Full Day Tour of Otranto City and its Amazing Seacoast from Lecce
Overview
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.
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What's Included
✓ Included
- Access to Poetry Cave
- The tour is only for your group with flexible schedule
- Independent tour in Otranto historic center
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
✗ Not Included
- Lunch
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Transfer from Lecce to Otranto 45 min - Otranto, one of the most lovely coastal villages in Salento. Every corner highlight the different civilizations who lived here like Romans, Byzantines, Ottomans and Aragonese. You'll have free time for visiting the amazing Cathedral, the Saint Peter Church in Byzantine style, the Castle and the impressive walls that surround the whole ancient city.
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Stop 2
Transfer from Otranto to Bauxite Lake 10 min - A small lake grew in an abandoned bauxite quarry, characterized by an impressive red color of the ground surrounded by Mediterranean scrubland. It has become a must-see in the latest years for all tourists. You'll enjoy the whole area after a short walk on a dirt road that will take you to amazing viewpoints.
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Stop 3
Transfer from Bauxite Lake to Palascia Lighthouse 10 min - The tall white cylindrical lighthouse on the easternmost point of Italy. Walking along the path you can delight yourself with breathtaking views by the rocky cliff overlooking the Adriatic sea.
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Stop 4
Transfer from Palascia Lighthouse to Torre Sant'Andrea 30 min - The Faraglioni cove is a gorgeous sight. The water is the clearest you can find out in Puglia and the backdrop is outstanding. Here you can swim by going down the steps carved into the rock or on the nearby sandy beach, so bring your swimsuit to enjoy the wonderful sea. You can also have your independent lunch in the close restaurants with lovely terraces by the sea.
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Stop 5
Transfer from Torre Sant'Andrea to Torre dell'Orso Beach 5 min - You can enjoy the most beautiful and longest sandy beach walking along it, through amazing viewpoints and swimming in the azure sea. Also don't miss to taste the delicious typical sweets in the stunning terrace of the most famous ice cream shop.
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Stop 6
Transfer from Torre dell'Orso to Poetry Cave 5 min - You'll visit one of the most beautiful natural pools. You can approach to see the clearest water by going down the steps carved into the rock, but here people can no longer bathe because safety measure, and cause it's a place absolutely to be preserved.
Meeting & End Point
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Meeting Point
Lecce Train Station.
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Good to Know
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wear comfortable shoes
- The remaining hours of the tour will be spent on travel
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