Olive Oil and Wine Tasting Experience with 11-Course Greek Meze Feast
Tour Times: 11:00 AM
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Overview
Discover the authentic flavors, traditions, and secrets of Rhodes through an unforgettable olive oil and wine tasting experience designed for food lovers, cultural explorers, couples, and small groups seeking something truly local and memorable.
Your journey begins with an immersive introduction to the world of Greek olive oil. Guided by passionate local hosts, you will learn what makes authentic extra virgin olive oil one of the most prized products of the Mediterranean. This educational and interactive tasting experience reveals the hidden differences between premium olive oil and mass-produced commercial varieties.
During the olive oil tasting, you will sample award-winning Greek olive oils, including extra virgin olive oil recognized among the best Greek olive oils of 2024/2025, alongside olive oils infused with local herbs from Rhodes. You will also taste different varieties of Greek olives, olive pastes, and fresh local bread while learning how to properly smell, taste, and evaluate olive oil like a professional.
Guests will witness a live olive oil experiment demonstrating how olive oil quality and acidity are measured, offering fascinating insight into olive oil production and the standards behind truly exceptional extra virgin olive oil. You will also discover the traditional methods used in Rhodes and learn the secrets that distinguish authentic local olive oil from lower-quality commercial products.
The experience continues with a guided wine tasting featuring five carefully selected local wines from a private family-owned vineyard in Rhodes, alongside souma, a traditional Greek alcoholic spirit made from distilled grape marc and beloved throughout the Aegean islands.
As you taste each wine, you will learn the stories, philosophy, and history behind Rhodian winemaking traditions while discovering basic wine tasting techniques in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. The combination of local wines, olive oils, and regional storytelling creates a complete introduction to the gastronomy and culture of Rhodes.
The grand finale is a generous 11-course Greek meze lunch featuring a variety of traditional homemade dishes inspired by authentic island recipes. The feast includes classic Greek favorites such as tzatziki, eggplant salad, wild greens, dolmades, tirokafteri, cheese balls, Greek salad, briam, fried feta, meatballs, fresh fried potatoes, local bread, and mineral water. Most dishes are vegetarian-friendly, offering a rich variety of traditional Mediterranean flavors.
This experience is ideal for travelers who want more than a standard tasting tour. It is perfect for food and wine enthusiasts, culture seekers, couples, and visitors looking to experience the genuine hospitality, flavors, and traditions of Rhodes in an intimate and authentic setting.
What's Included
- Air Conditioned Transportation
- English Speaking Guide
- Tasting of 3 Types of Greek Olives
- Tasting of 5 Types of Olive Oils
- Tasting of 2 Types of Olive Pastes
- Bread
- Bottled Water
- Tasting of 5 Local Wines
- Tasting of Local Spirit- Souma
- 11 Course Meze Lunch
- Wine during Lunch
- Gratuities/Tips
Itinerary
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Tour Start
Olive Oil, Olives and Wine 50 Minutes
Drive
Olive Oil, Olives and Wine 105 Minutes
Tastings
Lunch 60 Minutes
11 Course Meze
Free Time 15 Minutes
Shopping
Return to The Port 60 Minutes
Drive
Considerations
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This tour is not suitable for motorized scooters
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This tour can accommodate foldable wheelchairs
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Guests must be over the age of 18 to consume alcohol on this tour
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This tour is available Monday, Wednesday and Friday only
Special Instructions
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Wear comfortable clothes and suitable footwear
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Bring a light jacket
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Bring cash and/or credit card for any additional purchases on the day
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Local currency is Euro (EUR)
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Bring your camera to capture wonderful memories of your time ashore!
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Price Info
Olive Oil and Wine Tasting Experience with 11-Course Greek Meze Feast
Per Person
USD $ 150.00
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