Perfect Puglia - 8 days
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Tour Overview
Take in the highlights of picturesque Puglia on this 8-day journey through southern Italy. Begin with a guided walking tour of Bari and marvel at the UNESCO-listed Castel del Monte. Wander through the charming port town of Trani, known as the 'Pearl of Puglia', and explore the fascinating cave dwellings of Matera. Admire the iconic conical Trulli houses in Alberobello and enjoy time at leisure in the whitewashed hill towns of Locorotondo and Ostuni. Explore Lecce, often called the 'Florence of the South', and visit the elegant village of Martina Franca. On your return to Bari, stop at the coastal citadel of Monopoli to round off this unforgettable Italian adventure.
Start
Bari
End
Bari
Destination
Bari
Days
8
Pace
Medium
Range
Handpicked
Max Group Size
Min 0 - Max 25
Min Age
0
Trip Code: PEPUG
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Bari - Enjoy a guided tour of the Puglia region's capital city, taking in the Basilica of San Nicola and the central square, Piazza Mercantile
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Trani - Admire the whitewashed 12th-century cathedral and delve into the vibrant Jewish quarter in the city known as the 'Pearl of Puglia'
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Castel del Monte - See this ancient UNESCO-listed fortress, which is octagonal in shape and shrouded in mystery
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Alberobello - Spend two nights in this UNESCO-listed picturesque town, famous for its conical-shaped trulli houses, made from local Italian limestone
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Locorotondo and Otranto - Discover these historic Borghi towns and see the iconic Otranto cathedral
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Matera - Explore the historic centre of the city, UNESCO-listed Sassi di Matera, which is known for its cave dwellings carved into a river canyon
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Ostuni - Stroll around this pretty whitewashed town independently, see some of the 3,500-year-old olive trees and taste the local olive oil
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Lecce - Explore the 'Florence of the South' on a guided tour and see the Baroque architecture of the Old Town and Piazza del Duomo main square
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Maglie - Tuck into authentic local cuisine at a rural farm
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Martina Franca - Stop to visit this elegant Baroque village and enjoy lunch and olive oil tasting at a masseria in the picturesque Valle d’Itria
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Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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