Intro
Explore the real spirit of Crete with the visit of an authentic tsikoudia distillery. Meet the owner and let him show you both the ancestral and modern ways of creating the most iconic beverage of Crete. Sit with him and make your very own glass of warm rakomello!
You will then head to a lovely stone-built family winery. After a stroll in the herbs garden, visit the production area with your guide. From the sorting of the grapes to the pressing, the vinification and the ageing process, discover the different stages of the creation of wine. You will even have the chance to learn about the traditional method used in Champagne to create sparkling wine.
End the day on a delicious note with a complete food and wine pairing menu. Each of the traditional dishes matches one of the 4 wines to taste. Served by your private wine guide, discover the delicate art of food and wine pairing and learn how to make the flavours balance and enhance your culinary experience.
Included in this tour
- Guided tour of an authentic Cretan distillery
- Tasting of 3 rakis and making of 1 rakomello
- Private wine guide for professional commentary
- 4 wines to taste
- Cretan mezze food and wine pairing lunch at the winery
- Complementary bottled water
- Pick-up and drop off from your hotel (if within 10km from Rethymno)
- No other guests on the tour
- All fees, insurance and taxes
Practical Information
10.00 a.m. from Rethymno hotels (if within 10km from the centre)
Tour available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from April to October
Transportation charges may vary if pick up location is more than 10km from the center of Rethymno.
Dress Code
Warm clothes for Spring and Autumn.
Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses for Summer.
Comfortable walking shoes.
Easy
Requires some walking
Please email us for an offer of 8 people or more
Corporate tours available
Gift Vouchers available upon request
