Puglia Tours & Trips
Visit the Sassi, the ancient cave homes in Matera where people lived in carved stone for thousands of years. Ride your bike through Apulia's beautiful countryside, and try organic olive oil at a traditional masseria. Swim near Gallipoli's beautiful coast, known as the Ionian Pearl, and see Lecce's beautiful baroque buildings that earned it the name "Florence of the South."
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Julianne • traveled in May, 2025
I had an absolutely wonderful stay and experience . It was better than I had anticipated . It was wonderful staying on a working olive farm with the family who owns it . I felt like part of the family . Emilio is a great chef , the food was truly representative of the local PUGLIAN cuisine using all local ingredients. A very relaxed way of discovering southern Puglia -the Salento region including wine tasting , chocolate tasting with multigenerational companies ( and VERY delicious!) along with pasta making lesson and of course sightseeing to the many different places in the Salento .THANKYOU Emilio , Michael and of course Antonio ( papa) for a truly local and delightful experience . GRAZIE MILLE
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Amy • traveled in September
I was very pleased with all aspects of my trip ie. hotel, tour guides and transportation provides for the excursions as well as my driver to the airport on my date of departure. My only compliant is with the transportation from the airport on the date of my arrival since he left because I wasn’t able to make it to the arrival lounge within an hour for meetup because of the time it took from departing the plane, going through customs and waiting on my baggage. The driver did try to contact me but it was over WhatsApp and do t receive notifications since I rarely if ever use that app and Eskapas didn’t let me know to expect communications through that app. Other than the initial dissatisfaction with that and having to get other transportation as well as an added expense for an Uber I was very satisfied with the rest of the experience.
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Tina • traveled in April, 2025
Enjoyed my trip. Fabio was an excellent tour guide.
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Taste of Salento-Authentic Culinary Experience
79 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Emilio and his family are so lovely. Very welcoming and friendly and Emilio is also an amazing cook.”
Mary, traveled in July
A family-run masseria near Gallipoli hosts intimate tours rated 4.8/5 by 70+ travelers. Lecce's baroque treasures, Alberobello's trulli houses, and Otranto's medieval quarters enchant visitors. Chef Emilio leads cooking classes, with daily guided excursions and 6 farm-fresh dinners with wine pairings.
Duration 7 days Destinations Marina Serra, Santa Maria di Leuca, Gallipoli, Lecce, Alberobello, Ostuni, Maglie, Otranto, Porto Badisco, Brindisi Age Range Ages 20+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Soleto Travel From $2,509
20% Off- US$2,007You save $502
The Essential Puglia Tour
30 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Our itinerary played out as described in the final time table.”
Mike, traveled in March
The octagonal UNESCO fortress Castel del Monte and Lecce's Baroque old town with its Basilica of Santa Croce anchor this 8-day journey. Seven nights at 4-star hotels like the Excelsior Hotel Bari provide comfortable bases, and regional specialties at Masseria L'Uliveto in Maglie showcase local flavors.
Duration 8 days Destinations Bari, Trani, Castel del Monte, Alberobello, Matera, Locorotondo, Ostuni, Lecce, Otranto, MaglieSee all destinations Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Eskapas From $3,650
9% Off- US$3,322You save $329
Baroque grandeur of Lecce leads to Polignano a Mare's dramatic cliffs. UNESCO sites like Alberobello's trulli houses complement Gallipoli's cosmopolitan coast. Premium hotels including Delle Palme 4* in Lecce welcome visitors with deluxe motorcoach transportation between destinations.
Duration 8 days Destinations Bari, Trani, Castel del Monte, Alberobello, Matera, Locorotondo, Ostuni, Lecce, Otranto, MaglieSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Click Tours From $5,220
36% Off- US$3,341You save $1,879
Highlights of Puglia
56 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was obvious that Sonia had researched each destination, allowing us a good start on arrival.”
Ruth, traveled in August
Bari's historic quarter opens to Lecce's Baroque architecture. UNESCO-listed Matera's cave hotels and Alberobello's trulli houses provide unique stays. Altamura's famous bakeries, Castel del Monte's medieval fortress, and Otranto's cathedral mosaics complement local wine and cheese tastings.
