Full Day Tour of Otranto City and its Amazing Seacoast from Lecce
Overview
I'll drive you to Otranto, one of the most beautiful coastal villages in Salento, where you can have an independent tour enjoying the ancient city. After that we transfer to the Bauxite Lake and to Palascia Lighthouse with their breathtaking views. In Torre Sant'Andrea and Torre dell'Orso you could find out the clearest water you've ever seen in Puglia.
For last you'll visit one of the 10 most beautiful natural pools in the world. Your visit time will be very flexible and you can also get a swim in your chosen place, so carry your swim gear.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- The tour is just for you with flexible visit times
- Independent tour
- Entry/Admission - Grotta della Poesia
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Centro Storico Otranto, Piazza Castello, 73028, Otranto Italy
Transfer from Lecce to Otranto 40 min -
Otranto, one of the most lovely coastal villages in Salento.
Every corner highlight the different civilizations who lived here like Romans, Byzantines, Ottomans and Aragoneses. You'll have free time for visiting the amazing Cathedral, the Saint Peter Church in Byzantine style, the Castle and the gorgeous Walls that surround the whole ancient city.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Cava di Bauxite, Sito Naturalistico, Otranto Italy
Transfer from Otranto to Bauxite Lake 10 min -
A small lake grew into an abandoned bauxite quarry characterised by an impressive red color of the ground surrounded by Mediterranean scrublands.
It has become a true must-see in the last years for all tourists. You'll enjoy the whole area with amazing viewpoints.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Punta Palascia Lighthouse, Strada Provinciale 87, 73028, Otranto Italy
Transfer from Bauxite Lake to Palascia Lighthouse 10 min -
Tall white cylindrical lighthouse located on the easternmost point of Italy. Walking along the path it's possible admiring the wonderful view of the Adriatic Sea.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Torre Sant'Andrea, Melendugno Italy
Transfer from Palascia Lighthouse to Torre Sant'Andrea 30 min -
This is one gorgeous sight. The water is the clearest you can find out in Puglia and the backdrop is outstanding.
You could also swim here, so carry your swim gear.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Torre dell'Orso Beach, Piazza Risorgimento, Torre dell'Orso, Melendugno Italy
Transfer from Torre Sant'Andrea to Torre dell'Orso Beach 10 min -
You'll visit a great long beach with very nice soft sand.
You can walk through it enjoying the lovely viewpoints and the amazing sea color or getting a swim if you wish.
You can also tasting a delicious sweet in the breathtaking terrace by one of the most extraordinary local Bakery/Ice Cream Shop.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Grotta della Poesia, Sp 366, Roca Vecchia, Melendugno Italy
Transfer from Torre dell'Orso to Poetry Cave 5 min -
You'll visit one of the 10 most beautiful natural pools in the world. It's forbidden to go into the water because of safety measures.
- Transfer from Poetry Cave to Lecce 40 min
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional information
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Near public transportation
- Stroller accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Wear comfortable shoes
- Remaining hours for tour duration will spend on travel
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- 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
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Roberto planned the perfect day with tours of wineries and beaches and towns. Thank you Roberto, you are a fantastic guide!
Roberto planned the perfect day with tours of wineries and beaches and towns. Thank you Roberto, you are a fantastic guide!Roberto was the highlight of our Salento vacation. We stayed in 3 towns/cities during our week-long stay. We relied on him to drive us from one to the other but not just as a taxi would, but we asked him to make a full day tour of it one day and a half day tour of it for the second transfer. We s...
Roberto was the highlight of our Salento vacation. We stayed in 3 towns/cities during our week-long stay. We relied on him to drive us from one to the other but not just as a taxi would, but we asked him to make a full day tour of it one day and a half day tour of it for the second transfer. We saw and enjoyed beaches and sites we would not have been able to without a car. It was like having a family member who lived in the area driving you around and taking you to his favorite sites. And...his prices were very reasonable. I can't recommend Roberto and his transfer and tour service enough!Great places to visit with even better host. Bob took us and drove is around Otranto and other beautiful places in the region that we couldn't see otherwise. Was a great company and informative on the local traditional cuisine and living. On each place we had it enjoyed at our own pace. It's not ...
Great places to visit with even better host. Bob took us and drove is around Otranto and other beautiful places in the region that we couldn't see otherwise. Was a great company and informative on the local traditional cuisine and living. On each place we had it enjoyed at our own pace. It's not only the trip but the host as well and with Bob you are in good hands!The best thing about this tour is it was just Us, we never did a private tour before and man was it worth it. Bob and his wife picked us up and dropped us off and besides seeing most of the important sights in the area time was on our side! We stayed at some places like Otranto longer . That was ...
The best thing about this tour is it was just Us, we never did a private tour before and man was it worth it. Bob and his wife picked us up and dropped us off and besides seeing most of the important sights in the area time was on our side! We stayed at some places like Otranto longer . That was no problem, it was our day. Great people, great day and a great tour!Bob and his wife took my husband and me on an amazing tour of Otranto and the Salento Coast. I didn’t know what to expect when I booked the tour, but I was surprised and happy that it was a private tour and Bob was so friendly and spoke English so well. This was a great way to see the different...
Bob and his wife took my husband and me on an amazing tour of Otranto and the Salento Coast. I didn’t know what to expect when I booked the tour, but I was surprised and happy that it was a private tour and Bob was so friendly and spoke English so well. This was a great way to see the different beaches and sights along the coast without our own car.Great trip with Bob and Sandra. We were so glad we took the longer tour and saw more places. It is so worth it. Bob also helped me with some italian practice. Stops were Instagram picture perfect. Amazing! Easy going tour. We highly recommend it. ❤️❤️❤️
Great trip with Bob and Sandra. We were so glad we took the longer tour and saw more places. It is so worth it. Bob also helped me with some italian practice. Stops were Instagram picture perfect. Amazing! Easy going tour. We highly recommend it. ❤️❤️❤️