Puglia Tours from Bari

What our customers ask about Puglia Tours from Bari

• What's the typical duration of tours starting in Bari, Puglia?

  Tours from Bari last between 5 and 9 days with 8-9 day trips being the most common choice among travelers. The first night often starts at places like Hotel Excelsior or The Nicolaus in Bari before moving on to explore places like Alberobello and Matera. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The 9-day tour was perfect - not too rushed but packed with amazing experiences starting from our first evening in Bari's old town."

• What are the must-see attractions on the first day in Bari?

  The first day in Bari centers around the old town (Bari Vecchia) where visitors explore key landmarks like the Basilica di San Nicola the Norman-Swabian Castle and the Cathedral of San Sabino. A highlight is the "strada delle orecchiette" a street where local women continue the tradition of making pasta by hand. According to a TourRadar traveler review: "Starting in Bari was magical - watching the local ladies make orecchiette pasta right on the street while our guide explained the history was unforgettable."

• What transportation options are available from Bari Airport to the start of the tour?

  Getting from Bari Airport to the city takes about 30 minutes. Visitors can choose between private transfers to hotels like The Nicolaus and Hotel Excelsior public transport or taxis which cost about 25-30 USD. According to TourRadar reviews: "The tour operator arranged our pickup from Bari Airport to Hotel Excelsior - it was seamless and took all the stress out of arriving."

• What unique local experiences are offered on the first day in Bari?

  The first day in Bari gives visitors a taste of local life through food tours in Bari Vecchia visits to the fish market and demonstrations of traditional pasta making. Many tours begin with welcome dinners at local trattorias near accommodations such as The Nicolaus. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Our first evening starting in Bari included an amazing street food tour where we tried fresh focaccia and watched local fishermen bring in their catch."

• What's the best time of year to start a tour from Bari?

  Tours from Bari run best from April to October. May June and September offer pleasant temperatures and smaller crowds making them ideal months to visit. Hotels like The Excelsior and The Nicolaus welcome guests throughout the year. One TourRadar traveler mentioned: "We started our tour in Bari in September - perfect weather for walking tours and the summer crowds had thinned out."

• What are the day trip options from Bari on the first few days?

  From Bari travelers can take day trips to see the trulli houses of Alberobello the cave homes of Matera or the seaside towns of Polignano a Mare and Monopoli. The itinerary often includes stops at Castel del Monte and Trani. One TourRadar traveler noted: "The ride along the sea through Valle d'Itria and the Trulli Matera Alberobello all the places in between were magnificent."