The discovery of Lecce starts from the beginning, pre-Roman and Roman, to the great period of the Baroque. Take a walk to the historic center that will take you to discover the wonders of Lecce, one of the most beautiful cities of southern Italy. The route starts from Porta Napoli to Piazza Duomo, Cathedral, Bell Tower, and Bishop's Seminar, the baroque heart of Lecce. Continue walking to the Church of St. Irene, Piazza Sant'Oronzo, where you can see the ruins of the Roman amphitheater, the church of San Marco and the Sedile. Walking through the streets of the old town, you will visit the Church of Santa Chiara and Roman Theatre, other important particulars of the story of Lecce. During the tour, you will taste a typical pasticciotto, a cake made with pastry and cream. The tour ends at the Basilica of Santa Croce, a jewel of Lecce Baroque and Celestine Convent.

Discover the sights and tastes of Lecce on a guided tour. Zoom through the narrow streets to take in the main attractions, including piazzas, churches, the remains of a Roman amphitheater, and more. Stop along the route to sample delicious seasonal specialties and meet the locals who make them. Meet your guide, climb on your e-scooter, and head off to visit the main sights, passing through the characteristic narrow streets of the historic center. Discover the majestic Piazza del Duomo, one of the most beautiful squares in Italy, with the Cathedral of Maria Santissima Assunta at its center. Continue to the monumental entrance to the city, Porta Napoli, then the fascinating Basilica of Santa Croce, which reveals the artistic development of Lecce Baroque. Next, head to Piazza Sant'Oronzo, where you will discover the remains of a Roman amphitheater among historical buildings and churches.

Discover the historic city of Lecce in Italy's heel on this guided wine bike tour, multilingual (group) or monolingual (private). Are you ready to discover the fine wines of Salento? Then let's go! We will immerse ourselves in the historical centre of Lecce to discover its architectural treasures. Then we will learn the secrets of the wine tradition and culture of this beautiful region of Puglia in a wine cellar accompanied by an oenologist. The tour begins by visiting the main attractions of the old town such as Porta Napoli, the monumental entrance to the city, Santa Croce’s Basilica with its fascinating baroque style and Sant’Oronzo Square. The tour goes on through the characteristic narrow streets of the old town, discovering the Amphitheater and the Roman Theater, the squares and the lovely baroque style from Lecce, visiting the immense Piazza del Duomo, one of the most beautiful squares in Italy. The tour ends with a stop at a wine shop to taste three wines from the Puglia region: a negroamaro, a primitivo and a susamaniello. An oenologist will explain the transformation of grapes into wine, the grapes suitable for its production, but also the production process itself, and the techniques associated with it.

Looking to WOW your friends and family with some amazing new dishes? Green Italy's cookery course offers the opportunity to master some wonderful seasonal dishes to add to your repertoire. Selection of starters, main courses and desserts covered, recipes for all supplied. Enjoy a cooking class of 4.5 hours in a typical house and family of Puglia. Is available In the morning and in the afternoon. Menu Starters - Focaccia - Fried zucchini flowers. - Marinated zucchini - Fresh salad First Dish - Home made pasta "Orecchiette" with meat sauce Second Dish - Meat Rolls (Braciola) ,meat balls and eggplant parmesan Dessert - Crostata

Arrive at the home of your expert host for a memorable private dining experience where you will taste authentic recipes treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian mothers. During an exclusive cooking demonstration, feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as your host shares the secrets of her family cookbook while preparing the dishes right in front of you. Once the end result is ready, sit at an authentic Italian dining table and enjoy your 4-course seasonal menu including a starter, pasta, main course with side dish, and dessert.

Immerse yourself in a private pasta-making class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and taste the fruit of your labor accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson, the Cesarina will reveal to you the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional pasta recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines.

