Puglia Private Experience (including Matera): Great landscapes and rural heritage
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a seven-day journey through Italy's hidden gems, from the heart of Rome to the enchanting city of Matera. This multi-day tour is a perfect blend of culture, history, gastronomy, and breathtaking landscapes. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage sites, immerse yourself in the local culture with cooking classes and wine tastings, and experience the unique charm of the Italian countryside. Stay in unique accommodations, including a traditional Trulli resort and a hotel carved into the rocks. This tour is designed to provide an authentic and immersive Italian experience, filled with unforgettable moments and captivating destinations.
Included
n. 2 overnights in a typical trullo hotel in Alberobello
n. 3 overnight in a lovely classic resort in front of the great coastline landscapes of Salento
n. 1 overnight in a hotel in the original “Sassi”, with rooms in restored dwellings obtained from original caves
English speaking escort guide/driver up to 8 people (driver and guide with more than 8)
Guided tour of Lecce
visit of the Museum “Spazio Strega" in Benevento
Olive Farm tour in Alberobello
Tour of Ostuni using the Ape Calessino
Cooking class in Lecce
Wine tasting in Salento
experience of sensory laboratory in Matera - perfumes
Destinations
Otranto
Lecce
MateraMap
Attractions
Conversano Castle
Palazzo Aragonese
Jewish Museum Lecce
Torre Sant'AndreaDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Rome - Benevento - Alberobello
- Benevento
- Alberobello - Arrival day
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- Palazzo Aragonese
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We start our journey from Rome, heading to Benevento where we'll visit the Spazio Strega Museum, a place where you can touch and feel the raw materials that make the famous 'Strega' liqueur. We then continue to Alberobello, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its unique Trulli constructions. After exploring the city, we'll check into a special resort (or similar) where you can experience living in a Trulli. Overnight stay in Alberobello.
Day 2 – Day 2: Alberobello - Olive Farm - Ostuni - Alberobello
- Ostuni
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After breakfast, we'll head to an Olive Farm where you'll learn about the process of making high-quality extra virgin olive oil, followed by a tasting session. After lunch, we'll visit Ostuni, known as 'the White city' due to its white-washed buildings. We'll explore the city's narrow streets in a fun and typical way, using the Ape Calessino. We return to Alberobello for an overnight stay.
Day 3 – Day 3: Alberobello - Cooking Class - Lecce
- Lecce
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- Conversano Castle
- Jewish Museum Lecce
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We start the day with a cooking class where you'll learn to make traditional Apulian dishes. After a tasting lunch, we'll head to Lecce, the capital of Italian baroque architecture. Explore the city's beautiful buildings and monuments made from the white 'Pietra Leccese'. We'll then check into a classic resort (or similar) overlooking the stunning coastline of Salento for an overnight stay.
Day 4 – Day 4: Lecce - Salento Coastline - Otranto - Lecce
- Otranto
- Lecce
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- Torre Sant'Andrea
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After breakfast, we'll embark on a private boat tour along the beautiful Salento coastline. Enjoy a lunch onboard with typical products and wines. After sailing, we'll visit the charming town of Otranto, a blend of history, art, and stunning landscapes. We return to Lecce for an overnight stay.
Day 5 – Day 5: Lecce - Vineyard - Gallipoli - Nardò - Lecce
- Gallipoli
- Nardò
- Lecce
- Parabita
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We start the day with a visit to a local vineyard where you'll get to taste the region's DOP wines. We then head to Gallipoli, a city with a rich history, and explore its charming city centre. Our next stop is Nardò, known for its beautiful historic centre, beaches, and monuments. We return to Lecce for an overnight stay.
Day 6 – Day 6: Lecce - Matera
- Matera
- Lecce
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After breakfast, we'll head to Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its unique city centre with houses carved into the rocks. You'll also participate in a sensory workshop where you'll create your own perfume using natural extracts of local plants and flowers. We'll then check into a unique hotel (or similar) with rooms carved into the original caves for an unforgettable experience. Overnight stay in Matera.
Day 7 – Day 7: Matera - Rome
- Murgecchia - Departure day
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After breakfast and check-out, we'll return to Rome, marking the end of our unforgettable Italian journey. We hope you enjoyed this immersive experience and look forward to welcoming you back on another adventure.
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