Embark on a Puglia Guided Tour and uncover the laughter-laced lanes of Italy’s heel! Our local guides are like treasure maps, leading you to the heart of Puglia with humor and charm. From serenades amidst ancient olive groves to tales as rich as the local cuisine, get ready for an unforgettable journey where every turn is a new adventure! Discover all the beauty our land has to offer though a certified italian/english speaking guide.
Discover Itria Valley and its Olive Oil Experience
Ostuni, known as the White City for its lime-painted houses, stands on three hills. Its historic center features the 15th-century Romanesque-Gothic Cathedral and Piazza Beato Giovanni Paolo II, surrounded by the 18th-century buildings of the Episcopal Palace and the old Seminary.
Locorotondo, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy in the Itria Valley, is distinguished by its circular shape and the characteristic sloping-roofed houses, known as “cummerse.” It’s famous for its panoramic views over vineyards, olive groves, and trulli.
Martina Franca, at the heart of the Murgia, is characterized by its baroque historic center with noble buildings and the Basilica of San Martino, filled with sculptures.
Visiting an olive mill in Puglia offers a deep dive into the culture of extra virgin olive oil, ending with a tasting on Pugliese bread to enhance its flavor.
Discover Bari and its Street Food Tasting
Bari, a city of contrasts, blends the elegant Murat district with the captivating old town, highlighted by the Norman-Swabian Castle and landmarks like the Cathedral of San Sabino and the Basilica of San Nicola. Beyond its historical sights, the Murat area features grand theatres and buildings. Bari’s rich culinary tradition offers local delights such as sgagliozze, focaccia, panzerotti, and fresh raw fish, inviting exploration through its vibrant food stalls and kiosks.
Discover Lecce and its Pasticciotto Tasting
Lecce, known as the “Florence of the South,” is the heart of Salento, where churches and palaces line the streets enclosed by three ancient city gates: Porta Rudiae, Porta San Biagio, and Porta Napoli. Visits include the Basilica of Santa Croce, the stunning Piazza Duomo, the exterior of Carlo V Castle, the Roman amphitheater, and Piazza Sant’Oronzo, offering a picturesque view of the city’s history. During the walk, a stop at a renowned pastry shop in the city center awaits, where seated at a reserved table, guests can enjoy a local delicacy, the “pasticciotto leccese,” a shortcrust pastry filled with custard and other variants, accompanied by a hot or cold drink.
Discover Matera and its Bread Tasting
Matera, European Capital of Culture and a UNES CO site, is among the world’s oldest cities, with evidence of habitation from the Paleolithic era. Famous for the Sassi, Matera developed from natural caves into complex dwellings in the natural amphitheaters of Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano. The visit includes a fully furnished cave-house to explore traditional life and a Rock Church. The tour concludes with a visit to a bakery and tasting of Matera’s bread, a PGI product known for its historical and organoleptic qualities.
Enrich your journey through Puglia with our Guided Tours, you’ll carry more than just memories; you’ll take a piece of Italy’s soul with you. Our guided tour promises not just sights and sounds but an intimate encounter with the spirit of this sun-soaked region. As we part ways, you’ll leave with a tapestry of experiences woven from the very fabric of Valle D’Itria, Matera, Bari, and Lecce—each thread a story, a flavor, a laugh, and a song. The essence of Puglia, delivered by guides who speak the language of the land as fluently as they do Italian and English, will resonate within you long after you depart. Join us to conclude your exploration in grand style, reveling in the pleasures of Puglia, and take home more than just souvenirs—take home a new understanding of Italy’s enchanting heel.
