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title: Balıkesir Olive Oil Route Corporate Trips | Kurumsal Geziler
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description: The Balıkesir olive oil route for corporate teams. Olive groves, boutique producers and tasting workshops. By TURSAB-licensed Kurumsal Geziler.
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![Balıkesir Corporate Olive Oil Route Trip](https://cdn.kurumsalgeziler.com/storage/tours/detail/21b174cb-3113-425c-a974-af41bf0aa107.webp) [Get Quote](javascript:void(0);) Balıkesir Corporate Olive Oil Route Trip ** Balıkesir, Türkiye ** **Starting Point:** All provinces Share ** - [WhatsApp]()
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The Gulf of Edremit is known worldwide for Edremit olive oil, which carries a protected geographical indication — one of the rare Turkish olive oils registered among the European Union's protected designations. On this tour, with professional guides, you follow the story of olive oil from antiquity to the present, every stage of production from harvest to bottling, tasting technique, and the distinctive gastronomy of the region. The main stops covered on the tour: **Olive oil mills and boutique producers:** visits to the region's leading olive oil producers (for example the Selin Ertür olive oil mill, the Nermin Hanım grove, Kürşat Zeytincilik, Dem Green and Moyy Atölye), with the chance to see cold-pressing and extra virgin production techniques first-hand and to taste. **Olive oil tasting workshop:** an interactive workshop that can be arranged with the Edremit Chamber of Commerce, led by expert panel leaders, covering the sensory analysis of olive oil, quality criteria, aroma profiles (fruitiness, pungency) and correct tasting technique. **Olive harvest experience (October-November):** in season, field visits to the groves to take part in the harvest and pick olives by hand or with a rake. **Historic and cultural sites:** the historic stone houses and narrow streets of Ayvalık (the Sakarya, İsmet Paşa and Macaron quarters), Cunda Island (Alibey Island), the Taksiyarhis Church (Rahmi M. Koç Museum), Şeytan Sofrası (for the sunset view), the grounds where the traditional "Meci Festival" is held in Edremit, and the Güre area with its old olive oil mills. **Local food stops:** olive oil dishes, sprat, seafood, Ayvalık toast, Cunda biscuits, village breakfasts with olives, and tastings of the region's well-known wines. Planned as roughly two days with an overnight stay, the tour starts with transfers from [Balıkesir](https://kurumsalgeziler.com/en/destinations/balikesir-corporate-trips) Koca Seyit Airport or İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport for those arriving by air. For those arriving by road, it starts from the agreed meeting point in central Ayvalık or Edremit. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and the mill and tasting workshop fees can all be included. The Balıkesir Olive Oil Tour gives corporate teams both a sector-specific discovery and a restful escape into the Aegean landscape.**### Highlights**A two-day gastronomy and industry tour focused on olive oil**Visits to producers of Edremit olive oil, which carries a protected geographical indication**A professional olive oil tasting workshop and sensory analysis training**The olive harvest experience (October-November)**A walk through the historic fabric of Ayvalık and Cunda Island**Sunset and the view at Şeytan Sofrası**Local producers' markets and boutique olive oil shopping**Professional guiding and corporate event management**### Additional Services**Return flight arrangements from Istanbul / Ankara / İzmir**VIP vehicle transfer to the airport from the provinces around Istanbul, Ankara and İzmir**Arranging the harvest experience during the olive harvest (October-November)**A dedicated olive oil tasting workshop (certified, with the Edremit Chamber of Commerce)**Professional photography / video**Dinner arrangements (a fish restaurant on Cunda Island, or an olive oil-themed dinner)**Arranging attendance at the Meci Festival (in January)**A shopping tour of the Ayvalık flea market (on Saturdays)**### Who Is It For?**Companies in the food, agriculture, export and gastronomy sectors**Olive oil producers, exporters and distributors**Teams interested in sustainable agriculture and natural products**Companies wanting to discover Aegean cuisine and olive oil [culture](https://kurumsalgeziler.com/en/tour-categories/culture-and-city-programmes)**HR leaders looking for a nature and gastronomy event to strengthen team spirit**To see how the Gulf of Edremit's liquid gold is produced, meet boutique producers and discover the flavours of the Aegean, join the tour by air or by road from Istanbul, Ankara or İzmir. Get in touch with us now. ## Corporate Suitability and SustainabilityThe Balıkesir Olive Oil Route suits department and project teams of 8-35; it sits in the standard segment and can be considered for corporate travel planning with local economy, ecological, carbon free, low waste and accessible programme features. ## Corporate Fit - Suitable Team Size Department and project teams of 8-35
- Segment Standard
- Extra Features Local economy, Low carbon, Low waste, Accessible Corporate Program Summary The Balıkesir Olive Oil Route suits department and project teams of 8-35; it sits in the standard segment and can be considered for corporate travel planning with local economy, ecological, carbon free, low waste and accessible programme features. ## Included Services / Excluded Services - Professional guiding service
- Corporate event planning
- Tour coordination support
- A programme designed for your group
- Transport along the agreed route in the Balıkesir region (by vehicle)
