Top Activities on the Ground in Bari - page 2

This tour is a full immersion into the unspoiled nature of one of the most beautiful natural areas of Puglia. Thanks to the bicycle you can reach places of great environmental interest, inaccessible to cars. The professional guides, who lead the groups, know how to involve you with the "tale of nature", revealing the secrets hidden in every corner of this incredible treasure box of biodiversity.

You can join with your own e-bike at no extra cost, or reserve an e-bike ready on site for €45, payable locally. Winery and olive oil mill visits, plus an aperitif/tasting with local products and three glasses of wine, are optional and paid on site (€13). Unless you communicate otherwise when booking, e-bikes and the tasting will be considered reserved for all participants. For children’s e-bikes, child tandems and child seats, please check “Included/Excluded”. Start from Cisternino, a romantic hilltop village counted among Italy’s most beautiful towns, and after a short ride through its lanes, enter the Itria Valley countryside among dry-stone walls, vineyards and olive groves. A local escort manages the route, stops and assistance, keeping a relaxed pace. The route leads to a special place where a winery and olive oil mill coexist: you’ll discover how grapes become wine and how olives become extra virgin olive oil. Return to Cisternino among flavors, landscapes and traditions.

Imagine getting on a bike, the Apulian sun gently warming your skin, and in front of you the breathtaking show of Polignano a Mare opens: a bike tour here is an adventure to live with all your senses. Ride through the ancient alleys of the old town, where poems written on the walls accompany you like whispers of the past. Every curve gives you glimpses of the Adriatic Sea, where the cliffs plunge into the turquoise water. You cross Largo Ardito with the wind in your face, then stop to take a picture with the statue of Domenico Modugno. But the tour continues: you leave the town behind and venture through fields of centuries-old olive trees, dry stone walls and the scent of Mediterranean scrub. You stop at Port'alga, where fishermen fix their nets under the sun and the sea tells ancient stories. A bike tour in Polignano is not just sport, it is poetry in motion, a journey through nature, history and culture, which leaves you with a light heart and eyes full of beauty.

1) From the ancient Posta Santa Croce walking along the transhumance routes in Puglia. We will start from Dolmen La Chianca, a prehistoric megalithic tomb from the Bronze Age. Crossing one of the typical blades of this territory we will reach a vast complex of karst origin characterized by the presence of caves where in 1955 a femur belonging to an adult individual of Homo sapiens neandertalensis was found. 2) Along the sea with a fantastic coastline full of sea caves that they were inhabited since the Neolithic, as attested by the materials found by Majellaro and Prelorenzo. We will discover the Caves of Ripalta. Along this stretch of the Via Francigena you can also admire the typical Apulian rural landscape with its dry stone walls, haystacks and small houses. We will continue on a short stretch through a fantastic meadow of spontaneous orchids and we will be able to reach Cala Pantano, a small inlet created by the blades, erosive furrows typical of the Apulian landscape.

Immersed in the Alta Murgia National Park, walking here one has the sensation of being in a large open space in which one can wander with one's gaze towards infinite horizons characterized by the pungent smells of mint and wild thyme in the intense green of the wheat fields or rocky pastures among the evident yellow of the ferula, meeting orchids and birds of prey. In this land, emperors, peasants, shepherds, woodsmen, together with the climate, have made the landscape and its culture unique. On the way we will meet stupendous farmhouses, we will cross oak woods, along the ancient sheep tracks of transhumance we will discover jazzi and post offices, we will travel along panoramic mule tracks and among the wheat fields we will admire large haystacks and ancient cisterns. On the hills, flocks of sheep will blend in with the characteristic sharp rocks that give this area its name. We will reach the octagonal stone crown isolated on a hill at 540 meters above sea level. from where a vast panorama is dominated.

You can join with your own e-bike at no extra cost, or reserve an e-bike ready on site for €45, payable locally. Artisanal gelato is optional and paid directly at the shop; please check the “Included/Excluded” section for prices and details. Enjoy a scenic e-bike loop linking two of the Itria Valley’s most charming villages: Cisternino and Locorotondo. Ride at a relaxed pace through quiet countryside roads, surrounded by trulli, vineyards, olive groves and dry-stone walls. A local escort manages the route, stops and full assistance throughout the ride, so you can simply enjoy the landscape and the small-group atmosphere. In Locorotondo, you can stop for an artisanal gelato, purchased directly at the gelato shop. Small-group shared tour, not private.

