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Flavours of Puglia and Matera
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Alberobello
Castel del Monte, Italy
Matera, a UNESCO city
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Dairy farm visit with tasting
Italy

Flavours of Puglia and Matera (Tour code: 17037)

Starts and Ends
in Bari
Travel Periods
until 31 October 2027
Experience
Travel Style
Escorted Group Tour
Discover the rich cultural heritage, coastal charm and celebrated food traditions of Puglia and Matera on this intimate six-day small group tour by minivan.

Highlights

Discover Alberobello’s famous trulli houses and meet local artisans in this UNESCO-listed village

Savour the renowned Moscato di Trani during a guided tasting and discover the winemaking traditions of this unique region

Explore Matera's remarkable Sassi district, including a visit to a traditional cave house

Visit a traditional dairy farm for a hands-on mozzarella and burrata making experience

Small group tour with a maximum of 8 guests, departing every Sunday

6 days
From
AUD 4,496
per person, twin share
Travelling with kids? Read more 
All services are subject to availability.

Overview

From historic seaside towns and UNESCO World Heritage sites to local food producers and centuries-old traditions, this six-day journey showcases the very best of Puglia and Matera.

Wander through Alberobello's iconic trulli district, discover the fascinating Sassi of Matera, sample regional wines and flavours, and experience the warm hospitality that makes Southern Italy so memorable. Travelling in a small group of no more than eight guests allows for a relaxed pace and a deeper connection with the destinations you visit.

Inclusions

2 nights in Bari at 4* Hotel Boston or similar
1 night in Matera in a 4* hotel in the Sassi District
2 nights in Trani at 4 * Palazzo Paciotti or similar
Daily breakfast
Sunset guided tour of Trani with aperitif
Dairy farm experience with hands-on mozzarella & burrata making and tasting
Moscato di Trani wine tasting experience
Olive oil mill visit with extra virgin olive oil tasting
Local tasting stops in Polignano a Mare (focaccia & Polignano coffee)
Sassi tour: cave house, rupestrian church and Amaro Lucano tasting
Professional local guides for the tours of Trani, Castel del Monte, Bari, Alberobello, Polignano a Mare and Matera
Transport by Minivan with driver-guide (no tour leader)

Day 1 Bari Trani

Arrival at Bari Airport or Bari Centrale Rail Station, where your private driver waits in the arrivals area with a name sign.

Private transfer to Trani and check-in at your boutique hotel in the pedestrian old town for a two-night stay; our dedicated luggage service takes care of your bags. Free time for the harbour, the Cathedral overlooking the sea and the historic centre, with our practical mini guide to living the city like a local.

Overnight in Trani at Palazzo Paciotti or similar.

Day 3 Trani Bari

Check-out and 9:00am departure from Santa Teresa Church, with luggage loaded by our team. First stop is a traditional dairy farm for a hands-on mozzarella and burrata making experience followed by a tasting, then a local olive oil mill with an extra virgin olive oil tasting.

Arrival in Bari at 3:00 pm and check-in at Hotel Boston or similar. At 6:00 PM, sunset guided tour of Bari Old Town from the Swabian Castle.

Overnight stay in Bari at Hotel Boston or similar.

Breakfast

Day 4 Bari Alberobello & Polignano a Mare Bari

At 9:00 AM you depart for Alberobello and a guided walk through the UNESCO-listed trulli district, meeting local artisans and hearing the stories behind these unique dry-stone houses.

Continue to Polignano a Mare to sample traditional focaccia and the famous Polignano coffee, followed by a walking tour of the historic centre and its panoramic sea-view terraces.

Return to Bari and evening at leisure.

Overnight stay in Bari at Hotel Boston or similar.

Breakfast

Day 5 Bari Matera

Check-out and 9:00 am departure for Matera.

Guided tour of the Sassi district including a cave house, a rupestrian church and an Amaro Lucano tasting, followed by free time until early afternoon. Check-in at a boutique hotel in the heart of the Sassi: the rest of the day is yours to enjoy Matera at your own pace and admire the spectacular sunset over the ancient stone city, one of the most memorable experiences in Southern Italy.

Overnight in Matera in 4* hotel the Sassi district.

Breakfast

Day 6 Matera Bari

Breakfast and check-out.

At 10:00 AM, private transfer from Matera to Bari Airport or Bari Centrale Rail Station.

End of services.

Breakfast

Day 2 Trani Castel Del Monte Trani

At 10:00 AM you meet at Santa Teresa Church and depart for Castel del Monte, the enigmatic octagonal castle of Emperor Frederick II, listed by UNESCO.

Return to Trani for a guided Moscato di Trani wine tasting experience (an introduction to local wine traditions). The afternoon is free. At 6:00 PM, sunset guided tour with aperitif: the Cathedral, the Jewish Quarter and the Villa Comunale.

Overnight in Trani at Palazzo Paciotti or similar.

Breakfast

Additional information

Official language
Italian
Local currency
EURO

FROM price reflects the lowest available price within the advertised travel period (e.g. April to October). Pricing varies depending on travel dates, availability and demand, and may not be available on all departures. Higher pricing applies during peak and shoulder periods. Final pricing is confirmed at the time of enquiry or booking. Please refer to Pricing & Price Conditions for full details, including inclusions, exclusions and other conditions.

Please note that this is a small group tour with a maximum of 8 guests, escorted by a driver-guide (no dedicated tour leader).

Pre/post extra nights and room upgrades can be added on request.

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