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Keramikos Olive Oil Experience & Walking Tour

By Thalia
Free cancellation available
Price is P 9,686 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Begin your journey with a walking tour through one of Athens’ most authentic neighborhoods, where ancient history meets modern Greek life. As we stroll among olive trees, you’ll learn about Greece’s deep-rooted olive culture and the life cycle of the olive tree; from pruning and blossom to harvest.

We’ll then continue to the tasting session, where you’ll discover the main stages of olive oil production and master the official tasting technique used by professionals.
You’ll learn how to distinguish extra virgin from virgin olive oil and the best way to store it at home.
Taste three distinct extra virgin olive oils, each representing a different variety and region of Greece.
To complete the experience, enjoy a Greek-style lunch, where every dish is thoughtfully paired with the olive oils explored during the tasting.

Activity location
  • Meigma
    • 114 Megalou Alexandrou
    • 104 35, Athina, Greece
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Statue of Theseus
    • 105 55, Athens, Greece

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Keramikos Olive Oil Experience & Walking Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English
Starting time: 13:00
Price details
P 9,685.83 x 1 AdultP 9,685.83

Total
Price is P 9,685.83
Until Fri, Jan 2

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Lunch
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Green Apple
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Private transportation
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Alcoholic Beverages

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Activity itinerary

Your journey begins at the Theseus Statue in Thissio Square, beneath the gaze of the Acropolis. Here, you’ll learn about the story behind Athens’ name, and its deep connection to the olive tree. As you walk, you’ll encounter olive trees and discover the life cycle of the olive tree, from pruning and blossoming to harvesting. The experience then moves from ancient Greece to modern Athens as you stroll toward the Keramikos neighborhood, an area once known for its pottery workshops, now famous for its creative energy and street art. The walk concludes at Meigma Restaurant, where the olive oil tasting begins. Guided by a certified Olive Oil Sommelier, guests will: - Learn about the main stages of olive oil production - Master the official olive oil tasting technique - Understand the difference between extra virgin and virgin olive oil - Discover how to store olive oil properly at home - Taste three distinct extra virgin olive oils, each representing a different variety and region of Greece After the tasting you will enjoy a Greek lunch paired with the olive oils from the tasting, an exploration of how olive oil enhances flavor and transforms food into an expression of culture.

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Meigma
    • 114 Megalou Alexandrou
    • 104 35, Athina, Greece
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Statue of Theseus
    • 105 55, Athens, Greece

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