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Santa Maria di Leuca Cave Boat Tour Private Transfer from Lecce

Lecce, Italyby Martulli Viaggi

  • 5.5 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, Italian

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Overview

Discover Santa Maria di Leuca without the hassle of driving with a half-day experience that includes a private door-to-door transfer from your accommodation in Lecce, a shared 1.5-hour cave boat tour, and free time. Travel to the southernmost tip of Salento, where the Adriatic and Ionian seas are said to meet according to local legend. Reach hidden corners of the coastline that are difficult to access from land, cruising past dramatic cliffs, secluded inlets, and striking sea caves with a local skipper. A swimming stop is included. After the cruise, walk through its historic area, admire the Faro di Capo Santa Maria di Leuca, browse traditional crafts, or enjoy an aperitif before returning to Lecce. If you are already staying in Santa Maria di Leuca and do not need a transfer, choose between the 1.5-hour or 3-hour boat tour options. Simply make your own way to the meeting point at Bar del Porto, Via Doppia Croce 63, Santa Maria di Leuca, and join the boat tour from there.

What's included

  • Complimentary bottled water in the minivan
  • Private round-trip transfer between Lecce and Santa Maria di Leuca (if the transfer option selected)
  • One hour of free time in Santa Maria di Leuca (if the transfer option selected)
  • Air-conditioned Mercedes sedan/minivan,depending on the group size (if the transfer option selected)
  • Shared 1-hour 30-minute or 3-hour boat tour (depending on the option selected)
  • Safety equipment on board
  • Professional skipper and crew assistance
  • Private hotel pickup and drop-off in Lecce (if the transfer option selected)
  • One or two swimming stops, weather and sea conditions permitting (depending on the option selected)
  • Food and drinks not mentioned
  • Beach towel
  • Personal expenses
  • Transfer (unless the transfer option is selected)

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Lecce

    1.5 hours

    Meet your private driver at your hotel or accommodation in Lecce and travel comfortably to the tourist marina of Santa Maria di Leuca. Complimentary bottled water is available in the minivan.

  2. 2

    Santa Maria di Leuca

    1.5 hours

    Arrive at the marina, meet your skipper, and board the 1.5-hour shared boat for your coastal cave tour.

  3. 3

    Punta Meliso

    Pass by

    Cruise around Punta Meliso and admire the lighthouse, the Basilica of Santa Maria de Finibus Terrae and the monumental staircase from the water. Explore either the Adriatic or Ionian side of the Leuca coastline, with the route selected by the skipper according to sea and weather conditions.

  4. 4

    Grotte Marine Di Leuca

    Pass by

    Cruise past dramatic cliffs and striking sea caves, with the possibility of seeing formations such as Vora Cave, Three Doors Cave, Giants Cave or Dragon Cave. A swimming stop in crystal-clear water is included whenever sea conditions allow.

  5. 5

    Santa Maria di Leuca

    1 hour

    After the boat tour, enjoy one hour to explore Santa Maria di Leuca at your own pace. Stroll through the historic heart of the town, admire the Faro di Capo Santa Maria di Leuca and browse locally made crafts displayed by artisans who have long kept the area’s traditions alive. Leuca is not only rich in history: it is also known for its coastal scenery, local food and traditional craftsmanship. You may also relax with an aperitif at one of the nearby venues.

  6. 6

    Lecce

    1.5 hours

    Meet your private driver at the agreed location in Santa Maria di Leuca and relax on the return journey to your hotel or accommodation in Lecce.

Meeting and pickup

The driver will meet you at the hall of your hotel.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Before boarding the minivan for the return journey, please dry off, remove any sand, and change into clean, dry clothing
  • The boat tour follows either the Ionian or Adriatic coast. The skipper selects the safest and most suitable route based on sea and weather conditions
  • The boat excursion is shared, while the round-trip transfer from Lecce is private
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  • The itinerary and timings may change due to traffic, operational requirements, or adverse weather and sea conditions

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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