Top Puglia Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 9

Take a tour of the famous 'trulli' houses in Alberobello during this 3-hour tour from Bari. Learn about these unique structures, on UNESCO's World Heritage List, including the reasons for the cone-shaped buildings. Visit inside a 'trullo' to see what the inside looks like, and see a church inside one as well. Sample local sweets and liqueur.

Self-guide excursion with GPS, departure from Locorotondo towards Alberobello to immerse yourself in its white alleys and trulli that make it a unique place in the world. Crossing the "Canale di Pirro" valley surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, you will go up towards Selva di Fasano / Monopoli to enjoy one of the most beautiful views in the area overlooking the "Costa dei Trulli" in front of the "Church of San Michele Arcangelo in Frangesto. "where you can take fantastic photos before going to the" Masseria "where you can taste a Focaccia and mozzarella or caciocavallo. Return to the office through the countryside.

Puglia's coastal walks tend to deliver scenery alone, but this one along the Le Matinelle path near Trani also checks off several points of natural and historical interest. Hike along a cliffside trail that passes sandstone walls where bee-eaters (a colorful species of bird) nest in late spring, pause in the Le Conche pine forest to spot dinosaur footprints, and end at Torre Olivieri, a 16th-century watchtower above the Adriatic.

Baroque Lecce is one of the most beautiful towns in Puglia, often called the “Florence of the South”. Cover more ground and take in its sumptuous churches and palaces at your own pace with this independent bike rental from the heart of the old town. Pedal through Lecce or strike out further afield to explore the surrounding countryside and coastline on the bike of your choice.

Unique tour accompanied by an expert guide will take you through alleys, squares, buildings and fantastic views, optimizing the routes and telling you the history of these magical places. (The tours offered on this itinerary by other companies only include transportation). Olive oil tasting Brunch Pugliese Free time to visit independently and free time for lunch. From Ostuni we will reach Alberobello, the city of trulli, and then move, after the tour, to Locorotondo and finally to Ostuni, the white city. At the end of each visit you will have the opportunity to stroll independently around the shops or perhaps stop at a bar for an ice cream or an excellent coffee.

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Blue Moon Escursioni organizes boat tours lasting about 2 hours with embarkation and disembarkation from the beautiful port of Monopoli at a cost of €40 per person. The excursion includes the visit of the main caves and the most suggestive views that characterize the coast of Polignano, there is also a bathing stop in one of the places admired during the tour.

The “trulli” town of Alberobello is one of the highlights of Puglia, but the historic center can be overrun during midday. With this tour, enjoy an afternoon walking tour when most of the crowds have left and meet a local couple in their traditional whitewashed “trullo” home. End your visit with a tasting of Puglian wines and delicacies at a nearby shop also set in one of these captivating conical dwellings.

Getting around Puglia can be a challenge, with little public transport and confusing rural roads. With this small-group tour, save time and skip the hassle of driving with full-day transport to Lecce and Gallipoli. Enjoy free time to take in Lecce’s famous baroque churches and palaces, then stroll through the charming fishing village of Gallipoli to browse the shops and enjoy the sea views.

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”. Discover Bari from two unforgettable perspectives: the open feel of the seafront and the authentic maze of Bari Vecchia. This relaxed e-bike tour takes you through the city’s most iconic areas, mixing sea views, everyday local life and hidden corners. You’ll ride along the waterfront and through the shopping district, with a stop near Teatro Petruzzelli. You’ll then reach the fishermen’s area, where the catch of the day arrives and is sold. Finally, you’ll enter the heart of Bari Vecchia, among narrow lanes, arches, small squares and courtyards, experiencing the city’s most authentic atmosphere. You’ll also see the typical scene of orecchiette pasta being made in the street. A local escort manages the route, stops and full assistance throughout the ride.

Taranto is the gateway to the Maldives of Italy and its beautiful coastlines, and boasts not centuries, but millennia of history and culture. On this self-guided walking tour, you‘ll find out how this jewel of southern Italy has been shaped by the sea, and retains a deep connection to this day. The tour starts at Ponte di Pietra bridge, overlooking the open Ionian Sea. You‘ll head to Taranto‘s historical center which many cultures have called home, where I‘ll show you the imposing city gate, the ancient gate of Naples, Porta Napoli. You‘ll then cross Ponte di Porta Napoli, a stone bridge over two seas, and wind your way through the city‘s medieval road

Combine history and food on this two-part adventure that takes you into a local’s home. First, take a rickshaw tour of Bari with a local guide. Visit theaters, Basilica of Saint Nicholas, Swabian Castle, and other notable landmarks. Then join a local to make homemade orecchiette in her home. The tour concludes with a tasting of homemade gelato.

