About this tour
A seven-and-a-half-hour private drive through Puglia's architectural heartland, connecting two of the south's most distinctive towns. You'll spend the day exploring Lecce's ornate Baroque plazas and Gallipoli's whitewashed waterfront, with stops at local wineries to taste regional varieties. Transport departs from Ostuni, Lecce or Bari, with a bilingual guide steering you through history and landscape at a leisurely pace.
Highlights
- Lecce's honey-coloured Baroque churches and piazzas
- Gallipoli's seaside old town and fortified harbour
- Tastings at working Puglian wineries
- Private air-conditioned transport throughout
- Expert guide in English, Italian, Spanish or other languages
- Flexible departure points in the region
What to expect
You'll be collected from your hotel and driven south into Salento, arriving in Lecce mid-morning. Expect a couple of hours wandering the dense centre—its churches and convents packed with carved stone detail. After a break for lunch (not included), you'll head west to Gallipoli, perched on a peninsula jutting into the Ionian Sea. The late afternoon is spent on the narrow streets of the old town before moving to a winery for tastings. Return journeys finish late evening.
Good to know
Lunch isn't provided—plan ahead or ask your guide for recommendations. Wear comfortable shoes for Lecce's uneven pavements. Book vegetarian wine pairings when reserving. Infant seats and prams are catered for. Minimum two people required.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.