Snorkeling, aperi-lunch or dinner in the sea of the Porto Cesareo Marine Protected Area... But also snorkelling tours for exclusive use on a catamaran for birthday parties, graduations, stag and hen parties, ceremonies and anniversaries of various kinds, sports internships, tours for schools, organized and foreign groups, charity events. Disabled access. Pets welcome. Customizable according to your needs.

Snorkelling-Tour in Porto Cesareo with typical aperitif

For over 13 years with excursions, boat trips, visits to caves, the coast and the marine territory we are happy to make our customers live real "experiences" in Santa Maria di Leuca and Salento. 
We will visit both seas, both Adriatic and Lonio.
In addition to the snorkeling equipment there will be SUP boards with which everyone can try their hand and have fun and equipment for the less able to swim. 
During the route there will be a detailed description of the places that will be visited, with historical, geographical and local stories.
On the boat, there will be other guests to share experiences and socialize with.
For safety reasons and according to the new legal provisions, the boats will sail parallel to the coast, maintaining a safe distance and without entering the caves. The inside of the caves will still be clearly visible from the boat.


3 Hour Group Tour by Boat to the Caves of Santa Maria di Leuca

This tour will give you the opportunity to visit 4 of the most picturesque towns in Salento: Galatina, Otranto, Santa Maria di Leuca and Gallipoli. A scenic route from the Adriatic to the Ionian Sea, between rocky coasts, small bays and white Caribbean-style beaches.

Tour to 4 Towns of Salento: Otranto, Leuca, Gallipoli, Galatina

Join Enza and her family in their charming villa in Corigliano d’Otranto, a picturesque village just 15 minutes from Lecce and one of the most beautiful historic towns in Salento. Discover the joy of making orecchiette and macaroni using traditional Apulian techniques and fresh local ingredients. 

This immersive cooking class takes place in an authentic and welcoming Salento home, where simplicity meets tradition. Together, we'll prepare classic regional recipes using seasonal produce, handmade pasta, extra virgin olive oil, and vegetables grown in our garden or sourced from local farmers. 

You'll enjoy a rich table of traditional dishes passed down through generations, from orecchiette with tomato and basil to maccheroni with seafood or chickpea cream and walnut crumble – all paired with excellent local wines. We'll end the evening with a delicious jam tart, a sip of homemade limoncello, and a touch of traditional music – the true flavors and authentic spirit of Puglia.

Cooking class, dinner and wine tasting in Lecce (Corigliano)

Mini-cruise to visit the caves on the two sides of Santa Maria di Leuca. Each trip lasts about two and a half hours and includes a swim break and a small refreshment to taste the typical "Salento frisa".

Mini-cruise tour to the Caves of Santa Maria di Leuca

Enjoy this 2h30-street food tasting tour into one of the most enchanting and magic cities of the Southern Italy. Walk into the old town and taste the best local street food. Be impressed by the taste of the "rustico", soft puff pastry disc filled with mozzarella, tomato and bechamel, the flavour of local cheese, the crunchy tarallini, the "pasticciotto" freshly baked: a short pastry stuffed with custard and even more!
See the jewels of Baroque architecture like Basilica of Santa Croce and Piazza Sant'Oronzo with the "Sedile", the old city Hall. Let yourself be attracted by the soft atmosphere in Piazza Duomo.
This tour is the perfect formula to join a visit to the city to tasting of local specialties! 

Lecce History and Street Food Tasting Small Group Tour 

THIS TOUR IS IN ENGLISH

IF YOU ARE A SOLO TRAVELER ( the tour requires a minum of 2) OR YOU WANT A PRIVATE TOUR, WRITE ME AT sara.sarabianchi@gmail.com
Instagram page: sb_sarabianchi

We will go around the old town of Lecce for about 2hrs. I'll show you the most important Baroque and Roman monuments and I'll take you to discover some hidden corners of the town. I'll tell you about its history and its traditions! Lecce will surprise you!

Other things to note:
- use sunscreen, the sun could be very strong in the summertime


Strolling through Lecce

The Porto Selvaggio kayak tour is our most popular tourn, suitable for those who have never been kayaking. During the tour we will show you hidden caves and ravines, all waiting to be explored! We will kayak along the rocky coast overlooking the sea where the Tower of S. Maria dell'Alto stands. We will take advantage of the unique perspective from the sea and the proximity to the coast that only a kayak can offer to visit one of the most beautiful stretches of sea in the Ionian Salento! Along this stretch of coast is the stunning Grotta Verde. If the sea conditions allows it, we will also be able to enter it! Once we arrive at the bay of Porto Selvaggio, we will disembark with the kayaks on a rocky beach. At this point there will be the ritual of the kayak baptism, which consists of a full immersion in the icy waters of the spring. This will be followed by a walk in the pine forest and finally we will dive from the cliff to swim into the Gaia Cave.

N.B.
The experience is not suitable for people weighing more than 100kg

Porto Selvaggio kayak tour + cliff diving + cold spring immersion

Tour in English 
*for private tour, contact me 
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Welcome! We will take a 2-hour tour through the streets and alleys of the historic center, among classic buildings, squares of extraordinary beauty, Baroque churches and monuments of Roman times...! 
Art, history, traditions... but also good food! it will be a pleasure to offer you our delicious 'coffee Leccese' on ice with almond milk and typical snacks.
Lecce will surprise you and this tour will be memorable!

Discovering Lecce

The tour begins with a visit to the Underground Jewish Museum, where you will discover the fascinating Jewish and medieval history of the city. Here you can admire an underground room with tanks used for the purification of the body.

You will continue the tour with a stop in front of the Church of Santa Croce, jewel of Lecce Baroque, to appreciate its exterior. You will explore the nearby Piazza Sant'Oronzo, the former market square with the Old Town Hall, the Roman Column and the remains of a Roman amphitheatre.

Walking along Corso Vittorio Emanuele, you will discover beautiful Baroque palaces and the Church of Sant'Irene. Finally, you will end the tour in Piazza Duomo, one of the most renowned squares in the region, where you will admire the Archbishop's residence, seminary, bell tower and cathedral from the outside.


