Katakolo Olive Oil Tour & Tasting with Lunch Near Olympia

Summary

Olive Oil Farm Experience & Local Lunch from Katakolo Port

If you want to get beyond the usual cruise stop, this tour lets you taste real Greek olive oil at its source and enjoy homemade food in villages most travelers miss.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed stepping off the ship at Katakolo port was the salty breeze mixed with the faint smell of roasting coffee from a tiny kiosk nearby. Our driver greeted us right outside the terminal—no fuss, just a quick hello and we were off, winding through quiet roads lined with wildflowers and old stone houses. The drive to Krestena took about an hour, but it didn’t feel long. We passed goats grazing by the roadside and saw locals waving as they tended their gardens.

The olive farm in Krestena felt like stepping into someone’s family story. There’s this open-air museum where you can see old wooden presses—some over a hundred years old, our guide Maria explained. She grew up nearby and knew every detail: how olives are picked by hand, why the harvest smells almost peppery in late autumn. Inside, we watched a short video showing the whole process—from tree to bottle—and then came my favorite part: tasting. Fresh bread dipped in oil pressed that morning, plus little bowls of olives flavored with rosemary and lemon. You could actually taste the difference between each one.

Afterwards, we drove on to Korakochori—a small village that doesn’t show up much on tourist maps but should. The tavern where we stopped for lunch had tables under grapevines and locals chatting over plates of grilled vegetables and feta drizzled with more of that golden oil. I tried a tomato salad that tasted like summer itself. We lingered over coffee before heading back to Katakolo port, feeling full but not rushed. The whole day felt easygoing—like visiting friends who know all the good spots.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Olive Oil Tour and Tasting

• Pickup from Katakolo port
• Drive to Krestena and visit olive farm museum
• Drive to Korakochori and lunch at traditional taverns
• Drive back to Katakolo port

Top questions

Is this olive oil tour suitable for families with young kids?

Yes! The tour is relaxed and family-friendly—kids can join tastings or just explore the farm grounds.

How long does the whole experience last?

The full trip takes about 4 hours including driving time, tastings, and lunch.

Can you accommodate food allergies or dietary needs at lunch?

Absolutely—just let us know ahead of time so we can arrange suitable dishes at the taverna.

What’s included

Your private ride from Katakolo port or hotel is included, along with bottled water, all entry fees, olive oil tastings, lunch at a local taverna, and an English-speaking guide who knows the area inside out. The vehicle’s air-conditioned for comfort—and yes, it’s wheelchair accessible too.