In the heart of Apokoronas, in the picturesque village of Xerosteri , a unique experience awaits you that will introduce you to honey made from the aromatic herbs of Crete. Cretan Gea invites you on a journey of taste and knowledge, where you will discover the secrets of pure Cretan thyme honey.
Apiary: Visit the traditional apiary and get to know the life of bees from the inside. You will learn how honey is produced, what the stages of the process are and what secrets each spoon hides.
Honey Tasting: Enjoy a unique tasting experience, where you will taste different varieties of thyme honey and discover their differences. An experienced beekeeper will guide you on this exciting tasting journey.
Candle Making: Participate in a beeswax candle making workshop and create your own unique scented candles.
Beeswax production: Participate in a beeswax production workshop from natural beeswax and create your own unique therapeutic cream with an essential oil of your choice.
Hiking in beekeeping areas: Enjoy a relaxing hike in Roupakias forest, in Apokoronas, and breathe in the fresh air, while learning about the biodiversity of the area.
Reasons to participate
Authenticity: The products we recommend or offer come exclusively from the wider region and are 100% natural and pure.
Quality: Our honey is distinguished by its high quality and unique flavor.
Experiential experience: We offer you a comprehensive experience that combines knowledge, fun and contact with nature.
Sustainability: We support sustainable development and protect the environment.
WHEN
The honey harvest from honeycombs in Crete takes place between August and November.
MORE INFORMATION
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