Secrets of Puglia
Welcome to wonderful Puglia: the ‘heel’ of Italy’s boot. Filled with gallant tales and striking vistas, every step of this 9-day journey will take you somewhere new and refreshing. Bask in the middle of sun-drenched piazzas, slumber inside caves and stop time with a sample or two of locally made dishes such as burrata, orecchiette and panzerotti.
Whether you’re intrigued by its history or its cuisine, know that this calm adventure will ignite your soul in a new and profound way.
Multiple departure dates available from March to November 2027
prices below are for 18 March 2027:
- Twin share from $5,709 per person*
- Sole use from $7,139 per person*
* Please note: prices are subject to availability at the time of booking and may change or be withdrawn at any time without notice.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Naples (Italy)
Arrive in Naples and meet the group over a welcome dinner.
Day 2 – Naples – Bari – Polignano a Mare Region
Drive to Bari with burrata and mozzarella tasting en route, walking tour of Bari with local guide, then continue to Polignano a Mare region.
Day 3 – Polignano a Mare Region
Free day to explore Polignano a Mare with shuttle services provided morning and afternoon.
Day 4 – Polignano a Mare Region – Castellana Caves and Alberobello – Lecce
Visit UNESCO World Heritage site Alberobello with local guide, explore Castellana Caves, then travel to Lecce.
Day 5 – Lecce
Morning walking tour of Lecce with tour leader visiting Lecce Cathedral and Basilica di Santa Croce, afternoon at leisure.
Day 6 – Lecce – Manduria – Itria Valley
Visit Manduria for Primitivo wine tasting with light lunch, then continue to Itria Valley.
Day 7 – Itria Valley – Ostuni – Itria Valley
Pasta-making class in a traditional farmhouse in Ostuni with lunch, free time to explore the White Town, return to Itria Valley.
Day 8 – Itria Valley – Matera
Travel to Matera for walking tour with local guide including Casa Grotta and Chiesa Rupestre, visit Palombaro Grande cistern, farewell dinner.
Day 9 – Matera – Altamura – Naples
Bread tasting in Altamura with bakery visit, then return to Naples where the tour ends.
* Please note that tour itineraries are subject to change at any time by the tour company and are not guaranteed
Highlights
- Maximum 18 guests with dedicated tour leader and driver throughout
- Hands-on pasta-making class in a traditional farmhouse in Ostuni
- Stay in a 16th-century palace in Lecce and sleep in cave accommodation in Matera
Welcome to wonderful Puglia: the ‘heel’ of Italy’s boot. Filled with gallant tales and striking vistas, every step of this 9-day journey will take you somewhere new and refreshing. Bask in the middle of sun-drenched piazzas, slumber inside caves and stop time with a sample or two of locally made dishes such as burrata, orecchiette and panzerotti.
Whether you’re intrigued by its history or its cuisine, know that this calm adventure will ignite your soul in a new and profound way.
Inclusions
- 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
- Burrata and mozzarella cheese tasting
- Walking tours of Bari, Alberobello, Lecce and Matera with local guides
- Entrance to Castellana Caves and Palombaro Grande Matera
- Wine tasting in Manduria with light lunch
- Pasta-making class in Ostuni with lunch
- Bread tasting in Altamura with bakery visit
- 8 nights in thoughtfully selected accommodation
- Luxury minicoach transport with driver
- Tour leader throughout
Exclusions
- Air fares
- Travel insurance
FAQs
Accommodation includes a family-owned hotel in the Polignano a Mare region, a 16th-century palace in Lecce (Palazzo Rollo), a history-laden hotel in the heart of Itria Valley’s Old Town, and unique cave accommodation in Matera where each room is different.
What’s the weather like?
The weather in southern Italy varies depending on the time of year. Generally, summers are hot and dry, and from mid-June to the end of August temperatures can reach 40°C (104°F), so sun hats and sunscreen are essential!
Which type of hotels do we stay in?
Our thoughtfully selected accommodation is full of charm and historic details – expect elegant country inns, grand town centre hotels and even the odd castle! For this reason, rooms vary in size, and most hotels don’t have lifts – meaning you’ll likely need to access your room via stairs. Porterage will be included wherever possible.
Although air conditioning is mostly unavailable in historic buildings, fans will be provided during hot spells. Most hotels have bathtubs with overhead showers (rather than walk-in showers), so you’ll be able to enjoy a soak at the end of the day.
How long are the travel days? Which is the longest?
Our longest travel day includes approximately four hours of driving – however this may alter due to circumstances on the road. On average, driving time amounts to two hours.
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