Overview
WHO IS THIS TOUR FOR:
Solo travelers, couples and small groups of friends looking for a relaxed, authentic journey. Small group, maximum 8 guests.
WHAT MAKES THIS 12-DAY TOUR UNIQUE:
• Complete Puglia Grand Tour: Gargano sea caves in Vieste, Monte Sant'Angelo and San Giovanni Rotondo, Trani and Castel del Monte, Bari Vecchia, Alberobello, Polignano a Mare, the Sassi of Matera, baroque Lecce, Otranto, Gallipoli, Taranto, Brindisi, Manduria and Grottaglie.
• Comfort: all transfers in a modern air-conditioned minivan with professional driver, luggage handling included.
• Local experiences: sea caves boat tour, burrata and mozzarella making, olive oil mill tasting, Moscato di Trani and Primitivo tastings, Ape Calessino tours in Otranto, Gallipoli and Taranto, Apecar ride in Brindisi, papier-mache workshop in Lecce and a short ceramics lab in Grottaglie.
• 11 nights in selected hotels with breakfast.
• 24/7 assistance from our local team.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Burrata and mozzarella making, olive oil mill tasting, welcome aperitif in Trani
- Boat excursion to the Gargano sea caves from Vieste
- 11 nights with breakfast: 2 Vieste, 2 Trani, 2 Bari, 1 Matera (Sassi), 4 Lecce
- Papier-mache workshop in Lecce and ceramics lab in Grottaglie
- Luggage handling and transfer service for pedestrian areas
- Private transfers Bari-Vieste on arrival and Lecce-Bari (airport or station) at the end
- Entrance fees: Castel del Monte (skip-the-line), Matera cave house and rock church
- Moscato di Trani wine tour and Primitivo tasting in a Manduria winery
- All transfers in a modern air-conditioned minivan with a professional driver
- Ape Calessino tours in Otranto, Gallipoli and Taranto; Apecar ride in Brindisi
- Tastings: Polignano focaccia and coffee, Amaro Lucano, Lecce pasticciotto and coffee
- 24/7 assistance from the Turisti in Puglia team based in Trani
- Licensed local guides in Trani, Castel del Monte, Bari, Alberobello, Matera and Lecce
- Flights and train connections to and from Puglia
- City tourist tax paid at hotels (EUR 1.50 - 4.00 per person per night)
- Lunches and dinners not specified in the program
- Extra drinks during meals and personal expenses
- Optional activities not included in the official program
- Travel cancellation insurance (optional, upon request)
- Tips for drivers and local guides (optional)
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
Day 1 - Friday: Welcome to Gargano - Arrival in Vieste
1 Stop
Day 2 - Saturday: Vieste Sea Caves & Relaxing by the Sea
1 Stop
Day 3 - Sunday: Monte Sant'Angelo, San Giovanni Rotondo & Trani
3 Stops
Day 4 - Monday: Castel del Monte, Moscato Wine & History
2 Stops
Day 5 - Tuesday: Burrata, Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Bari at Sunset
2 Stops
Day 6 - Wednesday: Alberobello & Polignano a Mare
2 Stops
Day 7 - Thursday: Matera & the Sassi
1 Stop
Day 8 - Friday: From Matera to Lecce - Papier-Mache & Baroque
1 Stop
Day 9 - Saturday: Otranto & Gallipoli by Ape Calessino
2 Stops
Day 10 - Sunday: Taranto & Brindisi - Sea, Memories & Flavours
2 Stops
Day 11 - Monday: Manduria & Grottaglie - Primitivo Wine & Ceramics
2 Stops
Day 12 - Tuesday: Return to Bari & End of the Tour
1 Stop
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Puglia, Gargano, Matera & Salento 12-Day Tour from Bari?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-66706P107
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- Breakfast.
- Burrata and mozzarella making, olive oil mill tasting, welcome aperitif in Trani.
- Boat excursion to the Gargano sea caves from Vieste.
- 11 nights with breakfast: 2 Vieste, 2 Trani, 2 Bari, 1 Matera (Sassi), 4 Lecce.
- Papier-mache workshop in Lecce and ceramics lab in Grottaglie.
- Luggage handling and transfer service for pedestrian areas.
- Private transfers Bari-Vieste on arrival and Lecce-Bari (airport or station) at the end.
- Entrance fees: Castel del Monte (skip-the-line), Matera cave house and rock church.
- Moscato di Trani wine tour and Primitivo tasting in a Manduria winery.
- All transfers in a modern air-conditioned minivan with a professional driver.
- Ape Calessino tours in Otranto, Gallipoli and Taranto; Apecar ride in Brindisi.
- Tastings: Polignano focaccia and coffee, Amaro Lucano, Lecce pasticciotto and coffee.
- 24/7 assistance from the Turisti in Puglia team based in Trani.
- Licensed local guides in Trani, Castel del Monte, Bari, Alberobello, Matera and Lecce.
- Flights and train connections to and from Puglia.
- City tourist tax paid at hotels (EUR 1.50 - 4.00 per person per night).
- Lunches and dinners not specified in the program.
- Extra drinks during meals and personal expenses.
- Optional activities not included in the official program.
- Travel cancellation insurance (optional, upon request).
- Tips for drivers and local guides (optional).
The minimum age to participate is 10. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Puglia, Gargano, Matera & Salento 12-Day Tour from Bari is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Puglia, Gargano, Matera & Salento 12-Day Tour from Bari will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
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If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Breakfast
- Burrata and mozzarella making, olive oil mill tasting, welcome aperitif in Trani
- Boat excursion to the Gargano sea caves from Vieste
- 11 nights with breakfast: 2 Vieste, 2 Trani, 2 Bari, 1 Matera (Sassi), 4 Lecce
- Papier-mache workshop in Lecce and ceramics lab in Grottaglie
- Luggage handling and transfer service for pedestrian areas
- Private transfers Bari-Vieste on arrival and Lecce-Bari (airport or station) at the end
- Entrance fees: Castel del Monte (skip-the-line), Matera cave house and rock church
- Moscato di Trani wine tour and Primitivo tasting in a Manduria winery
- All transfers in a modern air-conditioned minivan with a professional driver
- Ape Calessino tours in Otranto, Gallipoli and Taranto; Apecar ride in Brindisi
- Tastings: Polignano focaccia and coffee, Amaro Lucano, Lecce pasticciotto and coffee
- 24/7 assistance from the Turisti in Puglia team based in Trani
- Licensed local guides in Trani, Castel del Monte, Bari, Alberobello, Matera and Lecce
- Flights and train connections to and from Puglia
- City tourist tax paid at hotels (EUR 1.50 - 4.00 per person per night)
- Lunches and dinners not specified in the program
- Extra drinks during meals and personal expenses
- Optional activities not included in the official program
- Travel cancellation insurance (optional, upon request)
- Tips for drivers and local guides (optional)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
