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Santa Maria di Leuca Private Tour: Salento’s most scenic town
(6) Reviews
Castrignano del Capo
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The tour in Santa Maria di Leuca begins with a visit to the Sanctuary of Saint Maria de Finibus Terrae, consecrated in 1755 and an important pilgrimage site, set in a panoramic position on the promontory and characterized by a sober façade
In the same square, you will also find the Marian Column, topped with a statue of the Virgin Mary, and the impressive Lighthouse, over 48 meters high, offering scenic views over the meeting point of the two seas; nearby stands the Monumental Waterfall of the Apulian Aqueduct, marking the final point of the aqueduct
The walk continues towards the Tourist Port, a lively harbor with elegant boats, a panoramic waterfront, and coastal architecture that create...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Admire the Monumental Waterfall of the Apulian Aqueduct
Admire the Marian Column and the majestic Lighthouse ( external visit )
Stroll among elegant 19th-century villas
Private walking tour of Santa Maria di Leuca with licensed tour guide
Visit the Church of Cristo Re
Visit the Sanctuary of Santa Maria de Finibus Terrae on the promontory
Discover the Tourist Port
Private transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Santuario di Santa Maria de Finibus Terrae
Next the sanctuary, under the column.
Return
Itinerary
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Basilica Santuario di Santa Maria de Finibus Terrae
The Sanctuary of Santa Maria de Finibus Terrae in Santa Maria di Leuca is an important pilgrimage site located on the promontory marking the southernmost point of Salento. Consecrated in 1755, it stands on a place considered sacred since ancient times and, according to tradition, linked to the passage of Saint Peter. The building features a simple yet imposing façade and houses artworks and decorations of great religious value inside
24 minutes
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Faro di Leuca
The Lighthouse of Santa Maria di Leuca is one of the most important in Italy, located on the promontory next to the sanctuary. Built in the 19th century, it stands over 48 meters high and overlooks the meeting point of the Adriatic Sea and the Ionian Sea, offering spectacular panoramic views of the coastline and the sea ( external visit )
24 minutes
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Cascata Monumentale
The Monumental Waterfall of the Apulian Aqueduct in Santa Maria di Leuca is a scenic structure completed in 1939 that marks the final point of the aqueduct. Characterized by a grand staircase and flowing water, it creates a striking visual effect and enhances the monumental setting of the surrounding area
24 minutes
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Porto Turistico Marina di Leuca
The Tourist Port of Santa Maria di Leuca is a lively harbor located between the Adriatic Sea and the Ionian Sea, characterized by elegant boats and a charming waterfront. It is an ideal starting point for sea excursions and offers a vibrant atmosphere with facilities and services for visitors
24 minutes
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Christ the King
The Church of Cristo Re in Santa Maria di Leuca is a 20th-century neo-Gothic building, characterized by a slender façade and elegant stained-glass windows. Located near the seafront, it features bright interiors and is an important religious landmark of the town
24 minutes
Santa Maria di Leuca Private Tour: Salento’s most scenic town
(6) Reviews
Castrignano del Capo
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The tour in Santa Maria di Leuca begins with a visit to the Sanctuary of Saint Maria de Finibus Terrae, consecrated in 1755 and an important pilgrimage site, set in a panoramic position on the promontory and characterized by a sober façade
In the same square, you will also find the Marian Column, topped with a statue of the Virgin Mary, and the impressive Lighthouse, over 48 meters high, offering scenic views over the meeting point of the two seas; nearby stands the Monumental Waterfall of the Apulian Aqueduct, marking the final point of the aqueduct
The walk continues towards the Tourist Port, a lively harbor with elegant boats, a panoramic waterfront, and coastal architecture that create...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Admire the Monumental Waterfall of the Apulian Aqueduct
Admire the Marian Column and the majestic Lighthouse ( external visit )
Stroll among elegant 19th-century villas
Private walking tour of Santa Maria di Leuca with licensed tour guide
Visit the Church of Cristo Re
Visit the Sanctuary of Santa Maria de Finibus Terrae on the promontory
