Top Lecce Outdoor Activities

Lecce is best known for its sumptuous baroque architecture, but the city has an equally rich cuisine worth exploring. Discover both its cultural treasures and gastronomic delights with this tour that combines a guided walk past the Basilica of Santa Croce, the cathedral, and other highlights of the historic center with stops to sample traditional specialties like savory “rustico” and “frisella” pastries, and the sweet custard-filled “pasticciotto”.

Get an authentic taste of local culture during this 3-hour cooking class in a private Lecce estate. Join the estate’s owners, both professional sommeliers, to create a meal of Pugliese specialties, and then enjoy your meal with a selection of fine wine.

- Learn how to make orecchiette "pasta fresca" in the heart of Lecce old town with the locals and in a wonderful location over an incredible Baroque view - Enjoy a guided wine experience with local experts and learn the ins and outs of Puglia wine production - make pasta and taste wine with the locals in a wonderful location with a gorgeous view

Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Lecce on a leisurely bike tour. Pedal through the flat, bike-friendly streets and piazzas with a local guide and visit highlights like the Basilica of Santa Croce, Piazza del Duomo, and the ruins of an ancient Roman amphitheater. Enjoy the fresh air and flexibility of a 2-wheeled tour, and stop often to snap photos, browse local boutiques, and sample regional food and wine.

You'll have the opportunity to get to know a local tour guide and to walk in his company listening to the history and characteristics of Lecce.

Explore with professional Excursion Guide the north coast  of Otranto along the Path of the Hermit, breathtaking coastal Trekking. Walking along scenic coastal paths, discover resurgences of freshwater and hidden caves, explore the famous Grotta della Monaca and the mysterious Cave of the Hermit, discover the natural swimming pool, relaxing break and a refreshing swimming in the hidden Beach in the Bay of the Turks. 

I worked for 15 years as a biochemical researcher of wine. Now I have transformed my dream and my passion into an activity dedicated to the world of wine, offering my clients an exclusive experience in the authentic culture of Salento wine. Thanks to my experience of online wine sales matured with my website I know perfectly all the cellars and wines of Salento. And now I want to use all my knowledge to give you the best and most complete wine experience you can find in Salento. Make yourself comfortable because the tour is about to start.

The day takes place visiting two wineries: in each we will taste 3 or more selected wines ("NO entry level wines") Furthermore, my tours always have a convenient organized and private transfer, with their own insurance, which will allow you to taste the wines without worrying about having to drive. IMPORTANT: I always accompany my guests personally throughout the day and, as a professional sommelier, I am available for technical and non-technical information. During the experience we will visit historical and traditional companies while during transfers between one winery and another, I will have the pleasure of telling you the history of the wine of my region; in this way you will be able to appreciate the visits in the cellar, understanding how the Apulian wines were born and evolved. I visited and selected numerous wineries throughout Puglia and chose very small wineries often run by families, historic wineries or even cellars with an attached wine museum.

Discover a mix of stunning natural landscapes and ancient history during this half-day, private excursion through Roca, an archaeological site in northern Italy. Explore the Cave of Poetry, a natural pool lauded for its otherworldly beauty, hike to hidden, cliffside coves, and enjoy a refreshing swim in the Beach of the Two Sisters.

Explore a side of the Ionian coastline that most visitors never see with this catamaran day cruise from Porto Cesario. Sail up the Gulf of Taranto to admire hidden coves and sandy beaches, snorkel in underwater Roman ruins and colorful reefs, and take a dip off wild islands inhabited only by local fauna. End with an aperitif featuring local wines and gourmet specialties on board.

The Bay of Porto Selvaggio is one of the most scenic on Puglia's Salento peninsula. Explore the coastline of this nature reserve by kayak, paddling through the crystalline waters to access inlets and grottoes too small for motorboats. Glide beneath the Torre di Santa Maria dell’Alto, stopping to explore sea caves and snap photos of the coastal cliffs, then take a break to swim and snorkel at Porto Selvaggio beach.

ASD GALLIPOLI SCUBA DIVING was founded by a group of friends with an irrepressible love for the sea. Our experience as divers in all the seas of the world has allowed us to fully grasp the beauty and fragility of the underwater world. The association was born with the intent of letting as many people as possible know the wonders of the sea, being convinced that to make the unforgettable experience of the first breath underwater, to observe closely for the first time a colorful nudibranch and to swim in deep blue, it is the best way to fall in love and respect the greatest resource of all humanity. The sea.