Duration 8 days Destinations Bari, Altamura, Alta Murgia National Park, Matera, Gravina, Putignano, Alberobello, Locorotondo, Castellana, MonopoliSee all destinations Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Explore! From $2,870
7% Off- US$2,670You save $200
Highilights of Apulia, 8 day Tour from Bari to Bari
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“We had a wonderful trip. Our guides were excellent and provided detailed explanations.”
fred, traveled in January
Puglia's distinctive landscape features unique trullo house stays in Alberobello and three UNESCO sites. The tour winds through Trani's Jewish quarter, Ostuni's white city, with traditional cuisine served at Masseria le Stanzìe farmhouse.
Duration 8 days Destinations Bari, Trani, Andria, Alberobello, Matera, Locorotondo, Ostuni, Otranto, Lecce, Martina FrancaSee all destinations Age Range Ages 24+ Operator Soleto Travel From
7% Off- US$3,964
Apulia & Lecce, Self-Drive
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The suggestions for the itinerary and the choice and quality of the accommodations were excellent.”
Tony, traveled in April
Alberobello's iconic trulli houses and Matera's UNESCO-listed Sassi caves headline this adventure. Lecce's baroque churches, Otranto's Aragonese Castle, and Trani's Romanesque cathedral dazzle visitors staying at Hotel Ramapendula and Art Hotel & Park.
Duration 8 days Destinations Bari, Alberobello, Polignano a Mare, Trani, Castel del Monte, Altamura, Matera, Martina Franca, Ostuni, OtrantoSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator TUI Italia From $1,282
15% Off- US$1,089You save $192
Cycle Puglia
29 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The small country roads. Visiting the town of Matera. Trulli Houses. Monopoli.”
Peter, traveled in September
Rolling through Puglia's whitewashed towns covers 35km daily. The route includes Altamura's historic bakeries, UNESCO-listed Matera's Sassi district, and Alberobello's iconic trulli. Cheese-making demos at local caseificios, wine tastings at masserias, and stays in characterful hotels enhance the journey.
Duration 8 days Destinations Bari, Alta Murgia National Park, Altamura, Matera, Alberobello, Cisternino, Locorotondo, Conversano, Monopoli, Savelletri Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Explore! From
15% Off- US$2,620
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Best time to visit Puglia
- Spring 2026
Spring fills Puglia's countryside with wildflowers, and the mild weather makes it perfect for active tours. Our cycling and walking routes through Alberobello's trulli district get excellent feedback, especially when combined with rides past blooming orchards and olive groves. If you join us in April or May, you'll stop at local cheese makers to try fresh mozzarella and burrata right where it's made. The spring light makes Lecce's baroque details pop, while coastal paths to Otranto and Polignano a Mare are peaceful before the summer rush. The cycling tours cover about 35km each day with plenty of stops for coffee, gelato and cultural visits - our guests love how we mix active mornings with laid-back afternoon exploring.
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- Summer 2026
Summer tours take full advantage of Puglia's two coasts, starting with culture early then cooling off in clear waters later. Many guests particularly enjoy staying in traditional trulli houses in Alberobello, which stay naturally cool when temperatures rise. We walk through Ostuni's white-washed lanes in the morning, then head to local masserias for olive oil tastings in cool tasting rooms. Some evenings include cooking classes using what's in season, followed by dinner outdoors in historic courtyards. The coast offers secret swimming spots near Monopoli and Gallipoli, while inland routes through Valle d'Itria catch refreshing breezes.
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- Fall / Autumn 2026
Fall is all about harvest season, with tours that get you involved in grape picking at family vineyards and olive gathering in ancient groves. Matera takes on a special quality in autumn - our travelers often mention how the evening lights create something magical in the sassi neighborhoods. You'll find special cooking workshops using just-picked ingredients, plus visits to Altamura's bakeries where you'll see how they make their famous bread. The routes from Monopoli to Gallipoli cross both coasts, with quiet beaches and perfect weather for mixing walks with cultural stops. The harvest season really brings out connections with local families, who often share their traditions with our small groups.
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- Winter 2026 / 2027
Winter brings a different side of Puglia, when the olive harvest is in full swing and historic sites feel more intimate. Our small groups start in Bari then wind through Trani's medieval Jewish quarter and up to the fascinating Castel del Monte. You'll warm up in traditional masserias during hands-on pasta making classes, right next to fireplaces that have seen centuries of winters come and go. Many of our visitors tell us that exploring Matera's cave homes without summer crowds lets them really connect with the place, especially when followed by wine tastings in snug underground cellars. The season's quiet pace means more genuine time with local families, who often invite our groups to join their winter celebrations and help prepare seasonal dishes.
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