An intense, golden earth like oil and light.
8 days to discover a fascinating land of a thousand colors and beauty, visiting must-see places such as Vieste, Bari, Ostuni, Lecce, Salento and the Itria Valley.
Bright splendor. “Apulia petrosa” was called Apulia in ancient times, hostile stone transformed over the centuries into trulli and dry stone walls, but also in the reassuring bulk of the masserie and the Baroque friezes of churches and palaces. An ancient, multifaceted land, divided between countryside and sea, but with a common thread that distinguishes and warms it: its light. Almost magical light that gives life to the precious architectural facades, plays among the dry stone walls, creeps dazzlingly into the alleys of the historic centers, stretches among prickly pears and centuries-old olive trees and lights up the blue of the sea with reflections.
Beaches, castles and forests. In one week we will try to discover this sun-kissed land, its generous nature, its sparkling coastline, discovering caves, castles, cathedrals and ancient farms. We will explore the Gargano, Puglia’s only promontory, which offers breathtaking views, enchanting beaches and bays, nature and original villages. From Vieste we will explore the Umbra Forest, a Unesco heritage site, and then descend through Trani and Castel del Monte to Bari, the elegant capital rich in history.
Promo and offers
Full Risk Insurance
Allows you to be reimbursed in case of any* unforeseen event before departure. *Of those listed in the policy contract.
Your holiday includes
TRANSPORTS
- Assistant for departures from Milan Malpensa and Rome Fiumicino airports (flight formula only)
- Return domestic flight with baggage allowance included.
- Airport taxes (only for flight formula)
TRANSFERS
- Airport/hotel transfers and vice versa (flight formula only)
- Grand Tour bus trip with pre-assigned seats
ACCOMODATION & MEALS
- 7 overnight stays and breakfasts
- 5 dinners (water included) and 1 lunch (water included)
Tour manager
- Accompanying person for the duration of the trip
- Guided tour of Trani, Castel del Monte, Bari, Ostuni, Lecce, Galatina and Alberobello
- Tasting of traditional pastries in Erice
Date and rates
Itinerary
The region of the sun
Puglia is a land where the nature of the Gargano marries the Baroque art of Lecce and the mysterious symbolism of Castel del Monte. Not forgetting the trulli and the Salento coastline. A journey of leisure and culture in the heart of an amazing region.
Departure - Manfredonia
TOUR BY PULLMAN: We leave in the morning from the chosen location in the direction of Puglia. Along the way there are stops for refreshments and free lunch. We reach Manfredonia in the late afternoon and have dinner at the hotel.
TOUR BY AIRPLANE: We land in Bari and upon arrival are driven to Manfredonia, about 2 hours away from the airport. Dinner is provided at the hotel.
Gargano
We set off today to discover the Gargano, the only promontory in Puglia, which offers breathtaking views, enchanting beaches and bays, pure nature, forests, pine forests and original villages. The first stop is Vieste, a beautiful medieval village dominated by a castle dating back to the 13th century, from which you can enjoy fabulous views. Here we have some time available for a swim in the sea and free lunch. We then continue on to the Umbra Forest, which in 2017 was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its ancient beech forests, and arrive at the Falascone Lake viewpoint for a photo stop. We return to the hotel for dinner.
Trani - Castel del Monte - Bari
In the morning we reach Trani, a city with a rich artistic heritage, for a panoramic tour of the medieval Cathedral with the guide. We then continue with a guided tour of the mysterious Castel del Monte. After lunch, we reach Bari where the guide takes us on a discovery of this Byzantine city with its historic center and the Basilica of St. Nicholas. In the evening, dinner is free; for those who wish, it is possible to participate in an optional seafood dinner with a tour of the city by night.
Castellana Grotte - Ostuni - Lecce
In the morning we leave for Castellana Grotte, where an optional tour of its speleological complex is available. We then move on to Ostuni, where we have some free time for lunch. In the afternoon we visit Puglia’s “white city” with our guide, strolling through the narrow streets of its historic center. We arrive in the evening in Lecce, where we have dinner.
Lecce - Otranto
Lecce – Otranto
La mattina visitiamo con la guida i maggiori punti di interesse nel centro storico barocco di Lecce. Dopo il pranzo libero raggiungiamo Otranto, borgo bizantino sviluppatosi attorno al castello e alla cattedrale, che visitiamo con l’accompagnatore. Rientriamo a Lecce, dove la cena è libera. In serata è possibile partecipare a una cena facoltativa al ristorante con spettacolo di pizzica salentina.
Salento
In the morning we leave for Galatina and visit with the guide the historic center with the Basilica of Santa Caterina d’Alessandria, one of the most important Gothic and Romanesque monuments in Puglia. We then move on to Gallipoli where we have some free time for lunch and a swim in the sea. We reach our hotel in Conversano (or around Bari) and dinner is included.
Valle d'Itria
This day is dedicated to discovering one of the most characteristic areas of Puglia: the Itria Valley. We start with Alberobello, “the capital” of trulli, where we visit with the guide the center and the Sovereign Trullo. Lunch is free, or alternatively we can participate in an optional typical lunch. In the afternoon we move to Locorotondo, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. We stroll with our guide through the whitewashed alleys of its historic center, which amazes with an explosion of colors created by the typical flowered balconies. We return to the hotel for dinner.
Conversano - Return
TOUR BY PULLMAN: In the morning we start our return journey. Along the way there are some stops for refreshments and free lunch. Arrival is expected in the evening.
TOUR BY AIRPLANE: we will say goodbye to the tour leader and the rest of the group. Depending on the departure time of the flight, we have some time for relaxation or sightseeing on our own before being escorted to the airport for the return journey. The assistant is available to arrange transfer to Bari airport in time for flight departure.
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