Lecce Tours

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.

Our fathers used to make wine here in Salento. A good wine, what today is called a "garagisti" wine, made in the family's millstone and sold locally: a zero kilometer product. We children were told that we had to work the land, already as children, so that we could understand how many poorly paid sacrifices and how much hard work it took to get by with the vineyard. And that it was necessary to study for a "profession", for a more dignified and profitable job than theirs, otherwise our future would have been in the middle of the "earth". But when it would have been simple and natural, for all that we had been taught since we were children, to abandon, sell or eradicate the vines we inherited, that's how it all took a different turn. It was decided all together, me, Carlo and Franco, to save the vineyards. Since then many harvests have passed, but when you come to visit us you will feel all the pleasure and beauty of tasting authentic wines

The site on which the Jewish Museum of Lecce stands is the fulcrum of the ancient Jewish quarter, as there was the fifteenth-century synagogue. Today its undergrounds are part of a historical itinerary accessible by the visitor. During the visit we observe the tanks used for ritual ablutions (mikwa’ot), the door jamb space in which a mezuzah was housed and the remains of the ecclesiastical building whose perimeter is substantially the same as the pre-existing synagogue. Available languages: Italian, English, French, Spanish.

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.

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”.

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.

We will take a 2-hour tour of the streets and alleys of the historic center, among classical buildings, baroque churches and Roman monuments ...! 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 that explode in a symphony of angels, cherubs, saints and flowers! it is a magical place, where time seems to have stopped!

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.

We will live a Mountain Bike adventure in the Otranto-Leuca Regional Natural Park. You will have the best MTB and equipment available for this type of outdoor activity. You will be guided by expert and specialized environmental and excursion guides. You will always be supported by our staff for any technical problem on your bikes. You will live in complete autonomy a guided MTB adventure modulated on your level and your abilities. We will explore a Natural Park full of equipped cycle-hiking trails , completely immersed in a natural landscape of incomparable naturalistic value. You will cycle along panoramic rocky paths overlooking the sea, we will descend pleasant slopes until we touch the sea, we will have fun jumping on the red earth dunes in the suggestive Cava di Bauxite, we will cycle in history going back down the Idro Valley, we will travel the ancient stretch of the Via Francigena that will take us to Otranto where we will visit the ancient village.

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.

- 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

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.

Book a boat trip to the Caves of Santa Maria di Leuca, and enjoy stops to swim and snorkel along the way. In a small group of just 12 travelers, you’ll cruise past Punta Ristola, the southern tip of the Puglia region, as well as Punta Meliso, on your route to the caves. You’ll learn about the coastal scenery as you go, and have chance to check out other caves in the area, too.

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.

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.

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.

Get to know the sunny, seaside region of Salento through its most famous product: wine. Departing from Lecce, you'll be introduced to native grape varieties and learn how wines have flourished in the arid climate. Visiting two wineries with an expert sommelier, you’ll cover the ins and outs of local wine-making, with a chance to savor some of the keysest wine selections — paired with savory regional treats.

Explore one of Lecce’s finest wineries at the most magical time of day on a sunset tour from Porto Cesareo. Designed with lovers of wine and nature in mind, this tour includes hassle-free pickup and drop-off from your accommodation, and the chance to sample several varietals of wine.

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.

Enjoy a quiet experience away from Lecce's tourist crowds. In a cozy wine bar with an inspiring deco, learn about Puglia wines and wine culture as you sip several different types of wine while enjoying delicious local food. Learn all about the local wine culture from your wine expert.

I am considered by many an expert in wines and atoria and traditions of Salento. My main activity is to sell Salento wines all over the world. Now I am ready to offer you the opportunity to taste the best local wine labels and traditional dishes with me to discover together all the secrets of Salento wine and food.

If you love to explore independently, leave Italy’s crazy traffic to the experts and join this full-day door-to-door transport-only tour of some of Puglia’s most scenic towns and villages. Start at the pretty seaside village of Polignano a Mare; continue to Alberobello, a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its extraordinary “trulli” structures; stroll among Locorotondo’s flower-decked balconies; conclude with the “white town”, Ostuni. Tour is capped at just eight travelers.

Immerse yourself in Italian culinary culture during a private cooking class in Otranto. Begin with a visit to the local market to see how the locals shop and pick up fresh ingredients for three recipes. Then head to your host’s home to begin cooking. During the laidback class, find out what makes food in the Apulia region unique. Afterwards, enjoy your culinary creations with a variety of local wines.

Visit La Valle d’Itria on a day trip from Lecce to discover the highlights of one of Puglia’s most enchanting regions. After a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage–listed village of Alberobello to see its cone-roofed trulli houses, you’ll visit the family-run La Cantina restaurant for a 4-course lunch. With your appetite sated, you’ll finally head to the seaside at Polignano a Mare where sweeping coastal vistas await.