DISCOVERY OF PUGLIA Small Group Tour: 8 Days / 7 Nights

DISCOVERY OF PUGLIA Small Group Tour: 8 Days / 7 Nights

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Operated By GoinItaly

For those who want to travel through history, GoinItaly's eight-day Discovery of Puglia small group tour offers a wide range of places that testify to the ancient origins of this land: from prehistory to Magna Graecia, from the Imperial Age to the Renaissance, and the Baroque splendor of Lecce.

Puglia is full of surprises and delights: fabulous food, historic towns, beautiful beaches, and gracious residents.

Highlights:

Visit three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Alberobello, Castel del Monte,
and Matera.
Savor the flavors of Puglian cuisine and wine.
Admire the beautiful Baroque architecture of Lecce.
Spend two nights in a traditional “trullo” in Alberobello.
Tour Otranto, the “heel” of Italy, and visit a cathedral renowned for its
collection of mosaic scenes.

Activity location

Matera
- Matera, Italy, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

Corso Cavour, 32
- 32 Corso Cavour
- 70121, Bari, Puglia, Italy

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Discovery of Puglia Small Group Tour | 8 Days / 7 Nights

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Hotels & Trullo: Five nights accommodation in centrally-located 4-star & 5-star hotels. Two nights accommodation in a “Trullo”.
Guided Tours & Tastings: Local Guides in Alberobello, Lecce, Otranto, Galatina, and Castel del Monte. Wine, cheese, and olive oil tastings.
Duration: 8 days: Eight Days / Seven Nights
Some meals are included.: 7 Breakfasts / 5 Lunches / 2 Dinners
Private Car or Luxury Minibus
Experienced Tour Leader: Experienced English-speaking tour leader and driver.

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time: 8:30

Price details

P 269,824.43 x 1 AdultP 269,824.43

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What's included, what's not

Private transportation
FIVE NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION IN 4-STAR & 5-STAR HOTELS & TWO NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION IN A TRULLO
Entrance Fees to Included Attractions
Wine, Cheese, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil tastings
Local Guides in Alberobello, Lecce, Otranto, Galatina, and Castel del Monte
Experienced GoinItaly Driver/Tour Leader
Alcoholic drinks are not included when not stated.
Gratuities

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Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for vegans.
GoinItaly will not be held responsible for any guests not informing us of food allergies or dietary restrictions.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Bari - Matera - Alberobello

1 stop
Meals: lunch
Accommodation: Overnight in a "trullo", a conical, stone-roofed limestone building unique to Alberobello.

Matera

Benvenuto! Welcome to Apulia! We depart Bari to begin our full-day journey and visit a vineyard in Basilicata wine country. The vineyard’s stunning Crypt of the Original Sin has frescoes dating back to the ninth century and we will have a short guided tour of the crypt. Afterwards, we enjoy lunch with locally-sourced food paired with wine produced at the vineyard. Following lunch, we arrive in the heart of the incredible UNESCO World Heritage site of Matera and start our walking tour. We will explore the narrow streets that wind their way through the Sassi to discover the ancient homes and churches carved from tufa rock. After our tour, we have a one-hour drive to Alberobello where you will spend the next two nights sleeping in a traditional “trullo”. The Trulli of Alberobello, thanks to their unique characteristics and historical signiﬁcance, are one of Puglia’s two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Enjoy a free evening to relax or explore Alberobello at night. Your GoinItaly tour leader will recommend restaurants to savor more regional specialties and wine. Included Meals: Lunch with Wine

Day 2: Walking Tour of Alberobello - Cooking Class

1 stop
Meals: breakfast, snacks
Accommodation: Overnight in a "trullo", a conical, stone-roofed limestone building unique to Alberobello.

Alberobello

After breakfast, we meet our expert local guide to start our in-depth walking tour of Alberobello followed by some free time to explore, shop, and enjoy lunch.

Day 3: Martina Franca - Lecce

2 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Five-star hotel located in the heart of Lecce's historical center.

Martina Franca

Depart Alberobello for a short drive to a Masseria (dairy farm) in Martina Franca, for a cheese-class hands on, to discvoer the secret to make mozzarella & burrata. Included lunch, with wine.

Lecce

After lunch, we transfer to Lecce, the artistic and cultural capital of Puglia. Upon arrival in Lecce, we settle into our centrally located hotel before meeting our expert local guide for a walking tour to discover the architecture, culture, and history of Lecce. Lecce will be our base for the next three nights.

Day 4: Otranto - Lecce

1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Five-star hotel located in the heart of Lecce's historical center.

Otranto

Today we drive to Otranto, the heel of the Italian boot, and visit a cathedral famous for its magnificent Tree of Life mosaics. Enjoy a stroll around Otranto with some free time to explore or shop for local handicrafts. We then drive to a restaurant renowned for serving fresh seasonal local produce to complement wines from their own vineyard. Return to Lecce and free time to further explore the historical center of Lecce on your own. Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch with Wine

Day 5: Galatina - Gallipoli - Lecce

2 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Five-star hotel located in the heart of Lecce's historical center.

Galatina

In the morning we drive to one of Puglia’s hidden gems in Galatina: the extraordinary 14th-century Church of Saint Catherine of Alexandria.

Gallipoli

We drive for 30 minutes and arrive in Gallipoli, “beautiful town” in Greek, where we visit a stunning cathedral and the Frantoio Ipogeo – an ancient underground olive mill carved from stone. Enjoy an included lunch in Gallipoli’s historical center at an osteria that specializes in seafood. Return to Lecce and enjoy a free evening to dine and drink at your own pace. Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 6: Ostuni - Polignano a Mare - Bari

2 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Four-star hotel located within a short walking distance of Bari's Old Town.

Ostuni

We depart Lecce today and drive to Ostuni, “La Città Bianca,” one of the most beautiful hilltop towns in all of Italy. Stroll through a maze of narrow streets with a visit to a small museum exhibiting the 25,000-year-old fossilized remains of Delia, “La Donna di Ostuni.” We then arrive at a restaurant located in a 15th-century Aragonese donjon with panoramic views for a gourmet lunch. In the afternoon we visit a family-run olive oil business to learn more about olive oil production in the Puglia region. Here we have an opportunity to taste diﬀerent types of olive oil and purchase local products at their small shop.

Polignano a Mare

Afterward, we drive to Polignano a Mare and visit the charming historical center. We will try the famous coﬀee invented here, Caﬀè Speciale di Polignano a Mare, and view a statue of Domenico Modugno, the composer, and singer of Volare. Short drive to Bari and check in to our hotel. Free evening to further explore the nearby bars and eateries. Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 7: Castel del Monte - Trani

2 stops
Meals: breakfast, snacks
Accommodation: Four-star hotel located within a short walking distance of Bari's Old Town.

Castel del Monte

After breakfast we visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Castel del Monte for a guided tour of the Swabian Castle. Known for its octagonal shape, the Castel del Monte is a masterpiece of medieval architecture.

Trani

Short drive to Trani to check the Cathedral of Trani, built on the edge of the sea, and an option to have lunch at a restaurant. We then return to our hotel in Bari. Farewell group dinner at a restaurant where we will enjoy a delicious hearty meal and raise one last toast to our Puglian adventure. Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8: Bari

1 stop
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Not included

Bari

This morning take breakfast at your leisure. Your tour leader can assist you with additional tours, post-tour accommodation, and transfers. Included Meal: Breakfast

Location

Activity location

Matera
- Matera, Italy, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

Corso Cavour, 32
- 32 Corso Cavour
- 70121, Bari, Puglia, Italy

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