Magnificent Puglia

By Private Car

Tour Departs on: Daily
Number of Nights: 8

Puglia, Italy, spanning the heel of the “Boot”, is renowned for its unspoiled beauty of golden beaches, preserved historic towns with Roman ruins and medieval churches and castles and the exceptionally warm hospitality of the locals. Puglia is a thriving wine region with ancient vineyards and diverse cuisine. During your private car tour with Isram, you’ll explore charming villages such as Alberobello, famous for its iconic trulli houses, which are UNESCO protected, or wander the ancient streets of Ostuni, the “White City.” With its olive groves, crystal-clear waters, and a slower pace of life, Puglia offers a perfect blend of relaxation, cultural discovery and unparalleled scenery.

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Bari, Alberobello, Savelletri Di Fassano, Lecce, Matera, Locorotondo

Tour Departs on: Daily

Tour Includes:

– 8 Nights Deluxe Hotels
– Hotel Breakfast daily
– All touring and entrance fees per itinerary by private car with private local guides
– Arrival and Departure Transfers by Private Car

Highlights:

– Experience a bread-making class in Matera
– Wine tasting at a local winery
– Olive oil tasting at a modern press in Cisternino
– Food Tour in Martina Franca
– Visit to Alberobello, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its iconic trulli structures

City	Nights	Suggested Accommodations
Bari	2	Grand Hotel of Nations
Savelletri di Fassano	6	Masseria San Domenico

Day 1 – Bari

Arrive at Bari’s Karol Wojtyla Airport, where you’ll be greeted and transferred to your centrally located hotel. Spend the remainder of the day at your leisure. Overnight stay in Bari.

Day 2 – Bari

After breakfast, meet your private guide and embark on a guided walking tour of Bari’s Old City. for a fascinating city walking tour of the Old City. Wander through its narrow streets and visit key landmarks, including the Bari Cathedral and the magnificent Romanesque Basilica of San Nicola, which houses the relics of St. Nicholas. Continue to the Castello Normanno-Svevo, a fortress built by the Normans, before heading to Castel del Monte, a unique octagonal medieval fortress built by Frederick II. Overnight at the hotel in Bari. (B)

Day 3 – Bari | Alberobello | Savelletri Di Fassano

After breakfast, travel to Savelletri di Fasano, staying at the recommended luxurious 5-star Masseria San Domenico, a historic property dating back to the Knights of Malta. En route, stop at Alberobello, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its iconic trulli structures—whitewashed, cone-shaped buildings. Explore Terrazzino and Belvedere in Aia Piccola, home to over 400 trulli, and Rione Monte, where trulli are still used as residences. Visit the Church of Saint Anthony and discover artisans at work. Soon arrive at your luxury Masseria property for overnight. (B)

Day 4 – Savelletri Di Fassano | Lecce | Savelletri Di Fassano

After breakfast travel to the Lecce, often called the “Florence of the South”. This walking tour highlights the city’s Baroque treasures, including the Duomo, the Basilica of Santa Croce, the Celestini Palace, and the ancient gates of Napoli and San Biagio. Visit the sunken Roman Amphitheater and the Sant’Oronzo Column. Return to your hotel for overnight.

Day 5 – Savelletri Di Fassano | Matera | Savelletri Di Fassano

This morning travel to fascinating Matera, famed for its ancient “Sassi di Matera” dwellings carved into rock. The Sassi originate from a prehistoric settlement, and are suspected to be some of the first human settlements in Italy. These unique Sassi are houses dug into the calcareous rook itself, and during your visit you’ll have the chance to enter one of these unique houses to see how the inhabitants lived. Discover Matera’s bakery traditions with a bread-making class, learning the secrets of this iconic staple. Return to Savelletri di Fasano for the night. (B)

Day 6 – Savelletri Di Fassano | Locorotondo | Martina Franca | Savelletri Di Fassano

After breakfast, visit Locorotondo, a picturesque village renowned for its wine production and circular historic center. Enjoy a wine tasting session at a local winery. Continue to Martina Franca, known for its elegant Baroque architecture, grand palazzi, and ancient gates. Partake in a food tour to sample the region’s culinary delights. Conclude the day with a visit to Cisternino, where you can stroll through its charming whitewashed streets. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 7 – Savelletri Di Fassano | Ostuni | Cisterino |Savelletri Di Fassano

Today, travel to Ostuni, often called the “White City” for its bright architecture reminiscent of a Greek village. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Adriatic coast and olive groves. Visit the Piazza della Libertà and explore the medieval Old Town. Next, head to Cisternino for an olive oil tasting at a modern press, complemented by bruschetta. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay. (B)

Day 8 – Savelletri Di Fassano

Today is yours at leisure to relax and enjoy the spa and other facilities that are offered in your luxury Masseria hotel. Overnight at the hotel. (B)

Day 9 – Depart

After breakfast travel to Bari for your return flight. (B)

(B) Breakfast

Prices will be quoted according to your selected departure date, number of persons in your party and final hotel selection.