Gallipoli Inland and Surroundings Full-Day Bike Tour

5.0 (17 reviews) Lecce, Italy
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Duration8h
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LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

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.

What's included

  • A tasting of typical products / cheese / wine
  • Local guide
  • Use of bicycle
  • Use of safety equipment (helmets, bags, pouches, repair kit)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)

What to expect

  1. Gallipoli
    1h
    We start here and finish here.
    Gallipoli is a fisherman town, that had his glory thank to the export of olive oil that back in the medieval time was not sold for food purposes but for another reason and we will let you discover which!
  2. Sannicola
    30m
    We will stop in this little village to visit the underground olive mill from the 17th century.
  3. Galatone
    Pass by
    Along secondary roads, among olive trees and dry stone local constructions (trulli and pajare), we'll reach Galatone with its imposing Norman castle, the Church of the Crucifix - masterpiece of Leccese baroque style - and the noble palace.
  4. Porto Selvaggio
    2h
    Porto Selvaggio, is a well preserved natural park with clear water where it is impossible not to jump in! There are sources of spring water mixing with the sea water. We stop for a swim and a lunch break.
  5. Museo Civico Messapico
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Un tuffo nella cultura messapica attraverso antichi sepolcri e una esposizione museale molto curata

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Departure Point: Gallipoli Station
Address: Quay parking, 73014, Gallipoli, (LE)
Dates: Daily
Return point: Quay parking of Gallipoli

End point

Departure Point: Gallipoli Station
Address: Quay parking, 73014, Gallipoli, (LE)
Dates: Daily
Return point: Quay parking of Gallipoli

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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