Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Bari to Matera
Bari to Matera- Accommodation
- Hotel (Donna Eleonora Residence)
Optional Activities
- Evening stroll through illuminated historic streets of Matera
- Explore the vast, ancient Sassi districts
- Visit cave-dwelling architecture
- Enjoy authentic Italian coffee on a quiet terrace
- Discover light and shadow contrasts in the historic center
Landmarks Tramontano Castle Matera Cathedral 
- Day 2
Matera
Matera- Meals
- Breakfast (Continental breakfast at Donna Eleonora Residence)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Donna Eleonora Residence)
Optional Activities
- Visit Matera Cathedral for views over the city
- Discover reconstructed cave homes (casa cava)
- Explore rock churches such as Santa Maria de Idris with reconstructed frescoes
- Coffee break at Lanfrancchi Caffee with private balcony and panoramic views
- Descend into underground water cisterns on main square to learn about ancient water supply
Landmarks Sassi di Matera Santa Maria de Idris 
- Day 3
Matera to Monopoli via Bari
Matera to Monopoli via Bari- Accommodation
- Hotel (Fanfulla)
Optional Activities
- Walk along Lungomare promenade hugging the coastline
- Explore narrow, winding alleys of Bari Vecchia
- Relax on public sandy beach of Pane e Pomodoro
- Browse local shops and restaurants on Via Sparano pedestrian zone
- Experience charming, illuminated evening atmosphere of Monopoli
Landmarks Bari Vecchia Pane e Pomodoro Beach Porta Vecchia Beach 
- Day 4
Polignano a Mare and Monopoli
Polignano a Mare and Monopoli- Accommodation
- Hotel (Fanfulla)
Optional Activities
- Walk through charming historic center of Polignano a Mare
- Relax at iconic Lama Monachile beach between cliffs
- Take boat tour to view sea caves and town from new perspective
- Swim in crystal-clear waters of hidden cove
- Long, leisurely lunch with fresh local seafood overlooking Adriatic
Landmarks Polignano a Mare Historic Center Lama Monachile Beach 
- Day 5
Alberobello and Monopoli
Alberobello and Monopoli- Accommodation
- Hotel (Fanfulla)
Optional Activities
- Wander through fairy-tale streets of Alberobello with traditional trulli houses
- Visit unique two-story Trullo Sovrano to learn about history
- Discover clever traditional water collection systems in stone homes
- Spend serene afternoon on sand at Lido Bianco or Porto Rosso in Monopoli
- Walk along scenic coastal path connecting hidden bays
Landmarks Alberobello Historic Center Trullo Sovrano 
- Day 6
Monopoli to Bari
Monopoli to Bari
