Cycling the Coast of Puglia

by Macs Adventure
Region
Apulia
Duration
7 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Easy
D-Score™
D2 - Intermediate

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable Puglia cycling tour beginning in the heart of southern Puglia. Cycle through a picturesque landscape of olive groves as you make your way to the ancient walled city of Gallipoli, perched above the Ionian Sea. Experience the thrill of cycling Southern Italy's dramatic Adriatic coastline as you ride toward the historic Greek port of Otranto. Head north to unwind on the golden beaches of the Cesine Coastal Nature Reserve before completing your cycling holiday in Puglia with a return to Lecce and perhaps final taste of the region’s famous orecchiette pasta.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrive Lecce and overnight

Arrive Lecce and overnight

Day 2: Cycle Leece to Gallipoli via Copertino and Nardo 31 miles / 50 km

50 km 104 m

D1

Cycle Leece to Gallipoli via Copertino and Nardo 31 miles / 50 km

Day 3: Cycle Gallipoli to Santa Maria di Leuca 32 miles / 51 km

51 km 33 m

D1

Cycle Gallipoli to Santa Maria di Leuca 32 miles / 51 km

Day 4: Free Day in Santa Maria di Leuca

Free Day in Santa Maria di Leuca

Day 5: Cycle Santa Maria di Leuca to Otranto 35 miles / 56 km

56 km 526 m

D1

Cycle Santa Maria di Leuca to Otranto 35 miles / 56 km

Day 6: Cycle Otranto to Lecce via Cesine Coastal Nature Reserve 30 miles / 49 km

49 km 51 m

D1

Cycle Otranto to Lecce via Cesine Coastal Nature Reserve 30 miles / 49 km

Day 7: Onward travel

Onward travel

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental

About the Apulia

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