BIKE TOURS
FROM LECCE

Daily tour departing from Lecce: discover the most beautiful stretch of the Adriatic coast, passing through Acaya, Roca & Grotta della Poesia, Torre dell'Orso, Sant'Andrea with the Lovers' Arch, and finally arriving in Otranto.

Apulia Outdoor

DAY TOUR Lecce Achaia The Cesine Cave of Poetry Bear Tower Saint Andrew scholar Otranto

From Lecce to Otranto, discover the most beautiful stretch of the Adriatic coast

The most beautiful stretch of the Salento coast in a single day

A bike tour designed for those who love cycling through nature, the sea, and historic villages. We start in Lecce and arrive in Otranto, passing through unique landscapes such as Acaya, the Le Cesine Natural Park, the Melendugno coastline, the Grotta della Poesia, and the Faraglioni di Sant'Andrea. Comfortable return by van.

Tour technical data

  • Average pedaling duration: 4h
  • Total distance: 51,5 km

  • Total ascent: M 160

  • Total descent: M 210

  • Difficulty: easy-moderate

  • BikeGravel, Trekking or e-bike

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Initial briefing

To the Otranto Lakes and back

At 9, before leaving Lecce, a meeting takes place brief briefing where the itinerary will be illustrated in detail.

During the briefing:

  • We will help you Download GPS track on your mobile phone or navigation device

  • We will give you all the practical information about the route and points of interest

  • We recommend that you bring one with you smartphone charged and, if possible, a Powerbank for the day

Need help navigating? You can:

  • Rent a Garmin Device with preloaded track, at a small extra cost

  • Or book a certified cycling guide who will accompany you for the entire tour

 

The itinerary: nature, sea and history on your bike

Departure from Lecce

Departure from Lecce

The tour starts from Lecce, with a flexible meeting point or at your accommodation.

Stop in the fortified village for a relaxing coffee.

Crossing the WWF oasis immersed in nature.

We follow the sea to the Grotta della Poesia (entrance: €3, not included).

Panoramic photo stop on the cliff overlooking the bay and the Two Sisters Rock.

After visiting the Faraglioni and the famous Lovers' Arch we recommend a stop for lunch at Babylon, typical pizzeria with sea view.

Relax and swim along the beach before reaching Otranto.

Deliver bikes to our van and free visit of the city until 18pm.

Convenient transfer included. Departure and return customizable on request.

Who is it suitable for?

Lecce-Otranto bike day tour

The tour is suitable for cyclists of all levels, even for families with children. E-bikes are recommended for those with little experience.

Why choose this tour

  • Panoramic and authentic route
  • Also ideal for beginners with e-bikes

  • GPS track and briefing included

  • GPS rental or guide available

  • Organized return by van