Overview

Discover the authentic taste of Southern Italy with our Salento Olive Oil Experience & Tasting Tour, a unique journey into the tradition of extra virgin olive oil production.

The tour begins with a visit to a charming underground family olive oil mill, where you will learn about the history and cultural importance of olive oil in Salento. This immersive experience allows you to step back in time and understand how olive oil has been produced for generations.

You will then explore every stage of the production process, from olive harvesting to modern extraction techniques. Learn about organic farming methods, different olive cultivars, and the transformation process including washing, pressing, malaxation, and extraction.

The experience concludes with a guided olive oil tasting, where you will discover how to recognize high-quality oils through their organoleptic characteristics. A small traditional Italian aperitif is included, making this tour a perfect combination of education and taste.

Ideal for food lovers and travelers looking for an authentic Salento food experience.

📍 ITINERARY INFORMATION

Experience Tour (2 Hours)

• 11:00 AM – Arrival & introduction
• Visit to underground olive oil mill
• Explanation of olive oil history and production
• Tour of the modern production area
• Guided tasting experience
• Aperitif
• 11:00 AM / 01:30 PM – End of experience

⭐ HIGHLIGHTS

• Visit a traditional underground olive oil mill
• Learn about olive oil production from harvest to extraction
• Discover organic cultivation and olive varieties
• Enjoy a guided olive oil tasting experience
• Includes a typical Salento aperitif