Puglia 3.5-Hour Boat Tour of Caves with Bathroom Stop and Aperitif
by Noleggio Nettuno
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This 3.5-hour boat tour along the coast of Puglia begins at Torre Vado, where guides explain the history of the coastal towers. The boat then moves to Marina San Gregorio, where the guides describe the historic and geographic significance of the villa of San Gregorio. The tour continues along the Ionian Sea, passing the caves of the Ionian coast with accompanying historical details and local legends. You will see Punta Ristola, the southernmost point of Puglia, and Punta Meliso with its lighthouse marking the division between the Ionian and Adriatic Seas. The tour also visits caves on the Adriatic side before returning to the Ionian Sea. There is a swimming stop in a bay known for its emerald-colored waters to refresh during the trip. The boat approaches La Grotta delle Tre Porte so passengers can see the cave up close and take photos. The tour concludes on board with an aperitif featuring typical Salento products including friselline with tomato, focaccia, local bread, seasonal fruit, soft drinks, wine, and prosecco. Bottled water is provided during the tour.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Santa Maria di Leuca
The tour begins at Torre Vado with an explanation of the coastal towers' history. Then the boat heads to Marina San Gregorio where the guides describe the villa’s historical and geographical importance. Along the Ionian Sea, the tour passes caves with historical notes and legends. Punta Ristola, the southernmost tip of Puglia, is seen next. The boat moves past Punta Meliso, where the Ionian and Adriatic Seas divide, also visiting Adriatic Sea caves. The tour returns to the Ionian Sea for a swim stop in turquoise waters, followed by an aperitif on board including friselline with tomato, focaccia, typical bread, fruit, and drinks.
180 min
La Grotta delle Tre Porte
The boat approaches this large cave during the tour to allow close-up views and photo opportunities.
Punta Ristola
This stop highlights Punta Ristola, the heel of Italy and the southernmost point in Puglia.
Punta Meliso
Punta Meliso features a lighthouse and marks the boundary between the Ionian Sea and the Adriatic Sea.
Marina San Gregorio
The marina is noted for the historic and geographic significance of the villa of San Gregorio, described by the guides.
Felloniche Spiaggia
The tour includes a 30-minute swimming stop in a bay with emerald green water on the Ionian Sea.
30 min
Meeting point
Wooden kiosk in front of the Caffereccio restaurant Check in is 30 minutes before departure
End point
Wooden kiosk in front of the Caffereccio restaurant Check in is 30 minutes before departure
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
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Puglia 3.5-Hour Boat Tour of Caves with Bathroom Stop and Aperitif
by Noleggio Nettuno
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€80Overview
This 3.5-hour boat tour along the coast of Puglia begins at Torre Vado, where guides explain the history of the coastal towers. The boat then moves to Marina San Gregorio, where the guides describe the historic and geographic significance of the villa of San Gregorio. The tour continues along the Ionian Sea, passing the caves of the Ionian coast with accompanying historical details and local legends. You will see Punta Ristola, the southernmost point of Puglia, and Punta Meliso with its lighthouse marking the division between the Ionian and Adriatic Seas. The tour also visits caves on the Adriatic side before returning to the Ionian Sea. There is a swimming stop in a bay known for its emerald-colored waters to refresh during the trip. The boat approaches La Grotta delle Tre Porte so passengers can see the cave up close and take photos. The tour concludes on board with an aperitif featuring typical Salento products including friselline with tomato, focaccia, local bread, seasonal fruit, soft drinks, wine, and prosecco. Bottled water is provided during the tour.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Santa Maria di Leuca
The tour begins at Torre Vado with an explanation of the coastal towers' history. Then the boat heads to Marina San Gregorio where the guides describe the villa’s historical and geographical importance. Along the Ionian Sea, the tour passes caves with historical notes and legends. Punta Ristola, the southernmost tip of Puglia, is seen next. The boat moves past Punta Meliso, where the Ionian and Adriatic Seas divide, also visiting Adriatic Sea caves. The tour returns to the Ionian Sea for a swim stop in turquoise waters, followed by an aperitif on board including friselline with tomato, focaccia, typical bread, fruit, and drinks.
180 min
La Grotta delle Tre Porte
The boat approaches this large cave during the tour to allow close-up views and photo opportunities.
Punta Ristola
This stop highlights Punta Ristola, the heel of Italy and the southernmost point in Puglia.
Punta Meliso
Punta Meliso features a lighthouse and marks the boundary between the Ionian Sea and the Adriatic Sea.
Marina San Gregorio
The marina is noted for the historic and geographic significance of the villa of San Gregorio, described by the guides.
Felloniche Spiaggia
The tour includes a 30-minute swimming stop in a bay with emerald green water on the Ionian Sea.
30 min
Meeting point
Wooden kiosk in front of the Caffereccio restaurant Check in is 30 minutes before departure
End point
Wooden kiosk in front of the Caffereccio restaurant Check in is 30 minutes before departure
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.