Lecce to Galatina E-Bike: Olive Mill & Wine Tasting + Taxi back
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Ngôn ngữ có sẵn
4 giờ 30 phút
Vé di động
Explore the Lecce countryside on a premium E-bike along an easy flat 28 km (17-mile) route. Ride through quiet rural roads to ancient villages and discover Salento’s traditions. In Sternatia, meet Gaetano—a storyteller and poet who speaks Griko, the ancient Greek dialect of the Grecìa Salentina. With him, explore a 15th-century underground olive oil mill, hear a poem in Griko, and learn stories about lamp-oil traders, village life, and this unique cultural enclave.
Continue through two villages of the Grecìa Salentina, home of the Griko people, a Greek-speaking community with 3,000 years of history.
In Galatina, visit the Basilica of Santa Caterina d’Alessandria, famous for its 14th-century Giotto-style frescoes.
Stop at Pasticceria Ascalone, birthplace of the Pasticciotto (1740)
At 1 PM, a private taxi (included) takes you back to Lecce.
NOTE: Optional Primitivo wine tasting and traditional Puglian lunch (extra cost; private groups only; request one week in advance).
Thông tin khác
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cần Quan Tâm
Sternatia
After a one-hour bike ride (18 km) through the Lecce countryside—surrounded by ancient olive trees and majestic masserias—you’ll reach Sternatia, one of the nine towns of the Grecìa Salentina, where the Greek dialect Griko is still spoken today. Here you’ll enjoy a 40-minute guided visit to an ancient underground olive oil mill (Frantoio Ipogeo). Our local guide, Gaetano, will share stories of his Greek heritage and even recite a traditional poem in the Griko language, offering an authentic window into this unique cultural community.
Centro storico di Galatina
After a 40-minute bike ride (10 km), welcome to Galatina! Your first stop is the Basilica di Santa Caterina d’Alessandria, a true masterpiece of medieval art and architecture. Inside, you’ll admire extraordinary Giotto-style frescoes and a unique blend of Romanesque, Gothic, Norman, and Byzantine elements—making this one of Puglia’s most remarkable churches. Next, we visit Pasticceria Ascalone, the historic pastry shop where the very first pasticciotto was created back in 1740. Here you can taste the original recipe and experience a true local tradition. Afterward, enjoy 30 minutes of free time to explore Galatina at your own pace.
Tùy chọn
Lecce to Galatina E-Bike tour
Bao gồm
Free water bottle
Ortlieb Rear Pannier Bag (25 liters)
Premium Quality E-Bike (HiBike)
Professional Local Guide
Helmet (Specialized or Scott)
Taxi return to Hotel (20 mins ride)
Bike Phone holder
Entrance fee at Olive oil Mill
Lunch or wine taste (only if requested in advance)
Chính sách hủy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Đánh giá
60 đánh giá
Tổng số đánh giá và xếp hạng từ Viator & TripAdvisor
Tired of the city and shops? Then don’t miss this day trip!
Ted R,4 thg 6, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00We left Lecce at 8:30 a.m. The e-bikes were top notch and perfect for people who are not cyclists or not in peak conditioning. It was wonderful to ride through the country roads with pomegranate flowers in bloom, olive and lemon trees. The tour of the underground olive mill was excellent. I did not know that Puglian olive oil lit the lamps of Europe for centuries. It was also interesting to learn about the ancient Greek community who cultivated the trees for thousands of years and still kept their language. Our guides Marco and Jada were laid back and amazing! Very knowledgeable and eager to share their knowledge about local traditions and region. Stopped at a church in one of the towns that had frescos painted by the school of Giotto (?). We ended with a relaxing lunch with traditional dishes, and local wines. It was a wonderful way to spend the day.
Great Day!
Explore764967,3 thg 6, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00What a fun day biking to galentina. Marco was great. Only wish I had more time to do another town or a hike with him.
Can definitely be recommended!
