Puglia Experiences

GUIDED FOOD TOUR OF LECCE

On this walking tour, you will discover all the city's beauty through a local perspective. Enjoy the charming streets of the fascinating historic centre and soak up the atmosphere, enriched by the sun-kissed tufigna stone that is so prominent here. During the tour, you’ll visit fascinating landmarks - including Duomo Square, the Cathedral and the Roman Amphitheatre - and will get a chance to try delicious local food, including the best 'rustico leccese' and unique Leccese coffee (iced with almond syrup).

LOCATION: LECCE

PREFERRED BOOKING TIME: AT LEAST 3 WEEKS IN ADVANCE

DURATION: APPROX. 3 HOURS

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INCLUSIONS:

• Walking tour of historic centre
• Local food tasting, including:
  • Rustico Leccese
  • Pasticciotto
  • Leccese coffee
• Visit points (entrance tickets not included):
  • Paper mache store
  • Duomo Square
  • Cathedral
  • Bishop Palace
  • St. Irene Church
  • St. Claire Church
  • Roman Theatre
  • St. Oronzo Square
  • Roman Ampitheater
  • Holy Cross Basilica
  • Celestini Building

GUIDED TOUR AND PICNIC IN ALBEROBELLO

This guided tour is the ideal opportunity to experience all Alberobello has to offer, from fascinating history to charming trulli. Enjoy panoramic views, visit the local trullo church and more. The visit is followed by a ride through the country lanes, across vineyards with a picnic stop to wonderfully end the day.

LOCATION: ALBEROBELLO

PREFERRED BOOKING TIME: AT LEAST 2 WEEKS IN ADVANCE

DURATION: APPROX. 2.5 HOURS

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INCLUSIONS:

• Guided tour of Alberobello with local guide
• Historical information and trulli construction methods
• Visit to trullo church and traditional trullo house
• Ride through countryside with picnic stop

OLIVE OIL TASTING AND COOKING SHOW

On this exceptional tour near Ostuni, guests will visit an underground old olive oil press mill in a traditional Masseria. There will be opportunities to learn how olive oil was produced in the past, and to try some of Puglia’s best olive oils, since it is the biggest producer in the world. The visit is followed by a traditional cooking show where you will be shown how to make fresh pasta (orecchiette or tagliatelle). The lesson will finish just in time to enjoy a delicious lunch at the masseria.

LOCATION: OSTUNI

PREFERRED BOOKING TIME: AT LEAST 3 WEEKS IN ADVANCE

DURATION: APPROX. 2.5 HOURS

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INCLUSIONS:

• Visit to an underground olive oil mill in a traditional masseria
• Learn historical methods of olive oil making
• Fresh pasta cooking show
• Traditional lunch at the masseria

PRIVATE APE TOUR OF MATERA AREA

This exciting, tailor-made experience offers maximum comfort while you enjoy the fascinating scenery of the Sassi di Matera from a private Ape Calessino (three-wheeled motorcycle vehicle). An Ape tour is the perfect starting point for sightseeing, whether you’re seeking a romantic day out or something that's suitable for those with difficulty walking. Pass through three districts of the Sassi as the wind rushes through your hair, with several stops and a guided tour of the city.

LOCATION: MATERA SASSI AREA

PREFERRED BOOKING TIME: AT LEAST 3 WEEKS IN ADVANCE

DURATION: APPROX. 2.5 HOURS

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INCLUSIONS:

• Private Ape tour of Matera area
• Guided tour of the city
• Stops at several landmarks, including:
  • Cathedral
  • Church San Pietro
  • Cave House
  • Santa Lucia alle Malve cave church

PRIVATE WINE TASTING IN CISTERNINO

Sit back, relax and enjoy a private wine and food tasting experience at an authentic, family-owned winery in Cisternino. You will be treated to a guided tour of the beautiful surrounding vineyards and wine production area, visit the museum of farming civilisation, and explore the cellars. Then, you’ll head to the winery to enjoy a detailed wine tasting and food pairing of local Puglian delicacies.

LOCATION: CISTERNINO

PREFERRED BOOKING TIME: AT LEAST 3 WEEKS IN ADVANCE

DURATION: APPROX. 3 HOURS

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INCLUSIONS:

• Private Ape tour of Matera area
• Guided vineyard and production area tour
• Detailed wine tasting and food pairing, including the following:
  • Brioso IGT Bianco Valle d’Itria paired with Friselline al pomodoro, extra virgin olive oil, salt and oregano. 
  • Canzone IGT Bianco Valle d’Itria paired with Sottolio vegetables 
  • Opera IGT Primitivo Valle d’Itria paired with Local salumi | Alternative for vegetarians 
  • Cantus IGT Rosso Valle d’Itria paired with Local cheese Cantabile IGT Rosato di Primitivo Valle d’Itria paired with Orecchiette with tomato, basil and ricotta dura (a special cheese for pasta) 
  • Notturno IGT Passito di Fiano Valle d’Itri paired with Local sweets and dried figs with almonds

BOAT TOUR NEAR POLIGNANO A MARE

Seaside-enthusiasts will certainly enjoy this private boat tour, starting from the Cala Ponte Marina in Polignano a Mare. Enjoy the tour on a catamaran (11m long) or a motor boat (3m long). The boat will sail towards the historic centre, where guests can admire the famous Lama Monachile and Grotta Palazzese. If the weather conditions allow it, the boat will also stop near the cave, and the more adventurous among your party can visit the inside by paddle boards. You’ll then hop back on the boat and head towards several more lovely natural attractions. During the experience, there will be several stops for swimming, and an excellent local prosecco will be served on board.

LOCATION: POLIGNANO A MARE

PREFERRED BOOKING TIME: AT LEAST 3 WEEKS IN ADVANCE

DURATION: APPROX. 1.5 HOURS

PRICE FROM:  €405 PER GROUP (1 - 6 PARTICIPANTS)

INCLUSIONS:

• Private boat tour from Cala Ponte Marina
• Swimming and paddle board stops
• Visits to the following, among others:
  • Cala Corvino Beach in Monopoli
  • Grotta delle Rondinelle
  • Grotta Azzura
  • Grotta Ardito
  • Grotta Palazzese