Lecce : Half day E-Bike tour, Artisan workshop & Olive Oil Taste
Discover by E-bike the legendary origins of olive trees and the history of olive oil production from the 1400 to today. Cycle traffic free country side paths surrounded by olive oil trees and majestic farm houses (Masserias). Visit the Castle of Acaya built in 1500, the only example of fortified Renaissance town in South Italy. Enjoy a Hands-On Reed Weaving Workshop at Acquarica Castle with masters Pantaleo and Uccio. You will contribute to the preservation of this ancient tradition and profession. Experience a tour from local guide Giovanna of the Underground Olive Oil ancient Mill. Learn the surprising history of lamp oil—a lower-grade olive oil once used to fuel lamps and illuminate cities across Europe and beyond—making Salento a key player in a global trade network. Authentic Olive Oil Tasting with Lina at Masseria 5 Santi. Seated in her home, Lina will guide you through the entire journey of olive oil production.
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Where this sits in Puglia
Puglia is about 1 hr 4 min by road from Brindisi Salento Airport. The heel: whitewashed towns, trulli, olive groves and a coast on both sides. Slower and cheaper than the north, best in a car, and at its finest either side of high summer.
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