10 Private Tours in Salento That You Shouldn't Miss

December 13, 2021 Deane Carmody

Discover the best top things to do in Salento, Italy including Wine Tour and Light Lunch Salento and Puglia, Excursion: the Path of Capo d’Otranto and the Lighthouse of Palascia, - 4 Days in Puglia from Alberobello and Matera to Ostuni and Lecce -, Bike tour: Otranto, Giurdignano and the Megalithic Garden, Semi-Independent Tour to Galatina and Gallipoli from Lecce, Tour in the Natural Beauties of Salento: Santa Maria di Leuca and Specchia, Private Tour: Castro and Otranto Day-Trip from Lecce, The Wonderful Alberbello & The White City Ostuni Full Day Tour, 7 DAYS PRIVATE TOUR PUGLIA & MATERA (hotel + transfers + guides + food & wine), 2 days mini tour from Alberobello visiting Ostuni, Martina Franca & Locorotondo.
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1. Wine Tour and Light Lunch Salento and Puglia

Palazzo Belsanti, Viale dell'Università, 63, 73100 Lecce LE, Italy PUGLIA WINE TOUR & TASTING
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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

Reviewed By lex_in_the_city

Excellent tour. We visited two wineries that were very different - which was a great contrast. Learned a lot about the history of wines in the region and the types of grapes they use. We were also lucky because we were able to taste reserve wines at these wineries. Would highly recommend for anyone interested in learning/trying local wines. Andrea really went all out to ensure a great experience!

2. Excursion: the Path of Capo d’Otranto and the Lighthouse of Palascia

Via del Porto, 1, 73028 Otranto LE, Italy Naturalmente Salento
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With this adventurous excursion we will guide you along the Path of Capo d'Otranto to admire the Lighthouse of Punta Palascia and the naturalistic trails of the Natural Park Otranto-Leuca. We will make an exciting panoramic and extreme trekking, along the coastal paths on high cliffs, we will visit the legendary Torre del Serpe, we will walk on the Path of the Orte, we will go up the coast we will explore the ex Cava di Bauxite, its red lake and the suggestive dunes of red earth . We will continue along the path of Capo d'Otranto, we will make an adventurous trek, we will cross the fossil forest and we will explore the Grotta del Vento and the panoramic Grotta del Ciclope, we will arrive at the lighthouse to stop at the easternmost point of Italy, we will walk along the paths of the Via Francigena until you reach Masseria Cippano, from here we will travel the Sentiero delle Memorie from the Colle dei Martiri. From here we will return to Otranto to the starting point where the excursion ends.

Inclusions: Hiking / Trekking / Nordic Walking sticks / sticks, hiking helmets, flashlights / led lights, front lights, survival kits, harnesses, ropes, carabiners, descent and ascent tools, safety systems.

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Reviewed By Apodemius

We wanted to do this activity on 20/09. On that fateful day we received, 2 hours in advance of the start of this activity, an email that the activity was cancelled. We received no explanation to why. We tried to phone them multiple times but they didnt even bother to pick up their phone. Terrible costumer service.

3. - 4 Days in Puglia from Alberobello and Matera to Ostuni and Lecce -

Tours of Puglia
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We offer tailored daily excursions and multi-day tours for our guests. They are all private exclusive itineraries and can be accompanied with luxury car, minivan or bus (according to the number of people in your party). Each vehicle is provided with Free On-Board Wifi. Each tour can be accompanied by an English speaking guide and a private driver (2 different persons).

Inclusions: Private tour guide, Transport , Accommodation

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By chooms

We set up a 4 day tour during our visit to Puglia recently. Months ahead I contacted Tours of Puglia to help us get the most of our visit. Francesca asked us what we wanted to see instead of telling us “this is the Tours we have”. Our main goal was to visit our ancestral home of Alberobello. I also asked her recommendations, which she gladly provided. She set up a full 4 days of touring which included 2 night stays in Alberobello (Trullo houses) and Lecce. We visited all of the main sites of Puglia like Locorotondo, Matera , Ostuni, etc....she included an incredible meal each day, including a meal at a Masseria....our guides, Vincenzo and Flo were beyond incredible....they were like walking historic encyclopedias. Vincenzo was instrumental is us locating the street in Alberobello where our grandmother was born. They, and our drivers, went out of their way to insure we missed nothing. We were just 4, so everything could be personalized. Everything went as planned and we could not have asked for for more....we cannot recommend Tours of Puglia mort highly...

4. Bike tour: Otranto, Giurdignano and the Megalithic Garden

Via Alimini (pressi Eurospin), 73028 Otranto, Province of Lecce, Italy Naturalmente Salento
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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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Reviewed By Apodemius

We wanted to do this activity on 20/09. On that fateful day we received, 2 hours in advance of the start of this activity, an email that the activity was cancelled. We received no explanation to why. We tried to phone them multiple times but they didnt even bother to pick up their phone. Terrible costumer service.

