Puglia Unveiled: Nov. 6-13, 2026
Italy
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RESERVE BY JULY 30, 2026
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Discover Southern Italy’s Gem with Unique Experiential Tours
SINCE OUR FIRST JOURNEY TO MYSTERIOUS PUGLIA, The Travel Club has discovered there’s even more to explore in this southern, sun-soaked province. Join us in “the real Italy” as we reveal the art, culture, tradition and cuisine of Puglia. Our home base during this vacation is the charming hill-top town of Ostuni – known as the White City for its stunning white buildings and offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and the Adriatic Sea. The historic center is a labyrinth of narrow, winding streets perfect for exploring and lined with shops and restaurants. Renowned for its olive oil, burrata cheese, fresh seafood and pasta dishes, Puglia is a food lover’s paradise. Our excursions include elegant Lecce - an “open air exhibition” of Baroque architecture - where we’ll have lunch and enjoy a Tarantola performance; and a visit to seaside Otranto with its massive Aragonese castle. Enjoy an experiential guided visit to the medieval gardens of Giardini di Grata and partake in a tasting in the field. Explore the unique character of Alberobello, famous for its trulli—traditional stone huts with conical roofs—and a UNESCO World Heritage site that feels like stepping into a fairytale. Visit the vibrant port city of Bari and the stunning coastal town of Polignano a Mare, known for its dramatic cliffs, crystal-clear waters, and charming old town. Enjoy the morning at Masseria Seppunisi - an historic farmhouse featuring traditional architecture, characterized by stone walls, a rustic aesthetic, and surrounding agricultural land. Meet the cows of the dairy herd, view the dairy, visit the cellars and watch a demonstration on how mozzarella and burrata are made and even have an opportunity to craft your own cheese – followed by a tasting of the farm’s cheeses, focaccia, cured meats and a glass of the local wine. In the afternoon we’ll visit the charming farmhouse of Masseria Casina Vitale for a cooking lesson followed by dinner. We’ll end this amazing trip with a visit to Matera - a unique and historic city renowned for its ancient cave dwellings known as "Sassi." It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Round-trip regularly scheduled ITA Airways flights from Boston to Brindisi, via Rome.
Six nights’ four-star accommodations: Ostuni Palace Hotel, Oxtuni (or similar)
Welcome beverage on arrival
Buffet breakfast daily
Welcome and Farewell dinners at hotel restaurant
Lunch at a local restaurant in Lecce and a Tarantola performance
A tasting in the field at Giardini di Grata
Lunch at a local restaurant in Polignano a Mare
Masseria Seppunisi farmhouse tasting of cheeses, breads, eat and the local wine
Masseria Casina Vita cooking lesson followed by dinner
Lunch at a local restaurant in Matera
Wine tasting with snacks
Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers
Services of professional local Tour Manager
Full-day excursion to Lecce and Otranto including lunch. “Experiential” guided visit to Giardini di Grata with a tasting in the field including an aperitif with crudites. Visit to Alberobello to see the trulli houses. Guided walking tour of Bari followed by a visit to seaside Polignano a Mare and lunch. Excursion to the Masseria Seppunisi generational farm with tastings. Visit Masseria Casina Vitale for a cooking followed by dinner. Excursion to Matera and the Sassi quarter followed by lunch at a local restaurant.
Ostuni Palace Hotel
With its impressive façade, Ostuni Palace fits in perfectly in the White City of Ostuni. Located in the heart of the historic center, it offers a spa and a restaurant. All rooms are air-conditioned and have free WiFi. Rooms have a classic and elegant design with wood or tiled floors and fresh color schemes. Each one has a mini-bar and a TV with satellite and pay-per-view channels. A daily buffet breakfast is provided. The Ostuni Palace Bistrot restaurant serves contemporary dishes with regional ingredients. Vegetarian options are also available. Guests can unwind at the modern Ostuni Palace Spa equipped with a hot tub, a sauna, and a Turkish Bath. Sensory showers, a relaxation area, and massages are also available. The spa uses natural products. Offering panoramic views across the town's whitewashed buildings, the Ostuni Palace is 10 minutes' walk from the main square.
Prices are per person double occupancy. Single supplement is $460. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $500.
Please note – if you wish to extend your tour or request air or hotel upgrades, please advise us at the time of booking.
Please note that is a medium to high physical activity-level tour, which includes guided walking tours where you can expect to encounter hills, uneven surfaces, cobblestone streets, unpaved roads and stairs. Participants should be able to walk for extended periods, typically around 2-3 hours a day (10,000+ steps) and stand for long periods during the guided tours.
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