Tour of Lecce with a visit to the basement of the ancient synagogue

This tour will give you the opportunity to visit three significant villages in Puglia on a comfortable minivan with air conditioning and a professional driver who will give you information about the history of the towns and the places to visit

Ostuni, Alberobello and Polignano a Mare. Departing from Lecce

- Learn how to make orecchiette "pasta fresca" in the heart of Lecce old town with the locals and in a wonderful location over an incredible Baroque view
- Enjoy a guided wine experience with local experts and learn the ins and outs of Puglia wine production
- make pasta and taste wine with the locals in a wonderful location with a gorgeous view

Orecchiette Cooking Class and Wine Pairing in Lecce

Reliability and seriousness at your disposal ... We are a car rental service with driver operating throughout Salento and able to satisfy all your needs.

Private car rental with driver in Salento

On board our boat you can sail and discover the numerous caves that characterize the coast of Capo di Leuca. 
During the tour there are stops where you can relax or snorkel with our equipment included. Our boat is equipped with a large sundeck with cushions and comfortable seats. The limited number of people on board, in addition to continuous sanitization, guarantee a tour in complete safety.

3-hour Boat Tour in Santa Maria di Leuca

Leucamarine Escursioni offers the possibility of carrying out 3-hour tours during which you will visit both the caves of the Ionian and Adriatic coasts
During the tour there will be various swimming stops at the most particular caves such as the Grotta del Soffio, the Grotta del Laghetto, the three doors, etc. 
our very professional SKIPPER will help you swim to them and visit them inside admiring their majestic beauty



Excursions to the caves of Santa Maria di Leuca

Discover the pleasure of preparing and savoring fresh pasta as it is done in Salento, with the guidance of a passionate local chef Enjoy the fruits of your labor with your chef in a convivial dinner. Get the recipes and continue your cooking adventure back at home!

The class is for 2 people minimum !

Lecce Hands-on Home Cooking Class: Craft Orecchiette & Savor Wine

In a single morning you will have the opportunity to sail along the 30 km. of coast that characterize the entire Marine Protected Area, from Porto Cesareo to Punta Prosciutto. Stops scheduled during the excursion:
- Torre Castiglione and Punta Prosciutto: swim break in what is considered one of the most beautiful stretches of sea in Puglia.
- Torre Castiglione: second swim stop in a Caribbean body of water with optional snorkeling.
- Chianca Island and Greek-Roman Columns: in this section of navigation it will be possible to admire from the boat one of the oldest submerged archaeological sites in Italy.
- Isola dei Conigli: last stop during which it will be possible to take a short walk to observe the vegetation and the numerous coves that draw this little paradise. Included in the price: an environmental guide who will give detailed information along the entire itinerary, snorkeling masks, cool drinks and savory aperitif.

Dinghy tour in Porto Cesareo, Punta Prosciutto and Islands

Use a local guide
There are a maximum of 10 people on the boat
On board fridge with drink included
Explore beautiful places

Choose a guided tour means you can better appreciate the beauty of the coast and the sea of Santa Maria di Leuca. It is included a stop for swimming that permits you to visit "the cave of the splash"(Grotta dello spruzzo/grotta del soffio) with its light. Grotta del terradico, grotta dei gabbiani, verduselle, grotta della vora, grotta delle mannute.

After Punta Ristola you can see the caves (grotta del fiume,grotta delle tre porte, grotta della stalla, grotta degli innamorati e grotta del drago) and the coast, direction Gallipoli, until about 4 km from Leuca. We offer a stop for swimming near a cave

Leuca: Adriatic and Ionian Tour 3 h

The Jewish Museum of Lecce is a place rich in history, located in the basement of a building that in the Middle Ages was the ancient synagogue of the city.

During the visit it is possible to see important elements related to the Jewish religious life, such as the tanks (Mikwe'ot) used for the ritual ablutions, fundamental for the purification according to the Jewish tradition. It is also possible to admire a niche in the door frame, an architectural detail that once housed a mezuzah.

The tour continues outside, in the heart of the old Jewish quarter of Lecce, following the streets that once formed the city's Giudecca.

This tour offers a unique opportunity to discover not only the history of Lecce, but also the history of the Jewish community of Lecce.

Jewish Museum and Ancient Jewish District - Private guided tour

Is the first time you visit Lecce and want to know the city and its food specialties? This outdoor street food tour is perfect for you!

Stroll into the city center and taste the best known local street food. Your guide will tell you the histories related to the main highlights such as the Basilica of Santa Croce, considered the emblem of Lecce baroque style, the Cathedral and many palaces you will find on the way. From a highlight to another, you will stop and delight your palate with the most famous and tasty delicacies of Salento, like the "rustico": soft puff pastry disc filled with mozzarella, tomato and bechamel, "frisella": roll bread, twice-baked and topped with fresh tomato, olive oil, or the pastry star "pasticciotto": a short pastry stuffed with custard and other fantastic sample of Salento specialties.

Choose to take this tour either at lunch or dinner time, as it is an ideal way to do some sightseeing while having a light meal as you make your way through the city.

Street Food Tour of Lecce & City Sightseeing with Local Guide

The visit starts from Santa Croce church, jewel of Lecce's Baroque, and continues Sant'Oronzo Square, where you can see the Old Tawn Hall "Sedile", the Roman Column and Amphiteatre, important remains of Lecce's glorous Roman heritage.
Walking through Corso Vittorio Emanuele street, you will see historical buildings of the 16th, 17th and 18h century and Sant'Irene church. Then u will visit Duomo square, with the Archbishop's Residence, the Seminary, the Bell Tower and the Cathedral. 
The tour will take you to the underground Jewish Museum, situated in the core of the jewish area, and in particular on the remains of the Sinagogue, with its mikveh and mezuzah. Here in the cellar of the museum is the start of a journey into Medieval Lecce, a journey into what is still even today largely unexplored.

Lecce: Baroque and Underground Tour - Private Tour

The best Boat Party at sunset in Salento. Service usable in the afternoon (17:00 - 20:00) and, in addition to the swim break, always includes the presence of the best national DJs and vocalists and/or live music to make the Boat Party the experience you were looking for for your vacation!
Private parties can be held on board by reservation.
Our staff is available for private events:
- wedding anniversaries
- exclusive birthday parties
- graduation parties
- special occasions and hen/stag parties.

