Puglia Discovery - 9 days

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8 nights

Puglia Discovery - 9 days

COACH TOUR: Our most comprehensive tour of Puglia in southern Italy! This 9-day coach tour takes in the best of the region, including Bari, Lecce, the cave dwellings of Matera and the mysterious Caste

£3395 pp
£2886 pp excluding flights £361 per night
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COACH TOUR: Our most comprehensive tour of Puglia in southern Italy! This 9-day coach tour takes in the best of the region, including Bari, Lecce, the cave dwellings of Matera and the mysterious Castel del Monte. Stay in a traditional Trulli house in Alberobello, stroll through the 'White Towns' of Locorotondo and Ostuni and sample fresh organic olive oil at an Italian farmhouse. Visit the 'Pearl of Puglia' in Trani, learn how to make traditional pasta and visit the pretty coastal towns of Monopoli and Polignano a Mare.
  • Bari - Enjoy a guided tour of the Puglia region's capital city, taking in the Basilica of San Nicola and the central square, Piazza Mercantile
  • Trani - Admire the whitewashed 12th-century cathedral and delve into the vibrant Jewish quarter in the city known as the 'Pearl of Puglia'
  • Castel del Monte - See this ancient UNESCO-listed fortress, which is octagonal in shape and shrouded in mystery
  • Alberobello - Spend two nights in a Trulli, a traditional conical-shaped house made from local Italian limestone
  • Matera - Explore the historic centre of the city, Sassi di Matera, which is known for its cave dwellings carved into a river canyon
  • Ostuni - Stroll around this pretty whitewashed town independently, see some of the 3,500-year-old olive trees and taste the local olive oil
  • Lecce - Join a guided tour of 'Florence of the South' to see the Baroque architecture of the Old Town and Piazza del Duomo main square
  • Supersano - Tuck into authentic local cuisine at a rural farm on the final night of our tour and see how pasta is made the Italian way
  • Gallipoli - Take a day trip to this vibrant town, known for its nightlife, pretty harbour and historic outer walls
  • Monopoli - Discover this fortified coastal town and nearby Polignano a Mare, known for its idyllic coves and beaches

The Nicolaus Hotel



The Nicolaus Hotel is located in the residential district of Poggiofranco on the outskirts of Bari, 10 minutes by taxi from the city centre. This well equipped, modern hotel features an indoor pool, gym, sauna, Turkish baths and a hot tub. Dining options include The Seasons restaurant, serving a range of Puglia specialities. Or there is The Roof on the 14th floor, serving high quality a la carte meals in a roof garden. Stylish rooms offer free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, TV and ensuite bathrooms, and the majority of rooms feature a balcony.





Trulli Holiday Albergo Diffuso



Accommodation with a difference! Located in Alberobello, Trulli Holiday Albergo Diffuso gives guests the chance to sleep in a real 'Trullo' - a traditional stone building with a conical roof. Each Trullo offers antique furnishings and a private bathroom, and all have vaulted ceilings boasting original stone features. The rooms are UNESCO-protected thanks to their cultural importance. Breakfast is served in the communal dining room and there is an onsite spa and wellness centre. Free Wi-Fi is also available.





Hotel Delle Palme



This conveniently located 4-star hotel is just 10 minutes on foot from Lecce's historic centre. Free Wi-Fi connection is offered throughout the property, and a daily buffet breakfast is served onsite. The large a la carte Estia restaurant also serves popular regional cuisine, as well as typical Italian and international dishes. Recently refurbished guest rooms come with a minibar, air-conditioning, safe, TV and ensuite bathroom.

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