Do you want to learn more about Cretan wine and especially one of the best bio wines in lovely Crete?

Then join us for an extraordinary wine experience that will open your eyes to Cretan wine.

We pick you up from your cruise ship at Chania or Souda Port and drive you through the countryside and off-road routes through olive trees and vineyards, the best panoramic view from above, a guided tour in the vineyards, a winery tour with wine tasting by professional sommeliers accompanied by a cheese platter.

Starting our premium safari for a unique wine experience we visit the hill of Vatolakkos where Manousakis vineyards are located, through an exciting off-road route up to the top of the hill at 700 meters altitude!

This magnificent location, with a panoramic view of the north part of Crete accompanied by the natural environment, the vineyards, and the fresh air retaliates with the best feeling ever.

We continue our tour by visiting the Manousakis winery for a five-wine tasting accompanied by a cheese platter.

At the highlight of our excursion, immerse yourself in the charm of Manousakis Winery. Engage in an informative tour of the winery's premises, delving into the artistry and craftsmanship behind their renowned wines. The five-wine tasting experience presents an array of flavors, perfectly complemented by a full meal showcasing authentic Cretan delicacies. Revel in the opportunity to savor unlimited glasses of wine, enriching your understanding of Cretan viticulture.

This comprehensive winery tour promises an immersive journey through the heart of winemaking, blending adventure, education, and indulgence.

Set off at Winerys Terrace area will conclude this unique experience before we return to your cruise ship.

Price

85.00€ Adults Aged 13-up
65.00€ Children aged from 12 and below
The prices are for group participation with a minimum of 4 pax to start

Price Includes

- Souda or Chania Old Harbor port free pick up and drop off
- Premium off-road vehicles (5 or 7 or 9 seater) driven by multilingual escort drivers
- Off-road vineyard tour Entrance fees for the winery, tasting of five wines and cheese platter
- Liability Insurance and local Taxes

Not Included 

- Extra wine consumption or meals or snacks to accompany the tasting
- Gratuities

Schedule & Pick up times

- 10:00 Souda or Chania Old harbor
- Different times upon request and according to availability.

Duration

- 4 Hours approx.

Distance

60 km

Altitude Difference 

700m

Cancellation Policy 

- 15 and more days before departure – retention of deposit
- 14-3 days before departure – 50% will be charged 
- Less than 2 days before departure – 100% will be charged

Notes

- Ideal for everyone, youth groups, single or couple participants.
- The trip is not recommended for children under 4 years old.
- The wine tasting is not available for children under 18 years old.

Road Map Summary

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Don't Forget

- Don’t forget your comfortable shoes, for example, trekking shoes or sandals, a camera, sun protection, etc. During spring and autumn, we advise you to bring a jacket.
- Our partner reserves the right to make minor changes in the program when considered necessary. For example in case of unfavorable weather conditions. This can be done without prior notice.
- Reservations must be made no later than 24 hours prior to departure. Any cancellation must be made according to our cancelation policy. In case of late cancellations, no refund will be made.
- If a tour is canceled due to insufficient participants or adverse weather conditions, we will refund 100% of made payments.

Adventure Tips

The trip is ideal for everyone who's looking for an experience beyond the ordinary, for example, youth groups, single or couple participants, families with older children, and companies.

The trip has guided stops every 30-40 minutes, for everyone's convenience.   

When meals are included, our partner can arrange vegetarian alternatives, but the information is required upon reservation. This also counts for any kind of food allergies, in order to find suitable alternatives if possible.