Boat Party at Sunset in the Waters of Salento with Drink

Enjoy a quiet experience away from Lecce's tourist crowds.
In a cozy wine bar with an inspiring deco, learn about Puglia wines and wine culture as you sip several different types of wine while enjoying delicious local food. Learn all about the local wine culture from your wine expert.

Wine and Food Tasting Experience in Lecce old town

Let yourself be enveloped by the enthusiasm of our skippers, always ready to let you experience the charm of our coasts. Come and discover the Adriatic side of Leuca, with its dreamlike views and hidden caves. We will take you to explore unique places such as Punta Meliso, the lighthouse of Santa Maria di Leuca, and the wonderful caves of the Adriatic side: dei Cazzafri, la Fiumara, Terradico, dei Gabbiani, Verdusella, Ortocupo/Suffio, della Vora and the Cathedral.

While on the Ionian side, after passing Punta Ristola, we will discover the Cave of the Devil, the Circle, Mesciu Giannu, the River, the Nativity Scene, the Three Gates, the Giants, the Dragon and the lovers.

And do not forget the moments of pure joy, when you will dive into the crystal clear waters of Salento, making every moment unforgettable.

3 hours - Boat Tour to the Caves of Santa Maria di Leuca

For lovers of the sea, this is an excursion that leads to one of the most beautiful Regional Parks in Southern Italy. Boat trip from Porto Cesareo to Santa Caterina. Stops scheduled in Porto Selvaggio:
- Torre dell'Alto - stop and swim with the possibility (except for adverse sea conditions) of a guided tour by snorkeling inside the caves that characterize this wonderful stretch of coast.
-The three sisters - second stop with swimming and snorkeling and the opportunity to admire a rich and colorful marine fauna.
The excursion will continue sailing in the beautiful bay of Uluzzo Bay, also famous for the importance of its archaeological sites. Third stop and swim in the transparent waters of the Sant'Isidoro bay. Included in the price: an environmental guide who will give detailed information along the entire itinerary, snorkeling masks, cool drinks and an aperitif. Departure from Porto Cesareo

Dinghy tour of Porto Selvaggio and its caves

Experience a pleasant multilingual tour by bike or in the comfort of our modern and environmentally friendly rickshaws with an experienced guide. 
The tour begins by visiting the main attractions, crossing the characteristic streets of the historic center, we will discover the immense Piazza del Duomo, one of the most beautiful in Italy. 
The tour continues to discover the monumental entrance of the city, Porta Napoli, to continue with the fascinating Basilica of Santa Croce, which reveals the artistic development of Lecce Baroque.
The tour ends by cycling in Piazza Sant'Oronzo, where among historic buildings and churches we will discover the Roman remains of the Roman amphitheater.
Between history and culture, the discovery of typical flavors is inevitable, a tasting of local excellence among those available according to the season.

Lecce Historical Attractions Tour in Group (2h) 

Tasting is a unique and overwhelming moment, just like our wine, to be tasted slowly to savor nuances, smells, characteristics and properties. We love to accompany our visitors and let them enjoy a 360° enogastronomic experience: the taste of our wine goes perfectly with products and typical specialties of Salento, because it is the son of the Salento land and its most genuine fruits.

Wine Experience 

What you will do will be an authentic sensory and cultural experience. Making fresh pasta by hand is a tradition deeply rooted in Salento culture and this course offers you a practical immersion in local life and customs, going beyond traditional tourist experiences. Learning will be practical and fun and the course will allow you to gain a skill that you can take home and replicate with friends and family. The course is aimed at small groups and therefore encourages direct interaction with hosts. While making the pasta with their own hands, guests will have the opportunity to ask questions, hear stories and receive personalized attention; for this, a human bond will be created that enriches the experience. The course is perfect for those traveling as a couple, family or small groups, allowing an intimate and fun sharing of the culinary experience. 



Make pasta, drink wine. Cooking class with transported included! 

The homemade pasta course allows you to learn the production techniques of orecchiette and sagne, typical Apulian pasta, with a real professional cook.
The course will take place in a beautiful 1400s courtyard, in the heart of the center of Lecce.
In addition to a unique experience, the production technique, once learned, will be useful for you to use it to your friends once you return home. In addition to making the pasta, it will be cooked and eaten on site.

Typical Apulian Orecchiette Cooking Class + Dinner included and Wines

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two!
Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta from scratch with your Cesarina. 
As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu.
Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. 
• Learn to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand
• Learn to make 2 iconic pasta types
• Learn to make the iconic tiramisu
• Small-group cooking class with a maximum of 12 people. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine with other lovely guests
• Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up

Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Lecce

This is the only experience of Salento cuisine that offers you a taste of the real typical products of our region. I will be happy to explain to you the whole history and the food and wine culture of Salento while we will prepare lunch or dinner tasting together the best wines of Salento.

Lunch and dinner at my house with the typical products of Salento

A special visit to the heart of Lecce with a new story, able to excite. Not a simple description of the monuments, but a journey through the hidden soul of the city, which can be told through its protagonists, in a unique journey that can excite. WelcomeLecce with its decades of experience and professionalism can make you live a different story, for a memory of Lecce and Salento difficult to forget.

Classic guided tour of Lecce (Lecce classic tour)

• Discover the wonderful cities of the Apulia region on an alternative way 
 • Ride in complete freedom and indipendence by choosing the bike that suits you best 
 • Plan your route from town to town, by the seaside or countryside 
 • Let us suggest you places and events that could not be missed 

Lecce Bike Rental

Start with us from Marina di Felloniche for a 3-hour adventure among the caves of the Ionian side, with two bathing stops and the opportunity to snorkel in crystal clear waters. The excursion is suitable for everyone, thanks to a brief initial briefing that will guide you step by step. A unique experience between sea, nature and fun!

Adventure to the caves by canoe 

The Leuca kayak tour is our most beatiful tour! It takes place along the last stretch of the ionian coast of Salento. It is suitable for those who have never gone kayaking. Included in the price is the sea kayak course for beginners guided by a 2nd level sea kayak instructor of the Italian Canoe and Kayak Federation. On the way we will show you hidden caves and ravines, all to be explored! After putting on the life jackets and entering our kayaks, we will be ready to sail south from Marina di Felloniche, alongside the splendid Ionian coast of Santa Maria di Leuca. We will enter many caves including: Dragon Cave, Lovers Cave, Three Doors Cave, Nativity Cave, River Cave. In the last one you will get off the kayaks to swim and to do a short speleological trek.

