre

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $450

Take a private 6 to 7-hour drive from Athens to Sounion in a Mercedes or Audi with an English-speaking driver. You’ll see the Athens Riviera, stop at Lake Vouliagmeni, enjoy a farm-to-fork lunch, visit Poseidon’s Temple, and walk into the ancient Thorikos Theatre. Guide Dem has earned special praise for making the day memorable.

“Great experience! Dem, our guide, was knowledgeable and made our trip memorable. The farm was delightful. I recommend this tour! Double thumbs up!”

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