Southern Italy Escape

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Imagine spending time in Italy’s most beloved locations without the higher costs and bigger crowds associated with busy travel season. Join us on a cultural and culinary adventure of Southern Italy’s wonderful gems. Start with a city tour of Naples, birthplace of Neapolitan pizza. A scenic drive brings you to the rocky outcrop of Matera—a UNESCO World Heritag...
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Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

What's this trip about?

    Imagine spending time in Italy’s most beloved locations without the higher costs and bigger crowds associated with busy travel season. Join us on a cultural and culinary adventure of Southern Italy’s wonderful gems. Start with a city tour of Naples, birthplace of Neapolitan pizza. A scenic drive brings you to the rocky outcrop of Matera—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn all about the Sassi houses, thought to be among the first human settlements in Italy. Next overnight in the town of Lecce. Admire its lacy stone buildings and baroque squares, and visit the Duomo and Santa Croce Basilica to understand why it is called the “Florence of the South.” In Alberobello, take a tour of the traditional Trullo houses—whitewashed, circular homes, with classic conical roofs. Marvel at the stunning 90-million-year-old caves of Castellana. Visit the Apulian capital of Bari on the heel of Italy’s “boot.” Join us in the off season and escape to Southern Italy’s off-the-beaten-path locales

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transport
Start City NAPLES, ITALY
End CityALBEROBELLO AREA

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus

Destinations

Attractions

  • Bari
  • Lecce
  • Matera
  • Naples
  • Rome
  • Sorrento

Activities

  • Culture

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: ARRIVE IN NAPLES, ITALY

Welcome to Naples! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (Dinner)

Day 2: NAPLES

A Slice of Life in Napoli NAPLES Guided sightseeing includes Palazzo Reale. Enjoy free time this afternoon. (Breakfast)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION Naples delivers Old World charm in spades as one of Italy’s oldest cities. From its regal Palazzo Rea...

Day 3: NAPLES–MATERA

Hidden Gem MATERA Guided walking tour. (Breakfast,Dinner) 155 mi / 250km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION Matera is a city like no other, entirely carved out of the rocky slopes of a mountain in the Basilicata region and has been extended over millennia. ...

Day 4: MATERA–MANDURIA–LECCE

Cultivating Culture MANDURIA [LF] Visit the Primitivo wine museum followed by tasting. LECCE Guided walking tour includes Duomo and Santa Croce Basilica. (Breakfast) 105 mi / 168km

LOCAL FAVORITE LOCAL TASTES Wine holds a significant cultural and historical i...

Day 5: LECCE

Sweet Strolls in Apulia LECCE Enjoy a day at leisure in the city known as the “Florence of the South”. (Breakfast)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURAL GEM Stroll around Lecce to take in the vibrant and bustling atmosphere. Wander the narrow streets of golden sandstone loo...

Day 6: LECCE–ALBEROBELLO AREA

Stone Houses ALBEROBELLO Guided walking tour includes a visit to a Trullo (traditional conical-roof house). Free time this afternoon and evening. (Breakfast) 78 mi / 126km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT ART & ARCHITECTURE The iconic round houses (Trulli) date back hundreds...

Day 7: ALBEROBELLO AREA: EXCURSION TO CASTELLANA GROTTE

Stalactites & Stalagmites Take a guided visit to the underground caves. (Breakfast)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT The Grotte di Castellana is one of the largest cave systems in Italy stretching for over two miles. The underground tunnels are a natural marvel with stunning geological formations illuminated in a rainbow of hues as the sun moves through the sky.

Day 8: ALBEROBELLO AREA: EXCURSION TO BARI

Santa Claus Connections BARI A guided walking tour includes the Old Town, San Nicola’s Church. Farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (Breakfast,Dinner) 68 mi / 110km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION Bari combines historical charm with modern amenities, ...

Day 9: ALBEROBELLO AREA

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast) (Nearest airport is Bari)

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Accommodation

Starhotel Terminus

The Terminus hotel offers a 4 star retreat from everyday life in the midst of lively Naples. It is located in a strategic location just steps from the metro L1 stop Garibaldi, which offers easy transport to reach the main attractions of the city.

Napoli

Italy

Piazza Garibaldi 91

Hotel Del Campo

Set in a former 18th century aristocratic residence with beautiful ancient gardens, this charming property is located just outside the centre of Matera within easy reach of the Sassi UNESCO site. It offers large rooms, all of which are located in a new wing and feature parquet floors, air conditioning, and Free Wi-Fi. The hotel Restaurant serves delicious local specialities in the historic dining room together with an extensive choice of traditional wines from Basilicata.

Matera

Italy

Anngolo Via Lucrezio and Via Gravina

Hilton Garden Inn Lecce

Set in a quiet residential area in the heart of the Salentine Peninsula, just a short distance away from the stunning attractions of Lecce's historic city center also known as 'The Florence of the South'. This contemporary hotel boasts a complimentary 24-hour fitness center, Beauty & Spa facility and a seasonal rooftop outdoor swimming pool with views of the city skyline. All 143 rooms are designed for extra comfort with self-adjusting Garden Sleep System® beds, air-conditioning, coffee/tea making facilities and complimentary Wi-Fi access. A full-service restaurant offers inspired Italian cuisine in a contemporary and refined atmosphere, a variety of snacks and refreshments can be found at the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry and the trendy looking bar offers drinks and light bites in stylish surroundings.

Lecce

Italy

Via Cosimo De Giorgi 62

Grand Hotel D'Aragona

Located in a very peaceful position close to some of Apulia's most important attractions like Alberobello, Polignano a Mare and Ostuni, this hotel is a great choice for those who want to explore the region. All its air-conditioned rooms have flat-screen/satellite TV and minibar. Most of the rooms also have balconies. Other amenities include an elegant restaurant serving local dishes and two swimming pools. Free Wi-Fi access is available in public areas.

Conversano

Italy

Via San Donato, 5

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