Athens: Cretan Olive Oil Tasting Experience
Overview
Join into the rich flavors of Greece with an extra virgin olive oil tasting at our Deli in Athens. Sample distinctive early harvest and extra virgin olive oils while gaining insight into traditional production techniques. Enjoy tasting two varieties of olives, including the renowned Kalamata and the Koroneiki from Sitia, Crete. Savor handmade olive paste and a traditional Cretan rusk, all while discovering the history of Cretan olive oil. By the end of this session, you’ll appreciate the unique aroma, texture, and flavor that define premium olive oil, with the option to purchase your favorites directly from the shop.
- Experience a guided tasting of extra virgin olive oils in Athens
- Sample olives from Crete, including Kalamata and Koroneiki
- Enjoy handmade olive paste and traditional Cretan rusk
- Learn about the organoleptic features of premium olive oil
What's Included
- Alcoholic beverages Cretan Raki from grapes
- Bottled water
Meeting Location
Voulis 7
Athina 105 62, Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Discover Greece's "Liquid Gold" in the center of Athens!
Experience an unforgettable, interactive Extra Virgin Olive Oil tasting in the heart of the city.
Our Exclusive Tasting Menu (4 STAGES)
Awaken Your Senses: Taste 2 premium olive oils: an intense Early Harvest (Agoureleo) and a perfectly balanced Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
Gifts of the Land: Savor handmade olive paste, 2 exquisite olive varieties (Koroneiki & Kalamata), and authentic, crunchy Cretan rusks.
Create Like a Local: Prepare the famous Cretan "Dakos," elevating it with traditional cheese and fresh ingredients.
The Perfect Finale: Enjoy pure, local thyme honey and a shot of traditional Cretan raki!
Become an Expert & Take Greece Home
Learn from the experts how to evaluate the aroma, texture, and aftertaste of premium olive oils. Every product you taste, along with many more gastronomic treasures from Cretan family farms, is available in our shop.
Book your spot now for the most delicious gastronomic memory!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Alcoholic beverages. Cretan Raki from grapes.
- Bottled water.
The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Athens: Cretan Olive Oil Tasting Experience is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Athens: Cretan Olive Oil Tasting Experience will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
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If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Alcoholic beveragesCretan Raki from grapes
- Bottled water
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
