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FROM OLIVE TO SOAP: SUSTAINABLE SOAPMAKING TOUR & DEMONSTARTION

DESCRIPTION: Step into Helleo — a small, family-run soap lab in Crete, just outside Heraklion (7km), close to the historic Knossos Palace (5km) and the picturesque village of Archanes (5km). Whether you join a small shared group or book a private demo just for you, discover how Manos and Stelios transform their family’s olive oil into pure, sustainable soaps in a warm, authentic experience.

You’ll tour our workshop, see the tools we use, and learn each step of the soapmaking process. Watch a real batch of natural soap being made using a cold process method, enjoy good music, herbal tea, and local treats, and learn about the philosophy behind our craft.

Before you leave you can browse our concept store for one-of-a-kind creations, some of them available only in our lab.

DESCRIPTION

Per Adult: €15 per adult
(shared 20 maximum) €25 per adult
(private 2-10)

Kids: 1-17 free

DURATION

1 hour

What’s included:

Bottled water
Herbal tea & local treats
English & Greek-speaking hosts
Tour of the Helleo lab and concept store
Live soapmaking demonstration
Helleo souvenir gift
All fees and taxes

Exclusions:

Alcoholic beverages
Soda/soft drinks
Private transportation
Personal expenses or tips
Anything not mentioned above

NOTES

* For different hours, larger groups or special requests, please contact us directly.
* Interpretation in other languages can be arranged upon request (extra fee).
* Please inform us of any scent allergies in advance.
* The lab is not wheelchair accessible.
* Children up to 17 years old can join free of charge, accompanied by adults.

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Reviews

      
   Authentic Soapmaking Experience & Tour in Crete | by Helleo
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   THOMAS C 
 
 
 
 Verified Worth it! Very clean space, really friendly hosts and wonderfully smelling place (obviously!). Also really informative tour about soap. Really makes you want to try it at home. Overall a wonderful experience, thank you guys!
  
 
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   Ameline R 
 
 
 
 Verified Un très bon moment ! Très bien, très bon accueil. L’équipe est très gentille et accueillante. On se sent bien dans la boutique, l’odeur des savons est indescriptible. Une très bonne expérience !
  
 
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   Selina 
 
 
 
 Verified We absolutely loved this Sustainable Soap-Making tour by Helleo! The Sustainable soapmaking tour by Helleo was such a unique and inspiring experience - creative, hands-on, and full of heart. The hosts were incredibly welcoming and passionate about sustainability, guiding us through the fascinating world of natural soap-making and sharing their local expertise with warmth and enthusiasm. The location was ideal - peaceful and well situated just outside Heraklion, close to Knossos yet away from the city bustle. We were especially enchanted by the beautiful handmade olive oil soaps - so pure, fragrant, and crafted with the purest ingredients, real care, and purpose. A truly special experience that captures the authentic spirit of Crete 🌿
  
 
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   Ruben-Eunice L 
 
 
 
 Verified Serene soap experience, MUST GO :) The guys that run the place are super friendly and nice. Instantly likeable :) Wish you guys all best, your soaps rock! The course is a nice introduction to soap making, was super informative and very interesting till the end. I would go again just to see the guys P.S. We are still waiting for Manos (hope its spelled correctly) to arrive :)
  
 
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   Manon K 
 
 
 
 Verified Super expérience ! Super visite ! Les 3 artisans qui tiennent l'atelier sont passionnés et passionnants ! Ils transmettent leur savoir avec pédagogie et enthousiasme. Nous avons assisté à la fabrication d'un savon, pu sentir les différents ingrédients récoltés sur leur ferme ou chez des producteurs voisins, toucher les produits... Le prix est très compétitif pour la qualité de l'accueil et les explications. On recommande !

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