Top 10 Tours in Salento, Puglia

Indulge in a chauffeured tour of wine, 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 vineyard tour and Lecce visit.

Inclusions: Pick up / Drop off from Ostuni, Lecce, Bari, Visit to Lecce and Gallipoli, Lunch at an upscale restaurant, Winetasting – 5 award winning organic wines, Coffee Break, Private transport, fully equipped for your complete comfort, Expert bilingual (English/Italian, Spanish/Italian) tour escort (French, German, Japanese and Russian upon request)

Exclusions: Gratuities

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.

Inclusions: Tasting wines are always included, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Lunch, Sommelier

Exclusions: NOT included in the "what is included" item

Live a unique adventure pedaling on your favorite bike in a natural and archaeological park, guided by an expert guide who will tell you about the places, will assist you on the route and will assist you in any situation. Experience an unmissable emotion with this cycle-excursion riding our bikes of different types and with different configurations. Live a cycling touring experience in Salento accompanied by the best professional guides in the sector and assisted along the way by a staff who will make this experience unique and unrepeatable. With this exciting guided bike excursion we will explore Otranto, the Valley of Memories, Giurdignano with its Megalithic Garden and the Agricultural Park of the Paduli, immersed in the Giuggianello countryside, along a path rich in naturalistic, historical and archaeological elements of great value.

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Bike / Biking Kit: Tour Bike, Mountain Bike (MTB), Walk Bike, E-Bike (Electric Bike), Bike Helmets, Drilling Kit, Bike Storage Bags, smartphone / device holder

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The tour starts from the tourist port of Torre Vado. During the excursion you will visit the caves of the Ionian side and the Adriatic natural park up to the "Mannute Complex" (Adriatic Sea). View of Santa Maria di Leuca and the Tacco d'Italia from the sea. Our crew will tell you about the peculiarities and secrets of the most beautiful caves of Salento. During the tour there are two stops for swimming of about 25 minutes each. A non-alcoholic or alcoholic drink (beer / prosecco) is included in the price. Bar service on board.

Inclusions: Welcome cocktail, Visit to the caves on the Ionian and Adriatic sides, Two Stops Bathroom

Exclusions: OPEN BAR

Explore some of Puglia's gorgeous scenery with this 9-hour day trip from Lecce to Santa Maria di Leuca and Specchia. See caves and geological formations, including an underground olive press. Enjoy panoramic views and lunch (own expense) at Patù/San Gregorio.

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Driver

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Tour guide

Immerse yourself in a private cooking class at local's home,  learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Brindisi cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a selection of local wines. During the lesson the local home cook will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Brindisi 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. This experience is held by Cesarine: 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.

Inclusions: Local taxes, Private Cooking Class, Tastings of the 3 recipes, Beverages (water, wines and coffee)

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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.

Inclusions: Local taxes, Private guided market tour, Private cooking class, Private 3-course dinner or 3-course lunch, Beverages (water, wines and coffee)

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Immerse yourself in a private pasta-making class at a local's home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a selection of local wine. During the lesson, the local home cook will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional pasta 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. This experience is held by Cesarine: 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.

Inclusions: Local taxes, Private Pasta-making Class, Tasting of the 3 pasta recipes, Beverages (water, wines and coffee)

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We offer the smallest size group tour on the market (max 10), with guaranteed departures of just 2 passengers.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 7 nights in exquisite 4 or 5 star accommodation, including 2 nights in a traditional Trullo house., Guided tours of Matera, Lecce and the UNESCO World Heritage city of Alberobello., Private cooking class to make traditional orecchiette., Guided tour and lunch with wine pairings at a local winery near Lecce., Visit the charming seaside villages of the Salento Peninsula., Private boat excursion in Santa Maria di Leuca., Excursion to Polignano a Mare., Guided tour of Castellana Cave., Entrance to Casa Grotta, Chiesa Rupestre, Basilica di Santa Croce & Duomo, Entrance to Trullo Sovrano & Castellana Cave., Private transportation, Airport transfers on arrival & departure.

Exclusions: Flights, Hotel City Tax, Lunch at Grotte Palazzese (optional)

ALBEROBELLO AND OSTUNI ARE BOTH TWO UNIQUE CITIES SO DIFFERENT ONE FROM ANOTHER. BOTH OF THIS PALCES ARE A MUST TO VISIT IN APULIA REGION.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, TASTING OF LIQUORES AND TARALLI IN AN ANCIENT TRULLO IN ALBEROBELLO

Exclusions: Lunch