Private Heraklion Wine Country Tour

Private Heraklion Wine Country Tour

The region of Heraklion is the largest wine region of Crete where the majority of wineries are situated. On this private and exclusive tour, dive into the world of Crete’s indigenous grapes, explore some of the region’s most beautiful scenery and vineyards, lightly trek to ancient wine presses, hidden Byzantine churches and taste some of the best wines that Crete has to offer.

Explore two authentic Cretan wineries, their vineyards and cellars while learning their stories. Finally, indulge in a full wine and Cretan lunch pairing at a winery, one of the healthiest cuisines of the Mediterranean.

The itineraries in Heraklion wine zone are designed exclusively based on your wine profile and set for you personally prior to the tour.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Lyrarakis Winery, Alagni, Heraklion, Crete 70300 Greece

We start our escape with a wine tasting under the olive tree in the picturesque vineyards of Lyrarakis. Their full range is on offer for tasting along with a show and tell around the property.

We'll also be visiting hidden gems in and around the area such as Byzantine churches and historical monuments.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Domaine Paterianakis, Heraklion, Crete 71003 Greece

Next, we visit the Paterianakis sisters to explore their winery, taste their low intervention biodynamic wines and sit down for a lunch with wine pairing.

We'll also be visiting hidden gems in and around the area such as Byzantine churches and historical monuments.

Duration: 2 hours