Lecce : 3 hours Hike in maria di Leuca the southern Tip of Puglia

4.9 (11 reviews) Lecce, Italy
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Duration6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Group sizeUp to 16 travelers

Overview

This interesting and fascinating 3 hours Hike embraces History, local villages, sea and country side surroundings.

What's included

  • admission at basilica santuario Santa maria de Finibus Terrae
  • Private transportation
  • Hiking local guide
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. Lecce
    1h
    Meeting point. From Lecce private transportation to the start of the Hike. The drive is 1 hour long.

    I can also come and pick you up from anywhere south of brindisi Like Nardo, Gallipoli, Otranto etc
  2. Marina di Novaglie
    5m
    Starting point of the Hike. Along Puglia's southly Adriatic coast, the rocky reefs highlight the intense blue of the water at Marina di Novaglie.The area saw ancient settlements by indigenous people and by the Greeks. Few traces remain now. The more recent history of basilian monks in the 9th century did leave some marks, most notably in caves that were used as rock churches.
  3. Ponte Ciolo
    40m
    After 2.6 kms (40mins) hiking along the coastline stop at Ponte Ciolo. Ciolo is a narrow coastal inlet and a site of historical and environmental interest. Possibility to take a swim.
  4. Gagliano del Capo
    55m
    After 3,7 kms (55mins) hiking uphill along a natural canyon to Gagliano del capo. In Gagliano del Capo, an authentic Salentinian Village, we do a Coffee brake. You can try some salentinian delicatessen like Rustico and Pasticciotto and drink a traditional Caffe Leccese.
  5. Faro di Leuca
    1h 15m
    After 5,7 (75mins) walk a flat path back to the coast line surrounded by olive trees, agricultural fields and Paglaras huts (salento version of Trulli). The hike ends at Santa Maria di Leuca iconic lighthouse. With its height of 47 metres, and position at 102 metres above sea level, is the second most important lighthouse in Italy, after Genova. Next to the lighthouse is the large Sanctuary, or Basilica, De Finibus Terrae ("End of the Land", 1720-1755), built to commemorate the passage of St. Peter here during his travel to Italyhe end of the Hike. The two seas meeting each other. end of the via Francigena walk.
  6. Bar Del porto
    1h
    Here you can choose

    1) Light lunch Like Piadina or Puccia (salentinian sandwich) (Not included) at the most local Bar in town.

    OR

    2) Proper fresh fish lunch in a splendid location with Harbour and sea view.[RECCOMENDED OPTION].

    OR

    3) No lunch

    -LUNCH IS NOT INCLUDED-
  7. Lecce
    1h
    End of the day.

    The drive back to Lecce from Santa maria di Leuca is 1 hour long.

    I can also take you back to any of the towns south of Brindisi Like Nardo Otranto Gallipoli etc

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point's at the square outside one of the main gates of the old town. The gate is called PORTA RUDIAE. In front of Caffe Rudiae.

End point

The meeting point's at the square outside one of the main gates of the old town. The gate is called PORTA RUDIAE. In front of Caffe Rudiae.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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