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Alberobello’s UNESCO-listed “trullo” dwellings are among the most unique sights in Puglia, and the Trullo Sovrano is the town’s crown jewel. With this advance ticket, visit the only trullo built on two levels and experience what is was like to live here as you take in the re-created period living area, kitchen, and bedroom. Stand beneath the conical roof that reaches 45 feet (14 meters) and admire the charming architecture.

If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Bari, you've come to the right place! With this digital guide created with the support of a local, you will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace. You'll get to know the stories and curiosities of Bari! But also you will discover everything about local foods, Italian Aperitivo in authentic local restaurants, and much more!

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.

Immerse yourself in a hands-on cooking class in Lecce. Learn to make orecchiette and maccheroni al ferretto, enjoy fresh sauces, local wines, and traditional Salento specialties in a cozy family setting. The small-group lesson of no more than seven people means you'll get plenty of attention from your teacher, plus, you'll leave with recipes to take home with you.

Alberobello is famous for its distinctive cone-shaped “trulli” buildings and this tour is the perfect shortcut to help you discover its highlights. Walk around the town with a private guide to lead the way, so you don’t get lost, and learn where to find the most beautiful views of the local Apulian architecture. To round off the tour, you can expand your knowledge of local produce, as a tasting session is also included.

Enjoy this 2h30-street food tasting tour into one of the most enchanting and magic cities of the Southern Italy. Walk into the old town and taste the best local street food. Be impressed by the taste of the "rustico", soft puff pastry disc filled with mozzarella, tomato and bechamel, the flavour of local cheese, the crunchy tarallini, the "pasticciotto" freshly baked: a short pastry stuffed with custard and even more! See the jewels of Baroque architecture like Basilica of Santa Croce and Piazza Sant'Oronzo with the "Sedile", the old city Hall. Let yourself be attracted by the soft atmosphere in Piazza Duomo. This tour is the perfect formula to join a visit to the city to tasting of local specialties!

The unique caves of their kind, the swim in the crystal clear waters of our seats, the aperitif on board, the fantastic sunset that will accompany us until we return to the port.

Visit the ancient ruprestrian homes and churches of Matera without the stress of coordinating bus and train schedules with this tour that includes round-trip transportation from Bari. Take a guided walking tour through the oldest quarters of this UNESCO-listed city, stopping to visit an ancient cave church and a home carved into the cliff. End with free time to explore, shop, and dine on your own before returning to Bari.

Explore Barletta, one of Puglia’s loveliest, yet little-known, cities on a tour with a private guide. You’ll discover the history behind its monuments, and learn about its culture with stories of Barletta traditions and dialect. The walking tour is bookable for private groups of two or more people, for a fun and educational experience that helps you get more out of your time in the city.

Explore the Lecce countryside on a premium E-bike along an easy flat 28 km (17-mile) route. Ride through quiet rural roads to ancient villages and discover Salento’s traditions. In Sternatia, meet Gaetano—a storyteller and poet who speaks Griko, the ancient Greek dialect of the Grecìa Salentina. With him, explore a 15th-century underground olive oil mill, hear a poem in Griko, and learn stories about lamp-oil traders, village life, and this unique cultural enclave. Continue through two villages of the Grecìa Salentina, home of the Griko people, a Greek-speaking community with 3,000 years of history. In Galatina, visit the Basilica of Santa Caterina d’Alessandria, famous for its 14th-century Giotto-style frescoes. Stop at Pasticceria Ascalone, birthplace of the Pasticciotto (1740) At 1 PM, a private taxi (included) takes you back to Lecce. NOTE: Optional Primitivo wine tasting and traditional Puglian lunch (extra cost; private groups only; request one week in advance).

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.

Join a local tour guide and explore the heart of Leece, following a carefully curated itinerary that covers some of the area's best places. Discover the city's stunning Baroque architecture, starting at Piazza Sant'Oronzo with its Roman amphitheater. Explore the historic old town, including Lecce's Roman, Baroque, and ancient Jewish quarters. Conclude your evening with a delightful, sweet tasting of il pasticciotto, a dessert. With a minimum of two participants, this tour ensures an intimate and memorable experience.

