Greece · Rural Experiences

8-Hour West Crete Jeep Safari with Anoskeli Wine and Olive Oil

8 Hours Round trip from Χανιά Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the Saint John the Hermit cave and its historic "secret school" site
02 See and photograph the 3000-5000-year-old olive tree of Ano Vouves
03 Taste organic extra virgin olive oil and five local wines at Anoskeli
04 Explore the rugged mainland of West Crete by 7-seater 4WD
05 Enjoy gorge views, wild landscapes, and a traditional Cretan lunch

Explore the mainland of West Crete on an adventurous tasting tour that goes beyond a simple winery visit. Travel in comfortable 7-seater 4WD vehicles to places buses and minibuses cannot reach, from the Saint John the Hermit cave and the ancient olive tree of Ano Vouves to Anoskeli's olive mill and winery. Taste organic extra virgin olive oil and five local wines, then continue through Crete's rugged countryside for gorge views, wild landscapes, and a traditional Cretan lunch with wine or beer and dessert.

Taste the organic extra virgin olive oil, spread on warm bread with oregano, salt, and lemon juice.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Chania, Crete

Languages English, Greek

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

West Crete Jeep Safari with Anoskeli Tastings

Saint John the Hermit Cave: At our first stop, you will visit the "Saint John the Hermit" cave, where he lived in the 16th century for three years. You will enjoy the view from the Aegean Sea to the north up to the White Mountains to the south. During the Ottoman occupation, this same cave was also a "secret school," where young boys from the nearby villages learned to read and write Greek.
Ano Vouves: Admire it, touch it, and take plenty of photos of the unique 3000-5000-year-old olive tree, which is still productive. You will also see a traditional stone olive mill and a typical small farm in Crete. There will be time for a cup of coffee, mountain tea, or fresh orange juice as you enjoy your time in the countryside.
Anoskeli: At Anoskeli's olive mill and winery, the sommeliers and the wine and olive oil producers, as professionals in their sector, will inform you about the wine and olive oil as they serve you. Taste the organic extra virgin olive oil, spread on warm bread with oregano, salt, and lemon juice. Continue with a winery experience by trying five different labels of local wine, accompanied by Cretan snacks. Keep your privacy and enjoy your time tasting local products.
The mainland of West Crete: It is the right time to see what we offer beyond our competitors. Driving on rough roads in the countryside, you will explore the mainland of the western part of Crete, where there are olive trees, vineyards, many small villages, and gorges. You will enjoy the view of Topolia or Sebronas Gorge, depending on the restaurant where we decide to serve lunch. Admire and take plenty of photos of the wild natural landscape. You may also see local mountain goats and watch vultures flying high from their nests.
Restaurant: Depending on the period of the year when you join the tour, we choose a different restaurant, trying, if possible, to avoid crowded places at lunchtime. Your delicious lunch will consist of traditional Cretan flavours with seasonal salad, wine, beer, and dessert.