Explore the enchanting region of Puglia, Italy, with its historic towns, unique trulli homes, and ancient ruins, all while enjoying premium accommodations and expert local guides.
  • Join an expert local guide to explore the ancient ruins of Pompeii, preserved by the eruption of Mt Vesuvius in 79 AD.
  • Explore the unique town of Alberobello, famed for its thousands of fairy-tale trulli homes built in the 14th century.
  • Discover the awe-inspiring maze of ancient sassi homes in Matera, believed to be the third-longest continuously inhabited human settlement in the world.
  • Visit a local olive oil producer on a farm active since Roman times, learn about production techniques, and taste the farm's olive oil.
  • Enjoy a walking tour through the Old Town of Nardo, featuring more than a dozen grand palazzos.
  • Experience a cooking class on traditional Puglia regional cuisine in Nardo.
  • Visit a local winery near Matera for wine tasting and lunch.
Accommodation on this tour is primarily on a twin/multishare basis, with solo travelers paired with others of the same gender. The feature stay is at Relais Monastero Santa Teresa, a converted 13th-century Baronial Palace in Nardo, offering modern comforts and a unique historical ambiance.