Cycling Tours,Independent Tours
Upon arrival to Lecce, individual transfer to your Hotel. Called the Florence of the South, Lecce is one of the most interesting Cities in the region due to its Baroque architecture, which is typical of the 17th Century. Don't forget to visit Piazza Duomo and Piazza Sant'Oronzo with its Amphitheatre. Overnight stay in Lecce.
This morning, you will be delivered your Bike delivery. Today, you will cycle along the beautiful Countryside of Salento and after about 25 kms you will reach Galatina. Enjoy some time to visit the Mother Church and the Basilica of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria with its 15th Century frescoes. After lunch break, maybe with a typical Rustico Leccese, you will ride for a further 25 kms towards Gallipoli. Don't miss the chance to spend your evening strolling around the beautiful streets of the Old Town. Overnight stay in Gallipoli. Meals: Breakfast
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Leaving Gallipoli behind today, you will cycle along the Ionian Coast headed to Torre San Giovanni. Here, the crystal clear sea will tempt you to swim, however it’s time to get back on your bike! A short detour will take you inland to see the small Towns of Ugento and Specchia, which are one of the most beautiful 'Borghi' of Italy. Then, you will continue your ride for another 35 kms reaching Santa Maria di Leuca, where the Ionian and the Adriatic Sea meet. This is the Southernmost point in Salento, striking the visitor’s eye for its colours and unreal silence. Overnight stay in Santa Maria di Leuca. Meals: Breakfast
Today after breakfast, you will start riding Northward along the beautiful Coastline of the Adriatic Sea. Crossing the Marinas of Tricase Porto and Castro Marina, you will finally get to one of the most amazing City's of Salento, Otranto. If you want you can enjoy a delicious Seafood Dinner and take a walk throughout the historic centre and maybe buy some souvenirs from the local little shops. Overnight stay in Otranto. Meals: Breakfast
In the morning, if you want, there's time to visit the City. Otranto is best appreciated in its amazing Cathedral, where the Bones of 813 Martyrs are displayed in a glass case behind the Altar. Less macabre is the Cathedral’s other jaw dropper, its Medieval Mosaic floor, which rivals the famous early Christian Mosaics of Ravenna in its richness and historical significance. Cycling along the Alimini Lakes, you will finally reach the Seaside Village of Torre Dell’Orso. Don't miss the opportunity to swim in the suggestive Grotta della Poesia. Before arriving in Lecce you will meet Acaya, a perfect stop for an authentic Italian Espresso or for a drink at Sunset in front of the Castle. Overnight stay in Lecce. Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before check-out. End of Services. Make you way individually to the Train Station for your onward journey. Meals: Breakfast
Tour Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and escorted tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (abt)
