10-Day Puglia Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 10-day Puglia tour itineraries

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• 9 Days in Puglia, incl. Bari and Lecce

  A 9-day route covers 13 distinct locations. Visit UNESCO sites like Alberobello's trulli and Castel del Monte, savor traditional dining at Masseria le Stanzie, and take in coastal gems from Otranto to Polignano a Mare's limestone cliffs.

  

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  • Day 1

    Bari

    Arrive in Bari and meet your guide at 2 PM. The historic center "Bari Vecchia" comes alive in the afternoon when locals take their daily passeggiata. Visit the Pontifical Basilica of Saint Nicholas and walk to Castello Svevo for views of the city. You'll find locals gathering in Piazza Mercantile around 6 PM for aperitivo hour.

    
  • Day 2

    Trani - Castel del Monte - Alberobello

    Drive to Trani (1 hour from Bari), often called the "Pearl of Puglia." Visit the pink Cathedral early to beat the crowds. After lunch drive to the UNESCO site Castel del Monte. The best photos of this unique octagonal castle are around 2 PM. Spend the evening in Alberobello among the trulli houses. Look for accommodation in Rione Monti where you'll find the most authentic trulli.

    
  • Day 3

    Matera Day Trip

    It's a 1-hour drive to Matera's cave dwellings. Morning light creates beautiful shadows in the sassi districts. One visitor says: "Visit the Casa Grotta to see how cave-dwellers lived - but wear sturdy shoes as the limestone streets are slippery when wet." Head back to Alberobello for dinner.

    
  • Day 4

    Locorotondo - Ostuni - Lecce

    Start in Locorotondo where morning views stretch across Valle d'Itria. Next is Ostuni, the "White City." You'll need good walking shoes for the steep medieval streets. A helpful tip: Skip the hot climb and take the local shuttle from the parking area at the bottom. End your day in Lecce.

    
  • Day 5

    Lecce & Otranto

    See Lecce's decorated churches in the cooler morning hours. After lunch drive 30 minutes to Otranto on the coast. Stop at the Cathedral to see its amazing 12th-century floor mosaic. For dinner book ahead at Masseria le Stanzie where they show you traditional pasta-making.

    
  • Day 6

    Gallipoli

    Visit the morning fish market by Gallipoli's port for great photos. If you want to swim get to the beach before 11 AM when crowds arrive. Return to Lecce and join the evening walk around Piazza Sant'Oronzo.

    
  • Day 7

    Martina Franca - Valle d'Itria

    Explore elegant Martina Franca in the morning. If it's Thursday you can visit the local market. Have lunch at a traditional masseria in Valle d'Itria. Plan your 1.5-hour drive back to Bari before 5 PM to avoid rush hour traffic.

    
  • Day 8

    Monopoli & Polignano a Mare

    Start at Monopoli's medieval port. In Polignano a Mare visit Lama Monachile beach before 10 AM to avoid crowds. A recent visitor notes: "Have lunch at one of the cliff-edge restaurants but reserve ahead as the best spots fill up days in advance."

    
  • Day 9

    Departure from Bari

    Spend your final morning in Bari before leaving. The airport is 30 minutes from the city but allow extra time in summer when roads get busy.

    

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• 10 Days in Southern Italy, incl. Amalfi Coast and Puglia

  Puglia's treasures shine over 10 days, from Trani's waterfront Cattedrale di San Nicola Pellegrino to Alberobello's 14th-century trulli houses. Visit Ostuni's olive mills, admire Lecce's baroque architecture, and enjoy authentic local aperitivos across 7 distinct cities.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Amalfi Coast & Minori

    Begin your journey in Minori, a picturesque town on the UNESCO-listed Amalfi Coast. "The Amalfi Coast is best explored early - watching sunrise over the cliffs is unforgettable." Take a quick 15-minute bus ride to Amalfi Town to see the Cattedrale di Sant'Andrea. If you enjoy hiking, the Sentiero Degli Dei (Path of the Gods) offers beautiful views through olive groves and wildflower fields. It's best to start your hike before 9 AM to avoid the intense summer heat.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Trani

