Tours & Activities in Lecce

Don’t miss the chance to explore the island of Capri by taking part in this incredible tour. Enjoy more than six hours on the island, visiting Capri by land and by sea.

Explore the Lecce countryside and surrounding ancient villages in a eco-friendly and healthy way by riding a top-quality E-bike. Enjoy 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 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 a Traditional Puglian Lunch (only on request). Finally you experience a tiny local train for the way back to lecce.

Walking tour in one of the beautiful cities of Salento, with a prepared tour guide speaking Italian and English

Have fun and learn PIZZICA, the typical dance of Salento, with a real professional dancer. Wine and food during the lesson.

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.

Set off to discover Salento aboard a comfortable 9-seater van. Spend a wonderful day admiring the villages and coastal landscapes of the Salento peninsula, in complete relaxation.

Pizzica experience wants to teach and experience firsthand the dance and tradition of the Salento pizzica, a dance that has become famous throughout the world. The activity will take place in a location from the 1400s, in an ancient courtyard in the heart of the center of Lecce. You will also be offered an aperitif with local products and wine. A professional pizzica dancer will teach you the steps so you can dance with her. You will touch the tambourine with your hands, made by Salento artisans. The languages spoken are: Italian, English, French and Spanish.

Together with Enza you will discover the pleasure of making homemade orecchiette and macaroni with simple ingredients. The courses are accompanied by a tasting of fine "Salento wines".

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

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.

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.

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

Tour the local market in Lecce to shop for fresh produce with an expert home cook guide. Then enjoy a private cooking class in a local home, learning how to make regional recipes. Have a meal to taste everything you've made, along with local wines.

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.

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.

Discover the baroque exuberance of Lecce on a private or shared guided tour by bike. Travel into the different eras of Lecce while passing sights like the Piazza del Duomo and Basilica di Santa Croce.

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.

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!

Tour the coast of Porto Selvaggio Natural Park in fast single or double sea kayaks for effortless speed. Explore caves and swim in the refreshing cold springs.

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.

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

Participate in a private cooking class in a local home with a certified cook. Learn local recipes and taste everything you've made with wines included.

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!

Indulge in a chauffeured tour and enjoy 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.

Explore the city of Lecce on a Private or Group tour to its main landmarks, such as the Piazza del Duomo and the Basilica of Santa Croce. Enjoy tastings of a variety of street food.

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.

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.

Learn to make the famous Pasta and tiramisù in local homes with this shared hands-on cooking class. Discover, cook and taste the most iconic Italian dishes with expert home cooks in their own homes.

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.