Tours & Activities in Lecce

Highlights - Explore fantastic Unesco World Heritage Site. - Step back in time and discover the history of this unique village with an insight into how the trulli were lived in 600 years ago. - Visit Polignano a Mare charming village on the Adriatic cliffs with outstanding views of the azure sea. - Breathtaking views of our wonderful region.  Description Summary The Itria Valley is a magical place, teeming with ancient olive trees, villages full of history and colours, with delightful scenery and wonderful gastronomy.

discovering PUGLIA !! pick up 9,30am directly from your accomodation we will go to some of the most popular destinations in Italy!! LECCE visits the pugliese baroque city! the florence of the southern! transport to GALLIPOLI (on the way stop on beautiful beaches!!! PUGLIA is considered the Carribee of Europe! than visit of Gallipoli (the seacity) twice promenade (3000 years old) seems like "attached" to the sky... and a wonderful turquoise from the sea! Enjoy!!

A tour to the discovery of 3 characteristic villages of Itria Valley: Alberobello, Ostuni, Martina Franca. This tour will give you the opportunity to discover the Itria Valley, an area characterized by the presence of the extraordinary "Trulli", mythical houses with a conical roof, built with overlapped dried limestones. The whole Valley is surrounded by wonderful countrysides dominated by a rich vegetation and natural landscapes and includes characteristic villages. Each of these towns seems enveloped in a magical, almost fairytale-like atmosphere.

Guided tour in Otranto, one of the most important town of the Salento, in the Apulia region, southern Italy. Discover the historical center of Otranto with a certified tour guide. Pleasant walk through the street in old town, with a visit to the local craft shops, visit the Cathedral with its wonderful mosaics and the castle.

Highlights: Discover the Basilica of Santa Caterina, a treasury in the very heart of Galatina Walk in the streets of the historic center, a Jewel of Salento Compact , calm and beautiful  town

This is a tour designed for wine lovers, that wish to learn more about Salento wines, their production, culture and traditions.

With the help of your native host, you will learn to make pasta from scratch and cook it according to our local recipes. Our host will teach you about the regional traditions, culture and history.

We will admire caves characterized by their "crystalline" water. Adriatic side itinerary: After a brief stop in Grotta Cazzafri, at the foot of Punta Meliso, we continue towards Grotta Terradico, Verduselle, Grotta del Soffio and Grotta della Vora. To be able to admire the beauty of these coves up close, we will make a small stop for a swim under the cliff and to enter the caves. Ionian side itinerary: The first cave you meet on the western side, close to Punta Ristola is the Grotta Porcinara, immediately followed by the Grotta del Diavolo, the Grotta del Fiume, the Grotta delle Tre Porte, the Caverna dei Giganti, Grotta della Stalla and the majestic Dragon cave. Here too a stop is planned to immerse yourself in the crystal clear water.

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta (filled pasta + fresh pasta) from scratch with your Cesarina. As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. • Learn to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand • Learn to make 2 iconic pasta types • Learn to make the iconic tiramisu • Small-group cooking class with a maximum of 12 people. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine with other lovely guests • Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Unique capital of the Baroque, for centuries a crossroads of different Mediterranean cultures, Lecce is a precious gem, with a clear blue sky and golden palaces, it amazes us with the elaborate facades of the buildings and churches in the Baroque style and with the interiors exploding in a symphony of angels, cherubs, saints and flowers! it is a magical place, where time seems to have stopped!

Private guided tour of the beautiful village of Otranto with an expert guide who will accompany you to discover the most fascinating places and the history of this important town of Salento

Pizzica experience wants to teach and experience firsthand the dance and tradition of the Salento pizzica, this dance that has become famous all over the world. The activity will take place in a 1400s location, in an ancient courtyard in the heart of the center of Lecce. You will also be offered a glass of typical Salento wine. A professional pizzica dancer will teach you the right steps to dance with her. You will touch the tambourine with your hands, made by Lecce artisans.

