Puglia Matera to Lecce Flashcards
Q: What is the first activity upon arriving at the hotel among olive groves?
A: Gather at the hotel and enjoy a scenic stroll through nearby ancient Roman ruins and prehistoric cave dwellings.
Q: What is a notable landmark in Alberobello that should be visited?
A: The largest collection of conically roofed trulli.
Q: What can you expect to do while staying in cliff-side lodgings in Matera?
A: Explore nearby Alberobello and its conical trulli.
Q: What type of farm visit is included in the tour?
A: Spend time with the owners of a 17th-century working farm.
Q: What traditional local meal is prepared and enjoyed during the visit to a shepherd’s kitchen?
A: Homemade orecchiette pasta, stuffed peppers, and pecorino cheese.
Q: What type of countryside is known for shimmering silver-leaf olive trees?
A: The countryside around the area where the tour takes place.
Q: How is Lecce described and what is notable about the accommodations there?
A: Lecce is known as the “Florence of the South,” and the accommodations are in a 16th-century palace.
Q: What remarkable feature can be found in Otranto’s cathedral?
A: One of the world’s largest mosaic floors.
Q: What unique experience is included in the tour related to architecture?
A: Visiting architect friends and seeing their stunning renovation of an ancient farmhouse.
Where does the tour start?
Lecce – 1:00 pm lobby of the hotel, near Brinidisi airport
Where does the tour end?
Brindisi – 1:30 pm – Brindisi airport
What is the walking?
Walking Level
Daily Mileage Options: 2-7 miles
Route Notes:
The terrain on this trip includes a mix of paved and cobblestone streets in Matera, Alberobello and Lecce; as well as well-maintained countryside and coastal trails; and vineyard, olive grove and shepherds’ paths of compressed dirt and stone. The footpaths offer a selection of level, rolling and hilly terrain with some elevation gain and loss.
