Otranto and Surroundings Full-Day Bike Tour
At a glance
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Price from
- $155 / person
- Location
- Lecce, Italy
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 27 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN, IT, FR
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- I Ciclopi srl
Description
Riding through secondary roads and a pleasant dirt patch, we will discover one of the most fascinating and typical areas of Salento: the surroundings of Otranto. Crossing the Valley of Idro we will bump into his Byzantine crypt of Saint Angel, and we will reach the foundation “Le Costantine” a center dedicated to organic farming and traditional weaving with old looms. We will cycle towards the megalithic garden of Giurdignano, to admire his prehistoric dolmen and menhir, than we will see a small lake in a disused bauxite quarry. Stop by a bakery with a stone oven for a delicious lunch with typical products, but also by Porto Badisco for a sweet coffe with ice and almond milk and for a fresh swim.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 10
- Adult (ages 13–90)
- $155
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Cripta Bizantina di Sant'Angelo
We'll go up the Idro valley along a pleasant dirt patch and we'll see St. Angelo Crypt, which was carved into the soft rock of Salento at the Byzantine time.
Otranto
We'll move on to Casamassella and stop at the Costantine Foundation, a center dedicated to organic farming and traditional weaving with old looms.
Giurdignano
Then we'll reach Giurdignano, main megalithic centre of Salento due to the many dolmens and menhirs, first evidence of human presence in the area.
Uggiano La Chiesa
Stop by a bakery with a stone oven for a delicious lunch arranged by the organization. After lunch, we'll cycle to Porto Badisco for a long break, and weather permitting, a swim. It is also possible to rent canoes.
Faro di Punta Palascia
We'll then move on along the magnificent coast road to Otranto. We will stop at Punta Palascìa lighthouse, the eastern most point of Italy, and a peculiar lake in a disused bauxite quarry. Return to Otranto in the late afternoon.
What's included
Included
A tasting of typical products / cheese / wine
Local guide
Use of bicycle
Use of safety equipment (helmets, bags, pouches, repair kit)
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
27 reviews
How it compares in Lecce
- Starting price $155 is 24% below the typical $206 for tours of similar length in Lecce
Excurgo comparison of 314 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Otranto and Surroundings Full-Day Bike Tour take?
Otranto and Surroundings Full-Day Bike Tour lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Otranto and Surroundings Full-Day Bike Tour cost?
Prices start at $155 per person for this Lecce experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Otranto and Surroundings Full-Day Bike Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
Can I cancel Otranto and Surroundings Full-Day Bike Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
What languages is Otranto and Surroundings Full-Day Bike Tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Otranto and Surroundings Full-Day Bike Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 27 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by I Ciclopi srl.
Reviews(27)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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