Could you please clarify the difference between "Standard" and "Premium" hotel options? Also, as a 40 yr old female solo traveler planning to join in July or August, I'm curious about the typical age range of participants on this trip. Any tips for solo travelers would also be appreciated!

The difference between "Standard" and "Premium" hotel options is that with the Premium option you'll have better rooms or better hotels but with the Standard option you would also have an excellent experience! The typical age range actually varies, so we had young couples travelling with us as well as older retired couples or brothers travelling together or moms and daughters or widows/widowers or singles. It really depends!

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Silver Operator: Europeando Europa
City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: Spanish
Group Size 4 - 15
All Ages Welcome

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Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Bari
Bari
Start point
Via Giulio Petroni 15, 70124 Bari Bari, Italy (Arrival on your own at the Hotel Excelsior, 14:00 - 23:55)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel Excelsior**** - comfort), Hotel 5* (Grand Hotel delle Nazioni***** - luxury)
Day 2
Trani
Trani
Meals
Breakfast (Buffet breakfast at the hotel), Snack (Focaccia tasting with a drink in Bari)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel Excelsior**** - comfort), Hotel 5* (Grand Hotel delle Nazioni***** - luxury)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Bari with local guide
- Panoramic tour of Norman-Swabian castle, port, Margherita and Petruzzelli theatres
- Walking tour of Bari Vecchia old town
- Visit Basilica of San Nicola
- Visit Trani Cathedral
- Focaccia tasting with a drink in Bari
Optional Activities
- Shopping for crafts and typical products in Trani port area
Landmarks
Norman-Swabian Castle
Basilica of San Nicola
Margherita Theatre
Petruzzelli Theatre
Trani Cathedral
Day 3
Ostuni - Lecce
Ostuni - Lecce
Meals
Breakfast (Buffet breakfast at the hotel)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel delle Palme**** or Grand Hotel Lecce**** - comfort), Hotel 5* (Hotel Patria Palace***** - luxury)
Included Activities
- Visit Polignano a Mare old town
- Visit Ostuni
- Visit Ostuni Cathedral
Landmarks
Ostuni Cathedral
Day 4
Gallipoli - Otranto - Lecce
Gallipoli - Otranto - Lecce
Meals
Breakfast (Buffet breakfast at the hotel)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel delle Palme**** or Grand Hotel Lecce**** - comfort), Hotel 5* (Hotel Patria Palace***** - luxury)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Lecce with local guide
- Visit Lecce Cathedral
- Visit Basilica of Santa Croce
- Visit Celestini Palace
- Visit Roman Theatre
- Explore Piazza San Oronzo
- Visit Gallipoli historic centre
- Visit Otranto walled city
- Visit Otranto Castle
- Visit Otranto Cathedral
Landmarks
Lecce Cathedral
Basilica of Santa Croce
Roman Theatre
Piazza San Oronzo
Gallipoli Historic Centre
Otranto Cathedral
Day 5
Alberobello - Matera
Alberobello - Matera
Meals
Breakfast (Buffet breakfast at the hotel)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel San Domenico al Piano**** - comfort), Hotel 5* (Eurostars Hotel La Suite***** - luxury)
Included Activities
- Visit Alberobello
- Visit Matera Sassi district
Landmarks
Alberobello
Matera Sassi
Day 6
Civita - Altomonte - Cosenza
Civita - Altomonte - Cosenza
Meals
Breakfast (Buffet breakfast at the hotel)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel Royal**** - comfort and luxury)
Included Activities
- Visit Civita
- Visit Altomonte
- Visit Norman Tower
- Visit Church of Santa Maria della Consolazione
Landmarks
Church of Santa Maria della Consolazione
Day 7
Tropea - Pizzo - Cosenza
Tropea - Pizzo - Cosenza
Meals
Breakfast (Buffet breakfast at the hotel), Snack (Tartufo - typical local gelato tasting in Pizzo)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel Royal**** - comfort and luxury)
Included Activities
- Visit Tropea
- Visit Pizzo
- Tartufo - typical local gelato tasting in Pizzo
Landmarks
Tropea
Pizzo
Day 8
Paola - Praia a Mare - San Nicola Arcella - Salerno
Paola - Praia a Mare - San Nicola Arcella - Salerno
End point
Piazza Vittorio Veneto, Piazza Vittorio Veneto, Salerno, Salerno 84123, Italy (Here or in any point of the centre of the town, 17:00 - 17:30)
Meals
Breakfast (Buffet breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Sanctuary of San Francesco di Paola
- Admire bay of Praia a Mare
- Visit San Nicola Arcella
Optional Activities
- Island of Dino boat excursion to view caves and stalagmites
Landmarks
Sanctuary of San Francesco di Paola
Island of Dino
San Nicola Arcella

Landmarks
Norman-Swabian Castle
Basilica of San Nicola
Margherita Theatre
Petruzzelli Theatre
Trani Cathedral

Landmarks
Ostuni Cathedral

Landmarks
Lecce Cathedral
Basilica of Santa Croce
Roman Theatre
Piazza San Oronzo
Gallipoli Historic Centre
Otranto Cathedral

Landmarks
Alberobello
Matera Sassi

Landmarks
Church of Santa Maria della Consolazione

Landmarks
Tropea
Pizzo

Landmarks
Sanctuary of San Francesco di Paola
Island of Dino
San Nicola Arcella

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Hotel Excelsior**** - comfort
Hotel 4*
Days 1, 2
Grand Hotel delle Nazioni***** - luxury
Hotel 5*
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Hotel delle Palme**** or Grand Hotel Lecce**** - comfort
Hotel 4*
Days 3, 4
Hotel Patria Palace***** - luxury
Hotel 5*
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Hotel San Domenico al Piano**** - comfort
Hotel 4*
day 5
Eurostars Hotel La Suite***** - luxury
Hotel 5*
day 5
Hotel Royal**** - comfort and luxury
Hotel 4*
Days 6, 7

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Stephen4.5•September 2026
The Dolomites tour was well planned with some flexibility and exceeded our expectations. Accomodation was well chosen...
The Dolomites tour was well planned with some flexibility and exceeded our expectations. Accomodation was well chosen and met our needs. All breakfasts at all locations exceptional. The bilingual differences in commentary and instructions was difficult and at times left us frustrated. Perhaps modern technology headsets could overcome this. Our driver was exceptional in his driving and worked well with the team leader. They made us feel safe. Meeting points need to be pre-planned for different conditions eg shade for heat, shelter for rain. The guided walking tour was disappointing in its delivery.Show more
Mary5.0•May 2026
I thoroughly enjoyed this tour. The itinerary was excellent and the logistics were easy but above all, what made the...
I thoroughly enjoyed this tour. The itinerary was excellent and the logistics were easy but above all, what made the difference was our truly talented Tour Guide Alessandro. He provided us with a wealth of information and always tried to ensure that we were having a good time and making the most of our tour. He stands among one of the best Tour Directors that I have met. Thank you Alessandro and Europeando Europa. MaryShow more

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Could you please clarify the difference between "Standard" and "Premium" hotel options? Also, as a 40 yr old female solo traveler planning to join in July or August, I'm curious about the typical age range of participants on this trip. Any tips for solo travelers would also be appreciated!
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- Europeando EuropaOperator•Written June 2025
  The difference between "Standard" and "Premium" hotel options is that with the Premium option you'll have better rooms or better hotels but with the Standard option you would also have an excellent experience! The typical age range actually varies, so we had young couples travelling with us as well as older retired couples or brothers travelling together or moms and daughters or widows/widowers or singles. It really depends!

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