Olive oil and olives tasting & Cultural Tour at Sounio

Embark on a journey that combines the timeless beauty of Cape Sounio with one of the most celebrated treasures of Greek culture: olive oil.

Following a scenic drive along the Athenian Riviera, discover the magnificent Temple of Poseidon during a guided visit that reveals the myths, history, and enduring legacy of this remarkable sanctuary overlooking the Aegean Sea.

After exploring one of Greece's most renowned archaeological sites, continue to an elegant private villa, where a unique tasting experience awaits.

Often referred to as "liquid gold," olive oil has been at the heart of Greek life and gastronomy for thousands of years. During this guided tasting, you will explore the remarkable diversity of Greek extra-virgin olive oils through a selection of five carefully chosen monovarietal olive oils from different regions of Greece, each with its own aroma, flavour profile, and distinctive character.

Discover why olive oil is considered one of the foundations of the Mediterranean diet and gain insight into its nutritional qualities, health benefits, and culinary importance.

The experience also includes a tasting of eight selected Greek olive varieties, introducing you to the differences in texture, flavour, and preparation methods that have made olives an essential part of Greek gastronomy for millennia.

Complemented by a selection of traditional Greek delicacies, carefully prepared and thoughtfully paired by our chef to bring out the unique flavours and aromas of each olive oil, this experience offers an authentic introduction to one of Greece's most treasured products.

Highlights:

• Taste five premium Greek monovarietal extra-virgin olive oils
• Sample eight varieties of Greek olives
• Scenic drive along the Athenian Riviera
• Guided visit to the Temple of Poseidon by a certified English-speaking guide
• Semi-private and relaxed afternoon experience
• Discover the distinctive characteristics, flavours, and benefits of Greek olive oils and olives
• Immerse yourself in Greek culture, gastronomy, and mythology

Tour details:

• Duration: 7.5 hours
• Small group: maximum 12 guests
• Pick-up / Drop-off: from your hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned minibus

Included:

• Entrance fee to the archaeological site (skip-the-line access)
• Guided visit to the Temple of Poseidon by a certified English-speaking guide
• Olive oil and olive tasting experience
• Traditional Greek delicacies paired by our chef
• Mineral water
• Transportation as described
• Insurance coverage
• All fees and taxes

Excluded:

 • Additional alcoholic beverages                                                                   • Optional extras

Reserve your Olive Oil & Olive Tasting Experience today and discover one of Greece's most treasured culinary traditions while enjoying an unforgettable journey through history, culture, and gastronomy.