From Rethymno to Knossos Palace Olive Oil and Winery Tour & Lunch

Poltakis Olive Mill offers visitors an authentic introduction to Crete’s long tradition of olive oil production. Guests can learn how olives are transformed into extra virgin olive oil, discover the differences between various types of Cretan olive oil, and enjoy a guided tasting of locally produced oils. It is a simple, genuine experience that connects visitors with one of the most important ingredients of Cretan life and cuisine.

1 h 10 min

Stironas Raki Distillery offers visitors a genuine taste of one of Crete’s oldest traditions. Guests can discover how **tsikoudia (raki)** is produced, learn about the traditional distillation process, and enjoy local flavors in a warm, village atmosphere. It is an authentic Cretan experience where hospitality, tradition, and the aromas of the *kazani* come together.

1 h 30 min

Caffe Ουζερί **«Η Μουρνιά»** is a traditional Cretan café-ouzeri where visitors can enjoy simple local dishes, meze, coffee, wine, and raki in a relaxed village setting. It offers an authentic glimpse into everyday Cretan life, with homemade flavors, warm hospitality, and the unhurried atmosphere of a true local gathering place.

1 h 30 min

Walk through the gates of **Knossos Palace** and step into the world of the Minoans, where history and mythology still seem to share the same corridors. More than 3,500 years ago, this extraordinary palace was the heart of one of Europe’s earliest civilizations and later became forever linked with the legends of **King Minos, the Minotaur, and the Labyrinth**. Explore the Throne Room, vivid frescoes, royal apartments, grand staircases, and ancient storerooms while imagining the ceremonies, trade, and daily life that once filled this remarkable place.

1 h 30 min