Visit Lecce, the Florence of the South renowned for it's stunning baroque architecture. Otranto is a seaside town famous for it's Cathedral containing fantastic mosaics and for its castle. Castro is a small, sleepy fishing town with stunning views over the sea and a tranquil piazza, a great place for a coffee .
- Lecce , stunning baroque architecture and churches
- Otranto , clear aqua waters, historic castle and pretty coastline
- Castro, sleepy village on the cliffs with amazing sea views
| Included | A/C transport and English speaking driver and Guide |
|---|---|
| Not included | Lunch |
| Duration | 9 Hours |
| Bring along | Wear comfortable walking shoes and casual dre |
| Participants | Tour takes place from 1 to 8 participants |
| Important information | Tour lasts approx 8 hours |
Venue
Ostuni, BR, Italy
Offered by
Green Italy Experiences
Further information
While in Puglia you cannot miss a visit to Lecce, the baroque capital of the south or Gallipoli, a quaint fishing village on the Ionian Coast. Gallipoli's name comes from the Greek “Kalle Polis”, which literally translates to "beautiful city". In Lecce we will tour the sprawling town centre, visit the incredible churches and the Roman amphitheatre.Castro is a small fishing village with amazing views from its sleepy piazza, a great place for a coffee and people watching Otranto is famed for its cathedral with fantastic mosaics, as well as for its medieval castle that inspired Horace Walpole's novel. We will visit this seaside town from where crusaders and Knight Templars would leave for the Holy Land.The costal drive from Castro to Otranto is stunning with clear sparkling blue/ green waters and lovely views.Option to have lunch in either Castro at Grotta del Conte, with amazing sea views, or in Otranto at an extra cost.