Leuca kayak tour + swimming + speleo-trek in cave

I am considered by many an expert in wines and atoria and traditions of Salento. My main activity is to sell Salento wines all over the world. Now I am ready to offer you the opportunity to taste the best local wine labels and traditional dishes with me to discover together all the secrets of Salento wine and food.

Rich tasting of Salento wines

Our trip will take us in the amazing Otranto seacoast surrounded by a lovely Mediterranean scrubland. 

I'll drive you to Otranto, one of the most beautiful coastal villages in Salento, where you can have your independent tour enjoying the ancient city. After that we transfer to the Bauxite Lake and to the 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 and one of the most beautiful natural pools in the world. 

The visit times will be very flexible, depending on your needs, and you could also swim in your favorite place, so bring your swim gear.

Full Day Tour of Otranto City and its Amazing Seacoast from Lecce

We will take you to discover the magnificent caves of Santa Maria di Leuca with the possibility of taking a swim in our beautiful crystalline waters.
What are you waiting for? Book your beautiful tour now!

3-Hour Guided Boat Tour to the Caves in Santa Maria di Leuca

We embark from the "Porto Vecchio" of Santa Maria di Leuca in the direction of the most famous and authentically beautiful caves on the Adriatic side, skirting Punta Meliso which houses the Basilica Santa Maria de Finibus Terrae, the Leuca Lighthouse and the Monumental Staircase and the Ionian, crossing the marina of Leuca enclosed between Punta Meliso and Punta Ristola, the southernmost emerged land of Puglia.

3 Hours Guided Boat Excursion towards the Adriatic and Ionian

This tour will take you to discover the Salento west coast with Gallipoli town starting from Lecce and crossing the peninsula among typical villages and vineyards also stopping, as optional choice, in one of the most important Salento winery for a tasting experience. There will be no shortage of halts along the coast for fully enjoying the breathtaking views that will show you up. The journey will go on heading to a wonderful beach where you could swim and have refreshment before your independent tour among narrow alleys, shops and sea views of which Gallipoli will surprise you.
In the case the wine tasting won't be done, like on Sunday days or depending on the cellar availability, we'll stop in Galatina for visiting its fascinating late Romanesque church of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria, built in 1390, full covered with stunning frescoes by workers from Giotto school.
This option will be also selectable as "Discovering Galatina Basilica" if you prefer to skip the cellar or the beach.

Gallipoli Full Day Private Tour: Coast, Beaches and Wineries

THE Lecce Food and Wine Tour will make you taste the typical foods and drinks of the city, during a detailed explanation of the cultural attractions.
- We start with "Caffe Leccese" plus the typical sweet "Pasticciotto".
- Explanation of Churches, historic buildings and squares.
- Tastings of "Pizzi" and "Taralli"
- Tasting of typical savory "Rustico" accompanied by a glass of Salento wine of your choice.

Street Food Lecce: Guided walking tour with typical food and wines.

After a warm and busy day in Puglia, it is time to relax and enjoy the magic of Mediterranean nights. This tour starts at sunset, continues during twilight and finishes at night. It takes place in the beautiful and peaceful countryside of Rudiae. First, we will visit the archaeological park, then, surrounded by nature, olive trees and remains of ancient civilizations, we will enjoy some stargazing and talk about myths, constellations, history, cosmology and more.

Night Tour in an Ancient Lost City near Lecce 

The motor ship Santa Maria, born as "Corallina" - a vessel for fishing for Red Coral, is a former 20-metre fishing boat - built according to the ancient seafaring method in oak and iroko wood at the Torre del Greco shipyard (NA ). It can accommodate up to 60 passengers and ensure the correct distribution of seafarers thanks to its three decks: two covered, one with a dining room and both with panoramic views; and the foredeck with panoramic seats exposed to the sun.


Boat tour Porto Cesareo Marine Protected Area

Discover the magic of Gallipoli by sea! 

Sail towards the Island of Sant'Andrea, a paradise for snorkelers, and relax at Punta Pizzo, an oasis of golden beaches and crystal clear waters, perfect for families. ️

On board, delight your palate with Salento appetizers, sip a refreshing drink and dive into the crystal clear waters of Gallipoli. 

Choose from 3.5-hour daytime tours, with stops in Sant'Andrea and Punta Pizzo, or admire the breathtaking sunset on a 3-hour tour. 

Book your unforgettable adventure now! 

Private Tour to Punta Pizzo and Isola. S Andrea with Aperitif

Discover Lecce, the Florence of the South Italy, with Baroque-style architecture. Lecce is located in Apulia the heel of Italy, and is the capital of a land called Salento, surrounded by the Adriatic Sea. Walk through the old town and discover the wonders of Lecce, explore the Duomo square, the cathedral, the church of St. Irene, St.Oronzo square and the remains of the Roman amphitheater.

Discover the Basilica of Santa Croce, a jewel of Lecce Baroque and the near Celestine Convent.

Private Tour: Lecce Guided Walking Tour

We will explore the Marine Protected Area of Porto Cesareo aboard our Kayaks and Canoes, easy to handle and safe. Always accompanied and guided by an Environmental Hiking Guide, an instructor and a Marine Biologist, we will make you experience a unique adventure to discover this wonderful natural environment. We will snorkel to discover the submerged treasures of the Marine Protected Area, we will learn about marine biodiversity, fish, octopus, starfish and beautiful and harmless multicolored jellyfish. We will transform into underwater archaeologists and observe the famous submerged Roman columns, lying a few meters deep. We may spot sea turtles and, if lucky, the large and harmless basking shark. Get ready for a one-of-a-kind adventure, to be enjoyed with the whole family. Our excursions are suitable for everyone and extremely safe. Our certified guides and instructors together with marine biologists will guide you on this wonderful adventure. 

