Puglia Road Trip: Italy’s Coastal and Cultural Gems

Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Bari to Alberobello

   Bari to Alberobello Show on map

   Start point

   Viale Enzo Ferrari, 70128 Bari Bari, Italy (International Airport of Bari-Karol Wojtyla)

   Optional Activities

   • Explore Alberobello's narrow lanes and Trulli houses

   Landmarks
   Alberobello

   

2. Day 2

   Alberobello - Polignano a Mare

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   Meals

   Lunch (Traditional restaurant in Alberobello with authentic Apulian cuisine)

   Included Activities

   • Guided walking tour of Alberobello's Trulli districts (Rione Monti and Aia Piccola)
   • Lunch at a traditional restaurant in Alberobello

   Optional Activities

   • Stroll along the waterfront in Polignano a Mare
   • Admire panoramic views from terraces in Polignano a Mare
   • Explore the old town atmosphere of Polignano a Mare

   Landmarks
   Alberobello
   Polignano a Mare

3. Day 3

   Alberobello to Matera

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   Optional Activities

   • Explore Matera's historic center and cave dwellings (Sassi)
   • Walk through winding stone streets
   • View the dramatic ravine bordering the old town
   • Visit artisan shops in Matera
   • Visit small museums in Matera

   Landmarks
   Matera

   

4. Day 4

   Alberobello to Lecce

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   Included Activities

   • Guided tour and ceramic studio visit in Grottaglie

   Landmarks
   Grottaglie
   Lecce

5. Day 5

   Lecce

   Lecce Show on map

   Included Activities

   • Meet a master of papier-mâché in her workshop to observe traditional techniques

   Optional Activities

   • Explore Lecce's historic center with ornate churches and palaces
   • Walk through winding alleys and sunlit squares
   • Visit artisan shops in Lecce
   • Visit cafes and markets in Lecce

   Landmarks
   Lecce

6. Day 6

   Lecce to Otranto

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   Optional Activities

   • Stop at scenic viewpoints along the coastline
   • Explore rocky shore and natural pools near Otranto
   • Visit Otranto's historic town center
   • View the Bauxite caves

   Landmarks
   Otranto

7. Day 7

   Lecce to Gallipoli to Ostuni

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   Meals

   Lunch (Traditional restaurant in Gallipoli with regional flavors and fresh seafood)

   Included Activities

   • Lunch at a traditional restaurant in Gallipoli
   • Guided tour of Gallipoli's historic center

   Optional Activities

   • Explore the old town streets and whitewashed buildings
   • View scenic vistas over the Ionian Sea

   Landmarks
   Gallipoli
   Ostuni

8. Day 8

   Ostuni

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   Included Activities

   • Local food harvest and tasting experience

   Optional Activities

   • Explore the medieval old town with maze-like streets
   • Discover hidden courtyards
   • Ascend to hilltop for panoramic views of olive groves and vineyards

   Landmarks
   Ostuni

9. Day 9

   Ostuni to Bari

   Ostuni to Bari Show on map

   Landmarks
   Bari