- Balıkesir Koca Seyit Airport - region - airport transfers (for groups arriving by air)
- Olive oil mill visit and tasting workshop fee
- One night's accommodation (on the package including a stay)
- Air fare (can be added as an additional service)
- Food and drink (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Museum entry fees (Taksiyarhis Church and others)
- Grove visits and the harvest experience during the harvest season (additional service)
- Personal shopping
- Transfer to the airport from the surrounding provinces (additional service) ## Tour Gallery ![Balıkesir Corporate Olive Oil Route Trip](https://cdn.kurumsalgeziler.com/storage/tours/detail/21b174cb-3113-425c-a974-af41bf0aa107.webp) ** ** ## Tour & Event Plan Day 1 - 08:00-10:00: Flight or departure by road from Istanbul / Ankara / İzmir Flight or departure by road from Istanbul / Ankara / İzmir. Arrival at Balıkesir Koca Seyit Airport (group arriving by air) or gathering at the meeting point in Ayvalık / Edremit (group arriving by road). Met by the guide. Day 1 - 10:30: A traditional breakfast in central Ayvalık A traditional breakfast in central Ayvalık — an Aegean spread of olives, olive oil, village cheeses, honey, clotted cream and bread. Day 1 - 12:00: A walking tour through the historic streets of Ayvalık A walking tour through the historic streets of Ayvalık — the Sakarya, İsmet Paşa and Macaron quarters, the historic Greek stone houses, and boutique shops (visits to Moyy Atölye and the Dem Green olive oil shop) Day 1 - 13:30: Lunch — olive oil dishes at a well-known Ayvalık restaurant Lunch — olive oil dishes, seafood or sprat at a well-known Ayvalık restaurant. Day 1 - 15:00: Olive oil mill visit and tasting workshop Olive oil mill visit and tasting workshop — the Selin Ertür olive oil mill or the Nermin Hanım grove, for example. The cold-pressing process is examined and an expert-led olive oil tasting is held (fruitiness, pungency, aroma profiles). Day 1 - 17:30: The climb to Şeytan Sofrası The climb to Şeytan Sofrası — sunset over an outstanding view, and a photography break. Day 1 - 19:30: Hotel check-in and rest. Dinner Hotel check-in and rest. Dinner — regional dishes at a restaurant on Cunda Island or in central Ayvalık. Day 2 - 09:00: Breakfast at the hotel. Day 2 - 10:00: A tour of Cunda Island (Alibey Island) A tour of Cunda Island (Alibey Island) — the Taksiyarhis Church (Rahmi M. Koç Museum), the stone houses, the narrow streets and the boutique shops. Day 2 - 12:00: Optional — a visit to Güre, the area of the old olive oil mills Optional — a visit to Güre, the area of the old olive oil mills, or, in season, a harvest experience in the groves. Day 2 - 13:30: Lunch — on Cunda or at a venue Lunch — on Cunda or at a venue on the route (artichokes in olive oil, sautéed greens, fish). Day 2 - 15:00: Shopping at the local producers' market or the boutique olive oil shops Shopping at the local producers' market or the boutique olive oil shops — olive oil, olives, soap and natural products. Day 2 - 16:30: Airport transfer (group arriving by air) or the end of the tour (group arriving by road). Day 2 - 19:00-21:00: Arrival in Istanbul / Ankara / İzmir.  ## FAQ Which time of year is best? When is the olive harvest? The olive harvest generally runs in October and November, and the harvest experience is possible then. Olive oil tastings and mill visits run all year. Spring and autumn are ideal for the weather. The traditional Meci Festival is held in Edremit in January. Which olive oil producers are visited? Depending on the season and availability, the programme can cover boutique producers such as the Selin Ertür olive oil mill, the Nermin Hanım grove, Kürşat Zeytincilik and Dem Green. A preliminary conversation with a specific producer can be arranged at the company's request. How far apart are Ayvalık and Edremit? Roughly 25-30 km, a 30-40 minute drive. Our programme is designed to move comfortably between the two. Is the tour exclusive to corporate groups? Yes, the tour is planned entirely for companies. Mill visits, tasting workshops and catering are arranged according to group size. Can the tour be customised? Yes, the programme can be arranged flexibly around company needs. The producers visited, the length of the tasting workshops, the harvest experience and extra activities (the Cunda tour, Şeytan Sofrası, the Meci Festival) can all be added or removed on request. How do we get to the Balıkesir region? Balıkesir Koca Seyit Airport (EDO) has direct flights from Istanbul. Alternatively, Ayvalık is roughly two hours by road from İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport. By road it is roughly eight hours from Ankara and 5.5 hours from Istanbul. Which company sizes is the Balıkesir Olive Oil Route suitable for? the Balıkesir Olive Oil Route suits department and project teams of 8-35 in particular. The programme flow can be tailored to the headcount, the department structure and the motivation outcome you are aiming for. Is the Balıkesir Olive Oil Route in the economy, standard or premium category? This programme sits in the standard segment. The price is settled according to headcount, date, transport, catering, guiding and any additional activity required. Does the Balıkesir Olive Oil Route include sustainability or ecological features? The features this programme highlights: Local economy, Low carbon, Low waste, Accessible. Low-carbon transport, low-waste operation and local sourcing options can be added as needed. How do we request a quote for the Balıkesir Olive Oil Route? To request a quote, share your headcount, date range, destination, budget segment and any special requirements in the tour request form. An alternative price and programme proposal is prepared for your corporate team. 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