Kayak Tour: Porto Cesareo and the Marine Protected Area

Make the pleasant memory of an exclusive trip indelible. Our Cranchi speedboat tour is a real experience with captains who experience the sea every day of the year.
Our love for the sea will guarantee you an experience that will be difficult to forget.
Our journey starts from the port of S.M. of Leuca, among tales and legends you will walk along all the caves that characterize the eastern and western coasts from a safe distance.
Two swimming stops are planned in the most suggestive coves, where participants will be able to use snorkeling equipment or simply enjoy moments of relaxation on the boat.
The boat, a motorboat equipped with cushions, mini bar with soft drinks, stern platform, awning, boarding ladder, fresh water shower and beach towels, will guarantee a comfortable tour in complete safety.



Exclusive tour with typical Gozzo

Riding through secondary roads and a pleasant dirt patch, we will discover one of the most fascinating and typical areas of Salento: the surroundings of Otranto.

Crossing the Valley of Idro we will bump into his Byzantine crypt of Saint Angel, and we will reach the foundation “Le Costantine” a center dedicated to organic farming and traditional weaving with old looms. We will cycle towards the megalithic garden of Giurdignano, to admire his prehistoric dolmen and menhir, than we will see a small lake in a disused bauxite quarry. 

Stop by a bakery with a stone oven for a delicious lunch with typical products, but also by Porto Badisco for a sweet coffe with ice and almond milk and for a fresh swim.

Otranto and Surroundings Full-Day Bike Tour

Our trip will take us to some of the most beautiful beaches on the Otranto coast, enjoying the whole journey surrounded by a lovely Mediterranean scrubland. 
I'll drive you to the Otranto city first where you can have an independent tour in the amazing old Town. 
Then we'll go to one of well rated bakery shop for an independent shopping of typical gluttony that you might enjoy in the first beach we'll stop along the waterfront of Otranto.
The next transfer will take us to the Turks’ bay, the wildest beach you could ever seen. Here you can enjoy your time as you prefer, getting a swim or walking around the pine path discovering the amazing coves that the place offers.
In Torre Sant’ Andrea, our next halt, you could find out the clearest water you’ve ever seen in Puglia. 
The tour is just for you, so we don’t need hurry and your visit time will be very flexible.

Full Day Tour to Otranto coast most beautiful Beaches from Lecce

Starting from the Canneto marina just below the Angevin Castle, we will sail along the city of Gallipoli, passing between the islets of the field with destination the island of S. Andrea. We will visit the lighthouse and make a swimming stop with snorkeling service to swim and admire rare fish species. We will continue towards the southern side to skirt the coast and make another swimming stop near the ancient tower of San Giovanni. On the way we will taste the Salento aperitif with local products and then return to the port. after the duration of 3 hours

Boat excursions "Samiro"

Explore Lecce and its commercial soul along luxury shopping streets and then go shopping and let your guide suggest you the nicest boutiques of the city.

Lecce Shopping Tour by Rickshaw

Marine kayak excursion in the beautiful waters of Roca Vecchia.

We will pay in this beautiful stretch of the Adriatic coast and discover its most particular characteristics, its geological origins but also the charm of its ancient history.

Kayak and canoe tour to Roca Vecchia and La Grotta della Poesia

Gallipoli and its inland still retain traces of the wealth that the lamp oil trade generated for centuries. First stop is at Alezio for a tasting in a cheese farm, then we go on to Tuglie for the amazing Radio Museum (all the items, including telegraphs, are still in working order!) or for the Museum of Rural Life.
Heading back toward the coast, in the Porto Selvaggio Natural Reserve we have a picnic lunch (not included) in the shade of the pine forest and, for those who feel like it, a refreshing swim in the cool spring waters. 
On the way back to Gallipoli we stop in Santa Caterina to taste one of the best ice cream of the region (they’re specialized in “salty pistacchios”, “almond and figs” and “chocolate cream”). We arrive in Gallipoli by the sunset.

Gallipoli Inland and Surroundings Full-Day Bike Tour

Visit Lecce by bike or in the comfort of our modern and ecological rickshaws. Join a private tour and discover the most beautiful places with an expert guide. Choose between a morning, afternoon or evening departure and discover the spirit of charming Lecce. Admire historic attractions, including the Roman amphitheatre of Piazza Sant'Oronzo and the ornate Basilica of Santa Croce, as well as Piazza Duomo. You can learn about authentic local culture and traditions and sample mouthwatering foods, such as ice cream or bruschetta, and a glass of wine. Enjoy a flexible itinerary and the individual attention of your guide.

Guided Tour of the Historic Attractions of Lecce Private

Luxury Tour to the caves of Santa Maria di Leuca. In this excursion you will discover the beautiful caves of Leuca (Adriatic side and Ionian side). We will make two swim stop with a fresh aperitif on board of our beautiful yacht

3 Hour Small Group Yacht Tour of the Leuca Caves

We set sail from the Santa Maria di Leuca port to reach and admire our caves characterized by their "crystalline" water.
Adriatic side itinerary:
After a brief stop in Grotta Cazzafri, at the foot of Punta Meliso, we continue towards Grotta Terradico, Verduselle, Grotta del Soffio and Grotta della Vora. To be able to admire the beauty of these coves up close, we will make a small stop for a swim under the cliff and to enter the caves.

Ionian side itinerary:
The first cave you meet on the western side, close to Punta Ristola is the Grotta Porcinara, immediately followed by the Grotta del Diavolo, the Grotta del Fiume, the Grotta delle Tre Porte, the Caverna dei Giganti, Grotta della Stalla and the majestic Dragon cave. Here too a stop is planned to immerse yourself in the crystal clear water.
This excursion includes a visit to only one side, at the discretion of the skipper.
 

Guided Tour of the Adriatic or Ionian Caves of 1 hour and 30 minutes

If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Lecce, you've come to the right place! With this digital guide created with the support of a local, you will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace. You'll get to know the stories and curiosities of Lecce! But also you will discover everything about local foods, Italian Aperitivo in authentic local restaurants, and much more!

Lecce Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

With the help of your native host, you will learn to make pasta from scratch and cook it according to our local recipes. Our host will teach you about the regional traditions, culture and history.

