Is this tour available to 2 people? Is it on road bikes? How many kilometers / and what is the daily elevation please?

This tour is a self-guided cycle holiday, so it is absolutely suitable for 2 people as long as the hotels are available. The bikes on this trip are hybrid bikes, rather than road bikes, as the terrain can be a little more gravelly in places. We rate this a moderate level trip, so it isn't the most active - appealing to the active rider that is looking for a relaxed trip. The kilometres are as follows: Day 2: 49km (roughly -200m elevation), Day 3: 65km (roughly -150m elevation), Day 4: 61km (around +/- 40m elevation), Day 5: 52km (very flat, small 20m hills throughout), Day 6: 53km (few 100m inclines), Day 7: 55km (+20m elevation). It's mostly a downhill trip with very minimal inclines.

do you have ebikes for this self guided tour

E-Bikes are possible. They are an additional £254.00 per e-bike.

what types of bike do you use?

On this particular holiday we use the following: Bike information Hybrid bike brand is Specialized Frame with single chainring 44T derailleur with XT 12 speed gearbox (Male default bike) or Cube with single chainring 44T derailleur with XT 12 speed gearbox (Male but only if the Specialised is not available) and Fuji traverse (Female) with Shimano Tourney, 48/38/28T w/ chainguard and Shimano Tourney rear derailleur. In short: the bikes have a good range of gears for the elevation on the trip. Ebike brand is ATALA. Male and female frames. Gravel and road bikes are available for hire but note that they do not come with panniers. They will have a saddle bag instead.

On the "Cycling the Heel of Italy" self-guided trip, is renting e-bikes an option?

I am pleased to confirm it is possible to hire e-bikes on this trip. The E-Bikes are heavier in comparison to the standard bike hire, so do take when when riding, mounting and de-mounting the e-bikes.

Is this tour guided. I would prefer guided Plus do you have Ebikes

this is a self guided trip run and operated by Headwater who are the sister brand to Exodus Travels. If you require a guided trip they specialise in the area. We can offer Ebikes on most trips if you are interested in a self guided trip do let me know

How do you get from Lecce to Florence as the map of the trip shows leaving Lecce and going to Florence

From Leece, you can make your own travel arrangements then onto Florence. To Florence I would recommend exploring either train or an internal flight.

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Day 1
Alberobello
Landmarks
Alberobello
Day 2
Alberobello to Ostuni
Meals
Breakfast (Continental-style buffet)
Included Activities
- Cycling through Valle d'Itria
- Visit Locorotondo and sample local sparkling white wine
Landmarks
Valle d'Itria
Locorotondo
Ostuni
Day 3
Ostuni to Avetrana
Meals
Breakfast (Continental-style buffet), Dinner (Evening meal at Masseria Bosco)
Included Activities
- Cycling through Salentinian countryside
- Visit medieval towns of Oria and Manduria
Landmarks
Oria
Manduria
Day 4
Avetrana to Gallipoli
Meals
Breakfast (Continental-style buffet)
Included Activities
- Cycling to Torre Colimena
- Coastal cycling route along beaches and historic towers
- Explore Gallipoli Old Town
Landmarks
Torre Colimena
Gallipoli
Gallipoli Old Town
Day 5
Gallipoli to Santa Maria di Leuca
Meals
Breakfast (Continental-style buffet)
Included Activities
- Cycling to Santa Maria di Leuca
- Visit the lighthouse at Italy's southernmost point
Landmarks
Santa Maria di Leuca
Santa Maria di Leuca Lighthouse
Day 6
Santa Maria di Leuca to Otranto
Meals
Breakfast (Continental-style buffet)
Included Activities
- Cycling along Adriatic coast
- Visit Grotta Zinzulusa
- Stop at thermal baths of Santa Cesarea Terme
- Explore Otranto cathedral and Aragonese castle
Landmarks
Grotta Zinzulusa
Santa Cesarea Terme
Otranto
Otranto Cathedral
Aragonese Castle
Day 7
Otranto to Lecce
Meals
Breakfast (Continental-style buffet)
Included Activities
- Cycling along shoreline through olive groves
- Explore Lecce churches, amphitheatre, and Roman theatre
Landmarks
Lecce
Lecce Roman Amphitheatre
Lecce Roman Theatre
Day 8
Lecce
Meals
Breakfast (Continental-style buffet)

Landmarks
Alberobello

Landmarks
Valle d'Itria
Locorotondo
Ostuni

Landmarks
Oria
Manduria

Landmarks
Torre Colimena
Gallipoli
Gallipoli Old Town

Landmarks
Santa Maria di Leuca
Santa Maria di Leuca Lighthouse

Landmarks
Grotta Zinzulusa
Santa Cesarea Terme
Otranto
Otranto Cathedral
Aragonese Castle

