Top Puglia Historical Tours - page 7

This exclusive tour offers a unique opportunity to explore three of Puglia’s most iconic cities, each with its own rich history and charm. Wander through Bari’s historic streets, visit Trani’s stunning cathedral by the sea, and immerse yourself in the medieval beauty of Barletta with its impressive castle and landmarks. Our expert guide will bring these cities to life, providing fascinating insights into their past and culture. This unforgettable journey, filled with history, beauty, and local traditions, is a must for those seeking an authentic experience in Puglia. Book now for a personalized, immersive adventure!

The small-group excursion from Bari to Matera and Alberobello offers an exclusive experience . The first stop is Matera, famous for its Sassi, ancient dwellings carved into the rock and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here you can explore the rock churches and admire the city with an expert guide. After Matera, the tour continues to Alberobello, known for its trulli, iconic conical stone dwellings. You can stroll through the streets of the Rione Monti and discover the unique charm of these structures. The tour is completely flexible and customizable, with return to your hotel in Bari. A comfortable and unforgettable experience among the wonders of Puglia and Basilicata.

Experience Southern Italy’s Murgia region with this all-day excursion to two of its prettiest towns. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel to the UNESCO-designated town of Grottaglie in a comfortable minivan with a private driver. Admire its ceramics and explore its historic center before heading to Matera, a mountainside city famous for cave dwellings that humans have called home since the Paleolithic period.

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.

welcome!  with this wonderful activity you will entry in a fantastic world! the world of the romanian pugliese architectural style (1000 years old) and the connection with the sea, history, ancient romans, ancient greeks (ellenics) Bizanthines and more!! enjoy..

Lecce is best known for its sumptuous baroque architecture, but the city has an equally rich cuisine worth exploring. Discover both its cultural treasures and gastronomic delights with this tour that combines a guided walk past the Basilica of Santa Croce, the cathedral, and other highlights of the historic center with stops to sample traditional specialties like savory “rustico” and “frisella” pastries, and the sweet custard-filled “pasticciotto”.

The town of Alberobello is home to one of the most important monuments of southern Italy. This city of has earned UNESCO World Heritage status thanks to its traditional triangular trulli houses, narrow streets, and ancient church of St. Anthony. This walking tour leads you through the town’s major sites with the help of a local guide.

this tour includes: accomodation for 3 nights with breakfast in a small apartment with kitchen, wash machine, air conditioned and all the comforts, just 15 min walking to historical center and center of Bari! 3 days of tour included transportation with ac vehicle; 1 day) visit of the full BARI old town 2 day) visit of the full POLIGNANO a MARE and MONOPOLI!! 3 day) visit of the wonders of MATERA (Sassi di Matera)

Discover the heart of Puglia with a tour of Gravina, Altamura and Trani, perfectly organized to allow you to visit every place without haste. In Gravina you can explore the picturesque canyon, cave churches and the majestic aqueduct bridge; if included in your package, an expert Guide will accompany you telling you about local history, curiosities and traditions. In Altamura you will find the magnificent Federician cathedral and the famous Pane DOP, with medieval streets and traditional shops to discover. The journey ends in Trani, an elegant city on the Adriatic Sea, famous for its cathedral suspended over the water and the ancient port, ideal for scenic walks. The other locations of the tour are explored independently, with the support of digital audio guides and interactive maps. Thanks to the calibrated itinerary, you will have the right time to enjoy every experience, including nature, history, art and gastronomy, living authentic Puglia in total relaxation.

Step into the heart of Puglia’s heritage with a private, bespoke escape to the UNESCO-listed town of Alberobello. This curated experience blends the architectural wonder of the iconic trulli with the authentic flavors of a premier organic winery. As your Travel Designer, I have orchestrated a day that moves away from the crowds, focusing on sustainable luxury and the slow-living philosophy of the Itria Valley. Wander through the whitewashed stone streets with a focus on the Rione Aia Piccola — the most authentic and quietest district of the town. Visit a family-run organic estate where tradition meets sustainability. You will explore the vineyards and learn about the "bio" philosophy that makes Puglian wines unique. Enjoy a private, guided tasting of premium organic wines (such as Primitivo and Susumaniello), paired with zero-mile local appetizers, artisan cheeses, and cold cuts.

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.

Discover the mysterious soul of Bari Vecchia on this immersive walking tour through the city’s most fascinating and hidden corners. As we explore ancient alleys, small courtyards, and historic squares, you’ll uncover a side of Bari that goes beyond monuments and postcards. This experience blends folklore, superstition, history, and storytelling, revealing the legends that have shaped the identity of the old town for centuries. You will hear stories of witches, restless spirits, forbidden love, ancient symbols, and unexplained presences woven into the very stones of the city. Along the way, we will enjoy two authentic street food tastings. This experience is ideal for curious travelers, lovers of folklore, and anyone looking for something different from the classic historical tour. Walk through Bari’s living history, discover its hidden legends, and see the old town from a completely new perspective.