Pasta Cooking Classes and Apulian Recipes

An elegant Sun Odyssey 37 for sailing excursions (daily, weekend, sunset aperitifs) and personalized boat events (dinners, team building, birthday parties) based in Gallipoli. 
We are in Gallipoli, pearl of the Ionian Sea; 
Our formulas are:
Full day: full day on a sailing boat visiting the bay of Gallipoli, Isola di S. Andrea (snorkeling), Lido Pizzo and old Gallipoli.
Total hours 7h - approximately 8 miles

Sunset: exit at sunset to enjoy its magical colors from the bow of AlmaLibre - Total hours 3h. approximately 4 miles

Weekend on a sailing boat: two nights and three days on a sailing boat to discover the Ionian coast of Salento: Galllipoli, Torre Suda, Ugento, Felloniche and Leuca - approximately 30 miles
Our services are cared for and attentive to each individual traveller. 
The experience is personal and must be unique! 
We do our utmost to make it so.

Sailing boat excursion in Salento

Tour to the caves of S. M. of Leuca of 2 hours at 20€ per person on board our passenger transport "Anema and Core"!
Depart from the port of Leuca and be fascinated by the wonderful caves and crystal clear waters of Salento. Relax and enjoy a bathroom stop in dreamlike surroundings.

Tour to the Caves of St.M. of Leuca (2 hours)

Marine excursion in kayak and canoe in the splendid waters of Santa Maria di Leuca.

We will paddle in this beautiful stretch of the Ionian coast and discover its most particular characteristics, its geological origins but also the charm of its ancient history with a route among the most beautiful caves.

Kayak and Canoe tour in Leuca and the Ponente Caves

We will explore the entire Salento coast together starting from the north of the Adriatic up to the extreme south point to conclude with the vision of a wonderful sunset in Gallipoli. I will let you know the most beautiful places on the coast, the best cities and the customs and traditions of the Salento area. We will also try the typical seafood cuisine of Puglia accompanied by excellent rosé wines from Salento.

Salento's sea coast tour

This tour will take you to discover 2 important cities of Salento peninsula such as Galatina, with its fascinating late Romanesque church of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria, built in 1390, full covered with stunning frescoes by workers from Giotto school.
Castro, which was an ancient Messapian town about 20 kilometers south of Otranto, where we'll be heading driving along the best coastal route for enjoying the breathtaking cliffs. It is said that it was the place where Aeneas, the ancestor of the founders of Rome, first landed in Italy following his escape from Trojan war.
Here you’ll visit the Castle which houses the archeological museum inside with several finds of Greek colonies, and spot of the mythic temple of the goddess Minerva.
Down the amazing cliff of Castro you'll have a stunning experience visiting the "Zinzulusa Cave" where we'll even stop for swimming in the clearest azure sea you've ever seen.

Galatina, Castro e Zinzulusa. Full Day of sightseeing and History

Capo di Leuca, located at the end of Puglia region, is an area of Salento made of numerous small and fascinating villages.

With this bike tour you will cycle along secondary streets that link these villages, and discover some hidden treasures, like the defence tower of Salignano, the funeral monument Centopietre in Patù, the medieval hamlet of Giuliano and the Sanctuary of Leuca Piccola in Barbarano. This is an easy ride (approx. 15km), suitable for all skills level.

Cycling Across Salento: Capo di Leuca 4-Hour Bike Tour

We will ride on gentle horses and in the company of an expert equestrian guide we will ride along the paths of the Park to discover the natural beauty of the area. We will arrive on the beach to take some photos and at the end of the excursion we will return to the Ranch. Participants will be accompanied by guides patented by E.N.G.E.A.
The experience on horseback will have a total duration of about 1 hour.

Horse ride in a Salento Nature Reserve with transfer from Lecce

2-hour guided tour to Gallipoli, one of the most important town of Salento, in the Apulia region. Discover the historical center of Gallipoli with a certified tour guide. Enjoy a pleasant walk through the street in old town, visiting to the local craft shops, the main Cathedral and the Castle.

Private Tour: Gallipoli 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour

The area that separates Lecce from the sea proves the beauty of Salento’s landscape and still preserves the traces of the important role that this area played in the history.

Riding out from Lecce towards the southeast through secondary roads, we will reach the fortified village of Acaya, a Messapic site where you will admire the majestic medieval castle, the walls of the village and its ancient city plan, still preserved.

Then we will move towards the WWF natural park “Le Cesine”, which hides many beautiful plants and water birds. So we will refresh with a nice swim in Torre Specchia and we will cycle back to Lecce crossing a landscape full of olive trees and small villages

Lecce to Cesine Protected Natural Reserve Full-Day Bike Tour

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two!
Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta (filled pasta + fresh pasta) from scratch with your Cesarina. 
As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu.
Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. 
• Learn to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand
• Learn to make 2 iconic pasta types
• Learn to make the iconic tiramisu
• Small-group cooking class with a maximum of 12 people. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine with other lovely guests
• Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up

Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Share your Pasta Love: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Otranto

Lecce History and Street Food Tasting Private Tour 

We will explore the marine protected area of Porto Cesaereo on board our kayaks. 

We will move in the calm and transparent waters of the lagoon and reach the Island of Rabbits, with its small beaches in Caribbean colors.

Here we will take a short walk to discover the island from a historical and naturalistic point of view and then a stop for swimming, relaxation and snorkeling. 

We will then reach the tower of Porto Cesareo, a defensive system dating back to the sixteenth century and we will skirt the town's promenade and its beautiful golden beaches.

If the sea allows, we will have the opportunity to observe an important site of underwater archaeology: we will observe fascinating Roman columns, lost from a ship during a storm and lying on the sandy bottom of Porto Cesareo since the second century AD.C.

Kayaking & Snorkeling: Porto Cesareo and Rabbit Island

The tour will take you in three hours to discover the medieval part of the city by visiting the ancient Jewish quarter and the basement of the ancient synagogue. You will continue with a walk to discover the historic center of Lecce, with its churches and baroque palaces.

Lecce Jewish and Baroque heritage private tour

This is a tour designed for wine lovers, that wish to learn more about Salento wines, their production, culture and traditions.

Visit to a Winery in Salento with Wine tasting and light lunch. From Lecce

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. 

