Puglia Small Group Tours
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10 best Puglia small group tours
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- Highlights of Puglia Small Group Tour - 9 Days
- Group trip Puglia and Matera Unesco wonders 7 days 2024/2025
- Premium Puglia
- Seductive Southern Italy
- Discover Matera and Taste of Salento Tour
- Apulia & Basilicata: A Slow Taste of the South
- Perfect Puglia - 6 days
- PUGLIA & MATERA - 7 DAYS/6NIGHTS
- Magical Apulia region - 6 Days (Small Group)
- Magical Rome & Puglia - 9 Days (Small Group)
Groups limited to 12 travelers enjoy intimate experiences like traditional cooking demonstrations at Masseria le Stanzie and private tours of Locorotondo's circular historic center. The small setting allows flexibility to explore hidden corners of Alberobello's trulli district.
Duration 9 days Destinations Bari, Trani, Castel del Monte, Alberobello, Matera, Locorotondo, Ostuni, Otranto, Lecce, GallipoliSee all destinations Age Range 4 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type Group Operator Click Tours From $8,891
36% Off- NZ$5,690You save $3,201
A small group of 8 travelers delves into Puglia's highlights with certified guides, participating in hands-on cheese making in Andria and intimate dinners in traditional trulli. Ideal for ages 50+ seeking cultural immersion.
Duration 7 days Destinations Bari, Trani, Andria, Altamura, Matera, Polignano a Mare, Monopoli, Alberobello, Locorotondo, OstuniSee all destinations Age Range 50 to 70 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 8 Group Type Group Operator Turisti in Puglia From
36% Off- NZ$5,596
Select groups of 15 travelers discover Puglia's hidden corners, ensuring intimate experiences at local olive farms dating to Roman times. Personal attention highlights Lecce's baroque architecture tours and exclusive access to Nardo's historic palazzos, including stays at the converted 13th-century Baronial Palace.
Duration 8 days Destinations Polignano a Mare, Nardo, Matera, Naples Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Operator Intrepid Premium From $8,580
30% Off- NZ$6,006You save $2,574
Seductive Southern Italy
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The hotels were great with comfortable bedding. The food and service were great.”
Georgene, traveled in January
Intimate groups of 7-10 travelers stay at the luxurious Cala Ponte Hotel. Personal access to Castellana Caves and private tastings at local olive farms await. Tours of Alberobello's trulli houses and Locorotondo's white alleys become more meaningful with fewer participants.
Duration 10 days Destinations Naples, Amalfi, Salerno, Altamura, Matera, Ruvo di Puglia, Polignano a Mare, Lecce, Ostuni, OtrantoSee all destinations Age Range 25 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 14 Group Type Group Operator Culture Trip From $5,589
15% Off- NZ$4,751You save $838
Discover Matera and Taste of Salento Tour
23 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The freshly cooked food Emilio prepared daily was very tasty and beautifully presented and the accommodation was comfortable.”
Trish, traveled in May
A cozy group of 4 stays at a traditional Masseria farmhouse amid 11 hectares of olive groves. The small gathering enables visits to family-run vineyards near Lecce and private cooking classes, plus personalized tours of Ostuni's white city and Alberobello's trulli houses.
Duration 10 days Destinations Brindisi, Lecce, Otranto, Gallipoli, Alberobello, Ostuni, Matera Age Range 20 to 86 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 6 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Soleto Travel From $5,490
15% Off- NZ$4,666You save $823
Apulia & Basilicata: A Slow Taste of the South
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Wonderful tour, great tour guides, terrific weather, comfortable hotels, fine food, excellent tour service.”
Gene, traveled in October
Duration 8 days Destinations Bari, Alberobello, Locorotondo, Polignano a Mare, Matera, Andria, Lecce, Ostuni, Gallipoli, Trani Age Range 10 to 100 year olds Operated in English, German, French, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 7 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator My Art Collection Travel From
15% Off- NZ$10,516
Perfect Puglia - 6 days
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was an incredible experience. I would highly recommend it to anyone.”
Patricia, traveled in May
Duration 6 days Destinations Bari, Trani, Castel del Monte, Matera, Alberobello, Locorotondo, Ostuni, Lecce, Otranto Age Range up to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type Group Operator On The Go Tours From $5,315
15% Off- NZ$4,518You save $797
Groups of 6+ travelers uncover Puglia's hidden gems together. The intimate setting allows exclusive access to local spots from Ostuni's white-washed alleys to Monopoli's medieval streets, creating meaningful connections while discovering regional secrets.
Duration 7 days Destinations Bari, Alberobello, Monopoli, Polignano a Mare, Ostuni, Lecce, Otranto, Gallipoli, Matera Age Range 18 to 39 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 8 Group Type Group Operator Italy on a Budget Tours From
15% Off- NZ$3,734
Magical Apulia region - 6 Days (Small Group)
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Alberobello hotel was maybe 3 star, not 4 star like Bari and Lecce hotels.”
