Countryside in Brindisi

Brindisi - Yacht cruise from Torre Vado

Add something extra special to your holiday to Puglia with this relaxing cruise from Torre Vado. You'll set sail around this portion of Italy, ticking off both the Adriatic Coast and the Ionian Coast throughout the day. A visit to Santa Maria di Leuca is also on the schedule, where you can learn about the caves that Salento and the surrounding area is known for. What's more, the crew will drop the anchor twice throughout the trip, giving you a couple of opportunities to swim in the sea.

Brindisi - Polignano and Monopoli full day tour from Salento Ionian Coast

Polignano a Mare and Monopoli are two dazzling gems along Puglia's Adriatic Coast. Start your day in the cliffside town of Polignano, famous as Domenico Modugno's birthplace, and make sure to sip the distinctive local coffee blend. Take some snaps of idyllic Lama Monachile beach before heading to Monopoli, where you'll explore the city's historic, fortified centre with its well-preserved medieval layout.

Brindisi - Villa Castelli Guided Walking Tour with Olive Oil Tasting

Discover the historic town of Villa Castelli, explore Pezza Petrosa ruins, and taste authentic olive oil. Book your guided tour now!

Brindisi - Bari Guided Tour with Free Time

Bari is a city where old world charm and Italian charisma blend seamlessly into each other. Unearth the potential of Puglia's regional capital with a guided tour and some free time. Starting in the old town, Bari Vecchia, your guide will lead you to some of the best landmarks of the city, including Basilica di San Nicola and Bari Cathedral. And after arriving into the modern shopping district, you'll have time at your disposal to shop or grab lunch.

Brindisi - Full Day Private Tour of Lecce and Otranto

See Puglia from two different perspectives on this private tour of both the inland and coast. Led by a local guide, you'll enjoy a guided walk and free time in Lecce, first. See all the main showstoppers, including the cathedral and the Piazza del Duomo, before heading to the seaside town of Otranto. Here, you can grab some lunch, before heading on a stroll around town.

Brindisi - Half Day Private Tour of Matera

Claiming to be the world's third-oldest city, Matera has a somewhat turbulent past. What was once declared 'the shame of Italy' is now considered to be one of its biggest treasures. And on this private tour, you'll see it for yourself. Led by an expert guide, you'll check out the city's ancient cave dwellings and see the historic centre, before a bit of free time to explore at your own pace.

Brindisi - Evening Trip to Leuca

There's a warm welcome to the town of Leuca on this evening visit. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of this quaint coastal community where the Adriatic and Ionian seas meet. With hassle-free transport to and from, you've a few hours to poke around the town's boutiques, bars and restaurants.Perched on the edge of the Salento peninsula where the Ionian and Adriatic seas mingle, Santa Maria de Leuca is a showstopper. Arrive early in the evening and the night is yours to enjoy as you wish.Stroll the cobbled backstreets and browse the shops, stop to sip a drink in a corner café, or pick one of the plentiful restaurants to try local dishes such as spaghetti with chickpeas or with sea urchins. Many make a beeline for the sanctuary and adjacent lighthouse. And with your return transfer already sorted, you don't need to worry about the drive back, so you can sit and soak up the atmosphere of this southern Italian gem.

Brindisi - Puglia Sunset Cruise

A sunset catamaran cruise to the tip of Puglia is sure to make you fall head over heels in love with southern Italian scenery. Sail out of Torre Vado and make waves towards Punta Ristola – the heel of Italy. Take in the sea grottoes and rocky coastline before an apéritif and nibbles as you watch the sun go down from a vantage point like no other.Hop aboard in Torre Vado, south of Gallipoli, and begin your coastal adventure to the southernmost point in Puglia – a place where the Ionian Sea turns into the Adriatic. And such a dramatic location commands some impressive sights to see along the way, including sea caves that you'll stop to take a peek at.See sandy beaches pass by and sit back while soaking up all the different colours of the sea. On the way back, you'll also anchor up for a well-deserved swimming stop. And once the sun begins to set, you'll be handed a drink to sip on as you watch Mother Nature's nightly show.

Brindisi - Private Transfer to Otranto from Salento Ionian Coast

Otranto is often lauded as one of the most beautiful towns in Italy. And with this private transfer exclusively for you and your party, you've free time here to use as you choose. Spend a few hours soaking up the scenery, shopping in the market, or losing yourself in the maze-like Medieval centre, where a must-see is the Romanesque cathedral.

Brindisi - Private transfer to Alberobello from Salento Ionian Coast

Exclusively for you and your party, this private transfer service takes you to Alberobello – a UNESCO World Heritage Site and capital of the famous conical-shaped ‘trulli' houses. Explore at your own pace and see the hundreds of beehive-topped homes. Then, saunter around town, shop for souvenirs, or sit back and relax in a local café – the time is yours to use as you choose.

Brindisi - Private Transfer to Matera

Not only is Matera a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it's also a city built upon caves dating back over 5,000 years. Visit Europe's Capital of Culture 2019 with this private transfer service, exclusively for you and your party. Exploring at your own pace, you can check out the city's ancient cave dwellings, see the historic centre or try typical Basilicata food at a local restaurant.

