Enjoy the Adventure
Are you looking for an adventure of a lifetime? Join us on an unforgettable journey through Lecce, the stunning "Florence of the South" renowned for its extraordinary Baroque architecture and rich cultural heritage. This captivating city in Italy's Puglia region showcases ornate limestone buildings, magnificent churches, ancient Roman ruins, and vibrant street life, all carved from the region's distinctive golden pietra leccese stone. Our expertly curated tours immerse you in this captivating destination, with opportunities to explore elaborate Baroque masterpieces, discover Roman amphitheaters, savor exceptional cuisine, and experience the warm hospitality of southern Italy just a short distance from beautiful Adriatic beaches. A range of activities are available suited to every traveler, from architectural tours and historical site visits to culinary experiences, coastal excursions, and artisan workshops. Guide services, when available, can be added as optional enhancements to your package. Basilica di Santa Croce, Piazza del Duomo, and Roman Amphitheater are all within easy reach. Our experienced guides will lead you through each destination, sharing their passion for Lecce's most incredible heritage. We offer a range of activities suited to every traveler, from cultural exploration and lakeside leisure to mountain adventures and heritage visits.
We offer a range of accommodationoptions in Lecce to suit your preferences and budget. Hotel selection, amenities, and specific features depend on your chosen package and booking preferences. For detailed information about specific properties, facilities, and services available during your stay, please contact us to customize your accommodation based on your requirements. Join us on a journey of discovery and exploration through one of southern Italy's most beautiful and authentic cities.
What's Included & Optional Add-ons
To help you plan your trip, here's what's included in your base package and the optional add-ons available to enhance your experience.
Included in Base Package:
- Return flights from UK airports (London, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, Edinburgh)
- 5 nights accommodation in selected hotels
Optional Add-ons to Enhance Your Experience:
- Airport transfers from Brindisi Airport
- Board basis options: Room Only, Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board
- Lecce Baroque walking tour
- Basilica di Santa Croce entrance
- Duomo di Lecce visit
- Roman Amphitheater and Archaeological Museum
- Castello Carlo V tour
- Papier-mâché workshop experience
- Pasticciotto and pastry tasting tour
- Cooking class featuring Pugliese cuisine
- Wine tasting at Salento wineries (Primitivo and Negroamaro)
- Otranto coastal day trip
- Gallipoli beach excursion
- Ostuni (The White City) tour
- Alberobello trulli houses visit
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and tips
Tour Map
This comprehensive map is designed to guide you through an exciting journey filled with remarkable destinations and captivating experiences.
Itinerary Guide
This comprehensive itinerary is designed to guide you through an exciting journey filled with remarkable destinations and captivating experiences in Lecce.
Arrive at Brindisi Airport and transfer to Lecce (30 minutes). Settle into your accommodation in the historic center and begin exploring the enchanting streets. Visit Piazza del Duomo, one of Italy’s most beautiful squares, featuring the magnificent cathedral with its double facade and soaring bell tower. Wander through the centro storico admiring Baroque palaces and churches. Enjoy aperitivo at a local café and dinner featuring Pugliese specialties like orecchiette pasta and rustico leccese.
Explore Lecce’s extraordinary Baroque architecture, starting with the Basilica di Santa Croce, the city’s most spectacular church with its incredibly ornate facade featuring elaborate carvings of animals, flowers, and figures. Visit the adjacent Celestine Palace. Discover Piazza Sant’Oronzo with the Roman amphitheater ruins and the Column of Sant’Oronzo. Tour churches including San Matteo and Santa Chiara with their stunning interiors. Visit artisan workshops to see traditional papier-mâché craftsmanship.
Visit the impressive Roman Amphitheater, which once held 25,000 spectators, and the nearby Archaeological Museum showcasing artifacts from the area’s ancient past. Explore Castello Carlo V, a massive fortress with exhibitions and panoramic views from its ramparts. Take a cooking class to learn traditional Pugliese recipes including handmade orecchiette pasta. Visit local bakeries to taste pasticciotto, Lecce’s famous custard-filled pastry, and other regional sweets.
Take a day trip exploring the stunning Salento coastline and nearby towns. Visit Otranto with its magnificent cathedral featuring a stunning 12th-century mosaic floor, Aragonese castle, and beautiful waterfront. Alternatively, explore Gallipoli with its charming island old town and sandy beaches, or visit the spectacular white-washed hill town of Ostuni. Enjoy fresh seafood lunch overlooking the Adriatic. Return to Lecce for evening passeggiata and dinner.
Spend your final day at a leisurely pace. Visit the morning market to experience local life and shop for regional products including olive oil, wines, and cheeses. Take a wine tasting tour of nearby Salento vineyards producing robust Primitivo and Negroamaro wines. Alternatively, visit Alberobello’s unique trulli houses (UNESCO site) or relax exploring any missed churches and palaces. Enjoy a farewell dinner of traditional Pugliese cuisine before your departure transfer.