Otranto Trekking Adventure: The Path of the Hermit and the Bay of the Turks

Our tour allows you to see the caves with the colors of the sunset. The elegant boat and the atmosphere with the setting sun will make the tour unforgettable. We'll have a toast. You can go for a swim with the red sky of the sunset and listening to the sound of the sea. there will be few people who will have this experience on a boat

Leuca Sunset Caves Tour

The archeological sites at the coast of Porto Cesareo tell us about a local history that was intimately bound to the rest of the Mediterranean. Indeed, the archeological remains that we will see will lead us to consider the relationships with other parts of the basin and to talk about ancient navigation, the “marble route” coming from the Aegean and deities coming from ancient Egypt.
In addition, it will appear clear the relevance of physical geography shaping local history. Thus, we will talk about the main features of the Mediterranean Basin, the evolution of coastal topography and geomorphological processes.
After describing and talking about the history of modern and contemporary buildings that we will see, we will try to reconstruct the evolution of the coastal landscape and the destruction of the coastal ecosystems.
This tour is recommended for archeology, history, geography and culture enthusiasts, naturalists, swimmers, active tourists and adventure seekers.

Swimming and Coastal Tour of Archeological Sites at Porto Cesareo

Explore the Heart of Puglia on an Exclusive Small Group Tour
Join an intimate group of up to 8 people to discover Puglia aboard an air-conditioned minivan, exploring local culture, history and flavors.

Flexible options
- Self-guided with multilingual digital guide.
- Guided with a local expert for further information.

Itinerary of the Tour
- Departure from Lecce, Brindisi and Ostuni
Alberobello: Visit to the UNESCO Trulli site, with lunch a typical local lunch
- Locorotondo: Walk in the village overlooking the Itria Valley.
Ostuni: Explore the "White City", with time for shopping and relaxation.

Hidden Treasures
Visit a historic oil production with shop and taste Locorotondo wine if you want.

Hidden Treasures
Visit a historic oil production and taste Locorotondo wine.

Why Choose This Tour?
- Small groups for a more intimate experience.
- Time for shopping and relaxation.
- Organization by Buzz Experience, trusted tour operator.

Tour: Alberobello, Ostuni & Locorotondo, Apulian Aperitif 

A complete guided tour of the historic center of the town for tourists who want to discover its beauties.

A 3 hours walking tour lead by some of the best tourist guides, showing you the most important sights and telling about the stories and the secrets of the so called “Florence of the South”.

Best Tour in Lecce

RENT a high-quality fully equipped E-bike and enjoy Lecce and the surrounding villages . The E-bikes available for rent are Hibike (German Made) and have a battery (BOSCH) autonomy of 85 km. The E-bikes also come fully equipped with a U-lock, Mobile phone holder, Helmet, and Ortlieb side panniers with no extra costs.

Lecce: Top Quality E-Bike Rental

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.

Private Tour: Otranto Guided Walking Tour

We will admire caves characterized by their "crystalline" water.
Adriatic side itinerary:
After a brief stop in Grotta Cazzafri, at the foot of Punta Meliso, we continue towards Grotta Terradico, Verduselle, Grotta del Soffio and Grotta della Vora. To be able to admire the beauty of these coves up close, we will make a small stop for a swim under the cliff and to enter the caves.

Ionian side itinerary:
The first cave you meet on the western side, close to Punta Ristola is the Grotta Porcinara, immediately followed by the Grotta del Diavolo, the Grotta del Fiume, the Grotta delle Tre Porte, the Caverna dei Giganti, Grotta della Stalla and the majestic Dragon cave. Here too a stop is planned to immerse yourself in the crystal clear water.

3 Hour Private Boat Excursion to the Leuca Marine Caves

discovering PUGLIA !! pick up 9,30am directly from your accomodation we will go to some of the most popular destinations in Italy!! LECCE visits the pugliese baroque city! the florence of the southern! 

 transport to GALLIPOLI (on the way stop on beautiful beaches!!! PUGLIA is considered the Carribee 

 of Europe! than visit of Gallipoli (the seacity) twice promenade (3000 years old) seems like "attached" to the sky... and a wonderful turquoise from the sea!

Enjoy!!

LECCE & GALLIPOLI from Bari or customers accomodation

Live the Magic of the Sea .. Live Salento! This is our Mission .. to make our most demanding customers experience unique and unforgettable moments aboard comfortable and comfortable yachts.
Living a day on one of our yachts means enjoying the beauty of our sea, its romantic sunsets and breathing the essence of its scents.
With us you can rent your yacht and set sail to the most suggestive destinations of Salento. Gallipoli, Porto Cesareo, Otranto, Ugento and other ports will be the starting points for spending unique days in the name of a mix made up of relaxation, fun, music, aperitifs, local food and wine and much more.

Private Yacht Tour in Gallipoli

Learn how to make Orecchiette Pasta from scratch with the locals in a wine bistrot
located in the heart of Lecce old town. Live an authentic experience of orecchiette pasta
making and tasting of the most famous Puglia wines.

Pasta Class and wine tasting in Lecce 

Begin your journey through the streets and alleys of medieval Lecce, focusing on its Jewish community. Visit Via della Sinagoga, the ancient path that led to one of the most important synagogues in Salento. Next, discover Vico della Saponea and walk along Via Abramo Balmes, a street dedicated to one of the city's most influential Jewish figures.

Visit the basement of the old synagogue which now houses the Jewish Museum. Here you will find purification tanks, mikvehs and a mezuzah. Learn more about the Jewish community, including why Jews were forced to leave Lecce.

1 Hour Walking Tour The Ancient Jewish Quarter in Lecce

Lecce is not only baroque, but also stories and legends that have been handed down for centuries. From the palaces of Freemasonry to the vicissitudes of medieval knights in search of the true cross, from a magical journey to the stories of tragic loves and demonic and angelic apparitions. A journey among saints and demons, among ancient Egyptian divinities and Madonnas that look out from the altars, for a path destined for those who want to see Lecce with new eyes. WelcomeLecce with its decades of experience and professionalism can make you live a different story, for a memory of Lecce and Salento difficult to forget.