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Lecce
Lecce Roman Amphitheatre
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ANNAEL
June 7th, 2026
An absolutely amazing experience! The tour was incredibly well-organized from start to finish. We stayed at a...
An absolutely amazing experience! The tour was incredibly well-organized from start to finish. We stayed at a beautiful chalet with breathtaking, insane views of Mont Blanc. Our guide, Adrian, was fantastic. He was always there to help with any question or situation, and his explanations of the routes we hiked were super clear and helpful. He was always available, incredibly patient, and brought such a fun energy to the group with his great sense of humor. Also thanks to Julieta and Odran, the two chalet hosts. They took amazing care of us, cooked delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and were incredibly nice and welcoming throughout the whole trip. It was an amazing adventure.Show more
Nicholas
June 6th, 2026
Exactly what i wanted!!! Hiking and trekking in the mornings , cocktails and shopping seaside in the afternoon. It...
Exactly what i wanted!!! Hiking and trekking in the mornings , cocktails and shopping seaside in the afternoon. It was also a intimate introduction to Vesuvius and Pompeii. Being on the volcano was amazing. The tour guides are extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Also , i feel that i couldn’t ask for a better than our Main Guide , Roberta. She was absolutely wonderful. The staff and services at the Hotel was First Rate in every way. Youll hike and see beautiful Villas and wonderful views, however, i really feel the Hotel service and hospitality and our Guides made this trip really special. As a World Traveler , i will say that it is Top Notch.Show more
Ross
June 4th, 2026
Excellent first time tour with top guide and wonderful selection of activities.

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Martha
Asked on February 16th, 2026
Is this tour available to 2 people? Is it on road bikes? How many kilometers / and what is the daily elevation please?
Group size
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- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written February 2026
  This tour is a self-guided cycle holiday, so it is absolutely suitable for 2 people as long as the hotels are available. The bikes on this trip are hybrid bikes, rather than road bikes, as the terrain can be a little more gravelly in places. We rate this a moderate level trip, so it isn't the most active - appealing to the active rider that is looking for a relaxed trip. The kilometres are as follows: Day 2: 49km (roughly -200m elevation), Day 3: 65km (roughly -150m elevation), Day 4: 61km (around +/- 40m elevation), Day 5: 52km (very flat, small 20m hills throughout), Day 6: 53km (few 100m inclines), Day 7: 55km (+20m elevation). It's mostly a downhill trip with very minimal inclines.
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  Martha
  Traveler•Written February 2026
  We would be interested in doing the tour either September 2026 or May 2027. Are you able to arrange a quote, including bike hire for 2 people?
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  Martha
  Traveler•Written February 2026
  I think we would most likely wish to do the tour next May. Starting Saturday the 15 th.
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Robert
Asked on December 18th, 2025
do you have ebikes for this self guided tour
Transport
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written December 2025
  E-Bikes are possible. They are an additional £254.00 per e-bike.
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Neil
Asked on November 23rd, 2025
what types of bike do you use?
Transport
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written November 2025
  On this particular holiday we use the following: Bike information Hybrid bike brand is Specialized Frame with single chainring 44T derailleur with XT 12 speed gearbox (Male default bike) or Cube with single chainring 44T derailleur with XT 12 speed gearbox (Male but only if the Specialised is not available) and Fuji traverse (Female) with Shimano Tourney, 48/38/28T w/ chainguard and Shimano Tourney rear derailleur. In short: the bikes have a good range of gears for the elevation on the trip. Ebike brand is ATALA. Male and female frames. Gravel and road bikes are available for hire but note that they do not come with panniers. They will have a saddle bag instead.
E
Eileen
Asked on May 17th, 2025
On the "Cycling the Heel of Italy" self-guided trip, is renting e-bikes an option?
Tour Details
Transport
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written May 2025
  I am pleased to confirm it is possible to hire e-bikes on this trip. The E-Bikes are heavier in comparison to the standard bike hire, so do take when when riding, mounting and de-mounting the e-bikes.
G
George
Asked on January 19th, 2025
Is this tour guided. I would prefer guided Plus do you have Ebikes
Tour Details
Transport
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written January 2025
  this is a self guided trip run and operated by Headwater who are the sister brand to Exodus Travels. If you require a guided trip they specialise in the area. We can offer Ebikes on most trips if you are interested in a self guided trip do let me know
L
Lauren
Asked on June 9th, 2024
How do you get from Lecce to Florence as the map of the trip shows leaving Lecce and going to Florence
Transport
- Exodus Adventure TravelsOperator•Written June 2024
  From Leece, you can make your own travel arrangements then onto Florence. To Florence I would recommend exploring either train or an internal flight.

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Cycling the Heel of Italy - Alberobello to Lecce

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Alberobello

Alberobello to Ostuni

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Ostuni to Avetrana

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Avetrana to Gallipoli

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Gallipoli to Santa Maria di Leuca

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Santa Maria di Leuca to Otranto

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Otranto to Lecce

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Lecce

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