Explore Italy’s scenic Salento region on a 10-day, 220-mile journey with Perillo Tours that showcases southern Italy’s coastal beauty, historic sites and culinary traditions. The route includes relaxed seaside stays, coastal swims, wine tastings and visits to ancient ruins and fortified towns.
Highlights of the itinerary include an overnight stay in a fortified seaside farmhouse in Ugento, a refreshing swim in the clear waters of Punta Pizzo Natural Park, and a leisurely wine tasting at the Santi Dimitri winery. You’ll visit the castle in the fortified town of Acaya, walk among the ruins of the Bronze Age settlement at Roca Vecchia, admire Byzantine frescoes in the church of St. Peter in Otranto and explore the castle at Giuliano. The tour also follows Salento’s dramatic coastline and reaches Palacia lighthouse at Italy’s easternmost point.
Pricing starts at $2,325 per person, based on double occupancy. This package covers eight nights in farmhouses and B&B accommodations, daily breakfast, five dinners with drinks included, seven days of bike rental, luggage transfer between overnight stops, a GPS navigation unit preloaded with route tracks, and a road book filled with route information and local tips. The tour also provides 24-hour assistance, a round-trip private transfer between the Bari and Lecce airports, and four tasting sessions featuring regional wines, cheeses and other local specialties.
Not included in the price are entrance fees to sites, city taxes, travel insurance, international or domestic flights to and from your home, and any meals not specified in the itinerary. Participants should factor these additional costs into their travel budget.
The trip blends active exploration with cultural and culinary experiences: daily cycling through olive groves and along coastal roads, stops to sample Apulian flavors at family-run producers, and time to visit archaeological sites and historic churches. Accommodations in converted farmhouses and welcoming B&Bs give a sense of traditional Salento living while providing easy access to the region’s top attractions.
This tour is ideal for travelers who enjoy a mix of outdoor activity and relaxed cultural discovery—those who want to cycle moderate distances, swim in protected marine areas, tour medieval and ancient sites, and savor local wines and food. With luggage handled for you and GPS navigation provided, the route is accessible to cyclists who prefer organized support combined with independent exploration.
For planning, note that the price and inclusions reflect the standard package. If you require single accommodations, additional transfers, or special services, check availability and any supplemental fees when booking. Also confirm seasonal opening times for archaeological sites, wineries and parks to make the most of each stop along the Salento coast.