We embark from the "Porto Vecchio" of Santa Maria di Leuca in the direction of the most famous and authentically beautiful caves on the Adriatic side, skirting Punta Meliso which houses the Basilica Santa Maria de Finibus Terrae, the Leuca Lighthouse and the Monumental Staircase and the Ionian, crossing the marina of Leuca enclosed between Punta Meliso and Punta Ristola, the southernmost emerged land of Puglia.

Discover the sea of Gallipoli with an unforgettable sunset experience, from 17:00 to 20:00, on board our sailboat! A short but intense journey along the beautiful coast of Salento, perfect for those who want to experience the sea with tranquility, between relaxation, swimming and breathtaking views, immersed in the warm colors of the sunset. It starts from the Marina Yachting Portolano in Gallipoli to sail to one of the most suggestive stretches of the coast, such as Punta della Suina, the Island of Sant’Andrea or Punta Pizzo, depending on wind and sea conditions. During the excursion there is at least one stop for swimming, in clear waters and seabed ideal for swimming, snorkeling or simply relaxing in the open sea. The experience will be accompanied by a small aperitif on board with typical local products, to be enjoyed while the sun sets over the sea, giving a unique and suggestive atmosphere. The program may vary slightly depending on weather conditions.

This tour is private only, which allows you to visit and fully enjoy two UNESCO sites at once at a decent price.

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.

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”. Discover the charm of Martina Franca on an easy e-bike tour through the Itria Valley, where Baroque elegance meets postcard countryside. You’ll ride along quiet backroads among dry-stone walls, vineyards, trulli and masserie, with panoramic stops and time for photos. Locorotondo welcomes you with whitewashed lanes, flowered balconies and romantic corners, as one of Italy’s most beautiful villages. A stop at an artisanal gelato shop is planned: gelato is optional and paid locally. A local escort manages the route, stops and assistance. A scenic, authentic small-group experience before returning to Martina Franca.

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 local products tasting is optional and paid on site (€14). 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”. Ride from Ostuni into its countryside on an easy e-bike route through centuries-old olive groves and authentic rural landscapes. You’ll discover curiosities about olive trees and the key steps behind extra virgin olive oil, from tree care to pressing. A local escort manages the route, stops and assistance, keeping a relaxed pace. You’ll stop at a countryside home surrounded by olive trees, where you can enjoy local products. The experience also includes a scenic 2 km hill walk. On the way back, you’ll pass through the historic center of the “White City”. Comfortable closed-toe shoes are recommended.

The archeological sites at the coast of Porto Cesareo tell us about a local history that was intimately bound to the rest of the Mediterranean. Indeed, the archeological remains that we will see will lead us to consider the relationships with other parts of the basin and to talk about ancient navigation, the “marble route” coming from the Aegean and deities coming from ancient Egypt. In addition, it will appear clear the relevance of physical geography shaping local history. Thus, we will talk about the main features of the Mediterranean Basin, the evolution of coastal topography and geomorphological processes. After describing and talking about the history of modern and contemporary buildings that we will see, we will try to reconstruct the evolution of the coastal landscape and the destruction of the coastal ecosystems. This tour is recommended for archeology, history, geography and culture enthusiasts, naturalists, swimmers, active tourists and adventure seekers.

Walk through the city of Alberobello, discovering the historic districts of Aia Piccola and Monti, a UNESCO heritage site since 1997, famous for their characteristic trulli. During the route we will have the opportunity to visit some ancient homes and learn about the history of Alberobello: from its birth as a feudal property to an independent city.

An authentic experience with a local woman,producer of agricultural products.You will learn everything about traditional food and passion

See two of Salento’s coastal gems without having to follow a tour group on this self-guided tour of Castro and Otranto. Get picked up in Lecce and driven to Castro, where you spend the morning swimming, exploring on foot, or boating on your own before lunch at a local restaurant (own expense). Then, your driver takes you along coastal roads to Otranto, which you explore independently during the afternoon.

There’s never been a better time to visit Matera, named the 2019 European Capital of Culture—and this tour makes the sightseeing logistics simple. Meet your guide in Bari and journey via comfortable minivan. Upon your arrival, you’ll visit Matera’s famous sassi (historical cave dwellings); discover centuries-old, rock-hewn churches; sample traditional local snacks, including bread, pastries, and wine; and drop by an artisanal ceramics workshop.

Visit La Valle d’Itria on a day trip from Lecce to discover the highlights of one of Puglia’s most enchanting regions. After a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage–listed village of Alberobello to see its cone-roofed trulli houses, you’ll visit the family-run La Cantina restaurant for a 4-course lunch. With your appetite sated, you’ll finally head to the seaside at Polignano a Mare where sweeping coastal vistas await.