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Puglia Coastal Walking

Explore Puglia from Otranto to Gagliano del Capo on this epic walking tour

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8 days

Mar-Jul, Sep-Nov

Walking

Self-guided, Private

Hotels

Easy (2/5)

Puglia Coastal Walking Tour Details

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Day 1

Arrival in Otranto

Overnight Location - Hotel in Otranto | Distance - None | Meals - None

Toss your bags on the hotel bed and get out to enjoy the historic centre of Otranto. Dine on Italian food to your heart’s content tonight - you’re carb-loading for the trek ahead!

Day 2

Otranto loop

Overnight Location - Hotel in Otranto | Distance - 2 hours, 7.5 km, 96m elevation gain | Meals - Breakfast

Today, you’ll walk alongside a babbling stream in the peaceful Idro Valley. You’ll be surrounded by orange trees, olive groves, and orchards. Hike up through the forest to the San Angelo rock church, and then drop back into Otranto to relax for the evening. Dinner is included tonight.

Day 3

Walk along the Ocean to Porto Badisco

Overnight Location - Hotel in Porto Badisco | Distance - 5 hours, 12.5 km, 270m elevation gain | Meals - Breakfast, dinner

The next adventure of your walking tour of Puglia begins in a maze of narrow streets in the old town of Otranto. You’ll emerge onto a gravelly, flat path that winds around a series of oceanside coves and old WWII bunkers. Take as many stops along the beach as you like- the water never stops tempting you! Eventually, you’ll reach the Punta Palascia lighthouse, which contrasts in bright white against the blue water. On a clear day, you’ll be able to look across the Adriatic all the way to the Albanian mountains, just 71km away.

Day 4

Porto Badisco to Santa Cesarea Terme

Overnight Location - Hotel in Santa Cesarea Terme | Distance - 4 hours, 13 km, 200m elevation gain | Meals - Breakfast

Start the morning at the lovely inlet of Porto Badisco. Grab a coffee and a breakfast sandwich from the local supermarket before heading up a shepherd’s path towards an inland plateau. Along the way, keep your eyes peeled for “Pagliari”, the round, flat-topped stone buildings where shepherds used to stay. Rest for a minute in the pine tree forest before heading downhill to the spa village of Santa Cesarea Terme, which is great for swimming.

Day 5

Walk to Marittima

Overnight Location - Hotel in Marittima | Distance - 4.5 hours, 11.5 km, 309m elevation gain | Meals - Breakfast

The morning starts with a walk up to the fields near the ancient Messapian town of Castro, wrapped with high stone walls. Grab lunch in the town centre before running down the hill for a swim. Then, walk along the coast to the Acquaviva coast. It’s a lovely secret inlet with a flowing fresh water spring trickling in. You probably won’t want to leave this magical spot, but leave some time to finish your trek to Marittima for the night.

Day 6

Walk through Olive Groves to Marina Serra

Overnight Location - Hotel in Marina Serra | Distance - 4.5 hours, 13.5 km, 310m elevation gain | Meals - Breakfast, Dinner

Grab a picnic lunch in Marittima before walking through the nearby olive groves on the way to Tricase Porto. On the way, you’ll see “tratturi”, or the ancient system of roads and pathways used by locals to get to the ocean, orchards, and nearby towns. The view of the sea will lead you to Tricase, where you should definitely grab one of the delicious iced coffees the town is known for. Feel free to take a swim before heading to the hamlet of Marina Serra to unwind in bliss for the night. Dinner’s on the house.

Day 7

Sentiero del Nemico Trail to Gagliano del Capo

Overnight Location - Hotel in Lecce | Distance - 5 hours, 12.5 km, 530m elevation gain | Meals - Breakfast

The last portion of your walking journey through Puglia starts up the enemy’s path! Don’t worry, the Sentiero del Nemico trail might have been used to ambush unwanted visitors back in the day, but there’s no risk now. You’ll cross over back inland before reaching Novaglie, a rocky beach perfect for a quick rest. Then, you’ll start the most wonderful part of the tour- a walk along the Cipolliane path, named for the caves along the way. It’s simply beautiful all the way to the Ciolo bridge, which is the last of many swimming spots on your journey. Enjoy a final dip before heading up the valley to Gagliano del Capo, where you’ll hop on the train to Lecce. This beautiful Baroque city offers great restaurants for dinner and plenty of lovely sights to enjoy as the sun sets.

Day 8

Goodbye, Puglia

Overnight Location - None | Distance - None | Meals - Breakfast

While you won’t want to head home, after breakfast it’s time to pack up and start your travels. Until next time!

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How hard is the Puglia Coastal Walking Trip?

We rate this tour as a 2 / 5. You will walk moderate distances on mostly rocky coastal footpaths, sometimes through low vegetation or bushes. Sometimes the trail is not obviously visible, therefore having good navigation skills is ideal.

Do I need a visa to travel to Italy?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included on the Puglia Coastal Walking Trip?

7 breakfasts and 2 dinners are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have Health and Medical insurance to join this trip. Get your Travel Insurance.

How do I get to Otranto to start this tour?

If you fly to Bari, you will need to take the train or bus to Bari Centrale station. From there, take the train to Lecce, and then the bus to Otranto. You can fly into Bari (BRI) or Brindisi (BDS). From Brindisi, you can take the Salento Easy Shuttle to Otranto, or take the train to Lecce and then the bus to Otranto.

I’ve never been on a self-guided trip! How does it work?

Self-guided travelling is not difficult! For many, it is a preferred type of travel as you are in charge of your own time and pace. You are provided all the information on which direction you need to go daily. You don’t need to carry lots of things with you and can only carry your daypack, as your luggage will be picked up from your hotel daily in the morning and delivered to your destination hotel.

Is the Puglia Coastal Walking tour guided?

No, you will be provided with maps, route guides, notes, and 24/7 telephone support to complete your self-guided tour.

Where does the Puglia Coastal Walking tour end?

The tour ends in Lecce, where you can take the train to Brindisi or Bari and then the bus to the airport.

Are equipment rentals included?

Equipment rentals are not included. Please bring any personal and hiking equipment desired.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Italy?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Italy?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

When is the best time to travel to Puglia for this tour?

The best time to travel to Italy for the Puglia Coastal Walking tour is from March through October, however, the tour cannot be booked at August because of extremely hot temperatures. The end of July is also not recommended for those who are sensitive to the heat.

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Puglia Coastal Walking

Puglia Coastal Walking Tour Details

Overview

Overview for Puglia Coastal Walking

Itinerary

Itinerary for Puglia Coastal Walking

Arrival in Otranto

Otranto loop

Walk along the Ocean to Porto Badisco

Porto Badisco to Santa Cesarea Terme

Walk to Marittima

Walk through Olive Groves to Marina Serra

Sentiero del Nemico Trail to Gagliano del Capo

Goodbye, Puglia

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Night 1-2

Hotel San Giuseppe in Otranto

Night 3

Masseria Panareo in Porto Badisco

Night 4

Grand Hotel Mediterraneo in Santa Cesarea Terme

Night 5

B&B Palazzo Vecchio in Marittima

Night 6

B&B Il Rifugio dei Lavaturi in Marina Serra

Night 7

Grand Hotel di Lecce

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