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
- A Taste of Italy - Walking in Puglia
- Walking in Puglia & Matera
- Italy: Between Trulli and Trabocchi - Coastal Hiking on the Adriatic Coast
- Self Guided Walking in Puglia: From Lecce to Matera
- Puglia and Matera Walking & Hiking Tour
- Puglia Walking Tour
- Self-Guided hiking Tour through Salento (8 Days)
- From the Adriatic Coast to the Ionian Coast and the Treasures of Taras 8 Days
- The Trulli Coast : Via Francigena, Trulli & Sea 8 Days
- Puglia Coastal Trek - Otranto to Finisterrae (8 days)
A Taste of Italy - Walking in Puglia
19 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Excellent tour with good variety. Good fun was had by all in our group!”
Linda, traveled in June
Culinary adventures merge with cultural walks through Puglia, featuring cooking classes and visits to local producers. Market tours, family-run restaurants, and stays in historic towns provide authentic insights into Puglian life, rated 4.8/5 for food experiences.
Duration 8 days Destinations Bari, Altamura, Alta Murgia National Park, Matera, Cisternino, Alberobello Age Range Ages 16+ Physical Rating Moderate Distance 151 mi Operator Explore! From $2,400
8% Off- US$2,200You save $200
Walking in Puglia & Matera
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The food - antipasti, antipasti and more antipasti - absolutely delicious!”
Roger, traveled in October
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 $3,030
7% Off- US$2,830You save $200
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, Mattinata, Vieste, Isole Tremiti, Rome Age Range Ages 30+ Operated in Only: German Physical Rating Moderate Distance 326 mi Operator Travel To Life From
7% Off- US$2,301
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, Locorotondo, Alberobello, Martina Franca, Matera, Gravina Age Range Ages 16+ Physical Rating Easy Distance 192 mi Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
7% Off- US$1,955
Puglia and Matera Walking & Hiking Tour
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The choices of places to visit and hotels were varied and interesting.”
Kathy, traveled in October
No departure dates availableDuration 8 days Destinations Bari, Otranto, Lecce, Ostuni, Alberobello, Locorotondo, Cisternino, Matera, Alta Murgia National Park, Trani Age Range Ages 25+ Operated in English, Italian Physical Rating Easy Distance 314 mi Operator Caspin Journeys Puglia Walking Tour
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“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 
Duration 8 days Destinations Lecce, Otranto, Gagliano del Capo, Patu, Gallipoli, Nardo, Santa Caterina, Galatina Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Physical Rating Easy Distance 111 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
7% Off- US$642
You'll walk through the UNESCO-listed trulli houses of Alberobello, where whitewashed cone-shaped dwellings create a unique landscape in Puglia. The hike from the clifftop town of Polignano a Mare winds through ancient olive groves and vineyards to the Castellana Caves, one of Italy's most impressive karst cave systems. After passing through the hilltop towns of Locorotondo and Martina Franca, the route finishes in the coastal city of Taranto on the Ionian Sea.
Duration 8 days Destinations Polignano a Mare, Castellana, Alberobello, Coreggia, Locorotondo, Martina Franca, Gravina, Taranto Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Physical Rating Moderate Distance 55 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
7% Off- US$1,139
Duration 8 days Destinations Fasano, Savelletri, Monopoli, Polignano a Mare, Conversano, Castellana, Putignano, Alberobello Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Physical Rating Moderate Distance 39 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
7% Off- US$1,174
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, Marina Serra, Lecce Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Physical Rating Moderate Distance 50 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
7% Off- US$977