    Take the train across the country to Trani, often called the "Pearl of Puglia." You'll find a sophisticated port town with a stunning white cathedral right on the seawall and a medieval center worth exploring. Make time for the 13th-century Castello di Federico II. For the best dining experience, visit marina restaurants between 7-9 PM when fishing boats return. The local Moscato di Trani wine is worth trying at the harbor bars.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Lecce

    Next stop is Lecce, nicknamed the "Florence of the South." Most attractions sit within the old town, including the ornate Santa Croce basilica and Roman amphitheater. A previous visitor notes: "The best time to photograph Lecce's honey-colored baroque buildings is during the golden hour, just before sunset." In the evening, join locals for their traditional passeggiata around Piazza Sant'Oronzo.

    
  • Day 7

    Ostuni & Alberobello

    Visit a historic masseria to learn about olive oil production from ancient trees, some up to 3,000 years old. Then explore Ostuni, the "White City," before heading to Alberobello with its unique trulli houses. Be careful on Alberobello's slippery cobblestone streets, especially in the Rione Monti quarter.

    
  • Days 8-9

    Matera & Bari

    Discover Matera's fascinating sassi cave dwellings, a UNESCO site. One traveler suggests: "The early morning light makes the sassi glow - get up at sunrise for the best photos." Take a 2-hour train ride to Bari, where you can walk through medieval Bari Vecchia and visit the Basilica di San Nicola. The harbor area offers excellent seafood restaurants.

    
  • Day 10

    Depart from Bari

    Plan for an afternoon flight to avoid morning traffic. The airport is about 30 minutes from central Bari.

    

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• 8 Day Southern Italy Itinerary, incl. Bari and Lecce

  A 7-day route covers 10 Puglian cities from Bari to Polignano a Mare. The tour features UNESCO sites in Alberobello, wine tastings at Semeraro Winery, and tours of Lecce's Baroque architecture, with stays at luxury wine resorts.

  

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  • Day 1

    Bari to Alberobello

    Land at Bari Airport and travel one hour to Alberobello, a UNESCO town known for its trulli houses with distinctive cone-shaped roofs. Spend your afternoon walking through the Rione Monti and Aia Piccola districts. Visit the trulli later in the day after tour groups leave you'll get better photos in the softer light.

    
  • Day 2

    Locorotondo & Ostuni

    Start in Locorotondo with its circular historic center and excellent local wines. A short 30-minute drive takes you to Ostuni, the 'White City' built across three hills. Walk up to the cathedral through winding streets but watch your step on the smooth limestone paths. Finish your day with dinner at a traditional masseria farmhouse.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Taranto & Wine Country

    Drive an hour to Taranto to see Italy's biggest mussel farming operations. Visit two wineries to learn about both old and new ways of making Primitivo wine. Plan your wine tastings for the morning when your taste buds are sharper. The local Primitivo di Manduria DOC makes excellent red wines perfect for dinner.

    
  • Day 5

    Matera

    Travel 1.5 hours inland to Matera, an ancient city built into rock. Walk through the sassi districts where homes were carved right into limestone cliffs. Get a local guide to help you navigate the complex streets and learn the fascinating history. Bring water and sunscreen since you'll be outside most of the day.

    
  • Day 6

    Lecce

    Take a 1.5-hour drive to Lecce, often called the 'Florence of the South.' Walk through town in the morning to see beautiful Baroque churches built from golden local stone. Visit the Roman amphitheater and Basilica di Santa Croce. Remember that shops close between 1-4 PM for the traditional afternoon break.

    
  • Day 7

    Polignano a Mare

    Finish your trip in Polignano a Mare, known for its cliffs and sea caves. Book an early morning boat tour to see the coastline before crowds arrive. Stop at Caffè Turchi for gelato with a view of the Adriatic Sea.

    
  • Day 8

    Departure from Bari

    A 45-minute drive takes you back to Bari Airport. Book a flight after noon to avoid morning traffic.

    

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