Visiting the Wine Museum of the Frrud Winery is equivalent to making a journey through time through centuries of history during which wine is the constant element and where the knowledge of the past mixes with the immersive experience in the flavors of the present through the tasting of our wines paired with local cheeses and cured meats. Duration: 60 min Wines for tasting: 3 Typical products: bread, focaccia, cheeses and dairy products

Explore the charming village of Cisternino with a private guide during this walking tour. See a traditional Puglian village including its historic landmarks such as the Church of San Nicola and a Norman tower dating back to the 11th century. Admire views over the Itria Valley and get lost in the narrow alleys of the old town. Get individual advice for where to eat and drink in Cisternino from your private guide.

See Bari by rickshaw, and enjoy a fun take on a 3-hour historical tour of the city. As you relax, your guide drives the rickshaw around the city’s little-known corners and landmarks. Swing past the Basilica of St. Nicholas in Bari Old Town, and then travel to two of the city’s museums, which are decided on the day. Perhaps hop out to discover underground Roman walls in Il Succorpo della Cattedrale di Bari or walk among the art exhibitions of the Swabian Castle. As an extra bonus, a tasting of home-made Italian ice cream is included.

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.

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.

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.

With its whitewashed homes and magnificent cathedral, Ostuni is a highlight of Puglia’s Itria Valley. Take in its old town in just a few hours with this walking tour led by a private guide. Admire the main square and Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta and learn about their history and architecture, then stroll along lanes lined with traditional workshops to the Aragonese walls to take in the views over the countryside.

Experience Alberobello beyond typical sightseeing with a private guided tour that brings the traditional trulli village to life. Enjoy a relaxed pace with personalized attention, avoiding crowded tourist spots, and benefitting from local expertise you won’t get on self-guided trips. As you wander charming streets and explore artisan shops, this immersive journey offers a deeper connection to Apulian culture—ensuring memorable moments in a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Explore the history of Lecce with a private guide during a walking tour. Meet your guide at a departure point and set out on a stroll of the historic center including top landmarks like the Santa Croce Church and Sant’Oronzo Square. Learn about Lecce dating back to medieval times and go underground at the Jewish Museum. This private tour can also be personalized according to your interests.

Authentic Bari: live it like a local Forget the usual tours. Get ready for a total immersion in Bari Vecchia, where you will not be a vacationer, but the protagonist of the day. We will start from the Margherita Theatre, suspended over the water, to continue in the historic centre. What makes this trip unique? The Kit of the True Barese: I will teach you to communicate "the Apulian way". You will receive a Guide to gestures and expressions to speak using only your hands and face! The Queens of Pasta: At the Lower Arc you will see the ladies' hands flying between water and flour. History and Mystery: Between St. Nicholas and the Cathedral, I will reveal the secret legends about the Saint who gave birth to the myth of Santa Claus. Focaccia sulle Mura : Panoramic aperitif with real Bari focaccia, hot and crisp, enjoying the scent of the sea. We will say goodbye in Piazza Mercantile with my insider tips on where to continue your culinary adventure. Book now and discover the irresistible soul of Bari!

This tour takes you to discover two of the most famous UNESCO sites in Puglia and Basilicata. The only thing you will have to worry about is taking your camera with you: we will take care of the rest. During the guided tours, you will be accompanied by professional and reliable guides, while our driver will be waiting for you comfortably at the end of each experience. For private tours, we guarantee a complete service: we will pick you up and take you directly back to your hotel, for a worry-free experience, full of comfort and discovery.

This tour invites you to explore three of Puglia’s most beautiful hidden gems: the cliffside charm of Polignano a Mare, the whitewashed elegance of Locorotondo, and the coastal beauty of Monopoli, with its historic harbor and sunlit piazzas. Each town offers its own unique blend of history, culture, and breathtaking scenery. From dramatic sea views to quiet cobblestone streets, this journey is perfect for anyone who loves discovering the authentic heart of Italy.