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Everyone knows that olive oil in Greece isn't just another ingredient, but a way of life. Most families in Kos own some olive trees and the island presents a long-lasting tradition in producing extra virgin olive oil. During the olives’ harvest season in autumn, it is a custom for the whole family to gather together and hand-pick them, either by climbing up the trees with ladders or using special machines. Packed with polyphenols (the good stuff), Kos' virgin olive oil is rich in health benefits, antioxidants and Vitamin E.

During an olive oil making tour, visitors are able to witness a traditional olive oil production, find out anything they need to know about olives and olive trees in general, or get a closer look at the equipment people used to process and produce olive oil, during the previous century. Furthermore, all visitors will get to hear how to make premium olive oil from families that have been working in agriculture for generations, or purchase a couple of olive oil bottles, olives, pastes, jams, balsamic vinaigrettes and much more to bring back home. Golden, greenish, softer, grassy or spicy, the extra virgin olive oil of Kos varies, depending on the harvest. Take a guided tour and learn more about Kos’ olive oil and Greece's famous "liquid gold", known all over the world.