Crete is renowned for its rich history of wine production, making it the second-largest wine-producing region in all of Greece. A vine harvest day trip in Crete offers a unique opportunity to delve into the traditional art of winemaking. Spend a day in a family vineyard, harvesting local grape varieties and engaging in the age-old practice of stomping grapes with your bare feet. Gain insight into every step of the winemaking process, including ancient techniques passed down through generations. Immerse yourself in the warmth of Cretan hospitality by visiting a family cottage and savoring a traditional dinner paired with local delicacies and abundant wine. This experience provides a genuine glimpse into the local culture and allows you to partake in a timeless Cretan tradition.

Embark on a day of exploration at a family vineyard, offering a truly authentic glimpse into rural life in Crete. Engage in the ancient tradition of winemaking in Crete as you participate in a vine harvest, interact with a local family, and learn firsthand about traditional winemaking practices. Your driver will pick you up from your hotel and transport you to the vineyard, where you’ll receive a warm welcome from the local family and a brief tour of the premises. Armed with a bucket and pruning shears, you’ll harvest unique grape varieties indigenous to Crete, including romeiko, vidiano, vilana, kotsifali, and mantilari. While you work, enjoy the festive atmosphere with locals singing and dancing to traditional Cretan tunes.

Explore a 19th-century Cretan home featuring distinct rooms representing various eras of the island’s history, providing valuable insights into Cretan culture and traditions. Venture into the wine cellars to witness the next stage of winemaking, where the grapes you harvested are prepared for stomping. Step into the old cellar and engage in the age-old tradition of stomping grapes with your feet, observing as the first juice emerges. After a rigorous stomping process, watch as the grapes absorb the juice, transforming into either a rose or mid-red hue.

Conclude your day of labor with a traditional Cretan dinner comprising local delicacies and ample wine, a fitting reward for your hard work. Raise a glass and toast to a fulfilling experience!