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Full Day Tour to Gallipoli, Galatina, Coast, Beaches and Winery

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On average, this is booked 17 (0) days in advance.
7 to 8 hours (approx.)
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Overview

This tour will take you to discover the lovely Salento towns of Gallipoli and Galatina starting from Lecce and crossing the peninsula among typical villages and vineyards, also stopping, as an optional choice, in one of the most important Salento wineries for a tasting experience. There will be no shortage of halts along the Ionian coast for fully enjoying the breathtaking views that will await you. The journey will go on heading to a wonderful beach where you can swim before the visit among narrow alleys, shops and sea views of which Gallipoli will surprise you.
In the case you’ll choose not to attend the wine tasting, or depending on the cellar unavailability, like on Sundays, we'll spend more time in the place you'll prefer or we’ll stop in Nardò to visit its nice historic center.

What's Included

  • The tour is only for your group with flexible schedule
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Wine tasting experience (optional) from 30 to 40 €/pax. Closed on Sundays and depending availability
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Start time refers to Lecce town departure as meeting point. Please provide your lodging name for direct pick-up. We keep in touch by Phone / whatsApp. You can recognize me by grey car.

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Piazzale Oronzo Massari
73100 Lecce LE, Italy

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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Centro storico di Galatina

Transfer from Lecce to Galatina 30 minutes. We’ll stop close to the main square where you can have your independent visit to the Baroque church of “San Pietro”. Nearby, the small chapel of “San Paolo” hosts a well that, according to tradition, was able to heal people bitten by poisonous tarantula spider. That's why the town is renowned for the magic and esoteric ceremonies of "Tarantismo", from which the local folk dance “Pizzica” started. Galatina is also well known for the delicious pastries produced for generations in the local pasticcerie. In the most famous one you can delight yourself by tasting the famous "Pasticciotto”.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Basilica di Santa Caterina d'Alessandria

Walking along Galatina old town you can find out several aristocratic palaces until reaching the late Romanesque Basilica of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria, built in 1390. The interior contains frescoes by artists from "Giotto school", that make the church the second in Italy, after San Francesco d'Assisi Basilica, for its pictorial cycles.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Town of Nardo

In Nardò you can choose to have an independent wine tasting in one of the most important local wineries. The cellar offers tasting experiences of wine, produced from original vineyards, paired with appetizers; Taralli and focaccia bread come with 3 glasses tasting, adding typical cheese in the 4 glasses one. The full experience with 5 glasses of wine includes a cold cuts platter too. The cost goes from 30 to 40 euro/person and will be paid in the winery as your needs (advance booking is required, closed on Sundays and depending on availability). In the case the wine tasting won't be done the time will be spent in other stops, like the beaches, or for visiting Nardò historic center, a beautiful medieval town with lot of historical baroque buildings, the castle, the square and many churches. The most beautiful is the Basilica Cathedral founded in the 11th Century, but all are unique.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Spiaggia Cittadina a Santa Maria al Bagno

Transfer to the Ionian coast passing by Santa Maria al Bagno, with its lovely city beach and nice restaurants by the sea (possibility to stop here for lunch), the four towers fortification, built in Aragonese time to protect a drinkable water source, and the broken mountain, the coastal route heading the white beaches of Gallipoli.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Spiaggia Padula Bianca

Stop at Rivabella beach. Here we'll stop in a nice pine forest where, going through it, you can find out a stunning free beach as well as private lidos, so bring your swimsuit and towels for being delighted by an amazing sea.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Il Centro Storico di Gallipoli

Gallipoli, the Ionian pearl, is divided between the modern city and the historic one. The ancient town is located on a little island, connected to the mainland by the bridge which ends with a Greek fountain, the oldest one in Italy. Here you'll have free time to discover the historic center characterized by narrow streets with local handicraft shops, lovely baroque churches and aristocratic palaces. Also, you can walk along the castle walls enjoying a drink in some nice terraces by the sea, or having your brunch maybe tasting the typical sandwich "Puccia" dressed with sea food specialities.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The remaining hours of the tour will be spent on travel

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Full Day Tour to Gallipoli, Galatina, Coast, Beaches and Winery?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Full Day Tour to Gallipoli, Galatina, Coast, Beaches and Winery?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • The tour is only for your group with flexible schedule.
  • All Fees and Taxes.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Independent tour in the cities.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Wine tasting experience (optional) from 30 to 40 €/pax. Closed on Sundays and depending availability.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Full Day Tour to Gallipoli, Galatina, Coast, Beaches and Winery is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Full Day Tour to Gallipoli, Galatina, Coast, Beaches and Winery will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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  • The tour is only for your group with flexible schedule
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Independent tour in the cities
  • Lunch
  • Wine tasting experience (optional) from 30 to 40 €/pax. Closed on Sundays and depending availability

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The remaining hours of the tour will be spent on travel

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