Brindisi - Private Transfer to Lecce

With gargoyles, cherubs and gremlins hanging from almost every building, Lecce is one baroque masterpiece. Spend the morning exploring the city known as the 'Florence of the South' and see all the highlights including the cathedral, the Piazza del Duomo and Roman amphitheatre. What's more, you'll have your very own private transfer, exclusively for you and your party.

Brindisi - Otranto Half-day Tour from Salento Ionian Coast

Lauded as one of the most beautiful towns in Italy, Otranto delivers on great views and a fascinating past. Spend a few hours here soaking up the scenery, shopping in the market, or losing yourself in the maze-like medieval centre. A must-see is the Romanesque cathedral, famous for its ornate mosaic floor.

Brindisi - Polignano Sea Caves Tour from Central Puglia

Perched atop a limestone cliff, Polignano a Mare guards some hidden treasure beneath its foundations. A network of around 40 sea grottoes can be explored from the water, and this boat trip features just that plus a chance to dive into emerald waters.As a result of thousands of years of water and wind erosion, the Polignano sea caves were carved out of the jagged limestone cliffs – some incredibly deep and vast, too. This boat trip will take you as close as possible to see the string of caves and experience the show of lights and colours that dazzle visitors from all around.You'll not be able to resist jumping into the emerald-coloured waters, which are clear enough to see to the very bottom. Then, once you're back on board and drying off, you'll be treated to more top-notch views as we sail back into town, and your hosts will serve you a glass of prosecco and a snack.

Brindisi - Lecce by Night from Salento – Adriatic Coast

Let loose in Lecce with an evening trip to the city known as the Florence of the South. We'll drop you off early evening for free time to dip in and out of the bustling bars and restaurants, shop the boutiques or to explore all the historical highlights.

Brindisi - Matera tour with cave homes and local food tasting

Matera has a lot going for it – it's a UNESCO World Heritage Site, European Capital of Culture 2019 and a cave city dating back over 5,000 years. Tour its historic lanes and ancient cave dwellings, try local Basilicata food and wine, then choose to visit the cave house museum or a rupestrian church. Anna, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘The cave houses of Matera were once considered a shameful place to live, best known for poverty, disease and crime. Nowadays, many caves have been transformed into chic homes, restaurants, and hotels.'Considered one of the most outstanding and intact troglodyte settlements, Matera's big draw are the ancient cave dwellings known as ‘sassi', which translates to ‘stones'. First up, we'll check out the baroque quarter, where churches and palaces are built on top of the caves. Next, we'll venture into the Sasso Barisano and Sasso Caveoso areas to see ancient sassi carved into the flanks of Gravina canyon. The dramatic setting overlooking the wild, rocky landscape is all part of the charm.You'll pause for thought in the old quarters, where inhabitants lived in squalor up until the 1950s, which was when the whole population of around 20,000 was rehoused. Wandering around today's visually arresting town, it seems hard to believe how tough life once was here. You'll also get to try typical food and wine a restaurant housed in a real traditional sasso, before choosing between an optional visit to the cave house museum or a rupestrian church, cut into the rock.

Brindisi - Otranto by Night from Salento Adriatic Coast

Elevated above the turquoise hues of the Adriatic Sea, the town of Otranto is filled with all manner of eye-catching spots. On this evening tour, you'll visit the medieval centre and enjoy some free time to browse the stalls that set up once night has fallen.

Brindisi - Lecce Half-day Visit from Salento Ionian Coast

Discover why the city of Lecce is one of Puglia's must-sees. This half-day tour lets you take in all the historical highlights on a guided walk, while stopping for plenty of photos and even a taste of some local delicacies while you're there.With buildings adorned with gargoyles, cherubs and gremlins, Lecce's version of baroque will distract you with its sheer ornateness as you wander around. You'll head into the city known as the ‘baroque pearl of Salento' for free time to explore.See all the main showstoppers, including the cathedral, the Piazza del Duomo and Roman amphitheatre. You'll round off the tour with an artisanal ice cream tasting before returning to your resort.

Brindisi - Lecce Half-day Visit from Salento Adriatic Coast

Discover why the city of Lecce is one of Puglia's must-sees. This half-day tour lets you take in all the historical highlights on a guided walk, while stopping for plenty of photos and even a taste of some local artisanal ice cream while you're there.

Brindisi - Gallipoli morning visit from Salento Ionian Coast

Get a real snapshot of local life in Gallipoli with this morning visit to the city. With your knowledgeable guide, you'll explore the ancient old town – wall-to-wall with baroque-style architecture – and lose yourself in Gallipoli's café-lined cobbled streets.Arrive in the city early morning, and you'll start your guided tour. Stopping by baroque chapels and maze-like lanes beneath the 14th-century walls, you'll soon see why the ancient Greeks called this the ‘beautiful city'. You'll also visit an underground oil mill for a taste of the Mediterranean golden nectar. Head to one of the corner cafés in the cobbled backstreets, shop the boutiques, or take a walk along the promenade – the views are outstanding. But the real star of the show is watching the locals chatter back and forth as they go about their business – it's Gallipolini life to a tee. You'll return to the resort early afternoon, right at lunch time.