Janice, traveled in May
Small parties of up to 15 travelers uncover Puglia's highlights from Bari to Lecce. The limited size ensures exclusive access to historical sites like Norman-Swabian Castle and intimate dinner experiences at authentic farmhouses like Masseria le Stanzèe in Supersano.
Duration 6 days Destinations Bari, Trani, Castel del Monte, Alberobello, Matera, Locorotondo, Ostuni, Otranto, Lecce Age Range 4 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type Group Operator Click Tours From $5,802
36% Off- NZ$3,713You save $2,089
Magical Rome & Puglia - 9 Days (Small Group)
“This was a great package. Very well organised at all points of contact. Everything was done/organised to a very high standard. Hotels is excellent. The guides first class, who were more than happy to go the extra mile to ensure everyone had their needs met. We met well traveled and interesting people. An adventure of a life time! Thank you”
A select group of 15 travelers uncovers Puglia's treasures, from Bari's Norman-Swabian Castle to Alberobello's trulli houses. The intimate setting enables immersive experiences in local masserie and personal attention during guided tours of Lecce's Baroque architecture and Otranto's medieval quarters.
Duration 9 days Destinations Rome, Bari, Trani, Castel del Monte, Alberobello, Matera, Locorotondo, Ostuni, Lecce Age Range 2 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type Group Operator Click Tours From $8,037
31% Off- NZ$5,545You save $2,491
Reviews of Small Group tours to Puglia
- Discover Matera and Taste of Salento Tour
I traveled with my husband in December and booked this tour last minute. We were curious to visit Matera and spend a few days in a Masseria in Salento. The tour was beyond our expectations. The family atmosphere, hospitality and generosity of the people involved in the tour made us feel at home and part of that family. The food cooked by Emilio was delicious, he prepared a different dish for us every day. A big plus of the tour is the fact of letting yourself be guided by a local person to discover the picturesque villages, a different one every day. Matera, on the other hand, is a fairytale city, I now understand why it was chosen as a location for so many films! The cave room is amazing. Abundant tasting of wines and local products! A mention for the local guide of Matera, Mr. Cosimo, friendly and helpful and very knowledgeable! A tour that we highly recommend! Thanks to Omar from SoletoTravel for making everything so easy.
- Apulia & Basilicata: A Slow Taste of the South
My Art Collection offers a personalized and immersive tour experience in Rome, led by knowledgeable and passionate guides. Highly recommended!
- Magical Apulia region - 6 Days (Small Group)
Thank you Tour Radar for an amazing Puglia tour. Thank you to Angela, our tour guide for your hospitality and knowledge. We will see you next time… Arrivederci!
What our customers ask about Puglia Small Group Tours
What is the typical size of small group tours in Puglia?
Most small group tours in Puglia keep numbers between 7-15 participants creating a comfortable setting for exploring the region's highlights. This size allows travelers to move easily through spaces like the compact Jewish Quarter in Trani or the ancient Sassi caves of Matera. Boutique accommodations such as Hotel Belvedere in Matera regularly host these intimate groups. As confirmed by a TourRadar traveler: "With groups of maximum 7 people we guarantee an intimate and engaging experience."
What unique accommodation experiences are available on small group tours in Puglia?
The region offers distinctive places to stay that connect travelers with local culture. Options range from authentic trulli houses at Hotel Palazzo Paciotti in Alberobello to renovated cave dwellings at Corte San Pietro in Matera. Traditional masserias near Ostuni provide a rural farm stay experience. A TourRadar traveler shares: "The accommodation was newly completed and although not luxurious was clean and beautifully appointed giving us an authentic experience staying with a local family at their olive oil farm."
What is the best season for small group tours in Puglia?
The most pleasant times to visit are spring (April-May) and fall (September-October). These seasons offer mild temperatures perfect for walking through sites like Castel del Monte and Lecce's baroque streets. Summer temperatures can reach above 40°C making outdoor exploration difficult. According to a TourRadar traveler: "May was perfect - we had lovely weather for exploring Matera's Sassi and Alberobello's trulli with hardly any other tourists around."
What specialized food experiences are available on small group Puglia tours?
Food experiences focus on hands-on learning and local connections. Travelers can join private orecchiette-making classes in Bari visit family wineries in Locorotondo and eat traditional meals at working farms. A TourRadar participant notes: "Emilio fixed a light breakfast every morning and prepared fabulous dinners using fresh organic local ingredients paired with regional wines - his passion was evident in every meal."
What level of guide interaction can you expect on small group Puglia tours?
Small numbers allow for direct access to expert local guides. Specialists like Cosimo in Matera and Emilio in Salento share detailed knowledge of their areas and facilitate meetings with local craftspeople. A TourRadar guest observed: "Having just four people meant our guide could adapt the pace to our interests and take time answering all our questions about local life."
How much walking is involved in small group tours of Puglia?
Daily walks typically cover 2-4 kilometers through historic areas such as Matera's Sassi and Alberobello's trulli zone. Tours include regular breaks for rest and refreshments while exploring cities like Lecce and Ostuni. A TourRadar participant notes: "While there was daily walking through beautiful historic centers and countryside the pace was manageable and our guide was very accommodating to different fitness levels."