Discover Lecce, the Florence of the South Italy, with Baroque-style architecture. Lecce is located in Apulia the heel of Italy, and is the capital of a land called Salento, surrounded by the Adriatic Sea. Tasting of typical pasticciotto

Italy has a vast and varied culinary heritage, and our local hosts are proud to share its hidden secrets. Share your passion for Italian gastronomy with other lovely guests, immerse yourself in the vibrant local market and enjoy an authentic hands-on cooking class. You'll visit the local market with your Cesarina host, who will teach you all about how to select the best ingredients with the seasons. Then, you'll return to their home, warm up with an Italian Aperitivo and enjoy the class. You'll learn how to make one iconic Pasta type, typical of the city you are visiting, and the famous Tiramisu. After the class, you will enjoy everything you've prepared with local wines. This experience is the perfect choice if you want to encounter the real Italian regional gastronomy through genuine connections, food, and friendship.

Lecce is not only baroque, but also stories and legends that have been handed down for centuries. From the palaces of Freemasonry to the vicissitudes of medieval knights in search of the true cross, from a magical journey to the stories of tragic loves and demonic and angelic apparitions. A journey among saints and demons, among ancient Egyptian divinities and Madonnas that look out from the altars, for a path destined for those who want to see Lecce with new eyes. WelcomeLecce with its decades of experience and professionalism can make you live a different story, for a memory of Lecce and Salento difficult to forget.

Indulge in a chauffeured tour food, and the spectacular landscape of Puglia. Savour some of the best wines and get a glimpse of some of the region's architectural gems. You'll travel in comfort and style on this tour to visit Lecce and Gallipoli. Optional Winetasting.

Explore in a eco-friendly and healthy way by riding a top top-quality e-bike. You will have the authentic experience of a guided tour of an underground ancient Olive oil Mill. At the bar stop try the traditional "Leccese Coffee" and the delicious Pasticciotto! You will also visit 2 of the 9 small villages part of the "Salentine Greek" an area in inhabited by the Griko people, an ethnic Greek minority. Very interesting!! In Galatina we visit one of the most beautiful Basilicas of Puglia (Basilica di Santa Caterina d'Alessandria). Last but not the least a wonderful Wine taste of Primitivo Wine OR Traditional Puglian Lunch.

Our trip will take us to some of the most beautiful beaches on the Otranto coast, enjoying the whole journey surrounded by a lovely Mediterranean scrubland. I'll drive you to the Otranto city first where you can have an independent tour in the amazing old Town. Then we'll go to one of well rated bakery shop for an independent shopping of typical gluttony that you might enjoy in the first beach we'll stop along the waterfront of Otranto. The next transfer will take us to the Turks’ bay, the wildest beach you could ever seen. Here you can enjoy your time as you prefer, getting a swim or walking around the pine path discovering the amazing coves that the place offers. In Torre Sant’ Andrea, our next halt, you could find out the clearest water you’ve ever seen in Puglia. The tour is just for you, so we don’t need hurry and your visit time will be very flexible.

Learn how to make Orecchiette Pasta from scratch with the locals in a wine bistrot located in the heart of Lecce old town. Live an authentic experience of orecchiette pasta making and tasting of the most famous Puglia wines.

Immerse yourself in a private pasta and tiramisu-making class in a welcoming home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and tiramisu and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner accompanied by local wines. During this private lesson, you will learn how to prepare 2 pasta recipes and the tiramisu dessert from scratch. Your Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of these iconic recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family once home with an Italian meal! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Sea canoe excursions in the most beautiful places in Salento. Our excursions are also suitable for those who have never gone canoeing because, included in the price, there will be introductions to canoe driving by trained personnel. New this year is a night tour with illuminated canoes to view the marine flora and fauna.

