Top Puglia Shore Excursions - page 3

Fairy tale! Private tour.You are the only guests. Alberobello: UNESCO World Heritage Site! Alberobello: you will see it with different eyes after the tour! An interactive, entertaining and funny way to discover Alberobello! Inside same visits to trullo home. The local tour guide you make the difference as you feel your self part of Alberobello insteaed of just visitors. Entertaining with the locals, visiting inside some trulli used as homes, chatting with the owners and getting to know the palace on another level is what we offer! Stories, legends, curiosities narrowed and underlined by our local tour guide is what will make you aware of what you actually see because at each corner, trullo or even each peace of stone a story or a fairytale is norrowd. Never leave the place without a standing quick tasting of a local liqueur/wine which will take place in a 17th century trullo.

We offer private transfers from Bari-Palese airport to one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in the Puglia region. They will be able to adapt to the needs of our customers and to the size of the group (from 1 person to 8 people). Our customers will no longer have to worry about their arrival at the airport, but our highly qualified and multilingual private drivers will make you live a unique experience by fulfilling all the customer's needs in maximum comfort.

In this tour you will visit the caves of Castellana, the longest underground karst caves in Italy, defined as one of the most beautiful in Europe. Instead Polignano a mare offers a maze of alleys that open surprisingly on balconies 30 meters above the sea level. Capital of the Apulian artisan ice cream, and theater of several international movies sets, it is one of the most famous tourist destinations for its turquoise and clean sea, awarded by Legambiente!

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.

Vieste is one of the most charming coastal destinations on Puglia’s Gargano Peninsula. Explore the town’s main sights and discover its authentic side with this guided tour through the old town. Stroll through picturesque lanes lined with whitewashed houses, take in the 11th-century cathedral, and admire the Swabian castle as you learn about local history and lore from your guide. End with vistas of the towering Pizzomunno sea stack just off the coastline.

In this tour you will visit Matera, the Rupestrian city, an incredible and unique place on the Murgia Hills. It's old town carved in a deep ravine, is the first UNESCO site of the southern Italy where people lived in houses- cave from the Prehistoric Age to 1952, in two amazing districts called Sassi. Instead, Altamura is situated in a dominating position on the Murgia Hills, in a National park. It has an old town very interesting with a big cathedral of the medieval period. Known for the typical local bread, defined the best in Italy and with high quality mark DOP, Altamura has a lot of stone ovens where we can taste the typical dishes of the wheat city!

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.

Ideal for travelers short on time, this private tour covers the highlights of Matera and Alberobello, a town in Apulia known for its trulli, whitewashed huts with conical roofs. After pickup from Bari, see the sassi and step inside a stone house on a walking tour of Matera, then explore some of the first trulli ever built on a 1.5-hour tour of Alberobello.

With this short walk, equipped with binoculars, we will discover the rich local fauna of the Ariscianne-Boccadoro wetland, a green oasis for many species of permanent and migratory birds, but also for amphibians, reptiles and mammals. In a place where the reeds dominate, among which, fresh water meets salt water. We will move around the nineteenth-century tank of Boccadoro, built to collect resurgence water and which was supposed to serve as a basin to serve drinking water to the city of Trani (BT). Then on the dirt roads, flanked by tamarisks, which cross the marshes and cultivated fields of Ariscianne where the ancient Aveldìus once flowed here, depicted in the "segmentum VI" of the Tabula Peutingeriana; an ancient river that originated from the Murge, lapped the village of Andria to the west and must have flowed into a sort of small port between Turenum (Trani) and Bardulí (Barletta). Today its bed is traced by the Ciappetta-Cammaggio and Ariscianne canals.

Two Unesco sites in one day departing from Bari by bus at 9 : 00 in small group. Customers will be welcomed by one of our coordinators and will be able to travel without stress of public transport, in total relaxation and optimizing time for travel between countries. Many travellers prefer to travel by tourist bus to enjoy more organisation and autonomy during their holidays. The first stop will be Matera, where you can visit the city freely. Afterwards, the itinerary will continue by bus towards Alberobello to walk among the characteristic trulli. Return to Bari is scheduled at around 6 pm. WHY CHOOSE OUR TOUR: ✅ Comfortable departure from Bari by bus at 9 : 00 ✅ Visit to two UNESCO sites: Matera and Alberobello ✅ Free time to explore independently ✅ Same-day return to Bari (scheduled for 6 pm: 00 am)

One of Puglia’s loveliest coastal cities, Otranto also boasts a wealth of history and landmarks alongside its seaside views. On this private walking tour, you’ll have the chance to get up close and personal with its key attractions. Discover the 11th-century Otranto Cathedral, renowned for its mosaic floor and rose window, the Byzantine Church of St. Peter, and the Aragonese Castle of Otranto, and admire views of the old town.

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.

You can join with your own e-bike at no extra cost, or reserve an e-bike ready on site for €45, payable locally. Unless you communicate otherwise when booking, an e-bike will be considered reserved for all participants. For children’s e-bikes, child tandems and child seats, please check “Included/Excluded”. Enjoy an easy e-bike loop through the Itria Valley, linking the whitewashed charm of Locorotondo with the Baroque elegance of Martina Franca. You’ll ride along quiet country roads among dry-stone walls, trulli, vineyards and masserie, with panoramic stops for photos. The tour starts near Locorotondo station, among ancient lanes and typical cummerse houses, before heading into the countryside. In Martina Franca, you’ll admire Baroque palaces, churches and the elegant atmosphere of the old town. A gelato stop is planned: gelato is optional and paid locally. Return to Locorotondo along scenic backroads, with assistance throughout the ride.

