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Tour to 4 Towns of Salento: Otranto, Leuca, Gallipoli, Galatina
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Lecce
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Wear comfortable shoes
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This tour will give you the opportunity to visit 4 of the most picturesque towns in Salento: Galatina, Otranto, Santa Maria di Leuca and Gallipoli. A scenic route from the Adriatic to the Ionian Sea, between rocky coasts, small bays and white Caribbean-style beaches.
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pick-up and drop-off service in Lecce
Expert tour leader speaking English and Italian
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Porta Napoli
Return
Itinerary
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Galatina
Galatina is a real gem of art, history and traditions. The wonderful Basilica of Saint Catherine of Alexandria is second only to the Basilica of Saint Francis in Assisi for the presence of many frescoes inside, which were created by Giotto's disciples.
Other monuments to visit are the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul, and the ancient "courtyard houses" and the buildings situated in the historic centre.
45 minutes
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Otranto
Otranto, one of the most beautiful coastal villages in Salento.The town of Otranto is full of history, and every corner highlights the passage of different civilizations, including the Romans, the Byzantines, the Ottomans and the Aragoneses. You will have free time to visit the splendid Cathedral, the Church of Saint Peter in perfect Byzantium style, the Castle, the Towers, the mighty Pelasgi Bastions and the Walls that surrounded the whole of the ancient city.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Santa Cesarea Terme
Santa Cesarea Terme
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Castro
Castro
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Santa Maria di Leuca
After Otranto you will reach Santa Maria di Leuca, along the wonderful Adriatic coast ,characterized by cliffs overlooking the sea, caves and bays with rocky bottom.
1 hour
6
Gallipoli
Gallipoli, considered the pearl of the Ionian Sea. This Greek city can be divided into two areas: the new village, where the tourist facilities and modern buildings arise, and the old city. The old part of the city is located on a limestone island connected to the mainland by a 17th century bridge. You will have free time at disposal to explore the historic center characterized by a labyrinthine weave of narrow streets, home to traditional shops of local handicrafts, numerous impressive Baroque churches and aristocratic palazzi. Also worth seeing are the Cathedral dedicated to St. Agatha, one of the best examples of Baroque in Salento, the Angevine Castle built in the 13th century and the Greek Fountain, one of the oldest fountains in Italy.
1 hour and 30 minutes
Tour to 4 Towns of Salento: Otranto, Leuca, Gallipoli, Galatina
(410) Reviews
Lecce
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This tour will give you the opportunity to visit 4 of the most picturesque towns in Salento: Galatina, Otranto, Santa Maria di Leuca and Gallipoli. A scenic route from the Adriatic to the Ionian Sea, between rocky coasts, small bays and white Caribbean-style beaches.