Apulia Tours & Trips
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- The best Apulia tour packages
- What people love about Apulia Tours
- Travel Apulia your way
- Best tour companies for Apulia tours
- Popular Apulia Cruise Ships
- Discover Apulia tours for every budget
- Apulia tours for every type of group
- Top Apulia travel itineraries to fit your plans
- Demographics
- Best time to visit Apulia
- Contact our Apulia travel experts
- What our customers ask about Apulia Tours & Trips
The best Apulia tour packages
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MelissaApulia travel expert at TourRadar
Cycling Puglia & Matera
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Unique tour of Puglia, we really enjoyed all aspects of the tour. Region is spectacular and full of surprises.”
suzanne, traveled in September
Eight days of cycling past whitewashed Ostuni and seaside Gallipoli await. Visit UNESCO sites like Alberobello's trulli houses and sample local olive oil at an authentic masseria. This 50+ reviewed tour features 3-4 star hotels and includes bike rental, costing approx. $370 per day with most breakfasts included.
Duration 8 days Destinations Matera, Alberobello, Locorotondo, Ostuni, Gallipoli, Otranto, Lecce Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $3,957
5% Off- NZ$3,740You save $217
Explore Southern Italy
15 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Southern Italy is an outstanding destination to go to for your first trip overseas!”
Alanna, traveled in May
A grand tour of Apulia takes you from Trani's seafront cathedral to Alberobello's trulli dwellings. Visit 3000-year-old olive groves, marvel at Lecce's baroque architecture, and savor local aperitivos. Rest in authentic accommodations including restored trulli houses.
Duration 10 days Destinations Minori, Trani, Lecce, Ostuni, Alberobello, Matera, Bari Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $5,040
25% Off- NZ$3,780You save $1,260
Discover Puglia: Italy's Ancient Heel
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The website is very easy to use and when we called with specific questions we got a very polite and knowledgeable person.”
L, traveled in May
An 8-day odyssey from Matera to Lecce showcases Apulia's treasures. Rest in traditional trulli houses, visit UNESCO-listed Sassi District, and learn cooking at a historic masseria. The white city of Ostuni, local primitivo wine, and Otranto's medieval streets await, guided by local experts rated 4.7/5.
Duration 8 days Destinations Matera, Polignano a Mare, Alberobello, Castellana, Ostuni, Lecce, Otranto Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $3,949
6% Off- NZ$3,730You save $219
Best of Apulia region - 9 days (Small Group)
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The destinations and hotel accommodations were excellent. The tour would be much better just having a group of 20 or less.”
James, traveled in May
The treasures of Apulia unfold from Bari's historic Basilica of Saint Nicholas to UNESCO-listed Alberobello's trulli houses. Luxuriate in 4-star hotels including The Nicolaus and Delle Palme, while visiting medieval gems like Trani's Cathedral and dining at Masseria le Stanzie farmhouse.
Duration 9 days Destinations Bari, Trani, Castel del Monte, Alberobello, Matera, Locorotondo, Ostuni, Otranto, Lecce, GallipoliSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Click Tours From $9,011
36% Off- NZ$5,767You save $3,244
The finest of Apulia awaits with visits to UNESCO site Castel del Monte and Trani's magnificent Cathedral. Relax in 4-star accommodations including Hotel Excelsior Bari, while enjoying 8 breakfasts and 5 dinners. This tour, priced at approx. $590 per day, includes expert English guides and visits to 13 historical towns.
Duration 9 days Destinations Bari, Trani, Castel del Monte, Alberobello, Matera, Locorotondo, Ostuni, Otranto, Lecce, GallipoliSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Click Tours From $9,011
36% Off- NZ$5,767You save $3,244
What people love about Apulia Tours
- Cycling Puglia & Matera
Excellent tour - couldn’t have wished for a better guide or company
- Explore Southern Italy
Enjoyed being in a small group, and enjoying that the group was all female, the tour leader was great
- Discover Puglia: Italy's Ancient Heel
This was a wonderful trip. We visited many, many historic sites and towns, including Alberobello and it’s Trulli houses, Matera and the cave dwelling areas, the Castellana caves, old olive groves, and much more. We had a wine tasting and tour through a beautiful old winery, we walked the coast along Otranto and stopped for a picnic. We had a fun (and funny) pasta making lesson and a delicious dinner in that same restaurant. Overall, the food was excellent. Our small group of 7 or 8, plus our guide Giuseppi and our guide in training, Agatha, made it easy to get to know everyone. Giuseppi was very knowledgeable, friendly, and spoke excellent English. We feel that we now have a really good sense of Puglia. We highly recommend this trip.
