Start the day with a visit to the historic center of Lecce, also known as the Florence of the South. Admire the Baroque architecture, visit the Basilica di Santa Croce and the Piazza del Duomo. Enjoy a coffee at Caffè Alvino and taste the famous pasticciotto pastry at Pasticceria Natale.
Visit Alberobello
4.7
(1000+)
Take a train to Alberobello, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its trulli, traditional Apulian dry stone huts with conical roofs. Walk around the picturesque streets and visit the Trullo Sovrano and the Trullo Siamese.
Dine at Osteria del Tempo Perso
4.7
(1000+)
Enjoy a traditional Apulian dinner at Osteria del Tempo Perso, a cozy restaurant located in the heart of Lecce. Try the orecchiette with cime di rapa and the grilled meat platter.
Day 2
Explore the Grotte di Castellana
4.7
(1000+)
Discover the underground world of the Grotte di Castellana, a complex of caves and caverns located in the countryside of Apulia. Take a guided tour of the White Cave, the Black Cave and the Grave Cave and admire the stunning rock formations.
Visit Polignano a Mare
4.7
(1000+)
Head to Polignano a Mare, a charming seaside town perched on a cliff overlooking the Adriatic Sea. Walk along the narrow alleys, visit the Chiesa Matrice and the Lama Monachile beach, and enjoy a gelato at Gelateria Martinucci.
Dine at Antiche Mura
4.7
(1000+)
Taste the flavors of Apulian cuisine at Antiche Mura, a cozy restaurant with a panoramic terrace. Try the seafood risotto and the octopus in tomato sauce, accompanied by a glass of local wine.
Day 3
Bike tour of Salento
4.7
(1000+)
Rent a bike and cycle through the stunning countryside of Salento, a region known for its olive groves and vineyards. Visit the charming villages of Sternatia and Martignano, and stop for a picnic at the natural reserve of Le Cesine.
Explore Gallipoli
4.7
(1000+)
Drive to Gallipoli, a picturesque fishing town located on a small island connected to the mainland by a bridge. Walk around the historic center, visit the Cathedral of Sant'Agata and the Castle, and relax on the sandy beaches of Baia Verde.
Dine at Terrazza Barocca
4.7
(1000+)
End the trip with a dinner at Terrazza Barocca, a rooftop restaurant with a stunning view of Lecce. Try the burrata with cherry tomatoes and the tagliatelle with prawns and zucchini flowers, accompanied by a glass of Negroamaro wine.