Walking in Puglia & Matera

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  Jill

  July 19th, 2023
  4
  Really enjoyed this tour. It was a mix of sightseeing & walking and a good introduction to the Puglia Region. Our...
  Really enjoyed this tour. It was a mix of sightseeing & walking and a good introduction to the Puglia Region. Our Guide was excellent and very professional. During the walks he took account of the varying fitness levels and found a comfortable pace for all.Show more
  Traveled in July 2023
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  Helen

  October 21st, 2019
  4.5
  But I wasn't told that the flight arrival time had changed. I was meeting the group in Bari but they had to wait an...
  But I wasn't told that the flight arrival time had changed. I was meeting the group in Bari but they had to wait an hour at the airport till I got the message. And I had contacted Exodus via chat the day before and this was not mentioned. I also thought that it was misleading to call this a walking trip. The walks were mostly not particularly interesting.Show more
  Traveled in October 2019
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  Darryl

  October 18th, 2019
  4.5
  We really enjoyed our small group tour of the Puglia region. The itinerary was terrific, the accommodation very good,...
  We really enjoyed our small group tour of the Puglia region. The itinerary was terrific, the accommodation very good, the included meals wonderful, and our guide Antonino was excellent. We had a genial group of Brits and Aussies in our troupe of eleven, and the whole exercise was great fun. Our guide's knowledge of the places we went was comprehensive, and the restaurants he recommended gave us the opportunity to experience authentic local regional food and wines. In terms of value for money and enjoyment, it is hard to envisage a better deal than this small group tour.Show more
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  Traveled in September 2019
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  Bruce

  May 30th, 2019
  4
  Fabrizio made this tour very enjoyable! The transportation and meals could be improved and more included. We needed...
  Fabrizio made this tour very enjoyable! The transportation and meals could be improved and more included. We needed a transfer at the end of the tour and none was providedShow more
  Traveled in May 2019
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  Judy

  May 28th, 2019
  4
  Fabrizio absolutely made the tour! He was so wonderful!! We really enjoyed the Arberobello, Ostuni & Matera....
  Fabrizio absolutely made the tour! He was so wonderful!! We really enjoyed the Arberobello, Ostuni & Matera. Fabrizio went above and beyond the call of duty for many things but in particular by accompanying us to Lecce. We would absolutely recommend Fabrizio.Show more
  Traveled in May 2019
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  Roger Smee

  October 10th, 2013
  4
  An enjoyable trip in an area with an abundance of interesting and unusual places. Walking was initially a little...
  An enjoyable trip in an area with an abundance of interesting and unusual places. Walking was initially a little disappointing but all the accomodation and food was of a very high standard. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? The walk from Montescaglioso to Matera. Fantasic views, walking through varied and interesting terrain and very different to the walks at the beginning of the week.The hotels in Ostuni and Matera were fasinating with their querky layouts and interesting history.The food - antipasti, antipasti and more antipasti - absolutly delicious!   What did you think of your group leader? Angelo was an excellent leader who was very mindful of the needs of the group always consulting, advising and making suggestions. His knowledge of the area was excellent. He had great empathy with the local people and worked very hard to make this holiday the best experience possible. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Don't eat or drink too much! Is there anything else you would like to add? We were initially a little disappointed with the walking which was mostly on flat terrain through olive groves but this was more than made up for later in the week when the scenery was varied and at times dramatic. Other aspects of the trip exceeded our expectations the food, the hotels, the leader. Perhaps the holiday should be renamed "Food and walking in Puglia and Basilicata"Show more
  Traveled in September 2013
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  Alistair Astling

  May 20th, 2013
  4
  May is a good time of the year to go to this area as its not too hot. There is plenty of interest particularly in...
  May is a good time of the year to go to this area as its not too hot. There is plenty of interest particularly in Matera. Walks were right length and Puglia and Basilicata were very different regions. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? The first view of Matera old town from the Sassi Hotel - this town is a hidden jewel.The wildflowers of the area which has not been subject to herbicides.Finding out the making pasta by hand is really quite difficult! What did you think of your group leader? Angelo was knowledgeable and friendly but perhaps needed to anticipate the questions of the group. This he will learn as he deals with further groups. Good at getting consensus in the group and arranging meals together etc.  Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Not really - the trip fulfils the description in the brochure.  Is there anything else you would like to add? Having Susie as the observer from Exodus was an added bonus! It is comforting to know that this is company policy to send an observer on the first trip and she helped the group leader improve the quality of the experience.Show more
  Traveled in April 2013