Apulia: Undiscovered Italy
April 14 - 22, 2027
Indulge your senses on this enchanting seaside stay, nestled in the heart of southern Italy.
Settle in a gorgeous hotel in Polignano a Mare, and set off to travel over timeless terra, visiting historical towns filled with indelible wonders. Witness the preserved heritage of Alberobello, Locorotondo and Matera. Stroll along Bari's pretty seaside promenade and get lost in the labyrinthine passages of Ostuni. Plus, enjoy fresh Mediterranean meals amidst olive groves and family vineyards. Each day invites new opportunities to drink in vistas of brilliant blue seas, savor the region’s famous cuisine and celebrate Puglia’s authentic culture and warm hospitality.
Highlights
- Spend sunny days immersed in Roman history and heritage as you travel through gentle, fertile plains to fishing villages, family-run farms and medieval towns that leap from fairy tales.
- In Alberobello, follow cobbled lanes to conical limestone huts called trulli.
- Visit ancient Matera, famous for its incredible sassi — ancient cave-like houses dug directly into the limestone cliffs.
- Bask in breathtaking Locorotondo, where gleaming buildings coil around a hilltop setting, and wander through Ostuni’s Old Town.
- Experience the dazzling waterfronts and historic neighborhoods of Trani and Bari.
- Discover Lecce’s baroque stonework, such as the opulent Basilica of Santa Croce.
- Savor Apulia’s simple cuisine, featuring heirloom recipes crafted with a balanced use of land and sea.
- Enjoy wine at a family-owned vineyard and tour an olive oil mill.
- This small-group journey features an exclusive lecture series, a first-class hotel and an extensive meal plan with wine at dinner.
- No single supplement for solo travelers!
Activity Level: Moderate
Moderate amount of walking required. Typically, two to three miles a day, often uphill, on uneven terrain and/or with multiple stairs. Requires the ability to board a ship and motor coach without assistance.
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