Enjoy Lecce and the surrounding villages ride with a high-quality fully equipped E-bike. The brand is Hibike (German Made) and has a battery autonomy of 65 km. The E-bikes also come fully equipped with a U-lock, Mobile phone holder, Helmet, and Ortlieb side panniers.

Visit the vibrant local market and the traditional food shops with the Cesarina and immerse yourself in a private cooking class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of cuisine from Lecce and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

The evening begins with a refined aperitif, a mixed dish that celebrates Italian flavors with fresh vegetables and a selection of local cured meats and cheeses. We will continue with the culinary course, a practical and engaging experience that leads participants to the preparation of traditional "orecchiette" and delicious "maccheroncini". Each participant will have the opportunity to put the skills learned into practice, contributing to the creation of the dishes. After the cooking session, we will enjoy a shared dinner, tasting what has been prepared. Dinner will be accompanied by a selection of carefully chosen wines: a robust Primitivo reserve red, a fresh rosé and an aromatic white. During the evening, there will be fun interludes dedicated to the bride, with jokes and moments of leisure that will make the atmosphere even more festive. The bride will be our guest completely free of charge, because every moment must be special for her.

Experience a unique adventure by riding your favorite bike in a natural and archaeological park, guided by an experienced guide who will tell you about the places, assist you along the way and give you assistance in any situation. Experience an unmissable thrill with this cyclo-hike riding our bikes of different types and with different configurations. Live an experience of cyclotourism in Salento accompanied by the best professional guides in the field and assisted along the way by a staff that will make this experience unique and unrepeatable. With this exciting guided bike tour we will explore Otranto, The Valley of Memories, Giurdignano with its Megalithic Garden and the Paduli Agricultural Park, immersed among the countryside of Giuggianello, along a route rich in naturalistic, historical and archaeological elements of great value.

Visit Otranto, is a charming town and small port on the Adriatic sea with its famous cathedral, castle and surrounded by a spectacular sea of sky blue color, after a delicious lunch in Castro, we will travel to Castro, another beautiful city on the sea and very suggestive with the emerald green sea color.

A guided walking tour to find out the artistic beauties of Lecce and its gastronomic delights. After meeting your guide, you will leave to discover the beautiful Lecce. You will begin your tour by heading to main sights of Lecce, walking through the characteristic narrow streets of the historic centre. You will discover the impressive Piazza Duomo, one of the most beautiful squares in Italy; Piazza Sant’Oronzo, where you will admire the remains of the Roman Amphitheatre; the fascinating Basilica of Santa Croce; the sumptuous churches in Baroque style; the amazing historical palaces and the most picturesque and hidden places of the old city. During the tour you will make a stop for a light lunch with typical Salento products: rustico, friselline ,puccette farcite con salumi, parmigiana, lasagna, fave e verdura, capocollo, burratina and a glass of good wine. This is a unique experience to learn about the art, culture, food and folklore of this wonderful city.

Discover the Salento wine area, home of the Primitivo Negramaro and Salice Salentino grapes, with this full-day wine tour. Enjoy an in depth insight into local wine production and techniques. Our expert guides will inspire you with food parings and history of the land.

visiting of 2 of the most famous sites of Italy !! included history, folks, traditions etc. !! enjoy with comfort the Puglia region history and tips of one of the most beautiful region of the penisula!

Enjoy this 2h30-street food tasting tour into one of the most enchanting and magic cities of the Southern Italy. Walk into the old town and taste the best local street food. Be impressed by the taste of the "rustico", soft puff pastry disc filled with mozzarella, tomato and bechamel, the flavour of local cheese, the crunchy tarallini, the "pasticciotto" freshly baked: a short pastry stuffed with custard and even more! See the jewels of Baroque architecture like Basilica of Santa Croce and Piazza Sant'Oronzo with the "Sedile", the old city Hall. Let yourself be attracted by the soft atmosphere in Piazza Duomo. This tour is the perfect formula to join a visit to the city to tasting of local specialties!