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Salento Towns Tour: Galatina, Otranto, Leuca, Gallipoli
4.9
437 Ratings
Lecce
This tour offers the chance to explore four of Salento’s most beautiful towns: Galatina, Otranto, Santa Maria di Leuca, and Gallipoli. Enjoy a scenic journey from the Adriatic to the Ionian Sea, featuring rocky coastlines, charming bays, and pristine Caribbean-like beaches.
This tour offers the chance to explore four of Salento’s most beautiful towns: Galatina, Otranto, Santa Maria di Leuca, and Gallipoli. Enjoy a scenic journey from the Adriatic to the Ionian Sea, featuring rocky coastlines, charming bays, and pristine Caribbean-like beaches.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Galatina - Galatina is a true treasure trove of art, history, and traditions. The magnificent Basilica of Saint Catherine of Alexandria is renowned for its numerous frescoes, second only to the Basilica of Saint Francis in Assisi, crafted by Giotto’s followers. Other notable sites include the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul, the historic…
- Galatina - Galatina is a true treasure trove of art, history, and traditions. The magnificent Basilica of Saint Catherine of Alexandria is renowned for its numerous frescoes, second only to the Basilica of Saint Francis in Assisi, crafted by Giotto’s followers. Other notable sites include the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul, the historic “courtyard houses,” and the buildings located in the historic center.
- Otranto - Otranto is one of the most stunning coastal villages in Salento. This town is steeped in history, with every corner reflecting the influence of various civilizations, such as the Romans, Byzantines, Ottomans, and Aragoneses. Visitors can enjoy free time to explore the magnificent Cathedral, the Church of Saint Peter in perfect Byzantine style, the Castle, the Towers, the formidable Pelasgi Bastions, and the Walls that once encircled the ancient city.
- Santa Cesarea Terme - Santa Cesarea Terme
- Castro Marina - Castro Marina
- Santa Maria di Leuca - After visiting Otranto, the journey continues to Santa Maria di Leuca along the breathtaking Adriatic coast, known for its cliffs overlooking the sea, caves, and rocky-bottomed bays.
- Gallipoli - Gallipoli is often referred to as the jewel of the Ionian Sea. This Greek city is divided into two sections: the new village, featuring tourist facilities and modern architecture, and the old city. The historic part is situated on a limestone island connected to the mainland by a 17th-century bridge. Visitors have free time to explore the historic center, characterized by a maze of narrow streets, traditional local craft shops, numerous impressive Baroque churches, and aristocratic palaces. Highlights include the Cathedral dedicated to St. Agatha, a prime example of Baroque architecture in Salento, the 13th-century Angevine Castle, and the Greek Fountain, one of Italy’s oldest fountains.
What's Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off service in Lecce
- Expert tour leader speaking English and Italian
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off service in Lecce
- Expert tour leader speaking English and Italian
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Lunch
Additional Information
- Wear comfortable shoes
- Bring a swimsuit and a towel
- Wear comfortable shoes
- Bring a swimsuit and a towel
Location
Porta Napoli
Piazzetta Arco di Trionfo
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Dianne_m
Jul 23, 2026
A memorable day discovering towns and cities in the Salento region with a friendly and extremely interesting guide - If you are in Lecce and you want to discover the local area then this trip is a must.
Stefano the driver was both friendly and informative. He went out of his way to pick us up close to our accommodation and ensured that drop off and pick up points were close to local attractions. This was greatly appreciated as the temperature was in the high 30’s.
The 4 towns we visited were very different and Stefano engaged us with his knowledge of the history of each and the local people. There were lots of photo opportunities and a chance to dip your toes into the soft sandy beaches. He even advised us where to eat and they did not disappoint. A truly memorable day. Thank you Stefano.
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U5131zaluisad
Jul 22, 2026
Fabulous day with wonderful guide - Fantastic days tour with an excellent, personable guide with great English and fascinating knowledge. This is a relaxing and perfect way to see some of the best sites in Southern Puglia. The restaurant recommendation for lunch was also wonderful. I got to swim in the Adriatic and Ionian sea. We saw beautiful coastal towns and memorable churches snd squares. A highlight of our trip here. Stefano- you are a top guide!
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Quest518560
Jul 20, 2026
A memorable day discovering towns and cities in the Salento region with a friendly and extremely interesting guide. - If you are in Lecce and you want to discover the local area then this trip is a must.
Stefano the driver was both friendly and informative. He went out of his way to pick us up close to our accommodation and ensured that drop off and pick up points were close to local attractions. This was greatly appreciated as the temperature was in the high 30’s.
The 4 towns we visited were very different and Stefano engaged us with his knowledge of the history of each and the local people. There were lots of photo opportunities and a chance to dip your toes into the soft sandy beaches. He even advised us where to eat and they did not disappoint. A truly memorable day. Thank you Stefano.
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Timothy_s
Jul 20, 2026
Beautiful way to see the Salento region - Excellent way to see the entire southern area of Salento. Four main stops with plenty of time to get a feel for each area. Some in our group even had a chance to swim in both the Adriatic and Ionian Seas!
Our driver and guide Stefano was fabulous! Full of information and great personality as well. One thing I really appreciated was he pointed out about three different place to get lunch, and then just left everyone to make their own decision. Been on too many tours where they funnel everyone into a designated place. This was so much better.
I would highly recommend this tour if you have just a short time in Lecce and would like to see more of the region.
Thanks again to Stefano!
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Lovetotravel58nomad
Jul 19, 2026
Great way to see Salento - This was a great way to see the entirety of the Salento region. The stops were very interesting and well timed - a full day trip but with 4 main city stops and a couple picture spots as well.
Stefano was an amazing guide, providing lots of information about each city. You could see how proud he is of the place he has grown up in.
Thanks again to Stefano and I would highly recommend this tour.
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Y1589cledwardc
Jul 16, 2026
Great tour! - The tour was excellent. Stefano was an outstanding guide, very knowledgeable in local history and culture and very personable.
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Dream26796864367
Jul 15, 2026
Best of Salento - This is the best tour we have ever done! Stephano is an incredible guide who has so much knowledge of the history of Salento region and Lecce. Definitely recommend.
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Johnkel1
Jul 10, 2026
Perfect in every way! - Stunning day in every way! Our guide, Stefano, gave us great commentary and information about the sights we were seeing. All the stops were excellent and Stefano’s lunch recommendation at Leuca was perfect. We opted for a private tour for the two of us and were able to tailor make our stops for an Aperol Spritz or two along the way. This tour was exactly what we wanted to see in Puglia as all the coastal towns seem to have their own charm & beautiful scenery. Would highly recommend the Salento Experience with Stefano!
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Imwanders
Jul 4, 2026
Highly recommend for a day trip - Wonderful way to see the coastal towns of importance along the Salento coast (and the confluence of the Adriatic and Ionian Seas) in a day from Lecce. Not only do you not need a car, Stefano was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastically showed us the key locations, enriching the experience further. Highly recommend!
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Sunshine39726550782
Jul 1, 2026
A great Salento highlights tour! - Stefano was excellent at explaining the history and fun facts about the Salento region in a clear way. He gave us free time at each of the 4 spots - and gave us recommendations too. He was a lovely young man, and we thoroughly enjoyed our tour today! Grazie mille!
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