Top Bari Nature Walks

Choose the Boat Tour of the Caves of Polignano a Mare and be enchanted by the cliffs overlooking the sea and the crystal clear waters! During the excursion you will visit all the caves of Polignano, including the famous Grotta Palazzese and Grotta delle Rondinelle, along the coast to Cala Port’alga and Grotta degli Innamorati, passing through the Scoglio dell’Eremita. The tour includes an aperitif on board based on taralli and prosecco and offers the opportunity to stop for a dip in the bluest waters of the Polygnane coast. The departure is from the Port of San Vito, just 10 minutes by car from the center of Polignano; an optional transfer service is also available. With Pugliamare, the experience becomes a perfect combination of sea, relaxation and taste, for an unforgettable day between nature and Apulian flavors.

If you’ve only got limited time to discover the highlights of Puglia, then this tour is an ideal choice. Save yourself from the hassle of organizing car hire and go on this pre-planned adventure instead. Along the way, tick off Puglian gems such as Alberobello and Monopoli—without the stress of following a big tour group around, as you have the freedom for independent adventures once you arrive at each stop.

Optimize your time in Bari and explore the city's culture and cuisine in a single tour on this biking excursion through the old town. Meet your guide and small group to explore the city's highlights on bike without getting footsore, plus stop to sample gourmet delicacies at a local bakery, brewery, deli, and more. Try specialties from ‘focaccia barese' to 'panzerotti' while learning about the culinary history and traditions of this coastal city.

Let's choose together 3 of these places in Puglia (within 50 km) for a suggestive and personalized tour! I will be your Tour-Angel who will guide you around Puglia through the most beautiful and suggestive places of this fascinating Region.Personalized or themed tours to make you experience emotions that only this land can give you. Contact with nature, crystal clear sea, characteristic villages that preserve their ancient history and local traditions. The healthiest and tastiest gastronomy of all southern Italy, with products from the sea and the land. The nightfall gives these places a unique magic that is reflected in its many castles, its watchtowers on the sea, the youth nightlife, the stone of ancient Romanesque cathedrals and its always cheerful welcoming people. Contact me and your holiday in Puglia will be unforgettable and if you want. I will make you feel like real Apulians!! I'll wait for you from me!

Taste your way around town with this street food tour of Bari, and learn about the city’s signature treats from an expert guide. Starting with a walk around Bari’s Old Town, the tour introduces you to standout sights such as the Basilica of St. Nicholas and its sacred crypt. Continue to explore the cobblestoned enclave, trying fresh focaccia, salumi, panzerotti, and homemade gelato.

Unlike traditional historical walking tours, this experience focuses on Bari’s darker legends, mysterious events, and local folklore passed down through generations. The evening setting creates a unique atmosphere, where narrow medieval alleys and dimly lit squares become the perfect backdrop for chilling stories. With a small group format, the storytelling becomes immersive and engaging, allowing you to experience the city from an unexpected and captivating perspective.

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.

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.

Visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one day—and see some of southern Italy's greatest treasures—on this tour of Puglia and Basilicata. First, with just a small group for company, explore Matera, including the Sassi area, a complex of dramatic cave dwellings carved into the mountainside. Nearby, rock churches house 13th-century frescoes. Then it’s on to Alberobello to see the Trulli, an awe-inspiring collection of conical limestone dwellings.

Maximum 10 people per group. Nothing crowds, no rush. Here is the best way to discover not only all the most important monuments of Bari, but also the typical angles and hidden paths. If you have a few hours or days in Bari - it doesn't matter! - this tour is a must. You will have a unique and expert guide for those who want to get the best and the best out of the city. Meeting point in front of the Castle.

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.

We will skirt the cliff and its bays through the path Le Matinelle. Along this rocky coast with high and continuous walls overlooking the sea, far from the city, it will be possible to admire the colorful bee-eater, and listen to its unmistakable verse similar to a "crane-crane". It is a migratory bird with a kite wingspan, which winters in tropical Africa and reaches our territory in late spring, to nest along the sandstone walls. This beautiful coastal scenic path leads to Le Conche, a shady pine forest close to a cliff on which you can see dinosaur footprints dating back about 120 million years, now included in the Geosites Register. The route will end at Torre Olivieri, a 16th century lookout tower located at the mouth of Lama Paterna, a small erosive valley typical of the Apulian landscape, which conveys rainwater from the Murge karst plateau towards the Adriatic Sea.

Experience a culinary journey through the charming streets of Bari with our exclusive Walking Food Tour, guided by a knowledgeable local. Indulge in a feast for the senses as you delve into the rich food culture of the city, savoring an array of delectable treats such as the iconic focaccia barese, crispy sgagliozze, mouthwatering panzerotto, succulent grilled octopus sandwich, and irresistible gelato. This immersive excursion offers more than just a taste of Bari's culinary delights; it provides an intimate opportunity to uncover hidden local gems, from traditional eateries to bustling markets, where you can interact with friendly vendors and learn about the city's gastronomic traditions firsthand. Join us for a gastronomic adventure like no other, where every bite tells a story and every step reveals the soul of Bari.

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 won't have to think about anything for your day of shopping and relaxation. You will comfortably reach Puglia Village-Molfetta by private transfer departing from Bari. Upon your arrival, you will receive your Village Card which will allow you to take advantage of discounts of up to 10% in all shops, and a coupon for a breakfast or aperitif. Multilingual reception and assistance. At the end of this day there will be your private transfer back to Bari.

Discover the best of Puglia with a day tour between the sea and Valle d’Itria, accompanied by an Expert Tour Leader. The experience starts with Polignano a Mare, famous for its spectacular cliffs and the old town overlooking the sea, among white alleys and breathtaking views. Continue towards Ostuni, the picturesque White City, where you can admire the Cathedral, the Scoppa Arch and the characteristic narrow streets surrounded by centuries-old olive groves. Last stop Locorotondo, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy, with its well-kept old town, white houses and views of the countryside of the Valle d’Itria. A complete experience between culture, landscapes and authenticity, ideal for an unforgettable day in Puglia.