Location: Otranto
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10 Sightseeing Tours in Otranto That You Shouldn't Miss
Gaze out at the azure Adriatic Sea from the sunny beaches of Otranto, in Italy's Puglia region. This historic port town attracts locals and tourists to its 10km of beaches and diving rocks. In town, the cathedral features large-scale mosaics dating back to the 12th century. If you love snorkeling and beautiful seaside views, it's worth making the short journey south to Porto Badisco.
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1. Private Tour: Otranto Guided Walking Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Guided tour in Otranto, one of the most important town of the Salento, in the Apulia region, southern Italy. Discover the historical center of Otranto with a certified tour guide. Pleasant walk through the street in old town, with a visit to the local craft shops, visit the Cathedral with its wonderful mosaics and the castle.
Inclusions: Driver/guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions
Reviewed By RomeAddict
Better condition ruins, smaller, more accessible, great glimpse into the lives of the rich and famous ancient Roman's. Poppaea was Nero's wife. Ruins are about 90% wheelchair accessible.
2. Private Tour: Otranto City Tour with Ice Cream Tasting
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Meet your guide and discover the small village of Otranto with this 2-hour walking tour of the city. Your visit will start from the Cathedral and its gorgeous mosaic. After the walking tour, you will taste a special homemade ice cream and you will have free time for shopping.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Otranto walking tour, Ice cream tasting
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By ottoaara
Booked a number of excursions through Travelocity using Albatravel. Really disappointed with our experience. We showed up at the train station in Venice per our instructions where it states, "Meet in xyz office." When we got there no one was there to meet us. The train station didn't know what to do with our vouchers. So needless to say we contacted Albatravel who responded promptly via email stating they had sent us everything we need in email. (referring to vouchers). First off, none of the vouchers were familiar to any of the different companies we were to use them for. Secondly, we bought a package that gave us bus tours around Rome. What they don't tell you is the time you get to the bus vrs. the time you need to be at your second booking in this package( Vatican) don't work out. You literally can't make your next stop in time to even get on the bus we had to take a cab. Once at the Vatican we had to stop and leave for the tour guide didn't get us started for almost an hour past the time indicated on our itinerary. So we then found out that the place they make you check your bag is closed and you need to walk (run) around the entire outside of the Vatican to the "Exit" for the museum to retrieve your bag. We ended up seeing the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica which were amazing! However we had to then get another cab to leave because the drop off and pick up bus package wasn't anywhere in site. We ended up getting to see the outside of the Colloseum for 5 minutes before we had the cab take us back to get our train home that night. Here's the kicker. When I looked at each cost for tickets, bus (which we couldn't use) and Vatican museum tours on the ground we would have saved a bundle of Euros by not using this package. If you asked me, "would I recommend to a friend?" Ha. Not even to an enemy. Details below: Rome Day Trip by High-Speed Train: 8:30 AM Departure with English Commentary Tour of the Vatican Museums
3. Hiking & Trekking Adventure: Otranto, Bauxite Quarry Lake and The Idro Valley
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
With this exciting excursion we will do Trekking to discover Otranto and explore the Idro Valley, in the Otranto-Leuca Natural Park. Trekking on the coastal paths, visit the legendary costal tower Torre del Serpe, explore the world-famous Red lake in the Bauxite quarry. Trekking in the Natural Park, exploring the Tumara Wood and visit Masseria Scalelle. We will explore the Selva del Turchese and Trekking in the Idro Valley.
Inclusions: National Park fees, All activities, Professional guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks
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.
4. Otranto and CastroFull-Day Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Visit Otranto, is a charming town and small port on the Adriatic sea with its famous cathedral, castle and surrounded by a spectacular sea of sky blue color, after a delicious lunch in Castro, we will travel to Castro, another beautiful city on the sea and very suggestive with the emerald green sea color.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Visit Otranto & Castro, Lunch, Live commentary on board, Driver/guide
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Gracefulcoaching
Giovanni and his team created a wonderful experience for my clients on retreat in Puglia. Learning to make pasta by hand and then being served the most delicious lunch was a highlight. More so the way Giovanni took care of us was so personal, we got an authentic Italian experience with a local Italian! He made us all feel very at home , this added value he especially for my American clients who were visiting Puglia for the first time. I will be hiring Green Italy Tours for future retreats knowing I can trust the level of care and connection on offer. An insiders experience of Puglia, what more to ask for!
5. Otranto Trekking Adventure: The Path of the Hermit and the Bay of the Turks
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore with professional Excursion Guide the north coast of Otranto along the Path of the Hermit, breathtaking coastal Trekking. Walking along scenic coastal paths, discover resurgences of freshwater and hidden caves, explore the famous Grotta della Monaca and the mysterious Cave of the Hermit, discover the natural swimming pool, relaxing break and a refreshing swimming in the hidden Beach in the Bay of the Turks.
Inclusions: Professional guide, National Park fees, Private tour
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup
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.
6. Excursion: the Path of Capo d’Otranto and the Lighthouse of Palascia
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
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.
7. Bike tour: Otranto, Giurdignano and the Megalithic Garden
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
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.
8. Semi-Independent Tour to Otranto and Punta Palascia from Lecce
A tour of the clear blue sea and natural beauty in the most easterly point of Italy, in the most beautiful places of Salento. Your driver will reach you directly in front of the hotel and will drive you to discover the beautiful Otranto and the former quarry of bauxite or/and Punta Palascìa. Your English speaking driver will drive you through Salento, but please note that a tour guide is not included.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Tour guide, Food and drinks, Gratuities
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.
9. Private Tour: Castro and Otranto Day-Trip from Lecce
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.
10. LECCE & OTRANTO private tour
Visit Lecce and its incomparable ornamented façades and lovely monuments, tiny boutiques, local craft shops, superb restaurants, cozy wine bars and inviting street cafés Enjoy a walk in Otranto and with the breathtaking view of its cathedral’s mosaic. Free lunch time in Otranto with the possibility of a bath break at sea.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Tour guide service
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Reviewed By HelentheHappyFoodie
Our travel agent in the UK used Acampora for local arrangements on the ground for a private trip. They were superb - very reliable, knowledgeable guides, really helpful and went the extra mile to accommodate what we were interested in seeing/learning about, as well as to find great views and lunch places. Always on time and very professional. We were 2 people in a Mercedes people carrier and travelled on a day trip from Positano to Amalfi/Ravello/Scala, on another day Pompeii (4 hours with a guide!), and on our final day Herculaneum. We also spent a day without a car in Naples, at the Archaeological Museum (3 hours with a guide). The transfer from Naples to Positano was in the same Mercedes. Many thanks to Ugo the guide, Leonardo the driver, and also Giulia the guide!
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