Travel Apulia your way
Explore a wide diversity of coach / bus tours through Apulia. We have 6 adventures that vary from 5 days to 9 days. With the greatest number of departures in August, this is also the most popular time of the year.
Discover hidden gems and off-the-beaten paths with over 38 adventures available in Apulia.
Select from our extensive range of 54 fully guided tours to enjoy a worry-free experience through Apulia with our expert guides leading the way.
Choose from over 32 cultural tours and explore historical sites, local traditions and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Apulia. Our cultural tours vary from 4 days to 9 days.
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Discover Apulia tours for every budget
Browse the best budget and luxury tours in Apulia that will take you through unmissable places like Alberobello and Lecce.
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Apulia tours for every type of group
Who are you traveling with?
Group
63 tours in ApuliaExplore a wide diversity of group tours through Apulia. We have 63 adventures that vary from 4 days to 11 days. With the greatest number of departures in October, this is also the most popular time of the year.
Small Group
38 tours in ApuliaVisit Apulia with fewer travelers, ensuring more immersive activities.
Private / Personalized
20 tours in ApuliaEnjoy the exclusivity of our Private Apulia tours, tailored to your own group, preferences and pace with over 20 itineraries to choose from.
Top Apulia travel itineraries to fit your plans
Don't miss out on visiting:
Bari, Alberobello, Monopoli, Polignano a Mare, Ostuni, Lecce, Otranto, Gallipoli, Matera
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Don't miss out on visiting:
Minori, Trani, Lecce, Ostuni, Alberobello, Matera, Bari
Demographics
Discover unforgettable adventures designed for all ages! Whether you're young or young at heart, our adventures offer excitement and wonder for everyone.
- Solo Travelers62 tours
- Couples28 tours
- Seniors (50+)32 tours
Best time to visit Apulia
- Summer 2025
- popular 46 tours
- Fall / Autumn 2025
- 50 tours
- popular 56 tours
- 34 tours
- Winter 2025 / 2026
- Spring 2026
- 18 tours
- popular 28 tours
- 26 tours
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When is the best time to visit Apulia Country Region for general sightseeing?
Apulia welcomes visitors from April through October with moderate crowds and pleasant weather. Peak conditions occur during May June and September when temperatures are mild and tourist numbers remain manageable. Tour operators typically schedule 3-4 departures in September and October reflecting these months' popularity. The Hotel Excelsior in Bari provides convenient lodging during high season with easy access to key attractions like Lecce's baroque streets and Alberobello's distinctive architecture.
What are the must-see historical sites in Apulia Country Region?
The region's architectural heritage spans centuries from the cone-shaped trulli houses of Alberobello to Lecce's ornate Basilica of Santa Croce. The ancient cave homes of Matera tell stories of past civilizations while the geometric Castel del Monte stands as a testament to 13th-century engineering. The Norman Cathedral in Trani rounds out the essential stops for history enthusiasts. "Matera's cave dwellings were breathtaking - the night view takes your breath away and the history of this area is extremely interesting" notes one TourRadar traveler.
What unique local experiences can I expect on a Country Region tour in Apulia?
Daily life in Apulia unfolds through hands-on cultural activities. Visitors can join bread-making sessions in Altamura taste fresh olive oil at local mills and watch pasta-making demonstrations in Bari's historic center. Many tours include overnight stays in masserias (fortified farmhouses) such as Hotel Lo Smeraldo in the Itria Valley. A recent visitor shared "the cooking demonstration in Ostuni and learning about traditional Pugliese cuisine was a highlight of our journey."
What's the typical accommodation style in Apulia Country Region?
Lodging options blend modern comfort with local character ranging from 4-star hotels to heritage properties. Notable stays include the historic Palazzo Rollo in Lecce traditional trulli accommodations in Alberobello and the refined Hotel San Lorenzo in Polignano a Mare. According to guest feedback "the hotels were carefully chosen varying from boutique properties to converted masserias each offering a distinct taste of Pugliese hospitality."
What's the best way to experience Apulia's famous food culture?
Food experiences weave through daily activities from morning market visits in Lecce to afternoon wine tastings in Manduria. Local hosts demonstrate traditional cooking techniques while family-run trattorias serve regional specialties. Groups often participate in hands-on cooking classes featuring local staples. "The food was delicious local classic cuisine accompanied with great wines especially during our cooking class where we learned to make orecchiette pasta" reports one tour participant.