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Elounda Wine tasting & winery tours

Our most recommended Elounda Wine tasting & winery tours

From Heraklion: Cave of Zeus & Knossos Palace Private Tour

1. From Heraklion: Cave of Zeus & Knossos Palace Private Tour

Embark on a private day trip and leave Heraklion to explore the archeological site of the Palace of Knossos. Learn more about Cretan history at the site, take in the art and architecture, and relax while absorbing the local atmosphere and admiring the local villages. Journey through East Crete and admire the sights of the Lassithi Plateau and its forests and fertile land. Discover quaint villages, learn more about the local lifestyle, and see Cretan art and the remnants of the Byzantine Empire. Tuck in to delicious local food at an eatery recommended by your guide, and enjoy authentic Cretan food while on the tour. Amble in the footsteps of gods to the Cave of Zeus. Plunge into the mythical birthplace of the god Zeus sense the sanctity of this ancient site. Luxuriate in the eternal magnificence of the Minoan ruins and frescoes while in Knossos Palace. Succumb to the personalized service of a top history-archaeology guide and be stimulated by eclectic information and a stress-free pace in all archaeological areas.

From Elounda: Knossos Palace & West Crete Private Tour

2. From Elounda: Knossos Palace & West Crete Private Tour

We have designed this unforgettable trip to submerge you into an authentic way of life in one of the island's most beautiful regions while gaining a deeper understanding of the relationship between history, stunning escapes, gastronomy, and the authentic Cretan local lifestyle. You will also visit the world-famous Palace of Knossos, where your expert guide will ensure skip-the-line access to all archaeological areas, key pieces of information, and extra-personalized attention. Then, from the history and cultural experience, you will be immersed in another time wandering the unspoiled Cretan landscape along with authentic layers of flavors, wines, and village life of the island of Crete. Enjoy personal pick-up and drop-off with a premium vehicle at your full-day disposal, like a true VIP

Spinalonga Island Guided Day Trip with Tavern Lunch & Wine

3. Spinalonga Island Guided Day Trip with Tavern Lunch & Wine

Start with pickup from your hotel and travel by spacious bus through small towns to the picturesque fishing village of Elounda. Then, board a privately booked traditional wooden fishing boat which will take you on a short cruise to the island of Spinalonga. Hear as your professional guide will share insights and stories of a former leper colony and the history of Spinalonga Island. After a guided walking tour on the island, board the boat and sail to the beautiful village of Plaka. Upon arrival, enjoy a lunch of local specialties in a traditional Greek tavern with a cozy atmosphere. Choose between fresh fish or chicken, enjoy some local wine, and enjoy the views of the coastline. Finally, visit the town of Agios Nikolaos for some time for further exploring and shopping. At the end of the tour, the bus will take you back to your pickup point near your hotel.

From Elounda: Knossos Palace, Museum & Wine Private Day Trip

4. From Elounda: Knossos Palace, Museum & Wine Private Day Trip

Join your local guide to discover some of the highlights of Crete with transportation in a chauffeured vehicle. Discover the ruins and frescoes of Knossos Palace, explore the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, and sample wine at different Cretan wineries. Step back in time and discover a place where history and myth were indistinguishable at the Knossos Palace. Escorted by your driver, make your way into the heart of central Crete, a rich Minoan land filled with olive groves and wine-red earth. Discover boutique award-winning vineyards and sample Cretan vintages. Admire the unique artworks at the Heraklion Archaeological Museum and discover each hall at your own pace. In the evening, take in the sites and aromas of the local cuisine as you stroll through the fortified city of Heraklion.

From Elounda: Rethymno - Argiroupoli - Kournas Lake - Chania

5. From Elounda: Rethymno - Argiroupoli - Kournas Lake - Chania

Embark on an incredible cultural adventure along the western side of Crete. Discover traditional villages and striking landscapes on a private guided trip from Agios Nikolaos and Elounda. Make the most of your experience by adding a wine tasting or local lunch at your own expense. Get picked up from your accommodation in Agios Nikolaos or Elounda and head out on a journey through West Crete. With a chauffeured vehicle at your full-day disposal, explore the Venetian city of Rethymno, the charming Lake Kournas, and the romantic town of Chania. Take a break in the ancient village of Argyroupolis for the chance to purchase lunch and eat in a cozy setting, surrounded by mountainous waterfalls. Last but not least, you can also add a guided tasting of homemade wine by Lake Kournas.

From Elounda: Minoan Palaces with Winery & Matala Beach Tour

6. From Elounda: Minoan Palaces with Winery & Matala Beach Tour

Hop down to the heart of Central Crete, the beloved land of our ancestors, and let the wonders of the Minoan world collide on this luxurious passage of time. From the comfort of a premium chauffeured vehicle & escorted by our top local insider revel in the endless luxuries of the ancient Messara plain where wine-red fertile soils treasure lavish vineyards & the oldest olive groves stretch perennially toward the horizon. Visit a family award-winning winery set on the peak of allure panoramas & let our passionate winemakers immerse you into their intoxicating world. Luxuriate in ages unearthing the Bronze Age palaces of Phaistos & Gortyna along with storied villages & monasteries.

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What people are saying about Elounda

Where to begin, with this fantastic experience? We truly enjoyed ourselves on this tour. While the very comfortable transport from Zach, the sights, villages and culinary delights of Lassithi and Crete, the highly impressive Cave of Zeus (that really satisfied our Zeus-fanatic), an engaging and detailed private tour at Knossos Palace all contribute, our guide Alex shone and really made the tour a must do. His enthusiasm, ability to engage and captivate the whole family, wealth of knowledge, warmth and apparent deep friendship with everyone on Crete elevated our experience beyond anything comparable. The tour company was also very flexible and accommodated a change in drop-off, so we could meet friends in a last minute plan, followed by a later additional pick-up to take us back to our hotel, over an hour away.

Boat trip and Spinalonga 1A, excellent lunch in the restaurant, in the tour description there was a visit to a herb farm in the afternoon with an explanation of how the oils are made. However, there was no such thing. Otherwise very nice