Pelion Olive Oil Experience

Discover the world of Pelion “liquid gold” and experience what makes good olive oil so special! For centuries, olives and olive oil have been a staple in every Pelion home and a source of pride and joy for the producers. Authentic Pelion olive oil comes from specific olive varieties (Voliotiki or chondrolia) and has a pungent taste and a smell of fresh-cut grass.   

During our tour we will visit the Museum of Olive and Olive Oil at the village of Ano Gatzea. The museum is situated amidst an olive grove next to the Pelion Train Station. We will discuss the history of olive cultivation, the significance of the olive tree in ancient Greece, techniques of cultivation, and the different olive varieties. During our tour of the museum you will learn about the traditional techniques used in olive cultivation and olive oil production in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Following the museum, we will visit a state-of-the-art olive oil press located in the Pelion village of Ano Lechonia. During your guided tour of the press, you will learn about the oil extraction process and how factors such as weather, time of harvest and pressing temperature ("cold pressed") influence the quality of the final product. At the end, you will have the opportunity to sample Pelion green olive oil and organic extra-virgin olive oil. The spicy and intense Pelion olive oil you will taste barely resembles the olive oil found on grocery store shelves.

This is a unique tour that will introduce you and your family to the art of olive oil making.

Pelion Olive Oil Experience Highlights:

-  Visit to the Pelion Olive Museum and olive grove 

-  Private guided tour through a functioning olive oil press

-  Extra virgin and green olive oil tasting

-  10% discount on your purchase of olive oil

-  Opportunity to ship olive oil directly to your home to enjoy with friends and family (European destinations only)

NOTE: The Pelion Olive Oil Experience Tour is available year-round but the actual pressing of olives takes place October through January. For visiting families the tour can be customized to your children’s interests and age. For more information and to book your tour contact us at info@pelionculture.gr or call +30 6945755600.