RTH02. Explore the Secrets of Wine and Olives

Cretan Wine Secrets: Begin the excursion with a visit to Klados Winery in Panormos. Delight in a personalized wine tour guided by the owner, unlocking the mysteries behind Cretan wines and experiencing an enticing wine tasting that reveals the region's longevity secrets.

Historic Halepa Monastery among Stunning Landscapes: Travel along the coastline, passing through villages like Sisses and Aloides. Enjoy panoramic views of Psiloritis and Mylopotamos area. Explore the historic Halepa Monastery, known for sheltering Cretan rebels during civil wars, amidst the captivating landscapes.

Olive Oil Discovery: Embark on a journey through picturesque villages like Doxaro, Apladiana, and Agia, nestled amid lush greenery, vineyards, and olive groves. Visit a traditional and modern olive mill in Melidoni village. Learn about the olive oil production process, from ancient handmade methods to modern techniques, and savor the flavors of local olive oil.

Cretan Cuisine Delights: Indulge in the flavors of Cretan cuisine at a charming village tavern in Melidoni, and embrace local hospitality with an array of delicacies.

This unique wine and olive escape offers not just an exploration of culinary traditions but an adventure embracing Greek hospitality. Enrich your senses with breathtaking sights, professional yet relaxed service, and an unforgettable immersion into the heart of Cretan culture.

RTH02. Explore the Secrets of Wine and Olives, Itinerary

08:30 - 09:45: Pickups (1 h 15 min)
09:45 - 10:00: Drive to Klados Winery (15 minutes)
10:00 - 10:50: Winery Tour & Tasting Stop (50 minutes)
10:50 - 11:30: Drive to Halepa Monastery (off-road) (40 minutes)
11:30 - 12:00: Monastery Stop (30 minutes)
12:00 - 12:25: Drive to mountain View point (off-road) (25 minutes)
12:25 - 12:35: Mountain View point photo stop (10 minutes)
12:35 - 13:15: Drive to Melidoni olive oil mill (40 minutes)
13:15 - 13:45: Olive oil tour and tasting stop (30 minutes)
13:45 - 13:55: Drive to Melidoni village (10 minutes)
13:55 - 15:15: Melidoni lunch stop (1 h 20 min)
15:15 - 16:30: Drive back to pick up points (1 h 15 min)

*Time schedules may vary depending on group size and weather conditions

**Highlights
Visit a winery tour with tasting
Visit an olive mill tour with olive oil tasting
Visit Halepa Monastery
Lunch with Cretan platters
Off-road tour, marvel old olive trees, vineyards and Cretan villages
Embark on a semi private tour for up to 6 or 8 persons per vehicle

**Pick up times per area
8:30 Georgioupoli
8:35 Kavros
9:00 Rethymnon
9:15 Platanias
9:25 Adelianos Kambos
9:30 Stavromenos
9:45 Panormos
Pick up will be at the hotel that guests are staying

**Price Includes
Free hotel pick up and drop off
Premium off-road vehicles (7 or 9 seater) driven by multilingual escort-drivers
Entrance fees for the olive mill tour and tasting
Entrance fees for the winery tour and tasting
Lunch with Cretan delicacies
Liability insurance and local taxes

**Price Does Not Include
Wine or beers or refreshments in tavern
Purchases in the winery or olive mill visit
Gratuities

**Don't Forget
Don’t forget your comfortable shoes, for example trekking shoes or sandals, camera, sun protection, etc. During spring and autumn, we advise you to bring a
jacket.

The trip is not recommended to people suffering from car sickness, having mobility or kinetic or back problems, pregnant women or for children younger than 7 years old
as we don't provide baby seats, or people taller than 195 cm or heavier than 130 kg. Alcohol consumption is not allowed to minors under age of 18 years old. Uncharted Escapes reserves the right to make minor changes in the program when considered necessary, for example, in case of unfavourable weather conditions. This can be done without any prior notice.

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