From the UNESCO-listed Castel del Monte to a number of medieval–era fortresses, Puglia offers an array of destination-worthy castles. Get out of Bari, and enjoy a direct passport to the sights, on this full-day tour. After pickup at your accommodation, you’ll visit the distinctive Castel del Monte before continuing to Bari Castle and the Trani Cathedral.

Your journey begins in Alberobello, world-renowned for its extraordinary trulli — traditional dry-stone houses with distinctive conical roofs. As you stroll through the historic districts, your guide will share the fascinating history, legends, and cultural significance of these unique structures recognized by UNESCO. Next, continue to Ostuni, dramatically perched on a hilltop overlooking the Adriatic Sea. Known as “La Città Bianca” (The White City), Ostuni enchants visitors with its maze of white alleys, charming stairways, hidden courtyards, and panoramic terraces. Reach the Cathedral at the highest point and admire sweeping views of olive groves and coastline. If you wish to enrich your experience, you may also include a stop in Locorotondo. Overlooking the Itria Valley, this elegant circular village is famous for its flower-filled balconies, peaceful atmosphere, and stunning countryside views.

The Bari tour is personalized. The customer can decide whether to take a tour with external or internal visits to the monuments. Usually the guide recommends the places not to be missed and ensures that the customer can have a 360 degree view of the city, in the sense that, even at the end of the tour, the customer can always contact the guide again in case he needs further information, for example if you need a restaurant, rather than having directions on other neighboring cities to visit.

Discover three of the most fascinating places in a single day: Alberobello, Locorotondo and Ostuni. Travel comfortably in a van or car in the Itria Valley and choose the experience you prefer during your Reservation. * Self-Guided option A driver will accompany you to the different destinations, while the visit will continue independently via audio guide, allowing you to explore the villages at your own pace. * Guided Tour option Includes the presence of a Live Guide for the duration of the tour and a small Apulian brunch with local specialties such as capocollo, burrata, sun-dried tomatoes, caciocavallo and focaccia. Stroll through the trulli of Alberobello, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, discover the elegant charm of Locorotondo and be conquered by Ostuni, the famous White City overlooking the Adriatic Sea. A perfect experience to live culture, traditions and authentic flavors of Puglia.

Get the most out of limited time in Italy by choosing a tour that checks off three beautiful Italian cities in a day. With included hotel pickup, head to Bari, where a guide shows you the most important local highlights. Then continue to Alberobello, with a visit to a “trullo” traditional house, followed by the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Matera.

We are a real community of friends. We organize tours in all the main cities of Puglia, departing from different locations. The guides are very well prepared, and there is not only culture in our tours: the relationship that is created between organizers and guests is authentic and the friendships that arise ensure that wonderful memories remain at the end of the holiday. Also in Puglia we are hundreds and the organization has been tested by a community of guides and organizers: departure, a visit in the morning, free lunch, visit in the afternoon, and return. PlacenPeople is the smartest way to visit Puglia and see its most beautiful logos: beware of imitations!

Embark on the ultimate adventure from Bari to explore three beautiful towns in just one day: Ostuni, Locorotondo, and Polignano a Mare. Leave behind the crowded tour buses and enjoy a more serene experience with only your private driver for company. In addition to the free time to explore each location at your leisure, the tour also offers guided walking tours along the way too.

our strong point is certainly linked to the "honest" price. the goal is to allow people coming to Puglia to visit the main characteristic cities of the place at the right price and in total autonomy! Ostuni, Cisternino and Locorotondo are 3 cities located in the ITRIA VALLEY, enchanting places made of villages, white houses, centuries-old olive trees, trulli, sea and good food! For any information do not hesitate to contact us! we are available for any type of request, including personalized ones! thanks, see you soon!

Immersed in the wilderness made of vast rocky pastures and thick oak forests extended as far as the eye can see, a place of botanical study on some rare species of wild orchids. The excursion starts from Quasano, at the gates of the Alta Murgia National Park, a hamlet of Toritto (BA), and after saying goodbye to the monumental Tree of Lie, we will enter the oak grove, along shaded paths we will reach the panoramic point where you can admire the Adriatic Sea, the centuries-old La Gloria Oak and the ancient Jazzo Lamadenza among expanses of grasses and legumes, where a stone cistern is habitat for amphibians and dragonflies. In this place of transhumance you immediately felt like retracing the steps of the people who lived here a few centuries ago, where in addition to shepherds and flocks of sheep, there are also large wild mammals, birds of prey, less common reptiles, alimurgical plants, aromatic herbs, and the precious Toritto Almond, a typical local product to be enjoyed.

The guides will pick you up from the port of Bari, the airport, or any hotel in Bari or its surroundings and bring you to Alberobello The trulli are an important example of rural architecture that still survives today. The panoramic view on Rione Aia Piccola with its infinite expanse of conical roofs is enchanting. Don't miss the opportunity to experience an authentic Alberobello experience & to discover these unique Apulian ancient constructions. TARALLI, LIQUORS AND EXTRAVERGINE OLIVES OIL TASTING IN A TYPICAL AND ORIGINAL TRULLO DATING BACK TO 1700 A.D.

This is a private tour , You will have your private tour guide just for you and your group! The guide will pick you up from the port of Bari, the airport, or any hotel in Bari or its surroundings and bring you to Alberobello where you will start the guided walking tour of the 2 districts Rione Monti and Aia piccola. The trulli are an important example of rural architecture that still survives today. The panoramic view on Rione Aia Piccola with its infinite expanse of conical roofs is enchanting. Don't miss the opportuinity to live an authentic experience in Alberobello, discover the unique apulian ancient constructions, and learn something new about the Italian traditions with a friendly multilingual local guide. At the end of the tour you will be given enough free time on your own, then you will return to Bari together with the guide.