Hi all. I have checked the "Master" list for a guide in Lecce but did not find one. Would anyone have any recommendations? If not Lecce, then perhaps Otranto and/or Gallipoli? TIA.

No idea what the Master's list is but I recommend Ilania at https://www.yltourdmc.com/ she knows everyone and has been in the business at least 15 years, has a contact list as long as your arm and while she claims luxury, her prices are more middling, because of this you may need to chase her to get a response.

In June we used Sara Bianchi for a tour of Lecce. She was really good, informative, engaging personality, speaks English. I think she gives tours of some other places as well. I can't seem to find the email I had for her but she is on Trip Advisor if you search "Strolling through Lecce" or just Sara Bianchi tour guide. She also has an Instagram account which is sb_sarabianchi and you can DM her there.