Enjoy a Fig Orchard tour while learning about fig production and harvest!
Along with grapes, figs have been well-known for their medicinal and nutritional qualities since antiquity. Ancient Greeks believed they symbolized prosperity and peace; therefore, their exportation outside of Greece was illegal. The Royal Markopoulo Figs are known as one of Greece’s finest figs. They are particularly tasty, their outer skin is green with stripes, while the inside is brilliant red.
During this experience, we will visit a well-known fig orchard in Porto Rafti just about 40 km from Athens. Porto Rafti is one of the best-known resorts of East Attica and offers visitors generous doses of natural beauty, history, and gastronomic delights. The orchard overlooks the crystal-clear waters of Porto Rafti while one can also feel the mountain breeze of Kouvaras forest that rises behind.
The experience at a glance
- Our journey kicks off early in the morning so that we can enjoy the morning freshness the orchard offers. Our first stop is a well-known family-run dairy shop where we will enjoy a fresh rice pudding and a crispy piece of cheese pie and learn all about the dairy products of the area.
- Our next stop is a family-owned fig orchard in Porto Rafti that overlooks the sea. We will have the chance to meet the producers and stroll around the orchard and the single vineyard that lies on the same site. With the help of our hosts, you have the opportunity to learn about the role of the fig tree in Greek heritage and culture and what are the different fig varieties of the region. Finally, you will also learn how the fig harvest is done and what equipment is used.
- Your tour will come to an end with a unique pic nic style tasting of Fig confit and marmalades paired with cheese and other local products. Serve yourself a glass of wine and pick a spot under the old fig trees before returning to Athens full of beautiful memories and culinary delights!
Not included
- Any products purchased
- Gratuities
What’s included
- Private Transportation in a Luxury Air Conditioned Mini-Van
- Dairy visit and brunch: rice pudding, cheese pie
- Fig Orchard tour and picnic-style tasting
- A glass of a local wine variety
- Services of our local food expert
- A bottle of water
- All taxes and fees
How it works
- Fill out the inquiry form and receive within 24h our offer.
- Accept the offer within 2 days and pay through Stripe, Paypal or Bank Transfer.
- Receive confirmation of your booking and a detailed itinerary.
- Our tours can be customized according to your needs.
- Cancellation policy: 4 days before = full refund; 2-3 days before = 50% refund; 1 day or no show up = no refund.
Other information
- Duration 6 Hours
- Language: English, Greek
- Transportation: Luxury MiniVan/ Sedan
- Availability June- September
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