Cretan Distillery Tour: Explore Wine and Raki Tasting in Authentic Family Distillery
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Knosos
Embark on a cultural journey in Crete with this tour that includes a visit to a raki distillery. Discover the secrets behind the renowned local alcoholic beverage served as a welcome drink to travelers. Experience a top-rated family distillery and taste Raki along with wines, all made from native local grape varieties.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Stironas - Arriving at a family-run wine and Raki distillery. A family business with a great history, dating back to the 1930s. A detailed guided tour will help you understand how wine and Raki are produced and all the steps from farm to table. \nYou will enter yourself in a small cellar with wine barrels and with the help of the winemaker you will be able to taste wine from any barrel. You can also fill your own wine in a bottle seal it with wax and have a handwritten label with the winemaker’s signature. A unique experience that few have the chance to experience.\nA light lunch with local delicacies will also take place at the distillery by trying several alcohol grades of raki as well as flavored raki.\n\nThe Cretan Tsikoudia, humble from its very beginnings, was traditionally produced from ancient Cretan varieties’ grape remnants. It was used as medication, but also to welcome guests, begin a meal, a celebration, or a friendly chat.
What's Included
- Bottled water included
- Complimentary snacks provided
- Comfort with in-vehicle air conditioning
- No hidden costs with all fees and taxes included
- Experience local flavors with Raki and wine tasting
What's Not Included
- Lunch
Location
The Palace of Knossos
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Silversparr0w
Oct 19, 2023
A day spent at hidden gems with locals - Fantastic tour, well spent with our tour guide Alex. This person knows so much about olive oil and Raki, he is the Cretan version of Google. Book the tour and leave the rest to ALEX!!!! Alex is the MAN.
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