5. Semi-Independent Tour to Galatina and Gallipoli from Lecce

73100 Lecce, Province of Lecce, Italy YourPersonaJames "You Live, We Drive"

A tour rich in history, culture, art and culinary art. The story told through churches, monuments and architecture of the historic center of Galatina and Gallipoli; through the wine culture with a break in the L’Astore di Cutrofiano for wine tasting (at own expense); through a visit in the characteristic and well-known fish-market of Gallipoli. Tour guide is not included.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private driver, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Wine tasting (optional), Lunch, Tour guides for attractions

Reviewed By Claire B

What a trip! Adam, our driver, was fabulous. Nothing was too much trouble for him. The day went according to plan and we had marvellous visits to both the extensive complex of Villa Adriana and then taken up the hill to Villa d’Este and its magnificent water gardens. Thoroughly recommend this out of Rome trip although pre-trip communication from the local provider could be improved.

6. Tour in the Natural Beauties of Salento: Santa Maria di Leuca and Specchia

73100 Lecce, Province of Lecce, Italy YourPersonaJames "You Live, We Drive"

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

Reviewed By Claire B

What a trip! Adam, our driver, was fabulous. Nothing was too much trouble for him. The day went according to plan and we had marvellous visits to both the extensive complex of Villa Adriana and then taken up the hill to Villa d’Este and its magnificent water gardens. Thoroughly recommend this out of Rome trip although pre-trip communication from the local provider could be improved.

7. Private Tour: Castro and Otranto Day-Trip from Lecce

73100 Lecce, Province of Lecce, Italy YourPersonaJames "You Live, We Drive"

The first stop is Castro, pearl of Salento. The magic blue and green of the landscape makes this place breathtaking. You will drive along the south coast, then our chaffeur will drop you in Otranto. A mix of history, architecture, views, sea-front restaurants and white sandy beach makes it one of Puglia's most interesting, charming and picturesque towns. Please note that a tour guide is not included, but you will visit these places on your own.

Inclusions: Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Driver

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Tour guide

Reviewed By Claire B

What a trip! Adam, our driver, was fabulous. Nothing was too much trouble for him. The day went according to plan and we had marvellous visits to both the extensive complex of Villa Adriana and then taken up the hill to Villa d’Este and its magnificent water gardens. Thoroughly recommend this out of Rome trip although pre-trip communication from the local provider could be improved.

8. The Wonderful Alberbello & The White City Ostuni Full Day Tour

Puglia Tours

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

Reviewed By yingatha

The day I shared with Michaela was wonderul! She showed me poligano a mare but first I went to the cave which was a good walk then we went to the beach area! beautiful! I didn't do coffee tasting as it had alcohol. but I didn't mind that. we went to eat at the most delicious restaurant and we chatted about all sorts of different things! Michaela is a lovely person very open minded very kind. I hope to have her for my future trips again. she is so nice and her price is very fair! unlike other tour agents!

9. 7 DAYS PRIVATE TOUR PUGLIA & MATERA (hotel + transfers + guides + food & wine)

La Dimora dei Celestini, Via Umberto I, 28, 73100 Lecce LE, Italy Turisti in Puglia - Day Tours

This private tour will allow you to visit the most attractive places in Puglia and Matera. It includes transfers on board a comfortable minivan with a local driver, guided tours with certified guides, selected hotels in the city center and unique local experiences

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Private transportation, Guides:Lecce,Otranto,Ostuni,Martina Franca,Alberobello,Polignano,Trani,Matera,Bari, Castel del Monte, 1 cooking class, 1 wine tour, 1 extra virgin olive oil tasting, 2 nights accomodation in the city center in Lecce, 2 nights accomodation in the city center in Monopoli, 1 night accomodation in hotel in the city center Trani, 1 night accomodation in the city center in Bari, Tickets Castel del Monte, Matera, Lecce

Exclusions: City taxes where necessary (€1,50/€2,00 per person per night)

Reviewed By Anthony L

The tour was wonderful and we were provided with a great deal of helpful information and suggestions for our stay in Puglia. This was our fist visit and day in Puglia

10. 2 days mini tour from Alberobello visiting Ostuni, Martina Franca & Locorotondo

Ristorante e Pizzeria "Terminal", Via Indipendenza, numero 4, 70011 Alberobello BA, Italy Turisti in Puglia - Day Tours

If you are in Alberobello and you want to visit the most suggestive places of the itria valley, this is the tour for you. In two days you will visit Alberobello, Ostuni, Locorotondo and Martina Franca with guides and transfers included.

Inclusions: 1 guided tour Alberobello, Transfer in minivan from Alberobello to Martina franca, Locorotondo and Ostuni and back, 1 guided tour Ostuni, Martina Franca and Locorotondo

Exclusions: meals, accommodation

Reviewed By Anthony L

The tour was wonderful and we were provided with a great deal of helpful information and suggestions for our stay in Puglia. This was our fist visit and day in Puglia

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