Secret Lecce

Highlights
- Explore fantastic Unesco World Heritage Site.
- Step back in time and discover the history of this unique village with 
 an insight into how the trulli were lived in 600 years ago.
- Visit Polignano a Mare charming village on the Adriatic cliffs with 
 outstanding views of the azure sea. 
- Breathtaking views of our wonderful region.

 Description Summary

The Itria Valley is a magical place, teeming with ancient olive trees, villages full of history and colours, with delightful scenery and wonderful gastronomy.

Valley D'itria full day tour Cisternino Alberobello and Polignano a Mare

Wonderful 3h tour with long bathroom stops. We will accompany you to the most social bays of Otranto and the wonderful stacks of Torre Sant'Andre from the sea!

We will visit Water Mill Bay, which includes Sfondata Cave and Shell Caves, Murrune Bay ebaia dei Turchi. We will make two bathroom stops and will be served an aperitif on board of typical products and bubbles


PRIVATE Tour from Otranto to Mulino d'Acqua Bay and Grotta Sfondata

The farm was born from Giuseppe's passion for animals,
if you want to spend some time immersed in nature and consume our agriaperitivo with products at km 0. We are waiting for you at the farm.

Agriaperitivo in a 3-Hour Farm Activities in Ugento

Lecce is known for its baroque architecture and excellent street food. With this experience, you can discover the best of both without tiring your feet, combining sightseeing and food tasting in one bike or rickshaw tour. Speed through the picturesque alleys of the old town to admire the historic buildings and churches, stopping to taste local delicacies such as puccia, taralli and pettole, washed down with Apulian wines, or even specialties such as sweet "pastiers" and "caffè leccese".

Lecce Street Food Group Tour (3h)

The evening begins with a refined aperitif, a mixed dish that celebrates Italian flavors with fresh vegetables and a selection of local cured meats and cheeses.
We will continue with the culinary course, a practical and engaging experience that leads participants to the preparation of traditional "orecchiette" and delicious "maccheroncini".
Each participant will have the opportunity to put the skills learned into practice, contributing to the creation of the dishes.

After the cooking session, we will enjoy a shared dinner, tasting what has been prepared.
 Dinner will be accompanied by a selection of carefully chosen wines: a robust Primitivo reserve red, a fresh rosé and an aromatic white.

During the evening, there will be fun interludes dedicated to the bride, with jokes and moments of leisure that will make the atmosphere even more festive. The bride will be our guest completely free of charge, because every moment must be special for her.


Hen Party with Cooking and Fun "Laughter and Recipes"

Location: Balù Bistrot Shop (where you can find a selection of local wines and olive oils)
Instructor: an experienced cooking class teacher (Puglia native and food wine olive oil connoisseur)
Tuition: an immersive and learning experience for everyone
Buffet Tastings: a selection of food and wine

Pasta & Vino in Lecce

visiting of 2 of the most famous sites of Italy !! included history, folks, traditions etc. !! enjoy with comfort the Puglia region history and tips of one of the most beautiful region of the penisula!

visit of ALBEROBELLO & MATERA from Lecce or province

Visit and experience Puglia with a real local!

From the sea to the countryside...we'll visit the main sights of the area, including Bari, the capital of the region. It will amaze you with its modern and lively downtown, full of shops and attractions and its picturesque old town, a maze of alleys: Arco Basso the famous "orecchiette's street" where women still make typical pasta (orecchiette) as it once was.
then Alberobello, the main sight of the area and unesco Wrold Heritage. Alberobello is a place unique in the world, known for its "Trulli" houses where you'll feel like in a fairy tale.
Last but not least, Polignano a Mare and its wonderful "terraces" overhanging on the sea, as well as its sea caves.
Driving through a scenic road…passing along miles of ancient, wonderful olive trees and great views of the sea from the hills.

Highlights of Puglia: Bari, Alberobello and the charming villages

Discover Lecce, the Florence of the South Italy, with Baroque-style architecture.

 Lecce is located in Apulia the heel of Italy, and is the capital of a land called Salento, surrounded by the Adriatic Sea.

Tasting of typical pasticciotto

Lecce Private Tour with pasticciotto tasting

Control your itinerary in total freedom and independence, discovering the wonderful cities of the Puglia region in an alternative and ecological way; let yourself be recommended places and events not to be missed; move in total freedom by choosing the bike that best suits you;

Equipment:
- City bikes, trekking and hybrid bikes, suitable for long distance cycling
- Electric bicycles suitable for any type of cycling
- Double and pedal bikes perfect for cycling in a fun and pleasant way
- Bike seats and camels for families with children
- Carriers for dogs and cats to enjoy cycling with their pets

Bicycle Rental in Lecce

Experience your Lecce vacation on your own, listening to the audio content of our app on your smartphone.

It will be like having at your side a tour guide who will tell you the history, points of interest and curiosities of the city.

Once organized, take your first step into town as your audio guide tells you surprising facts and curiosities about its streets. Look up at monuments and increase your understanding.

Benefit from an audio guide without an expiry date plus no tickets to collect or meeting place.

Listen to the audio guide online, or offline.

The audio content is professionally created by a group of top authors and interpreted by TV and radio professionals.

The smartphone is yours and you will therefore not have contact with unsanitary devices provided by third parties

Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Lecce

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive cooking demo and taste authentic recipes treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. 

Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). 

This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Lunch or Dinner and Cooking Demo at a Local Home in Otranto

If you want to immerse yourself in the real cuisine of Lecce and Salento, come to my house where I am waiting to teach you the art of homemade pasta with simple ingredients. 
together we will cook a Salento menu full of delicious scents. 
We will make the pasticciotto that is the most famous dessert in Lecce and then we will make the coffee Leccese, the coffee that has bewitched all tourists in the world. I will use only top quality ingredients, always preferring local products and farmers with the use of organic products! Come and cook and eat with me, a menu also suitable for vegetarians. 
We'll make pasta with our hands and a rolling pin and we'll make orecchiette and macaroni just like my grandmother did.

Cooking Calss with full Salento dinner

Taste olive oil and wine in the heart of the old town, walking distance from hotels and B&B in Lecce.
Enjoy this informative experience which is ideal just for everyone who likes Italian olive oil and wine.


Olive Oil and Wine in Lecce

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.

Experiences in Monteroni Di Lecce, Italy