Top Alberobello & Locorotondo Cultural Tours - page 2

⇒ THIS SHARED TOUR OF ALBEROBELLO IS FOR those who have always heard of Alberobello and now want to see with their own eyes if everything they say is true! This tour is for those who want to walk without getting tired and discover a fascinating place.

11 audio guides to discover the most suggestive places of Alberobello. Explore Alberobello with the i-Tourist app, which takes you through the famous trulli and the unique atmosphere of this UNESCO heritage village, right from your smartphone. Discover the Rione Monti and be enchanted by the Rione Aia Piccola, where time seems to have stopped. Visit the Trullo Sovrano, the only two-storey trullo, and admire the impressive Church of Sant’Antonio, the architectural symbol of the city. Stroll through white alleys and artisan shops, discover stories, curiosities and local traditions in a path that combines culture, architecture and Apulian identity. A tour accessible to all ages, ideal for those who want to experience Alberobello independently, engaging and flexible, transforming the visit into an immersive and personalized experience.

This tour allows you to discover one of the most beautiful villages of Italy. The charming rounded old town, which is the origin of the name, preserves a medieval village characterized by the “cummerse”, that is to say two-storey houses with pitched roof built with chiancarelle stones.

With a history dating back from the Bronze Age to the Messapian era and the Roman conquest, the ruins of Gnatia rank among the most significant in Puglia—but exploring without a guide means missing out on the hidden secrets. On this tour, make the most of your visit with the services of a private guide and learn the stories behind landmarks including the criptoportico, the Via Traiana, and the Roman basilica.

This tour makes visiting Matera from Alberobello simple, direct and flexible. Start with private pick-up from your accommodation or agreed meeting point, then travel straight to Matera by air-conditioned vehicle with your dedicated driver — a valuable advantage for travelers who want to avoid indirect connections and use their time well. Choose the transfer and free time option to explore Matera independently, walking through the Sassi, viewpoints and historic streets at your own pace. Or select the guided option to discover the city with a private local guide, including a walking tour of the Sassi, entry to a traditionally furnished cave house and the Rock Church of Sant’Antonio Abate. After your visit, enjoy a comfortable return transfer to Alberobello.

It will be a real journey through time. This tour starts from the still undeveloped part of Alberobello ... the last inhabitants were there more than 100 years ago. Precisely in this place it will be possible to relive the origins of the Trulli and dry stone walls and understand what their origins were. the Excursion will let us observe the wonderful holm oaks, fragneti and downy oaks... the oaks that have allowed, together with the Apulian limestone, the life of thousands of citizens over the centuries. It will be a journey through Time, in Knowledge and immersed in Nature. Tour in complete relaxation and isolated from the most popular tourist circuits.

Monopoli is a perfect combination of old-world charm and beautiful beaches; a typical and picturesque Apulian town that preserves its traditional identity. Narrow streets, charming squares, and a scenic harbor make the old town a true gem. The walking tour includes the Charles V Castle , set in a scenic square. From the outside, it appears as a solid seaside fortress, with light stone walls and corner bastions. Its position along the waterfront creates a striking contrast with the blue sea. You will pass through an arch opening onto the sea, leading to a pleasant walk along the harbor, with views of the old town and fishermen’s boats. The tour continues with the baroque Cathedral dedicated to the Madonna della Madia: modest on the outside, yet richly decorated inside with gold, polychrome marble, frescoes, and valuable artworks, as well as numerous impressive side altars. The ceiling and details reflect centuries of devotion and artistic heritage, making it a spiritual landmark.

Kick off your time in Monopoli with this introductory walking tour to get your bearings, touch on the top sights, and discover the top spots for dining and shopping. Meet your private guide in the heart of the old town and stroll through the winding lanes to learn about Monopoli’s history as you admire postcard-perfect landmarks and gather insider intel for sampling the best gelato, espresso, and fresh local fish.

You can join this tour with your own e-bike at no extra cost, or reserve an e-bike ready on site for €45, payable locally. The artisanal gelato stop is optional: gelato is paid directly at the shop. For children’s e-bikes, child tandems and child seats, please check the “Included/Excluded” section. Enjoy a scenic guided e-bike loop from Locorotondo to Cisternino, through the heart of the Valle d’Itria. Ride along quiet country roads lined with dry-stone walls, trulli, vineyards, wheat fields, oak trees and olive groves. A local escort manages the route, stops and full assistance throughout the ride. In Cisternino, enjoy a walk through the romantic historic center and reach a viewpoint for wide views over the valley. You can also stop for an artisanal gelato, paid directly at the shop. Back in Locorotondo, explore the whitewashed old town and its typical cummerse houses, discovering why the buildings are lime-whitewashed and hearing local curiosities along the way.

UNESCO–listed Alberobello is famous for its Apulian dry stone huts, or ‘trulli’, but exploring this historic town and surrounding countryside on foot isn’t easy. On this tour, visit Alberobello as your guide shines a light on the town’s history and culture, then spin through the Itria Valley’s olive groves and vineyards to Locorotondo by e-bike. Cover the ground with ease, and see the best of Alberobello and the Itria Valley in one day.

The Grotte di Castellana is a subterranean cave system hidden deep within the countryside outside Bari. On this adventurous half-day tour, reach Castellana with ease by minivan from Bari and delve deep underground to see the best of the cave system with your guide. Marvel at mighty stalactites and stalagmites, and learn the history of the caves—with round-trip travel from your Bari accommodation included.