Helene Oeding H,2 thg 5, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Definitely recommend Puglia Bike Experience. The bikes were of the best quality and worked all the way. We got good information about how we should behave in the traffic before we left. The day started with a quick walk through Lecce’s narrow streets before cycling through the beautiful nature with spring flowering on all sides towards Galatina, a stop to taste Italian pastries along the way, before stopping for a tour in the 15th century olive oil mill. With Gaetano as the tour guide and Marcos as the interpreter, this was a very interesting and personal tour. We chose lunch present for wine tasting in Galatina. It was a great ending with a delicious menu around a long table in a genuine Italian style. All tribute to Marco, Tom, Gaetano and Alicia for a great experience. Thank you!
A Truly Memorable Time
dianelI7511IB,30 thg 4, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00This was the highlight of 3 1/2 weeks spent in Puglia! Marco blended activity, lovely scenery, a visit to a frantoio, a visit to a beautifully frescoed church in Galatina into a rich experience that I will always remember. He, and his assistant, Tom, we very attentive to the needs of the group and to making sure all felt confident on their ebikes and that the group remained together. The day before he checked in with each of us to ask of we were interested in lunch together in Galatina (which we would pay for in addition). We all were interested so Marco made a reservation for the group. We had unhurried time together talking, and enjoyed an array of antipasti as well as main meals at a wonderful restaurant. This tour is a fantastic way to enjoy the area and culture surrounding Lecce with an outstanding and experienced guide. I hope to return and have another bike ecperience with Marco. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would!!!!
The best E-Bike Tour in Puglia area!
SJ B,19 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00I loved the tour. It was so much fun riding on the professional E-bike and learning about the culture, architecture and traditions of Salento. Marco's kindness towards everyone who shared in our tour speaks volumes about his love of the area. Marco's tour is the best of the best!
Marco and his tours are the best!
kasparsd2022,17 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00What a great guy Marco is and a super tour we had. We went on a electric bikes from Lecce to Galatina with various stops on our way. As an option we were offered to take a lunch in the end of the tour and we had a tasting of various local dishes, what a treat it was! I think it was a good price as well, wine was included. I liked the manner in what Marco leads his tours, friendly, direct, welcoming and understanding. I also want to add that the bikes felt really good quality.
This tour offers something you won’t find in any guide or on the internet
thebluetraveler,12 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00A truly exceptional experience. My husband and I booked our first e-bike tour and it completely exceeded our expectations. Thanks to Marco we discover real corners and people of Puglia, living the region as locals do and connecting with their culture from within. It's a tour that offers something you won't find in guidebooks or on the internet, and for me that's priceless. We were lucky enough to meet Gaetano, who guided us on the visit to the old oil mill. His stories from the past and his romantic poetry recited in griko transported us back in time; it was certainly the great highlight of the tour. We were also very impressed by the incredible frescoes of the Galatina church and the curious visit to a vintage shoe store in the center, details that made the experience even more special and different. Marco conveyed confidence and professionalism throughout, standing out for his deep knowledge of the area and for all the curiosities he shared during the tour. The bikes, practically new and of the highest quality, were very comfortable, which made us enjoy the ride even more. In addition, as a final detail, he gave us a bottle of extra virgin olive oil produced by a small local farmer, a beautiful gesture that perfectly sums up the authentic spirit of the tour. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to discover the true essence of Puglia in an active, close and memorable way.
Impressive
luisbernardop2020,4 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Stunning tour to get to know the village by the people themselves in the area. With anecdotes of each place travelled on an excellent bike. You don't need to try to make the tour. Good experience to know the local food. Great guide Marco
A great ride with a wonderful guide!
Passenger39568830334,30 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Take this trip! Amazing ride with a good look at the Salento region of Puglia. Marco our guide was a15 on a scale of 10! Friendly, warm, welcoming , and extremely knowledgeable about the history of the area.
Unforgettable Experience
589shayg,22 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00It’s extremely hard to describe in words just how incredible this experience is. To feel the freedom of biking in the Italian countryside is a once in a lifetime experience. It’s informative, good exercise, and such a blast! Marco and his team really make the experience special, introducing you to people and places you could never find on your own. Even for biking novices this experience is perfect. I’m not a big biker but I felt safe, and I think I might start biking on my own!! Book it now I promise you will never forget your time on the bike!!
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