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

Highlights

• 4 Must-See Towns
• Scenic Coastal Route
• Included Services

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Galatina

   45min

   Galatina is a real gem of art, history and traditions. The wonderful Basilica of Saint Catherine of Alexandria is second only to the Basilica of Saint Francis in Assisi for the presence of many frescoes inside, which were created by Giotto's disciples. Other monuments to visit are the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul, and the ancient "courtyard houses" and the buildings situated in the historic centre.

2. 2

   Otranto

   1h 30min

   Otranto, one of the most beautiful coastal villages in Salento.The town of Otranto is full of history, and every corner highlights the passage of different civilizations, including the Romans, the Byzantines, the Ottomans and the Aragoneses. You will have free time to visit the splendid Cathedral, the Church of Saint Peter in perfect Byzantium style, the Castle, the Towers, the mighty Pelasgi Bastions and the Walls that surrounded the whole of the ancient city.

3. 3

   Santa Cesarea Terme

   Pass by

   Santa Cesarea Terme

4. 4

   Castro Marina

   Pass by

   Castro Marina

5. 5

   Santa Maria di Leuca

   1h

   After Otranto you will reach Santa Maria di Leuca, along the wonderful Adriatic coast ,characterized by cliffs overlooking the sea, caves and bays with rocky bottom.

6. 6

   Gallipoli

   1h 30min

   Gallipoli, considered the pearl of the Ionian Sea. This Greek city can be divided into two areas: the new village, where the tourist facilities and modern buildings arise, and the old city. The old part of the city is located on a limestone island connected to the mainland by a 17th century bridge. You will have free time at disposal to explore the historic center characterized by a labyrinthine weave of narrow streets, home to traditional shops of local handicrafts, numerous impressive Baroque churches and aristocratic palazzi. Also worth seeing are the Cathedral dedicated to St. Agatha, one of the best examples of Baroque in Salento, the Angevine Castle built in the 13th century and the Greek Fountain, one of the oldest fountains in Italy.

Before you go

Location