Private 6 days tour Unesco Wonders of Puglia and Matera

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Summary

Starts
Bari
Duration
6 days
Languages
English, Italian, and Spanish
Difficulty
Easy

Description

Embark on an unforgettable six-day journey through the heart of Italy's Puglia region. This multi-day tour is designed to immerse you in the rich history, culture, and culinary delights of this stunning area. From the bustling city of Bari to the mysterious Castel del Monte, the ancient city of Matera, the unique trulli of Alberobello, the white city of Ostuni, and the baroque beauty of Lecce, you'll experience the very best of Puglia. With expert local guides, comfortable accommodation, and delicious local cuisine, this tour promises to be a feast for all the senses.

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Included

1 overnight stay in Bari (hotel type Hotel Boston)

2 nights in Matera (hotel type Hotel Belvedere)

2 nights Lecce (hotel type Hotel President)

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Street food in Bari

Pasticciotto tasting in Lecce

Moscato di Trani wine tasting

vegetarian, meat

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Destinations

Photo of Scenic sight in Polignano a Mare, Bari Province, Apulia (Puglia), southern Italy.Bari
Lecce - city in ItalyLecce
Andria
Alberobello
Photo of aerial view of of the city of Trani, Puglia, Italy.Trani
Ostuni
Murgecchia
Photo of panoramic view of the ancient town of Matera (Sassi di Matera), European Capital of Culture 2019, in beautiful golden morning light with blue sky and clouds, Basilicata, southern Italy.Matera

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Attractions

Castel del Monte, famous medieval fortress in Apulia, southern Italy.Castel del Monte
photo of View of the famous basilica cattedrala di san nicola pellegrino in the italian city Trani.Basilica San Nicola
Conversano Castle in Italy.Conversano Castle
Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption, Ruvo di Puglia, Bari, Apulia, ItalyCathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption
Church of Saint Conrad, Molfetta, Bari, Apulia, ItalyChurch of Saint Conrad

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Bari

  • Bari - Arrival day
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  • Basilica San Nicola
  • Conversano Castle
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Your Italian adventure begins in the vibrant city of Bari. After checking into your hotel in the city center, join our local guide for an afternoon tour of the old city. Explore the exteriors of the Swabian castle and stroll through the 'orecchiette' street to the Cathedral of San Sabino and the Basilica of San Nicola. Savor the flavors of Bari street food, including focaccia, sgagliozze, and panzerotto.

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Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Trani and Castel del Monte

  • Andria
  • Bari
  • Murgecchia
  • Trani
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  • Castel del Monte
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After breakfast, we depart for Trani, a charming seaside city. Here, you'll marvel at the stunning cathedral on the sea, the port, and the ancient Jewish quarter. In the afternoon, we visit the enigmatic Castel del Monte, a UNESCO site since 1996. Our local guide will lead you through a historical journey of this fascinating castle. We then transfer to Matera for the night.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Exploring Matera

  • Matera
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Start your day with a guided tour of the ancient city of Matera, known for its Sassi, or ancient cave dwellings. Starting from Piazza Vittorio Veneto, you'll enjoy a panoramic view of the Civita and the Sasso Barisano. Visit the rock churches Madonna dell'Idris and San Giovanni Monterrone and a typical cave house. The afternoon is yours to explore at your leisure.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Alberobello and Ostuni

  • Alberobello
  • Ostuni
  • Murgecchia
  • Lecce
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After breakfast, we transfer to Alberobello, a UNESCO site known for its unique trulli, or cone-roofed houses. Our local guide will show you the two districts Aia Piccola and Rione Monti. In the afternoon, we visit Ostuni, also known as 'the white city'. You'll be guided through the most important squares and alleys of the center, up to the cathedral. At the end of the day, we travel back to Lecce for check-in.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Discovering Lecce

  • Lecce
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  • Basilica di Santa Croce
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Start your day with a guided tour of Lecce, known for its rich baroque architecture. The tour begins at Piazza Sant'Oronzo and winds its way through the ancient village, admiring the Cathedral, the Basilica of Santa Croce, and the Church of Sant'Irene. Finally, indulge in a tasting of the typical sweet from Lecce: the pasticciotto.

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Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Departure

  • Lecce - Departure day
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After breakfast, your unforgettable journey through the heart of Puglia comes to an end. We hope you've enjoyed this multi-day tour and look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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