Puglia for Kids: 7-Day Family Discovery Tour

Your Apulian journey starts with zero rush. Once you pull up to the estate, unpack your bags and let the kids explore every corner of their new home for the week.

Spend the afternoon floating in the pool, running across the lawns, or simply relaxing under the shade of the olive trees while everyone settles into the local rhythm. In the evening, sit down together for a relaxed dinner at the property, tasting authentic local flavors and building excitement for the days ahead.

Dinner included and overnight stay at the hotel.

Roll up your sleeves after breakfast for a hands-on bread-making workshop. Guided by local bakers, kids will love getting their hands sticky, shaping dough, and discovering how simple ingredients turn into fragrant Apulian bread in a traditional oven.

In the afternoon, head to Matera for an effortless family adventure aboard an open-air Tuk-Tuk. As you zip through the ancient Sassi, a kid-friendly story guides the way, bringing the stone alleys to life through the eyes of the animals that once called them home. Back at the estate, unwind with a late afternoon swim or time to play on the lawns before a quiet dinner on-site.

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Keep your watch in your bag this morning after breakfast. There are no alarms or early meetups—just time to enjoy a long breakfast, swim in the quiet pool, or relax under the trees. Lunch is entirely up to you, at the property or in a nearby village.

As the sun begins to lower, meet your guide in Alberobello to wander the winding alleyways of the trulli district, hunting for secret symbols painted on the stone roofs. As night creeps in, head underground into the magical depths of the Castellana Caves, where dynamic lighting turns dramatic stalactites and caverns into a natural theater set.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Apulian breakfast at the hotel. The morning belongs to young foodies in Polignano a Mare. Young chefs and parents learn the art of shaping traditional pasta orecchiette during a kid-friendly cooking workshop. Enjoy the lunch after the proud family tasting session.

In the afternoon, head down to the harbor for a 90-minute Boat Tour along Polignano's Caves.  You'll cruise past iconic landmarks and sea caverns, from the world-famous Grotta Palazzese to Grotta delle Rondinelle, down to picturesque Cala Port’Alga, Grotta degli Innamorati and the solitary Scoglio dell’Eremita. Along the way, drop anchor in the bluest waters for a refreshing swim, and enjoy a classic Apulian aperitif on board with crisp taralli and a glass of chilled prosecco for the adults (and drinks for the kids).

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Morning in Bari, the city of Saint Nicholas and  the summer holiday home of Santa Claus. A fun ride aboard the tourist train through Bari Vecchia: the perfect way to explore iconic alleys and the seafront while keeping little legs rested. 

From town back to countryside, step into nature for an interactive beekeeping experience in Cassano. Suited up in full protective gear, kids and adults can safely observe the fascinating life of the hive up close, learning how honey is made straight from local experts and tasting the sweet fresh harvest. 

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

A full day of excitement at Zoosafari and Fasanolandia, one of Europe’s largest animal parks.

Start with a drive-through safari from the comfort of your car, spotting lions, giraffes, elephants, and zebras up close. Continue on foot through the pedestrian area, monkey village, and tropical room, then dive into the rides and attractions of Fasanolandia.

Return to the estate in the late afternoon for a final relaxing dip in the pool.

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

A quiet morning at the estate to wrap up your Apulian journey. Enjoy a final leisurely breakfast in the countryside, a last walk through the green lawns, or time to pack your favorite local souvenirs.

Check-out and transfer to the airport or train station for your journey home.