Tastes of Kefalonia: Visit Winery, Organic Farm, Olive Mill

Kefalonia, a Greek island known for its stunning landscapes and rich culinary heritage, offers a unique opportunity to explore its flavors. Visitors can embark on a 6-hour tour that takes them through a winery, organic farm, and olive mill, immersing them in the region’s viticulture and olive cultivation. With tastings of renowned Robola wine and high-quality extra virgin olive oil, as well as a hands-on cooking class, this tour promises to tantalize the taste buds and provide a deeper understanding of Kefalonia’s gastronomic traditions.

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Key Points

Comprehensive culinary tour of Kefalonia, including visits to a winery, organic farm, and olive mill, offering immersive experiences in the island’s food and drink heritage.
Carefully curated itinerary with well-planned transportation to seventeen pickup and drop-off locations, ensuring a seamless and convenient experience.
Culinary experiences include wine tasting, olive oil tasting, traditional Kefalonian breakfast, and a hands-on cooking class in a historic Kefalonian house.
Expert guidance on the history of viticulture and olive cultivation in Kefalonia, providing insights into the region’s unique grape varieties and PDO-protected olive oil.
Tour suitable for most participants, with excellent customer reviews, free cancellation, and a ‘reserve now, pay later’ option available.

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Tour Overview

The Tastes of Kefalonia tour offers visitors a comprehensive exploration of the island’s culinary heritage, including visits to a winery, organic farm, and olive mill.

Enjoy Kefalonia’s culinary legacy through visits to a winery, organic farm, and olive mill.

The 6-hour excursion is priced from £75.76 per person, with free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance and a ‘reserve now, pay later’ option.

Seventeen pickup and drop-off locations are available across Kefalonia, and transportation is provided via bus or coach.

The tour includes tastings of PDO Robola wine and extra virgin olive oil, a cooking class, and a visit to a traditional Kefalonian house for breakfast.

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Itinerary and Transportation

With seventeen pickup options across Kefalonia, including hotels, markets, and key locations, the tour provides convenient access for participants.

The bus/coach transportation is included throughout the day, taking guests to the Liocharis Olive Oil facility for 1.5 hours, a food tasting for 1 hour, a 2-hour brunch and cooking class at ΕΝ ΚΕΦΑΛΛΗΝΙΑ, and a 1-hour wine tasting.

At the end of the tour, there are seventeen drop-off locations, ensuring a seamless experience.

The well-planned itinerary and transportation enable guests to fully enjoy the culinary delights of Kefalonia.

Culinary Experiences

During the tour, guests are treated to a delightful array of culinary experiences.

They’ll taste the region’s acclaimed Robola wine and extra virgin olive oil, accompanied by local meze. An olive oil tasting provides insights into the harvesting and production processes.

At an organic restaurant with a bio farm, guests enjoy a traditional Kefalonian breakfast.

The tour also includes a cooking class, where participants learn to prepare local dishes in a historic Kefalonian house dating back to 1954.

These immersive food and drink experiences offer a deeper appreciation for Kefalonia’s rich culinary heritage.

Wine and Olive Oil Insights

As a part of the tour, a wine specialist guides guests through the history of viticulture in the region, discussing modern practices and the unique grape varieties that thrive in Kefalonia’s terroir.

Visitors learn about the indigenous Robola grape, known for producing the region’s signature PDO wine.

Plus, the tour provides insight into olive cultivation, pressing methods, and quality maintenance.

Guests participate in an olive oil tasting, allowing them to appreciate the distinct flavors and aromas of the PDO-protected extra virgin olive oil produced on the island.

These educational experiences offer a deeper understanding of Kefalonia’s renowned culinary heritage.

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Participant Information

The tour is not suitable for pregnant women or individuals over 95 years old. Luggage or large bags are not allowed on the tour. To ensure a comfortable experience, participants should pack light and avoid bringing bulky items.

| Participant Suitability | |

| — | — |

| Pregnant Women | Not Suitable |

| Individuals over 95 Years | Not Suitable |

| Luggage or Large Bags | Not Allowed |

The tour has received excellent customer reviews, with a perfect 5/5 rating from at least one verified booking. Participants have highlighted the informative experience and the beautiful locations visited throughout the tour.

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Pickup and Drop-off Locations

The tour offers 17 convenient pickup options, including hotels, markets, and key locations throughout Kefalonia.

Guests can be picked up from their accommodations or meet the group at designated spots. The bus/coach transportation is included, taking visitors to the various culinary experiences.

Guests can be picked up from their accommodations or meet the group at designated spots. The bus/coach transportation is included, taking visitors to the various culinary experiences.

After the tour, guests are dropped off at 17 different locations, ensuring a seamless journey back to their starting points.

This flexibility in pickup and drop-off locations makes the tour accessible and convenient for participants across the island.

Winery Visit

One of the highlights of the "Tastes of Kefalonia" tour is the visit to a local winery. Guests will be guided by a wine specialist, learning about the region’s viticulture history, modern practices, and distinct grape varieties. During the tasting, they’ll sample the renowned PDO Robola wine, paired with local meze (riganada) to complement the flavors.

| Wine Tasting Experience |

| — |

| Duration | 1 hour |

| Highlights | – Guided tour by wine expert
– Taste PDO Robola wine
– Learn about grape varieties
– Pair with local meze
– Understand production methods |

| Included | – Wine tasting
– Food pairing
– Expert commentary |

Organic Farm and Olive Mill Tour

After exploring the renowned Robola wine, the tour moves on to experience the rich agricultural heritage of Kefalonia.

The group visits an organic farm in Lakithra, where they:

Taste the farm’s fresh, locally-sourced produce and learn about sustainable farming practices.
Observe the olive oil production process, from harvesting the olives to the final bottling.
Enjoy a traditional Kefalonian brunch and participate in a hands-on cooking class, seeing the island’s culinary traditions.
Gain insights into the history and techniques of olive oil cultivation from the producers themselves.

Since You Asked

Are Children Allowed on the Tour?

The tour details do not indicate whether children are allowed. While the age limit is mentioned, there’s no specific information on the participation of minors. Guests should contact the tour operator for clarification on the policy regarding children.

Can Dietary Requirements Be Accommodated?

The tour can accommodate dietary requirements with advance notice. Guests should inform the tour operator of any specific needs, and the team will work to provide suitable alternatives during the culinary experiences.

Is There Any Dress Code for the Tour?

The tour does not have a strict dress code, but comfortable, casual clothing is recommended. Participants should be prepared for some walking and outdoor activities, so wear appropriate shoes. The tour focuses on the culinary experiences, not formal attire.

Can We Purchase Products From the Farm and Olive Mill?

Yes, participants can purchase products from the visited farm and olive mill. The tour provides opportunities to sample and buy local wines, olive oils, and other artisanal goods during the excursion.

What Is the Cancellation Policy in Case of Inclement Weather?

The tour offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance. In case of inclement weather, participants can cancel and receive a full refund with no penalties. The tour provider is flexible in accommodating weather-related changes.

Final Words

This tour offers an immersive exploration of Kefalonia’s rich culinary heritage. Participants will indulge in tastings of renowned Robola wine and extra virgin olive oil, enjoy a traditional local breakfast, and participate in a hands-on cooking class, all while learning about the region’s viticulture and olive cultivation from knowledgeable guides and taking in the beautiful landscapes.