Puglia Home Base Hiking & Walking Tour
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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Trip at a Glance
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
Sample itinerary. Trip details may vary by departure.
Start Lecce Airport & Travel Details
- Explore the spectacular coast between Torre dell’Orso and Torre Sant’Andrea, known for its turquoise waters, sea-carved cliffs and striking rock formations
- Join a local guide for a walking tour that brings Lecce’s rich history to life
- 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.
Nights 1-4
Luxury Hotel
Set among centuries-old olive trees in Lecce’s historic center, La Fiermontina is a restored masseria-inspired estate with a peaceful pool and contemporary interiors filled with paintings, photographs and sculptures from the owners’ artistic heritage. The property traces its roots to the 16th century and has been reimagined with a modern sensibility while preserving classic Puglian architectural elements. The hotel has been awarded One MICHELIN Key. (pool)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- 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.
Nights 1-4
Luxury Hotel
Set among centuries-old olive trees in Lecce’s historic center, La Fiermontina is a restored masseria-inspired estate with a peaceful pool and contemporary interiors filled with paintings, photographs and sculptures from the owners’ artistic heritage. The property traces its roots to the 16th century and has been reimagined with a modern sensibility while preserving classic Puglian architectural elements. The hotel has been awarded One MICHELIN Key. (pool)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
End Lecce Airport & Travel Details
This trip has an activity level range of 1-3
All breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
All accommodations on your Backroads trip
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Expertise and services of Backroads Trip Leaders
Lightweight carbon hiking poles
Backroads On Trip App with route maps, elevation profiles, daily snapshots and more
Additional local guides and experts, plus equipment for included activities as detailed in your itinerary
Exclusive activities, tours and cultural experiences, as detailed in your itinerary
All luggage transfers and porterage during your trip
Snacks and beverages between meals
Private cocktail and wine receptions on the first and last nights of your trip
Choice of Backroads t-shirt or hat, plus water bottle and luggage tag
Detailed Travel Planner with destination tips and pre-trip information
