Nafplio, Greece

Markellos Olive Oil & Palyvos Wine Estate

Visit Two Local Producers and Enjoy Tastings Journey through traditional Greek villages and pause for tastings of locally made olive oil and wine. Meet your guide and embark on a scenic drive to the Markellos olive oil factory for a guided tour of the facilities. Here, during a stroll of the estate, you will learn about the production process and watch an informative presentation that will highlight the many health benefits of olive oil that have been celebrated for centuries. After a tasting, you will head to the Palyvos Winery, a small family-run vineyard in the picturesque town of Nemea. Take a tour as you discover the wine culture and visit the cellar where more than 300 French and American oak barrels are aging the next vintages to be enjoyed. After a tasting and snack, return to your awaiting ship. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.