Harvest the Olive
Groves of
Korčula
Join us at our hilltop villa in Grščica for a hands-on olive harvest — pressing, tasting, and feasting in one of the Adriatic’s most unspoiled corners.
An ancient ritual, alive on the Dalmatian hillside
Every autumn, as the Adriatic light softens to gold, the olive trees of Grščica are heavy with fruit. This is the moment the island has been preparing for all year — the harvest.
On this four-hour immersive experience at our private villa and grove, you’ll pick olives the traditional way, learn how extra-virgin olive oil is made, taste fresh-pressed oil straight from the mill, and sit down to a seasonal Croatian meal made from our garden.
Grščica, Island of Korčula, CroatiaWhat’s included
Hands-On Harvesting
Learn the time-honoured technique of raking and hand-picking Oblica olives from centuries-old trees on our hillside grove, with panoramic views of the Korčula countryside.
Olive Oil Tasting
Taste freshly pressed extra-virgin olive oil alongside cured table olives and learn how to distinguish flavour profiles — peppery, grassy, buttery — like a true maslinar.
Croatian Farm Feast
Sit down to a spread of homemade peka bread, local cheeses, prošek (dessert wine), and seasonal dishes prepared with oil from our grove, served at our outdoor kitchen terrace.
Olive Lore & Culture
Discover the rich history of olive cultivation on Korčula — an island tradition dating back over two thousand years — and how the Dalmatian olive variety differs from Italian and Greek oils.
Bottle to Take Home
Leave with a hand-labelled 500ml bottle of Grščica extra-virgin olive oil pressed from the very trees you helped harvest — the freshest souvenir imaginable.
Adriatic Atmosphere
Experience the island at its most serene — no summer crowds, golden autumn light, crisp Bura breeze, and the quiet rhythm of the harvest season that Korčula locals cherish.
Your Four-Hour Journey
A relaxed but richly packed experience, balancing activity, learning, and the simple pleasure of eating and drinking well in a beautiful place.
AM
Welcome & Introduction
Arrive at the villa in Grščica to a warm welcome and a small coffee. We’ll walk you through the history of olive cultivation on Korčula and introduce you to our grove and trees.
30 minAM
Into the Grove — Harvest Begins
Gloves and rakes provided. We’ll spread the nets, rake and hand-pick the Oblica olives together. It’s meditative, satisfying work with extraordinary views over the Dalmatian hills.
1.5 hoursAM
Olive Oil Tasting & Education
Back at the terrace, we taste our own oil alongside two other Croatian varieties. Learn the difference between early and late harvest, and the characteristics of Dalmatian EVOO.
45 minAM
Harvest Feast on the Terrace
A generous spread awaits: homemade bread to dip in the new oil, peka-style vegetables, local sheep cheese, cured meats, and a glass of Pošip white wine or prošek from the island.
1 hourPM
Bottling & Farewell
Label your own bottle of Grščica extra-virgin olive oil to take home. We’ll share recipes, and of course, you’re welcome to linger over a last glass of wine with us before heading off.
15 minGrščica, Korčula —
where the Adriatic meets the grove
Tucked into the lush interior of Korčula island, the village of Grščica sits among some of Dalmatia’s oldest olive groves. Our villa sits on the hillside here, surrounded by centuries-old Oblica trees with sweeping views down to the sea.
October and November are perhaps the most magical time to visit the island. The summer visitors are long gone, the light turns amber and long, and the whole community comes alive with the rhythm of the harvest. This is the Korčula that locals actually live in.
What to expect
Suitable for Everyone
No prior experience needed and no great physical fitness required. We’ll adapt the pace to your group. Children are very welcome — kids love harvesting olives. We ask only for curiosity and a good appetite.
Small, Intimate Groups
Maximum 8 guests per session. This is not a tour — it’s an invitation into our home and our tradition. Expect personal attention, genuine conversation, and the warmth of Dalmatian hospitality.
Dress for the Grove
Wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little oily and shoes with grip for the hillside. October mornings can be crisp — bring a light layer. We’ll supply gloves, rakes, and everything else.
Seasonally Dependent
Harvest timing varies by up to a week each year depending on the olive ripeness. We schedule experiences from late October through mid-November. You’ll be notified of the exact session date upon booking.
A fair price for something you won’t find anywhere else
This experience is listed directly on Airbnb Experiences. Group rates are available for private bookings. We also offer multi-day stays at the villa during harvest season — ask us about combining the two.
All bookings made through Airbnb for your protection and ease.
- Guided olive harvest (gloves & tools included)
- Extra-virgin olive oil tasting session
- Croatian harvest feast with local wine
- 500ml bottle of Grščica EVOO to take home
- All ingredients, drinks & equipment
- Personal hosting by the villa owners