Day 1 – Arrival
Welcome to Apulia! Palazzo Ducale Venturi will be your base for this itinerary. Upon arrival, enjoy a welcome aperitif in this beautiful location in the heart of Salento, followed by a delightful dinner paired with local wines.
Overnight at Hotel Palazzo Venturi
Day 2 – Lecce
Your exploration of Salento will start with a visit to Lecce, one of the most beautiful towns in Apulia, where you’ll enjoy a wonderful walking tour around its precious Baroque treasures. In the afternoon you’ll reach Gallipoli, on the Ionian coast, to explore its picturesque old town and learn more about Apulia’s gold – the olive oil. You’ll visit an ancient underground oil mill and then transfer to a modern farm to learn about the olive oil making process and taste the final product.
Overnight at Hotel Palazzo Venturi
Day 3 – Otranto
This morning you’ll drive to the Adriatic coast of Salento. Your first stop will be the dairy farm Torre Sant’Emiliano, where you’ll be welcomed by a Mastro Casaro who will illustrate the production process and guide you through a delightful cheese tasting. Then you’ll reach the gorgeous coastal town of Otranto for a traditional lunch and a visit to its fascinating attractions. In the afternoon you’ll have some time to relax before trying your hand at Apulian cuisine with a cooking class led by Chef Antonio Russo. A fabulous firewall dinner will then await you at the hotel’s restaurant.
Overnight at Hotel Palazzo Venturi
Day 4 – Departure
It is time to say goodbye and see you soon for your next trip!!!!!