Experience recommended by SalentoBike
Hiking tour of the Ciolo canyon and the Cipolliane coastal path
Three hours on foot at Gagliano del Capo, past prehistoric caves and pajare.
What you do
The Ciolo is a deep cleft in the rock that opens onto the sea. You walk it with an environmental guide, then join the Cipolliane coastal path, which runs high above the water.
Along the way the guide points out the prehistoric caves in the rock face and the pajare, the dry-stone huts of the Salento countryside. It is about 5 km on foot over three hours, with time to stop and look.
The guide speaks Italian and English, and insurance is included. Food and drinks are not, so bring water and proper walking shoes.
By bike
One day on the bike, one day on foot: a good way to get to know the Capo di Leuca without always working the same muscles. If your route runs along the Adriatic side, you can ride to the meeting point, lock the bike with the lock provided and carry on walking.
Pick up your rental for free in Lecce, San Foca or Calimera, or I can bring it to where you are staying for a surcharge based on distance. I will prepare a self-guided route with GPX and roadbook, with the hike slotted into the right day.
Nearby bike routes, with GPX track
Frequently asked questions
- How long is the walk?
- About 5 km on foot, over three hours. The start time is set when you book, and I will put it in your quote.
- Which language does the guide speak?
- Italian or English.
- How much does it cost?
- I give you the price in your tailored quote, together with bikes and route. No online payment.
- What is included and what should I bring?
- The environmental guide and insurance are included. Food and drinks are not, so bring water, a snack and trail shoes.
- Can I come on my own?
- Yes, one person is enough.
- How do I book?
- Send me the date and the number of people. I will send you a quote with the hike, bike and route. 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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