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The Essential Puglia Tour

8 days
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 30
Ages 6+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Bari

    Start point
    Bari, Bari, Italy (Pick-up from Bari Airport or Train Station)
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  2. Day 2

    Bari

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided morning tour of Bari's historic old town
    • Visit Basilica of San Nicola
    • Explore Piazza Mercantile and Column of Justice

    Optional Activities

    • Norman-Swabian Castle visit and panoramic views (admission not included)
    • Lunch at traditional local restaurant
    • Street food sampling
    Landmarks
    Basilica of San Nicola
    Norman-Swabian Castle
    Piazza Mercantile
  3. Day 3

    Bari - Trani - Castel del Monte - Alberobello

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided exploration of Trani's historic sites including medieval Jewish quarter and Cathedral
    • Visit Castel del Monte UNESCO World Heritage fortress
    • Explore Alberobello and UNESCO-listed trulli dwellings
    • Welcome toast with local white wine and Apulian taralli
    Landmarks
    Trani Cathedral
    Castel del Monte
    Alberobello Trulli
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  4. Day 4

    Alberobello - Matera - Alberobello

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided exploration of Sassi di Matera (Stones of Matera)
    • Visit Romanesque Cathedral with bell tower and panoramic views
    Landmarks
    Sassi di Matera
    Matera Cathedral
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  5. Day 5

    Alberobello - Locorotondo - Ostuni - Lecce

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Free time to explore Locorotondo historic center
    • Free time at Ostuni with views over ancient olive groves

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch at Ostuni
    • Shopping at Ostuni
    • Tasting Ostuni olive oil and local products
    Landmarks
    Locorotondo
    Ostuni
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  6. Day 6

    Lecce - Otranto - Maglie - Lecce

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner (Dinner at Masseria L'Uliveto historic farmstead with regional cuisine)

    Included Activities

    • Three-hour guided tour of Lecce historic old town center
    • Visit 12th-century Cathedral
    • Visit Basilica of Santa Croce
    • Free time to explore Otranto at own pace
    • Visit Otranto Cathedral
    • Dinner at Masseria L'Uliveto with regional cuisine

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch in Otranto
    Landmarks
    Lecce Cathedral
    Basilica of Santa Croce
    Otranto Cathedral
  7. Day 7

    Lecce - Martina Franca - Masseria Montenapoleone - Monopoli - Bari

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Lunch at Masseria Montenapoleone with prepared regional pasta and local wines)

    Included Activities

    • Free time to explore Martina Franca and view Cathedral, Ducal Palace, and Clock Tower
    • Authentic Puglian cooking experience at Masseria Montenapoleone
    • Learn to make regional pasta shapes (orecchiette)
    • Lunch with prepared dishes and local wines
    • Explore fortified seafront citadel of Monopoli
    Landmarks
    Martina Franca
    Monopoli
  8. Day 8

    Bari

    End point
    Bari, Bari, Italy (Drop off to Bari Airport or Train Station)
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Last-minute shopping in Bari
    • Last-minute sightseeing in Bari

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3 hours
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4.5
Overall rating based on 31 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.5
  • Transport
    4.4
  • Guide
    4.6
  • Accommodation
    4.4
  • Food
    4.4
  • 4.7

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  • The Essential Puglia Tour reviewer 1
    May 1st, 2026
    Very pleasant tour of Puglia. The itinerary was good as it covered the major towns in a leisurely pace. Hotels were...
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    Traveled in April 2026
    Reply from: Eskapas
    Hi Peter Thank you very much for your review. Kind Regards, Aysegul
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  • E
    November 29th, 2025
    The tour just kept transferring us from one tour group to another. I was never informed that Eropomundo was picking...
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    Traveled in November 2025
    Reply from: Eskapas
    Hi Elizabeth Can you please reach out through your booking page to understand more about your airport issue. Kind Regards , Aysegul
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  • A
    November 21st, 2024
    It was such an enjoyable and fun tour. Next year, I’m planning to come back with my close group of friends. Thank...
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    Traveled in November 2024
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  • A
    November 21st, 2024
    We had a great time in Paris. Isabelle was an exceptional guide, and her thoughtful perspective on Normandy added so...
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    Traveled in November 2024
    Review collected by Eskapas
  • A
    November 21st, 2024
    The Seine River cruise and the Versailles tour were definite highlights of the trip both were stunning and so...
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    Traveled in September 2024
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  • A
    November 21st, 2024
    I’ve never been on a better tour. Long, multi-city trips aren’t my style, so spending five days solely in Paris was...
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    Traveled in April 2023
    Review collected by Eskapas
  • A
    November 21st, 2024
    As an older couple, we joined this tour with some concerns about keeping up with the group, but we were pleasantly...
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    Traveled in November 2023
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  • A
    November 21st, 2024
    It was a great tour experience. I've been to Paris several times before, but I wanted to explore it with a tour this...
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    Traveled in October 2024
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  • A
    November 21st, 2024
    Our tour group had around 40 people, which felt a bit large; fewer participants would have been ideal. The hotel was...
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    Traveled in January 2023
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  • A
    November 21st, 2024
    This tour exceeded all expectations. From the carefully organized itinerary to the optional activities and smooth...
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    Traveled in July 2024
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    Kristen

