Puglia Tour Itinerary (Including All Tours)
Tour Detail
IMPORTANT NOTES TO BE AWARE OF
Prices are calculated per person based on double occupancy.
Hotel standards in Italy may be lower than those in Turkey.
Hotel check-in times are between 15:00–17:00, and check-out times are between 10:00–12:00.
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Due to high demand, changes may occur in hotels; however, the hotel category will not change.
In some hotels, twin (TWIN) beds may be provided. During the hotel stay, any request for a room type change is subject to the hotel's discretion.
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Tour Program
Istanbul Airport – Bari
Meeting with our valued guests at 14:40 at the Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal. After baggage drop, passport control, and check-in procedures, we will depart for Bari on Turkish Airlines flight TK1465 at 18:40. Arrival at Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport is scheduled for 19:40 local time. Upon arrival, we will transfer to our hotel via a private vehicle arranged for us. Following check-in, we will settle into our rooms. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Bari – Polignano a Mare – Bari
After breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for Bari city center in our private vehicle. Bari is the administrative capital of Puglia, one of Italy's 20 regions, and a historic port city on the Adriatic Sea coast. It is one of the largest cities in southern Italy. During our panoramic tour of Bari, highlights include the Old Town (Bari Vecchia), the Basilica of San Nicola (11th century), Teatro Petruzzelli, Palazzo della Città, Palazzo della Provincia, and Lungomare di Bari, the seaside promenade. After the tour, we will head to Polignano a Mare. Known as the "Pearl of the Adriatic," this charming coastal town features crystal-clear blue waters, pristine white houses, and natural beaches nestled among rocky cliffs. With its narrow streets and breathtaking views, it is truly enchanting. It is also the birthplace of Domenico Modugno, famous for the song "Volare." Following our visit to Polignano a Mare, we will return to our hotel in Bari for an overnight stay.
Monopoli – Lecce – Bari
After breakfast, we begin our full-day tour at the time previously indicated by our guide. Our first stop is Monopoli, a typical Southern Italian town featuring its harbor, fishing boats, small squares, and colorful houses lining the coast. We enjoy a short walk and some free time here before heading to Lecce. Known as the "Florence of the South," Lecce offers panoramic views of key sites including the Santa Croce Basilica, Sant'Oronzo Square, and an amphitheater dating back to Roman times. After the tour, we return to our hotel in Bari for the night.
Matera – Alberobello – Bari
After breakfast, we begin our full-day tour at the time previously indicated by our guide. Our first stop is Matera, where we explore the UNESCO-protected Sassi district, renowned for its homes carved into rock and cave churches. Matera is one of the most striking historical settlements in southern Italy. Next, we head to Alberobello, a town listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, famous for its traditional conical-roofed stone houses known as trulli. We will enjoy a pleasant walk through the town, visiting notable sites such as Trullo Sovrano and the Trulli Museum. After the tour, we return to our hotel in Bari for an overnight stay.
Bari – Istanbul Airport
After breakfast at the hotel, we will check out of our rooms and depart for the airport at the time specified by our guide. Following ticket and baggage procedures, we will fly with Turkish Airlines flight TK1466, departing at 20:35 to Istanbul. We arrive at Istanbul Airport at 23:35 local time, marking the end of our tour. We look forward to meeting you on our next trip.
What's Included
- Economy class airfare between Istanbul Airport – Bari – Istanbul Airport with Turkish Airlines.
- 4 nights accommodation in Bari at a 4-star hotel category, room + breakfast.
- All tours specified in the program.
- Museum and historical site entry fees as specified in the program.
- Airport taxes.
- Hotel taxes.
- All hotel and airport transfers.
- Professional Turkish-speaking tour leader service.
- Mandatory travel insurance (professional liability insurance).
- Travel Health Insurance (a surcharge applies for passengers over 65 years of age)
Not Included
- Personal expenses and hotel extras.
- Exit fee for traveling abroad (can be paid at relevant banks or the treasury counter at the airport).
- Lunch and dinner meals.
- City taxes charged by hotels.
- Domestic connecting flights.
- Schengen visa fee.
- Note: A 100% surcharge applies to guests aged 70 and over (35 EUR).