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Bank Holidays: closed
 
Estimated visit
duration
1 ½ hours
OPENING TIMES APRIL - OCTOBER
 
MONDAY TO SUNDAY 11:30-19:00
(Last tastings start at 17:30)
Bookings for November to March are available upon request.
e-mail: visit@lyrarakis.com
Discover the world of Cretan extra virgin olive oil
Sample a selection of local extra virgin olive oils in certified biodegradable tasting cups and learn how to identify their aromas and flavors. During this interactive tasting, you will gain insight into local olive varieties, olive cultivation and the essential role of olive oil in Cretan tradition, culture and everyday life. The experience is accompanied by breadsticks, barley rusks, green apple and three different varieties of local olives, carefully selected to highlight the character of each olive oil. Tastings can be held at any time between 11:30 - 19:00 (last tasting at 17:30).
 
A guided tour in the vineyards, olive grove, cellar and vine museum is included; tours are scheduled at 11:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30, 16:30 and 17:30.
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