The Essence of Puglia: 4 Days Between Bari, Salento & the Itria Valley

4 Days • 3 Nights

Four days exploring the charm of Southern Italy, from the historic streets of Bari and Lecce to the whitewashed villages of Ostuni and Locorotondo, with a fascinating visit to the Castellana Caves.

Is this trip for me?

Party and nightlife
Relax
Nature and adventure
Cities and culture
Physical effort
Type of trip
Cultural Tour

Starting From €690,00 per person

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Itinerary
Day 1 Day 1

Upon arrival, enjoy a warm hotel meet & greet, followed by check-in and room assignment.

In the evening, take a pleasant stroll before gathering for our welcome dinner, the perfect opportunity to get to know one another and kick off our sensory journey through Puglia.

Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

What's included

Welcome Assistance and Check-in | Welcome Dinner | Overnight Accomodation at the Hotel

Day 2 Day 2

After breakfast, meet your tour leader and depart for Lecce, the renowned Florence of the South. Enjoy a guided walking tour through its elegant Baroque streets, discovering the Roman Amphitheatre, Piazza Duomo and the magnificent Basilica of Santa Croce.

Savour a delicious local food experience with a light lunch featuring Lecce's iconic Puccia and the traditional Pasticciotto pastry.

Continue to Ostuni, the enchanting White City, where you'll have free time to wander through its maze of whitewashed alleys, charming artisan shops and picturesque squares, while enjoying spectacular panoramic views.

Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

What's included

Breakfast | Tour Leader Assistance | Transfers | Tastings | Overnight Accomodation at the Hotel

Day 3 Day 3

After breakfast, meet your tour leader and head to Locorotondo, one of Italy's most beautiful villages. Enjoy a guided walk through its charming circular historic centre, with whitewashed houses and traditional pitched-roof Cummerse, followed by free time to explore.

Continue to the spectacular Castellana Caves for a guided underground journey through 3 km of breathtaking natural galleries, reaching depths of 72 metres and revealing extraordinary rock formations, deep chasms and colourful caverns.

End the day with a delightful wine tasting accompanied by dinner, celebrating the authentic flavours of Puglia. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

What's included

Breakfast | Tour Leader Assistance | Transfers | Tastings | Dinner | Overnight Accomodation at the Hotel

Day 4 Day 4

Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel, followed by check-out and a farewell with your tour leader. Take home unforgettable memories, authentic flavours and the beauty of Puglia.

End of the journey!

What's included

Breakfast | Tour Leader Assistance | Hotel Check-Out

What's included

  • Stay in a 4* Hotel (Bari Metropolitan Area)
  • Transfers as per program
  • Activities, excursions, and leisure experiences as per program
  • English-speaking Tour Leader for transfers (Full-Day)
  • English-speaking licensed local
  • Tour Guides for scheduled visits
  • Board & meals as per itinerary program

What's not included

  • Flights/Trains to and from Bari
  • Any transfers not specified in the base program
  • Extra activities, excursions, and optional leisure experiences
  • No other different languages are available
  • Tourist taxes (to be paid on site where applicable)
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FAQ

Would you like to experience even more of Puglia?

Combine this excursion with other experiences by Pugliamare:
You can take part in a cooking class with an aperitif to discover local flavors, or explore the hinterland with a guided tour of Conversano, among history, art, and tradition.

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