Salento Coastal Ride Puglia/Basilicata Italy For those who love horseback riding but also want to relax, here is a very pleasant stay on the Salento coast.  Your package includes overnights in an ancient Masseria surrounded by a small forest of Mediterranean scrub where you can explore the various paths that run along the sea and among centuries-old olive trees and dry stone walls. Short Getaway Center-based ride Meeting: Otranto Airport: Brindisi or Bari Transfer: Riders: Min 2 riders Max 10 riders Trip Brochure (PDF) Trip Rating

Packages and Options

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Transfer and Other Charges:

Transfers are not available. Please, make your own way to/from Otranto.

Sample Itinerary - subject to changes

Please, note that the itinerary below is to be considered indicative. It may be subject to variations due to weather conditions or circumstances beyond our control.

Day 1: Arrival
Plan to arrive independently in Otranto.
Tonight dinner will be served at your accommodation.
Meals included: Dinner
Overnight at farmhouse in Otranto

Day 2: Lake Bauxite Ride
After breakfast, your riding holiday begins with a 2 hour ride. Departure is from the stables adjacent to the farmhouse. You will ride towards Lake Bauxite, a quarry used until the end of the 70s that left a small lake whose waters are emerald green surrounded by a land of incredible colors. From here, ride towards the Baia dell'Orte from which, from the cliff you can admire the Palascia lighthouse, the easternmost point of Italy.
We will be back from our ride in time for lunch (not included). Then, free afternoon dedicated to relaxation. On request it is possible to book boat trips, guided tours of the area, special excursions such as visits to underground oil mills or trekking and yoga.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at farmhouse in Otranto

Day 3: Porto Badisco Ride
This morning, you go for another 2 hour-ride. You will cross the Otranto / Leuca Park, in order to reach the coast of Porto Badisco where the Tower of Sant'Emiliano stands. That tower acts as a lookout for one of the most fascinating coves of the South coast of Otranto.
Free lunch and afternoon dedicated to relaxation.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at farmhouse in Otranto

Day 4: Fiumetto Ride
Today, your 2 hour-ride follows along the course of the "Fiumetto" Idro which winds through the valley. This area is rich in vegetation and there are many centuries-old olive trees.
Free lunch, followed by a fun cooking class with the chef of the farm. Tonight, for dinner you will enjoy the meals that you prepared together with the chef.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at farmhouse in Otranto

Day 5: Departure
Check-out after breakfast. It is possible to extend your stay. Upon request and for a fee (with a minimum of 4 people) it is possible to organize a breakfast on top of the Punta Palascia lighthouse, an original and wonderful way to greet the sea and the sun of Salento.

                                                Otranto area

Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Average High Temperature (°F)	55	56	60	66	76	84	90	89	81	72	63	57
Average Low Temperature (°F)	40	41	44	48	55	63	67	67	62	56	48	42
Average High Temperature (°C)	13	13	16	19	24	29	32	32	27	22	17	14
Average Low Temperature (°C)	4	5	6	9	13	17	19	20	16	13	9	6
Average Precipitation (days of rain)	5	5	5	3	2	1	0	1	2	3	6	5

Source: NOAA


Seasons
Apulia has a typically Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild winters. Rainfall is rare and scarce, except for showers in winter.

With an average 300 days of sunshine per year, Puglia truly has a wonderful climate for outdoor adventure enthusiasts and lover's of the coast. There is always a pleasant breeze, even in the hottest months of the year and the humidity is normally quite minimal as you will find it is a dry heat. Since there are no real mountains in Puglia, the temperature is fairly constant from the coast to inland.

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Accommodations
This is a stationary ride, so all nights are spent at the same location.

Description
You will stay in a recently renovated typical farmhouse just 2 km from the historic center of Otranto.
The property offers 20 comfortable and spacious rooms equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, satellite TV and ensuite facilities.
There is also a swimming pool and a Mediterranean scrub forest from where it is possible to go for relaxing walks.

Room Occupancy
In case you are a solo traveler, the single supplement fee is mandatory.


Meals
All breakfast and dinners are included. Lunches need to be paid extra.

During the cooler days, breakfast is served in the historic part of the farmhouse, under the fascinating star vaults of Lecce stone. In the hottest periods of spring and summer, breakfast is usually served in the adjacent garden to enjoy the sparkling and regenerating morning air and the vivid colors of the surrounding countryside.
Whether you prefer continental, American or typical Italian, the buffet always offers a rich choice of flavors and strictly local and seasonal products, but also fragrant desserts prepared with care and creativity.
For lovers of savory breakfast, a rich selection of local meats and cheeses awaits. You can not miss the hot ricotta just made by the skilled hands of our trusted shepherd, or the first salt, mozzarella fior di latte, scamorza, caciocavallo; all accompanied by fragrant durum wheat bread, focaccia or traditional "friselle".

For dinner, the menu varies daily, always offering a varied choice of meat, fish and vegetarian dishes.

Dietary Restrictions
We can usually cater to most dietary restrictions with prior notice.
For breakfast, a selection of gluten-free products is available on request.

Tack:		English
Horses:		Mixed
Pace:		Approx. 2 hours in the saddle per riding day | Walk | Trot | Canter |
Level:		(2.5 out of 5)    Low Intermediate
Age:		Min 16
Weight:		Max 200 lbs
Riders:		Min 2 riders	Max 10 riders

Passports

Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart except:

(a) 1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card.

Passport Note

(a) Italy is a signatory to the 1995 Schengen Agreement. (b) The regulations stated below also apply to San Marino and the Vatican City.



Visas

Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above for the following durations:

(a) nationals of EU countries for an unlimited period;

(b) nationals of Australia, Canada and the USA for stays of up to 90 days.

Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements 

Passport Required?
British	Yes
Australian	Yes
Canadian	Yes
USA	Yes
Other EU	1
Visa Required?
British	No
Australian	No
Canadian	No
USA	No
Other EU	No
Return Ticket Required?
British	No
Australian	No
Canadian	No
USA	No
Other EU	No

This information is not being updated on a regular basis. Hidden Trails does not take any responsibility for the accuracy of the above information. Please, consult the embassy or consulate for updated info.