Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an enchanting 8-day journey through Italy's picturesque countryside, exploring charming towns, ancient settlements, and stunning coastlines. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of cultural immersion, culinary delights, and leisurely cycling. From the quaint town of Altamura, renowned for its bread and Gothic Cathedral, to the prehistoric 'sassi' dwellings of Matera, and the iconic 'trulli' huts of Alberobello, every day brings a new discovery. Indulge in local delicacies, learn about traditional bread and cheese making, and sample the region's finest wines. The tour concludes in the bustling fishing town of Monopoli, leaving you with a treasure trove of unforgettable memories.
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A key facet of our responsible approach to tourism is that we encourage our groups to eat in local restaurants that prepare locally grown food. We give customers choice as to their meals and do not use rather bland and impersonal hotel restaurants or all- inclusive options
7 Breakfasts
1 Lunches
Bus, Bicycle
7 nights standard hotel
hotel: 7 night(s);
Tour Leaders are quite simply the glue that holds our tours together. They are chosen for their travel experience and people skills and are thoroughly trained by Explore, widely acknowledged as some of the best training in the industry. A Tour Leader's ultimate aim is to ensure everyone is well looked after and have a fantastic trip. They are there to ensure that the tour logistics run smoothly, that health and safety is adhered to and provide comprehensive briefings at the beginning and throughout the tour.
All accommodation, activities and meals that are shown in the itinerary are included in the total cost of your trip You will also receive a complimentary transfer to and from the airport if you arrive on day 1 of the trip and depart on the last day and have provided your international flight information.
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Attractions
Lama Monachile
Castellaneta Cathedral
Conversano Castle
Torre IncinaDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Altamura
- Bari
- Altamura - Arrival day
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- Castellaneta Cathedral
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Begin your journey in the charming town of Altamura, famous for its cartwheel-sized bread and Gothic Cathedral. Meet your tour leader at the hotel reception at 6pm for a welcome meeting. If you arrive early, take the opportunity to explore the old town and sample the local PDO-protected bread.
Day 2 – Day 2: Altamura to Matera
- Altamura
- Matera
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Start the day with a visit to a local bakery in Altamura to learn about the art of bread making. Then, cycle through the open countryside to Matera, a prehistoric settlement known for its 'sassi' or stone dwellings. Explore the maze of narrow allies and stone stairs, feeling as if you've stepped back in time.
Day 3 – Day 3: Exploring Matera
- Matera
- Alberobello
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Spend the day at leisure in Matera, once considered an area of poverty, now a fascinating tourist destination. Join an optional guided bike ride to the Torre Spagnole Belvedere or the San Giuliano Lake. Or simply relax and soak up the magical atmosphere of this ancient town.
Day 4 – Day 4: Matera to Alberobello
- Murgecchia
- Alberobello
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Start the day with a tour of the Sassi in Matera, followed by a visit to the Putignano Agriturismo. Learn about cheese making and enjoy a light lunch. In the afternoon, cycle to Alberobello, a town famous for its 'trulli' - dry stone huts with cone-shaped roofs. Spend the night in a hotel on the edge of town.
Day 5 – Day 5: Exploring the Countryside
- Alberobello
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- La Rotonda
- Calaponte Marina
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Cycle through rolling hills and olive groves to the town of Cisternino. Visit the historic centre and an olive mill for a tasting. Continue to Locorotondo, known for its round shape and beautiful churches. After exploring the town, cycle back to Alberobello, stopping for a wine tasting at a local farmhouse.
Day 6 – Day 6: Alberobello to Monopoli
- Conversano
- Alberobello
- Monopoli
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- Lama Monachile
- Conversano Castle
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Ride from Alberobello to the Adriatic coast, passing through beautiful landscapes dotted with olive trees and trulli. Cycle along the panoramic coastal road to the town of Conversano, then continue to Monopoli, a bustling fishing town with white-washed houses and narrow alleyways.
Day 7 – Day 7: Exploring the Adriatic Coastline
- Conversano
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- Torre Incina
- Aquapark Egnazia
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Cycle along the rugged Adriatic coastline from Monopoli to Savelletri, enjoying magnificent views. Visit the archaeological site of Egnazia and its museum, or choose to spend some time at the beach. Continue to the lighthouse at Torre Canne before returning to Monopoli for a final night celebration.
Day 8 – Day 8: Departure from Monopoli
- Bari
- Conversano - Departure day
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Your journey concludes in Monopoli after breakfast. There are no activities planned for the day, so you are free to depart at any time. If your flight is later in the day, luggage storage facilities are available at our hotel.
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