    Asked on February 21st, 2026

    Could you kindly advise which hotels we would be staying at? I also plan to arrive Bari a day early - would there be airport transfer if arriving on April 22 for the start of April 23 tour?

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    Flights / Transfers
    • EskapasOperatorWritten February 2026

      The definitive tour hotel is usually sent 3 weeks before the trip

      • Bari Excelsior Hotel Bari 4* or similar
      • Alberobello Grand Hotel La Chiusa di Chietri 4* or similar
      • Lecce Hotel Delle Palme 4* or Hotel Mercure President 4* or similar

      In case you book through Eskapas Travel your pre-accommodation we can amend your airport transfer to Apr 22.

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    Hayley

    Asked on October 29th, 2025

    How will i know the transport form the airport? will i be getting confirmation about which hotel soon so I can share this with my family?

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    Transport
    • EskapasOperatorWritten October 2025

      You will see a sign with your name on it at the airport. Your tour starts on November 6th. I will be sending your hotline list on Monday or Tuesday.

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      Hayley

      TravelerWritten November 2025

      Is this right? What will the sign say?

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      Hayley

      TravelerWritten November 2025

      I wanted to come to Perlin a day early and stay in the hotel that will be for the tour.

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    Veronica

    Asked on August 5th, 2025

    Can you operate this tour the other direction - From Budapest to Berlin?

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    • EskapasOperatorWritten August 2025

      It is a group tour and cannot be reversed. There are only limited spaces left for September. Please advise if you are interested with the normal itinerary?

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    Youssef

    Asked on March 31st, 2025

    How are prices determined for different categories of hotels during the tour?

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    • EskapasOperatorWritten April 2025

      Hotel prices during tours vary based on hotel star rating and availability. For example, during Christmas, Eiffel Tower View Hotels range from 750-1200€ per night, while normal 3-star hotels cost between 350-450€.

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    Alexander

    Asked on March 24th, 2025

    I need to talk to a live agent about the mode of transportation for each location and the hotel category. If the company is picking us up the hotel for each segment of the trip. Do we have to pay in full at the time of booking?

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    • EskapasOperatorWritten March 2025

      This trip is fully escorted from the beginning to the end with a bilingual guide in English and Spanish. Your hotels are 3-star tourist class hotels in the mentioned cities which are also mentioned at the product page under Accommodation Title. The transport between cities are organized with a 46 seat AC bus. The booking is normally initiated with a deposit (20%) payment if the tour date is more than 65 days to booking date. So here the trip date is close and full payment has to be done.

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    Sarah

    Asked on January 19th, 2025

    do you provide a customisable private tour around Germany and Austria for a group of around 6-9 people?

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    • EskapasOperatorWritten January 2025

      We can have a look to see if it is possible. May we ask what your per person budget would be? A customized/private tour around Europe in the Summer may be on the expensive side.

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      Sarah

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      We plan to spend around 2.4- 2.5k euros per person, excluding air tickets.

    • EskapasOperatorWritten January 2025

      Unfortunately we do not provide custom private tours in Central Europe. We have escorted coach tours.

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    Kathleen

    Asked on December 29th, 2024

    Can travellers choose different hotels throughout their stay?

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    • EskapasOperatorWritten December 2024

      Travelers can opt to stay at different hotels during their tour, like starting at a more expensive hotel and then moving to a more economical option.

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    Maria Jesus

    Asked on December 19th, 2024

    What kind of support is available during the tour for emergencies?

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    • EskapasOperatorWritten December 2024

      Travel support during the tour includes help with arranging emergency contacts and insurance information, ensuring a safe and well-supported experience.

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    Hero

    Asked on December 1st, 2024

    What is the cost of private guides?

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    • EskapasOperatorWritten December 2024

      The price of private guides ranges from around 150€ for a 2-hour tour to 275€ for a 4-hour tour. These are accessible for pets.

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    Fede

    Asked on November 22nd, 2024

    What are the options for transferring between tour locations?

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    • EskapasOperatorWritten November 2024

      Transport options such as shuttles to the airport and possibly private transfers between tour locations are available, with prices varying.

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