Two-Week Italy Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Bari to Matera, Alberobello, Lecce, Ostuni, and Naples and surrounding area

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Margherita Theater and fishing boats in old harbor of Bari, Puglia, Italy. Bari is the capital city of the Metropolitan City of Bari on the Adriatic Sea, Italy. Architecture and landmark of Italy.
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Experience the freedom of the open road on an unforgettable 15-day road trip in Italy! Embark on a self-drive tour that caters to every traveler, featuring destinations like Bari, Matera, Fasano, Alberobello, Lecce, Porto Badisco, Otranto, Gallipoli, Ostuni, Castellana Grotte, Polignano a Mare, Naples, Pompei, Ravello, Positano, Amalfi, and Caserta.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Italy. You will spend 3 nights in Bari, 1 night in Matera, 1 night in Alberobello, 3 nights in Lecce, 3 nights in Ostuni, and 3 nights in Naples. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in Italy. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Bari, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover Italy on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in Italy. Amalfi Coast and Piazza Del Plebiscito are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Bari, Matera, Fasano, Alberobello, Lecce, Porto Badisco, Otranto, Gallipoli, Ostuni, Castellana Grotte, Polignano a Mare, Naples, Pompei, Ravello, Positano, Amalfi, and Caserta, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Italy. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in Italy.

Throughout your road trip in Italy, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in Italy.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

The best services in Italy fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your road trip in Italy today!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Bari - Arrival day
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  • Basilica San Nicola
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Say hello to Bari! Your exciting road trip through Italy is just about to start. Navigating the top places to see in the region is a breeze with a car. The rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for pickup upon your arrival in the city. You will stay in Bari for 2 nights before you continue your adventure!

Bari is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

Find your way to your hotel in Bari. We recommend choosing a hotel in a central location for easy exploring. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM at hotels in Italy. Settle in and make plans for the evening.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Bari, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 15-day road trip in Italy!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Bari
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Drive 5 km, 49 min

  • Pinacoteca metropolitana di Bari
  • Lungomare Araldo di Crollalanza
  • Teatro Petruzzelli
  • Il Fortino di Sant'Antonio
  • Castello Svevo di Bari
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You’ll stay in Bari for 1 night.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Italy. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Bari. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Italy.

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Bari
  • Matera
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Drive 66 km, 1 hour 26 min

  • Belvedere di Piazza Giovanni Pascoli
  • Casa Grotta del Casalnuovo
  • Sasso Caveoso
  • Sassi di Matera
  • Laboratory Museum of Rural Life
  • Palombaro lungo
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On day 3 of your road trip in Italy, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Matera are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Matera, where you will stay for 1 night.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Bari.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Matera. Matera offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Matera's best restaurants.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Matera
  • Alberobello
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Drive 97 km, 1 hour 52 min

  • Zoosafari Fasanolandia
  • Trulli di Alberobello Puglia
  • Territory Museum "House Pezzolla"
  • Casa D'Amore
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 4 of your road trip in Italy. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 2 places, which are Fasano and Alberobello. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Alberobello, where will spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Alberobello. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the town.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Alberobello, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Italy.

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Alberobello
  • Lecce
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Drive 116 km, 1 hour 54 min

  • Porta Rudiae
  • Teatro Romano
  • Gate of Saint Blaise
  • Castello Carlo V
  • Giardini Pubblici Giuseppe Garibaldi - Villa Comunale
  • Basilica di Santa Croce
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Your itinerary for day 5 of your road trip in Italy includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Lecce. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Lecce, where you'll spend 3 nights.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Lecce, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Lecce. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Say good night to Lecce and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Italy!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Lecce
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Drive 114 km, 1 hour 53 min

  • Cave of Porto Badisco
  • Aragonese Castle of Otranto
  • Spiaggia dei Gradoni
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On day 6 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Porto Badisco and Otranto. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Lecce, where you still have 2 nights left to stay.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Lecce.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Lecce and your accommodation.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Lecce. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Celebrate another amazing day of your road trip adventure in Italy!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Lecce
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Drive 84 km, 1 hour 36 min

  • Hypogeum Oil Mill of Palazzo
  • Church of Saint Agatha Virgin and Martyr
  • Greek Fountain
  • Santuario di Santa Maria del Canneto
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On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Lecce, where you have 1 night left to stay.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Lecce.

Lecce is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Lecce.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in Italy!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Lecce
  • Ostuni
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Drive 97 km, 1 hour 30 min

  • TORRE POZZELLE - SPIAGGIA N.5
  • Parco naturale regionale Dune costiere da Torre Canne a Torre S.Leonardo
  • Colonna di Sant'Oronzo
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Dive into day 8 of your remarkable road trip in Italy. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Ostuni. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Ostuni, where you'll spend 3 nights.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Ostuni. Ostuni offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Ostuni. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Italy!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Ostuni
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Drive 112 km, 1 hour 45 min

  • Grotte di Castellana
  • IndianaPark Castellana Grotte
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On day 9 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Ostuni, where you still have 2 nights left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate town, including Castellana Grotte.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Ostuni and your accommodation.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Ostuni. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Italy!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Ostuni
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Drive 109 km, 2 hours 12 min

  • Museum of Contemporary Art Pino Pascali
  • Centro Storico Polignano a Mare
  • Lama Monachile
  • Grotta Piana
  • Monumento a Domenico Modugno
  • Torre di San Vito
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Greet day 10 of your road trip in Italy with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 1 night to stay in Ostuni, so get ready to make the most of your time in the region. On the agenda for this day, you’ll find only the best things to see and do in Polignano a Mare and San Vito.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Ostuni.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Ostuni's best restaurants.

Say good night to Ostuni and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Italy!

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Ostuni
  • Naples
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Drive 348 km, 4 hours 19 min

  • Naples National Archaeological Museum
  • Piazza Vincenzo Bellini
  • Cappella Sansevero
  • piazza del Plebiscito
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On day 11 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Italy, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Naples. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Naples, where you’ll be staying for 3 nights.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Naples. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Naples's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road in Italy!

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Naples
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Drive 53 km, 1 hour 20 min

  • Archaeological Park of Pompeii
  • Amphitheatre of Pompeii
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On day 12 of your road trip in Italy, you’ll start and end your day in Naples, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the city. Since you still have 2 nights to spend in Naples, there’s no need to rush. Experience Pompei to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Naples and your accommodation.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Naples, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Italy!

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Naples
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Drive 163 km, 4 hours 31 min

  • Fondazione Ravello
  • Costiera Amalfitana Positano
  • Amalfi Coast
  • Villa Rufolo
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Wake up to day 13 of your road trip in Italy. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Ravello, Positano, and Amalfi. With 1 night to stay in Naples, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the city’s surroundings!

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Naples.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Naples's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Italy.

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Day 14

Day 14

  • Naples
  • Bari
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Drive 302 km, 3 hours 46 min

  • Palace of Caserta
  • Giardini Reali - Parco Reggia di Caserta
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On day 14 of your road trip in Italy, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Caserta are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Bari, where you will stay for 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Bari, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

Bari is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Bari.

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Italy!

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Day 15

Day 15

  • Bari - Departure day
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  • Palazzo Fizzarotti
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Day 15 of your road trip in Italy is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Secure the perfect souvenirs for your family and friends back home or buy yourself a remembrance of your amazing vacation.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Italy!

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
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