Hiking & Trekking Tours & Trips in Puglia
Walking tours in Puglia follow ancient paths that wind through olive groves and coastal stretches, with daily routes covering 3-8 kilometers. Our travelers love exploring Matera's cave homes on foot and spotting rare birds in the limestone cliffs of Alta Murgia National Park. Most tours include overnight stays in both Matera and Alberobello, so you can blend morning walks with afternoon visits to these fascinating UNESCO sites. The routes connect charming whitewashed villages - you'll walk from Cisternino to Ostuni past trulli houses and make stops at local farms for fresh cheese and olive oil tastings.
10 best hiking & trekking Puglia tours
Compiled by
MelissaPuglia travel expert at TourRadar
- Walking in Puglia & Matera
- Self Guided Walking in Puglia: From Lecce to Matera
- Italy: Between Trulli and Trabocchi - Coastal Hiking on the Adriatic Coast
- Puglia Walking Tour
- Puglia and Matera Walking & Hiking Tour
- Walk&Rail in Salento 2020
- The path of the gorges: From Matera to Alberobello11 Days
- Hiking Puglia's Highlights 8 Days
- The Trulli Coast : Via Francigena, Trulli & Sea 8 Days
- Puglia Coastal Trek - Otranto to Finisterrae (8 days)
Walking in Puglia & Matera
“Walks were right length and Puglia and Basilicata were very different regions.”
Alistair, traveled in May
Walk 13km through the Itria Valley's ancient olive groves and vineyards to find Alberobello's UNESCO-protected trulli houses along scenic paths. The route then takes you to Matera's limestone canyon ridge for views across the Murgia plateau, home to 150 Rupestrian churches with Byzantine frescoes dating back to the 8th century.
Duration 8 days Destinations Alberobello, Locorotondo, Ostuni, Lecce, Bari, Polignano a Mare, Matera Age Range Ages 16+ Physical Rating Easy Distance 267 mi Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $3,321
12% Off- US$2,925
Puglia's architectural treasures and coastal landscapes unfold on this walking tour. The journey features distinctive lodging, regional gastronomy, and thoughtfully designed routes through UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Duration 8 days Destinations Lecce, Otranto, Ostuni, Coreggia, Locorotondo, Alberobello, Martina Franca, Matera, Gravina Age Range Ages 16+ Physical Rating Easy Distance 244 mi Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
12% Off- US$1,865
Coastal paths and cultural sites blend in this hiking adventure. Daily 5-6 hour walks lead to hidden trails, ancient valleys, and secluded beaches, while authentic culinary experiences enhance the journey.
Duration 11 days Destinations Bari, Alberobello, Baia delle Zagare, Baia di Vignanotica, Vieste, Termoli, Isole Tremiti, Pescara, Ortona, Rome Age Range Ages 30+ Operated in Only: German Physical Rating Moderate Distance 399 mi Operator Travel To Life From
12% Off- US$2,267
Puglia Walking Tour
“Loved strolling through the gentle hills and valleys of Puglia, past trullies, individual plots for olives and almonds.”
AprilEdwards, traveled in May
Rich cultural heritage meets moderate hiking in Puglia's historic terrain. Daily guided walks of 2-4 hours interweave with UNESCO site visits, traditional farm stops, and baroque towns, fostering genuine connections to regional traditions and cuisine.
No departure dates availableDuration 7 days Destinations Bari, Polignano a Mare, Alberobello, Ostuni, Lecce, Matera, Locorotondo Age Range Ages 14+ Physical Rating Moderate Distance 252 mi Operator Italy With Pleasure Puglia and Matera Walking & Hiking Tour
“Not only smooth-as-silk perfect but delightful beyond expectation. An insider's look at Italy and the feeling of being one of the family.”
Elise, traveled in May
Duration 8 days Destinations Bari, Otranto, Lecce, Ostuni, Matera, Alberobello, Locorotondo, Cisternino, Trani, Alta Murgia National Park Age Range Ages 25+ Operated in English, Italian Physical Rating Easy Distance 400 mi Operator Caspin Journeys From
12% Off- US$4,825
Walk&Rail in Salento 2020
“The towns I visited were lovely, the accommodations were beautiful, the swimming was great, and the gelati was delicious!!”
Deidre, traveled in May
No departure dates availableDuration 8 days Destinations Lecce, Otranto, Gagliano del Capo, Gallipoli, Galatina Age Range All Ages Welcome Physical Rating Moderate Distance 92 mi Operator Salento Bici Tour 
This self-guided route takes you through Puglia's rupestrian civilization to see cave villages like Il Casal and Rivolta connected by ancient stone stairways, plus Sant'Angelo in Massafra, Italy's only two-story rock church. Walk through Bosco Selva oak forest and old sheep trails into Monte Camplo reserve.
Duration 11 days Destinations Matera, Montescaglioso, Laterza, Castellaneta, Mottola, Massafra, Crispiano, Martina Franca, Alberobello Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Physical Rating Easy Distance 70 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
12% Off- US$1,442
Walk 8km through Parco delle Chiese Rupestri near UNESCO-listed Matera (about 3 hours, 260m climbing) to see rock-hewn churches and gorge views. Later, trek 10km through Gargano National Park's ancient Umbra Forest with 150m elevation gain, then check out Lamacornola's medieval rock village near Ostuni.
Duration 8 days Destinations Bari, Alberobello, Ostuni, Matera, Vieste, Vico del Gargano Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Physical Rating Easy Distance 269 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
12% Off- US$2,285
Duration 8 days Destinations Fasano, Savelletri, Monopoli, Polignano a Mare, San Vito, BA, Conversano, Castellana, Putignano, Alberobello Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Physical Rating Moderate Distance 40 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
12% Off- US$1,157
The coastal path leads from Otranto to Punta Palascia lighthouse, Italy's easternmost point where you can see across to Albania 71km away over the Adriatic. Walk the Cipolliane Trail with its sea caves, swim in Acquaviva Bay fed by freshwater springs, and check out ancient Messapian walls in Castro.
Duration 8 days Destinations Otranto, Porto Badisco, Santa Cesarea Terme, Marittima, Tricase, Marina Serra, Gagliano del Capo, Lecce Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Physical Rating Moderate Distance 59 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
12% Off- US$963
