Carried by the wind: Salento by sailboat

First day

Welcome to Salento
We will meet in the morning at the port of Gallipoli: we'll get to know each other, then set sail. Our route takes us to the iconic Isolotto di Sant'Andrea, with its solitary lighthouse, or towards the wild nature of Punta Pizzo. The first dip in the sea marks the start of the holiday. At sunset, we sail past Santa Maria di Leuca, where the Adriatic and Ionian seas meet: golden light, white cliffs, the silhouette of the lighthouse slowly lighting up. Aperitif on board, light breeze, and laughter. Night in port, with free time to explore the city.

Second day

From Leuca to Castro Marina
We leave behind Santa Maria di Leuca and begin sailing along one of most spectacular coasts of Salento. The sea guides us between white cliffs, sea caves, and secret coves: we stop for long swims, snorkeling in turquoise waters, and moments of pure silence, lulled by the wind. We pass by the most iconic caves, where the light enters obliquely and the sea seems to shine from within. We arrive in the afternoon at Castro Marina. We spend the night at anchor: dinner on board, stars above us and the sound of the sea as our only soundtrack.

Third day

From Castro Marina to Otranto
We set sail calmly from Castro Marina, following a coastline that surprises at every mile. We sail under high cliffs, skirting legendary caves such as the Zinzulusa Cave , and enjoy leisurely stops to dive from the boat, swim to emerald coves, and dry off in the sun. Those who wish can explore the water with a mask and snorkel, while others can stay on deck and watch the landscape go by. In the late afternoon, we enter Otranto offers one of the most beautiful views of the trip. Stop at the port and enjoy a free evening among the alleys, lights, and scent of the sea.

Fourth day

From Otranto to Tricase Porto
We leave Otranto with our bow pointing south, along a bright and wild coastline. We sail between white cliffs, transparent water, and bays that are perfect for slowing down: diving from the boat, slow swims, moments of relaxation on deck while the Salento flows to the rhythm of the wind. We sail along iconic stretches and open views of the Adriatic, until we reach Tricase Porto. Here we choose whether to stop in the harbor or remain at anchor for an intimate evening under the stars, lulled by the sea.

Fifth day

From Tricase to Torre Vado
We start again from Tricase Porto , following a coastline where nature and history meet. From the sea, we admire ancient watchtowers, signs of a past made up of routes and defenses, and cliffs sculpted by the wind. We sail in front of the picturesque Ciolo Channel, a deep crack in the rock that opens onto emerald waters, perfect for swimming and snorkeling. Stops alternate between sea caves, diving, and moments of absolute tranquility. In the afternoon, we arrive at Torre Vado, where we stop in the harbor: dinner on board, the sky lit up with stars and the sea still all around us.

Sixth day

From Torre Vado to Gallipoli
We leave Torre Vado and follow the Ionian coast, which is gentler and brighter. From the sea, you can see ancient coastal towers and long stretches of sand interrupted by low rocks, ideal for stopping to bathe and swim in warm, transparent waters. We stop among sheltered bays and small sea caves, where the sea changes color and invites you to slow down. In the late afternoon, we enter the port of Gallipoli marks our return to civilization. The evening is to be enjoyed in the historic center: a stroll through white alleys, music filling the squares, seaside bars, the scent of Salento cuisine, and that summer atmosphere that makes Gallipoli unforgettable.

Seventh day

Disembarkation
Breakfast on board in the port of Gallipoli and last glances at the sea. It's time to say goodbye, looking back on a sailing holiday in Salento between the Adriatic and Ionian seas: from Santa Maria di Leuca to Castro Marina, from the cliffs of Otranto to the caves and canyons of the Canale del Ciol, to the Ionian bays of Torre Vado. A journey of crystal clear sea, wind, authentic landing places, and freedom. Disembarkation scheduled for 10 a.m.