You can join 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 Cisternino to Martina Franca through the Valle d’Itria, cycling along quiet country roads lined with dry-stone walls, trulli, vineyards, wheat fields, pastures and olive groves. A local escort manages the route, stops and full assistance throughout the ride, so you can enjoy a relaxed pace with panoramic photo breaks. In Martina Franca, stroll through the elegant Baroque old town and see landmarks such as the Basilica of San Martino, the Ducal Palace, the Acquedotto Pugliese fountain and Piazza Maria Immacolata. After the gelato stop, you’ll ride back to Cisternino through the peaceful countryside, enjoying more views of the Itria Valley along the way.

We've designed a pedal-powered route that, starting from Barletta, will take us to the archaeological village of Canne della Battaglia. Here, we will visit the sites made famous by the historic military clash during the Second Punic War, on August 2nd, 216 BC. We’ll explore the medieval citadel, the archaeological village, and all the "accessory" sites like the Masseria Canne, the Menhir, and the small rail station. Along the way, there will be a chance to enjoy a tasting of extra virgin olive oil produced by the Terre Balestrucci farm. At the end of the tasting, participants will receive a small gift. The bike excursion will be led by one of our certified guides, an expert of the area, and will take place in complete safety. Route length: approximately 25 km Difficulty level: Tourist Meeting at 08:30 AM - Return to base at 1:00 PM What to bring: backpack, layered clothing, windbreaker or raincoat, water, snacks

Ride along the cliffs of Polignano a Mare and live a unique experience. Bike rental is not just a transport, but a way to explore Puglia in an authentic and sustainable way. Whether you want a quiet walk or a more intense adventure, this service gives you the freedom to discover every corner of the coast. - Discover breathtaking views of the sea while pedalling - Choose an experience tailored to your pace - Take advantage of an ecological way to explore the area - Perfect for those looking for adventure or relaxation in Puglia

Discover Polignano a Mare and its coastal wonders with a bike rental. This self-guided service gives you the freedom to explore the most suggestive places of the Apulian coast without worries. Ride along breathtaking cliffs and reach hidden gems like the village of San Vito, all at your own pace. - Rent traditional bikes and start your adventure - Enjoy the freedom to plan your day as you please - Avoids parking problems and breathes sea air - Discover hidden corners and unforgettable views

Pedal through Bari on a bike tour, then finish in the home of a local signora, cooking a pasta dish typical of the Puglia region. The experience starts with a bike ride through Bari discover landmarks such as the Basilica of St. Nicholasm, Bari Cathedral, and Norman Swebian Castle. Follow your guide through the modern French side of the city, then call in at a local home to make a pasta dish by hand. A glass of red wine is included as you eat.

Experience the best of Bari on a private 2-hour bike tour that takes you through the city's old town and lesser-known neighborhoods. Explore Bari's maze-like old town and discover its hidden gems on a private bike tour. Visit highlights such as the San Sabino Cathedral, the Basilica di San Nicola, and the local fish market. Learn about the city's heritage from your guide as you take in beautiful seaside views. Enjoy a tasting of delicious handmade ice cream along the way.

Experience an authentic hands-on Italian cooking class in Bari during this small-group experience. Learn how to make pasta from start to finish using the proper ingredients and techniques. Then create a delicious pasta dish with help from your host and sit down to a Puglian feast featuring local wine, antipasti, handmade pasta dishes, and desserts.

Make the most of your time in Bari with this walking tour that combines sightseeing with a deep dive into the city’s street-food traditions. Follow your guide through the squares and lanes of Bari Vecchia, stopping to sample a variety of treats from “panzerotti” to “sgagliozze”. Pass through the vibrant Piazza Mercantile and admire highlights like the Basilica of San Nicola and the Cathedral of San Sabino during your gastro-walk.

We will enter the Mercadante Forest, an area of 1300 hectares in the Alta Murgia National Park between the territories of Cassano delle Murge and Altamura. Walking along paths lined DA Aleppo pines and cypresses, we will reach the bottom of a karst blade in which a monumental centuries-old oak is hidden, after admiring it, we will take a break in the shade of large nuts near the ancient cistern of the Hermitage of St. Anthony, built in the sixteenth century. On the way back, at the end of the excursion, there will be the opportunity to enjoy a delicious yogurt made from goat's milk in a cheese bar dedicated to cheese, immersed in the forest.