For many guests, wine is more than a drink — it is culture, land, and a quiet way to connect with a place or its people. Not far from the three King Jason hotels in Cyprus and Greece, there are vineyards and wineries within an easy drive, where tasting local wines becomes a relaxed daytime experience.
In the wider vicinity of King Jason Zante, a short trip inland leads to Grampsas Estate Winery in the village of Lagopodo. Here you can walk among the vines, see where the grapes are grown and made into wine, and join a guided tasting that introduces you to a selection of local varietals. Tastings typically include around five or six different wines paired with a board of local cheeses, bread and other simple bites, giving a gentle overview of Zakynthos wines and how they reflect the island’s soil and climate.
Near King Jason Paphos, the Sterna Boutique Winery sits in the Laona-Akamas wine region, surrounded by rolling vineyards and countryside. Small by design, this winery invites visitors to a guided tour through the wine-making process from vine to bottle, followed by a tasting of signature wines. Tastings are paired with local delicacies that help illustrate the characteristics of each wine and the terroir from which it comes. Don’t forget to view their hidden cave!
About an hour’s drive from King Jason Protaras, Dafermou Winery is easily reachable and offers a relaxed tasting experience amidst hilltop vineyards above the Lefkara Valley. Visits typically include a brief tour of the vineyards and cellar, then a seated tasting of several wines that show the range of blends produced here, often accompanied by local cheese or small bites. The setting — rolling hills and open sky — becomes part of the experience, helping guests appreciate both the wine and the land that shapes it.
For the best experience and ease of planning, vineyard tours and tastings are usually arranged through our hotels. This ensures thoughtful timing — with transport, guidance and a relaxed schedule all pre-arranged — so you can enjoy time at these family-run wineries without feeling rushed.