Round-Trip Shuttle: Lyrarakis Winery or Politakis Olive Mill

What makes this shuttle service unique is the freedom to choose between two authentic Cretan producer experiences. Select either Lyrarakis Winery for a wine-focused visit or Politakis Olive Mill to discover the world of Cretan olive oil. Travellers choosing different options can share the journey from Heraklion, enjoy their selected venue and return together. With a central meeting point, organised round-trip transportation and a small-group minivan, there is no need to rent a car, arrange an expensive taxi or worry about driving after a wine tasting. The shuttle price covers transportation only, allowing each traveller to choose and pay for the experience that suits them best.

1. 1

   Heraklion

   30 min

   Meeting Point – LocalTrips4U Office, Heraklion Meet our team at the LocalTrips4U office in Heraklion and check in for your morning olive oil experience. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure. Transfer to Politakis Olive Mill – 30 Minutes Travel by comfortable shuttle through the Cretan countryside to Politakis Olive Mill.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   1 hour

   Begin with a guided walk through the olive grove and learn about olive cultivation, harvesting, and the importance of olive trees in Cretan life. Continue inside the olive mill to discover how olives are processed and how high-quality extra virgin olive oil is produced. The experience concludes with a guided tasting of three exquisite qualities of olive oil. Learn how to recognise their aromas, flavours, texture, and distinctive characteristics.

3. 3

   Lyrarakis Winery

   1.5 hours

   Spend approximately 90 minutes at Lyrarakis Winery, surrounded by the vineyards and peaceful countryside of Alagni. Depending on the experience you reserve directly with the winery, you can join a guided visit through the vineyards, cellar and vine museum before discovering wines produced from distinctive Cretan grape varieties. Choose a guided wine tasting and, if available, add local food pairings or a vineyard picnic. The shuttle price includes transportation only; winery tours, tastings and food must be booked and paid for separately directly with Lyrarakis Winery.

4. 4

   Heraklion

   30 min

   Return Transfer to Heraklion – 30 Minutes After the tasting, board the shuttle for the return journey to our Heraklion office.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.