Live an authentic culinary experience in Lecce, the baroque capital of Apulia. Your host will recive you with a welcome aperitizer of Salento typical products, a refreshing Leccese Coffe (In the most ancient Salento tradition, coffee is sweetened with almond milk and refreshed with ice) will accompany you while you enjoy an amazing hands-on cooking, Combine simple ingredients, such as flavor, water, for creating a delicious dish. Mix raw products with passion, and prepare the dough of pasta fresca improving your cooking skills, knead, cut and shape Orecchiette and Maccheroni al Ferretto (ferretto pasta tool). With the guidance of a passionate local chef you will prepare two different sauces to dress your pasta the classic "fresh tomato red sauce" and chickpeas and local vegetables topping Enjoy the fruits of your labor with your chef and in a convivial dinner, accompanied by homemade bread, finish with a typical dessert and homemade limoncello . Toast with local red, Rosè and white wine to celebrate this exclusive experience. Get the recipes and your ferretto pasta tool to continue your cooking adventure back at home!

Uncover the secrets of Italian family recipes on your travels, Your guide, or Cesarina will share their wisdom, which has been passed down in their families for generations. Immerse yourself in a private cooking class at your guide's home. Learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of regional cuisine and taste the fruit of your labor accompanied by local wines.  During the lesson, the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic local recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Participants will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. Instead of loading your suitcase with souvenirs, take home Italian cooking skills that'll stay with you for life.

Did you know that Thomas Ashe named Lecce the “most beautiful city in Italy”? You have a chance to find out for yourself! The historical center and the monuments of Lecce are rich in unusual ornaments and colorful decorations. Would you like to find out what they characterize? Together with the professional local guide, you will walk through this wonderful city. It is a must for lovers of art and culture. Is Lecce on the heel of the boot? At the end of the tour, the guide will take you to the local bakery. You will try “Apasticciotto”- a famous traditional pastry. You have to pay extra for the church entrance. You will also get to experience the following attractions: - Basilica di Santa Croce - Centro Storico - Museo Faggiano - P.za del Duomo - Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption and Saint Orontius

We will explore each day one of these very beautiful cities: Bari, Monopoli, Alberobelo, Polignano A Mare, Lecce, Brindisi, Grotte Castellana, Zoo safari in Fasano, Ostuni. Accommodation included in a beautiful Villa by the sea with private swimming pool, outdoor patio and barbeque. We will explore the region with a brand new Ford Transit 9 passenger minivan. Puglia is a region with a rich history, with ancient Greek and Roman ruins scattered throughout the region. It is known for its delicious cuisine, with dishes such as orecchiette pasta and pane pugliese (a type of bread) being popular both in Italy and abroad. The region is also home to several beautiful beaches, as well as charming hilltop towns and villages, making it a popular destination for tourists. Overall, Bari and Puglia are rich in culture, history, and natural beauty, making them a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Italy. Day 1 Arrive in Bari. Meet and greet at the airport. Check into your private villa in Capitolo and rest, have a glass of wine, beer, snack etc. Dinner at Gran Pavese seafood restaurant close to your villa. Day 2 Visit Castellano Cave located in the city of Castellana Grotte Explore the city of Monopoli on a walking tour. Main attractions: Basilica Cattredale Maria Santissima della Madia, Castello di Carlo V Evening dinner in Monopoli historic center. Day 3 Explore the city of Bari historic center. Main attractions: Basilica San Nicola, Mincuzzi Palace Explore the city of Polignano A Mare Main attractions: Piazza Dell'orologio, Ponte Borbonico di Lama Monachile Dinner in historic center of Polignano A Mare Day 4 Explore Zoosafari near the city of Fasano Visit the city of Alberobello - UNESCO heritage site Main attractions: Trulli di Alberobello historic center, Belvedere Santa Lucia observation deck Dinner in the vicinity of your villa to be decided. Day 5 Visit the city of Martina Franca historic center. Main attractions: Basilica di San Martino, Piazza Maria Immacolata, Piazza XX Settembre, Porta di Santo Stefano Visit the city of Locorotondo historic center. Main attractions: Chiesa Madre San Giorgio (church), Church of Madonna della Greca Day 6 Visit historic center of Lecce Main attractions: Duomo di Lecce, Anfiteatro Romano Visit the city of Ostuni and it’s main attractions: Duomo di Ostuni, Chiesa di San Francesco (church) Day 7 Return to city of Bari for more shopping and complementary evening dinner covered by the tour guide. Spend full day or half day at your preference. Day 8 Depart from Bari and return home, taking with you many unforgettable memories of your trip to the Puglia region.