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Ape Calessino tour of Otranto

The old town, Palascìa Lighthouse and the coastal towers, from the seat of a little three-wheeler.

What you do

An Ape Calessino is the classic Italian three-wheeler, and it is an easy, fun way to see Otranto. The vehicle is yours alone, and your companion explains the places as you go. There are three routes, depending on how much time you have.

The 60-minute route covers the old town, from the lighthouse to Porto Sud, with a stop at the Sanctuary and photo stops along the way. The 80-minute route heads out of town: from Palascìa Lighthouse, the easternmost point of Italy, to the bauxite quarry and the coastal towers, then the Sanctuary, the Castle and the walls.

The full route takes 120 minutes. It combines both and adds the Torre Pinta hypogeum and the Grotta dell'Acqua Santa, finishing with an aperitivo of local products and friselle.

By bike

Otranto makes a great destination for a day on the bike in Salento. You collect the bike for free in Lecce, San Foca or Calimera, or I deliver it to your accommodation with a surcharge based on distance, and I prepare a self-guided route with GPX and roadbook into town.

Once in Otranto, lock the bike with the lock in your kit and let the Ape do the work. Your legs get a rest while you take in the sights. If you would rather skip the bike, the tour works just as well on its own.

Nearby bike routes, with GPX track

Frequently asked questions

Which routes are there and how long are they?
Three: the old town in 60 minutes, the town and surroundings in 80 minutes, and the full route in 120 minutes with an aperitivo.
What time does it start?
It is a private tour, so we agree the time together. Tell me what suits you and I will set it in your quote.
Is it in English?
The companion speaks Italian. There is an audio guide in English, French and German.
Is the price per person?
No, it is per vehicle. There is no public price: I will give it to you in a quote based on the route you choose.
Can we bring children?
Tell me how many you are and the children's ages, and I will check how to seat everyone and include it in your quote.
How do I book?
Send me the date, the route and the number of people. I will send you a tailored quote, with bike and itinerary if you like, and confirm the tour. No online payment.

Add it to your trip

The final cost comes in a tailored quote, together with bikes and route. There is no online payment.

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