Some of Salento's — also called the Peninsola Salentina — loveliest towns lie just south of Lecce on the "heel" of boot-shaped Italy. With this tour, save time by visiting four of the region's most characteristic towns in one day, stopping at cathedrals, baroque churches, castles, and public fountains along the way. Let your guide takes care of the itinerary and a driver southern Italy's narrow highways.

Independent travelers will enjoy this 3-stop tour in Puglia, which provides transportation from Lecce but allows you to explore on your own. There's no need to rent a car; just sit back and enjoy the scenery on the way to Ostuni, Alberobello, and Polignano a Mare. Explore each town on your own, with some tips from your guide if you wish.

Cover more sights in less time during this scenic, off-the-beaten-track bike tour, with stops at prehistoric ruins, a Byzantine crypt, and the turquoise bay of Porto Badisco, with options to swim or rent a canoe. Enjoy fresh, regional delicacies with a traditional local lunch spread, cooked in a stone oven. You’ll also be treated to a tasty iced coffee as you cruise the magnificent coast.

• Discover the wonderful cities of the Apulia region on an alternative way • Ride in complete freedom and indipendence by choosing the bike that suits you best • Plan your route from town to town, by the seaside or countryside • Let us suggest you places and events that could not be missed 

3-hour tour in complete relaxation, during which you can let yourself be caressed by the wind letting yourself be lulled by the waves of the sea, an experience that is worth living. Dive with us in a sea of emotions! We will visit the wonderful sea caves of Santa Maria di Leuca, both the Adriatic and the Ionian side.

will discover the hidden treasures of the Adriatic Coast of Salento. An exciting excursion in Kayak to discover hidden coves and protected by high cliffs where we will enjoy a unique panorama, we will snorkel to discover marine ecosystems and the sunken treasures of this enchanted coast. We will leave with our canoes and our kayaks paddling from Roca Vecchia between hidden coves and sea caves. We will explore the inside of the archaeological area and the ancient port by sea. We will reach the Grotta della Poesia by kayak, in this magical place we will snorkel while exploring the natural tunnels dug into the rock and the cave; Paddling along the coast we will explore the coastal caves We will continue along the coast until Torre dell'Orso, where we exploring its beaches and the pine forest behind it. We will disembark on the Due Sorelle beach passing between the two famous Faraglioni and explore the Grotta di San Cristoforo. Once in Sant'Andrea, our excursion will end.

Escape the crowds and explore the hidden treasures in the Parco Naturale Regionale Costa Otranto with this kayak excursion led by marine biologist guides. Learn about the native marine flora and fauna from your guide as you explore the Grotta Monaca, a sea cave known for its pristine waters and cove. Glide silently into the Baia dei Turchi to swim and snorkel in the secluded bay and relax on the beach.

The Santa Maria di Leuca kayak trip is a trip along the last stretch of the ionian coast of Salento. It is suitable for those who have never gone kayaking. On the way we will show you hidden caves and ravines, all to be explored! After putting on the life jackets and entering our kayaks, we will be ready to sail south from Marina di Felloniche , alongside the splendid Ionian coast of Santa Maria di Leuca. We will enter many caves including: Drago Cave, Della Stalla Cave, Tre Porte Cave, Del Presepe Cave, River Cave. In the latter you will get off the kayaks for a short stop before going back to Marina di Felloniche.

Gallipoli and its surrounding coastal landscapes boast beautiful Ionian Sea views, and a rich history of conquering and settlement dating back to the Middle Ages. On this full-day bike tour, spin through the Porto Selvaggio Natural Park with your guide to lead the way. Reach far-flung historic sites including Alezio, Galatone, and Sannicola with ease, and enjoy free time for a swim at your leisure.

Enjoy an up-close experience of Puglia’s picturesque countryside on this languidly paced, full-day bike tour. Meet your guide, set off from Lecce, and continue onwards to Acaya, where you’ll see its historical castle and stop for light refreshments. Then, head to the Adriatic coastline and go for a refreshing swim before visiting Le Cesine Nature Reserve: the region’s last-remaining wetland habitat. Finally, bike back to Lecce along scenic country lanes.

You can hire a boat and you can drive it without needing a boat license. Enjoy the show that the coast of Santa Maria di Leuca offers.

Journeying through Capo di Leuca by bicycle allows travelers to go where buses and cars can’t. With this tour, cruise through the charming villages of the region along bike paths and “secondary” streets. Discover hidden gems like the medieval hamlet of Giuliano and the Sanctuary of Leuca Piccola in Barbarano. It’s an easy, roughly 9.3-mile (15 kilometers) bike ride suitable for all fitness levels.