Matera has a lot going for it – it's a UNESCO World Heritage Site, European Capital of Culture 2019 and a cave city dating back over 5,000 years. Tour its historic centre and ancient cave dwellings, try local Basilicata food and wine, then choose to visit the cave house museum or a rupestrian church. Considered one of the most outstanding and intact troglodyte settlements, Matera's ancient cave dwellings, or ‘sassi', are the city's big draw. Beginning in the historic centre, we'll check out the baroque quarter, known as ‘Il Piano', where churches and palaces are built on top of the caves. Venture into the neighbourhoods of ‘Sasso Barisano' and ‘Sasso Caveoso' to see ancient ‘sassi' carved into the Gravina canyon and you'll pause for thought in the old quarter of ‘Civita'. You'll also get to try typical food and wine at Panecotto Restaurant, before choosing between an optional visit to the cave house museum or a rupestrian church, cut into the rock.

Toss the dry guidebook and map and explore Altamura with a guide who knows how to bring its long history and unique culture to life with this private tour. Take in highlights of the old town like the medieval cathedral plus wander through its maze of backstreets in just a few hours, leaving you time to pop into one of the town’s traditional bakeries to sample focaccia and other treats (own expense).

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.

Get the most out of your time in Polignano a Mare with this express walking tour that offers an overview of the seaside town’s history and top sights in less than two hours. Explore the old town and learn about how this village has changed over the centuries, stop for Polignano’s famed coffee, then take in the coastal views over caves and coves stretching out from the town center.

Join the Polignano a Mare food tour, a unique culinary journey that provides the perfect backdrop for an experience that combines tradition, flavors and local charm. The journey starts from Monopoli from where you will reach the city of Polignano comfortably by minivan or bus. Discover Polignano a Mare with a 2-hour guided tour through picturesque alleys, terraces overlooking the sea, painted phrases and symbolic places. Accompanied by a Guide, you will explore the historic center of the village where Domenico Modugno was born. During the route 4 gastronomic stops with tastings of Apulian street food specialties from savoury to sweet. An unmissable experience for those who love good food, local stories and the beauty of Southern Italy. Comfortable shoes, camera... and so hungry: the Polignano Street Food Tour is waiting for you! The minivan or bus will take you back to Monopoli.

Starting out from Montalbano we’ll cycle on secondary roads with law traffic to reach three different kinds of masserias, each one with different architecture, type, traditional activities and current economic vocation. Tour continuos slowly on small roads lined by stone with drystone walls, rarely visited cattle track and unique landscapes. At the end of the tour we'll go in an olive oil plant to enjoy an olive oil tasting accompain on vegetable products and traditional snack.

Head south of Lecce to visit the towns of Santa Maria di Leuca and Specchia. This day trip gives you the chance to see some of the natural scenery and cultural attractions of Puglia, such as caves and an underground olive press. This tour includes transportation and a driver only; any admission tickets, boat rides, food, and drinks are at your own expense.

Designed exclusively for Celebrity Cruise passengers, it offers a seamless, stress-free experience from start to finish. Explore two of Puglia’s most iconic destinations in one day: Alberobello, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its trulli—fairy-tale limestone houses with conical roofs—and Ostuni, the dazzling “White City” perched above the Adriatic. With a professional local guide in Alberobello and a dedicated tour leader throughout, you’ll gain rich cultural insights without ever feeling rushed. Round-trip transport from the Celebrity Pier ensures you return well ahead of your ship’s departure, making this the ideal shore excursion.

Our UNESCO Tour of Matera and Alberobello offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture and history of Southern Italy. This tour includes comfortable transportation to the main destinations, so you can visit two emblematic places that represent the cultural richness of Puglia and Basilicata together with a professional guide.

Matera is a UNESCO World Heritage-listed town that’s known for its cave dwellings, and it was also a filming location for the James Bond movie “No Time To Die”. Get more out of your time in Italy by heading off on this small-group adventure from Bari to see the best of Matera in a day. As well as seeing its “Sassi di Matera” dwellings, the trip also includes lunch and wine.

Discover the stories of southern Lecce without spending a fortune on guidebooks with this morning tour of the city center. Starting from the iconic Piazza del Duomo, hear the history of this city as told through its buildings. Visit sites from across the ages, from the classical Roman amphitheater to the baroque Basilica di Santa Croce. Don’t get pushed to the back of the group, either: on this small group walking tour, get personalized attention from your guide and answers to all your questions.

The Puglian town of Gravina is known for its rock-cut churches, cave dwellings, and ancient underground tunnels. On this tour, benefit from the undivided attention of a private guide as you explore Gravina’s underground treasures. Visit an underground quarry, admire ancient rock churches, and see the 18th-century viaduct bridge overlooking Sant’Angelo aqueduct.