Puglia Home Base Hiking & Walking Tour

This trip is for:

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16+ (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

5 days

4 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

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Luxury Hotels

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Puglia Home Base Hiking & Walking Tour

This trip is for:

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16+ (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

5 days

4 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

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We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.

Activity Levels None (White)

See this trip's Activity Options & Terrain for more details.

Luxury Hotels

4 nights, Luxury Hotels

Learn more about where you'll stay.

2026: Sep-Oct 2027: Apr-Jun, Aug-Oct

From $4,899 - $5,699/person

A Singular Hotel Experience in Ancient Lecce

Find the magic of Italy’s boot one step at a time. Puglia’s rocky coast and turquoise waters reveal a landscape shaped by sea and stone. With Lecce as your base, explore this quieter corner of the Mediterranean.

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Highlights

  • Explore the Salento Peninsula from elegant Lecce, a baroque gem known for its ornate architecture and vibrant culture
  • Settle into our luxurious Home Base hotel and immerse yourself in the rhythms of Southern Italy
  • Hike coastal paths linking turquoise coves, rocky cliffs and historic seaside villages along the Adriatic and Ionian Seas
  • Cruise beneath dramatic coastal cliffs and sea caves on a private boat excursion along Puglia’s rugged shoreline
  • Experience regional culinary traditions through olive oil tastings, fresh seafood and a mozzarella-making demonstration
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Start/End Lecce

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Days 1-2

Description

Explore the spectacular coast between Torre dell’Orso and Torre Sant’Andrea, known for its turquoise waters, sea-carved cliffs and striking rock formations • Browse the impressive art collection and make yourself at home at our elegant Home Base property • Take in the intricate beauty of Barocco Leccese, among Europe’s most ornate baroque architecture • Visit traditional Salento villages on a hike that begins along a scenic coastal bluff • Sample Pugliese specialties and local wines, the first of many memorable culinary experiences.
 

Accommodations

Nights 1-4

La Fiermontina Luxury Home
Lecce
Luxury Hotel

Positioned in the heart of the historic center of town, this ancient masseria is adorned with sculptures and elegant interior design, set in a centuries-old olive grove. (pool)

Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.

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Days 3-5

Description

Visit Otranto, a charming port town with a beautifully preserved historic center and colorful houses • Keep an eye out for the Church of St. Peter • Hike along the Adriatic coast to Punta Palascia, Italy’s easternmost point • Learn the art of mozzarella making from a local master • Spend an evening at leisure in Lecce, strolling quiet streets, sampling regional cuisine and taking in the city’s captivating facades • Set out by private boat to experience this remarkable coastline from a new perspective • Join a local guide for a walking tour that brings Lecce’s rich history to life.

Accommodations

Nights 1-4

La Fiermontina Luxury Home
Lecce
Luxury Hotel

Positioned in the heart of the historic center of town, this ancient masseria is adorned with sculptures and elegant interior design, set in a centuries-old olive grove. (pool)

Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.

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Unplugged dates are perfect for guests who want to ride an acoustic bike.
E-bikes are available to travel companions by request only.

Solo Room Savings

We’ve made it even easier to go solo or enjoy your own space on select dates with reduced private room fees.

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