HOTEL / GUESTHOUSE / B&B
TOUR CODE:
PUG
Cycle in Puglia, the sun‑soaked heel of Italy, through
vineyards, olive groves and unspoiled villages
Puglia in south eastern Italy encompasses the heel of Italy's boot and is
bordered by the sea on two sides (the Adriatic Sea in the east and the Ionian
Sea to the southeast). The region is characterised by endless olive groves,
long fields of grain and vineyards. This cycle tour delves into this region
of scenic beauty, which is still unspoiled and retains a rich cultural legacy.
From Matera and Alberobello where you can marvel at the traditional Trulli
and Sassi houses, the route follows both the Ionian and Adriatic coasts and
spans the distances between ancient cities. Ending in Lecce, often referred
to as the Florence of the south, this is an ideal holiday for those seeking
the less known pockets of Italy with all the historic highlights. Staying in
atmospheric hotels, including a typical Trulli in Alberobello, ensures you gain
a full appreciation of this special region.
Cycle Puglia
ITINERARY: DAY 1 |
Arrive Matera
2 |
Cycle to the famous Trulli of
Alberobello (70km)
3 |
Cycle through the countryside to Ostuni (45km)
4 |
Train transfer to Lecce then cycle to the Ionian coast and Gallipoli (50km)
5 |
Continue along the coast to Santa Maria di Leuca (50km)
6 |
Cycle along
the Adriatic coast to Otranto (50km)
7 |
Cycle to Lecce along the Alimini Lakes
(55km)
8 |
Trip concludes
INCLUSIONS: 
Ξ
7 breakfasts
Ξ
7 nights accommodation in 3‑4 star hotels
(and a typical 'trullo' in Alberobello subject to availability) on a twin share basis
with ensuite facilities (hotel taxes extra, payable locally ‑ allow €10‑15)
Ξ
luggage
transfer
Ξ
bicycle rental, 27 speed with puncture resistant tyres, pannier, gel saddle
and helmet
Ξ
welcome briefing
Ξ
information pack including route notes & maps
Ξ
emergency hotline (train Ostuni‑Lecce not included ‑ allow €9 plus bike)
NOTES:
High season: 18 Apr to 13 Jun & 29 Aug to 9 Oct. A supplement applies
for high season departures.
8 DAY
SELF GUIDED
CYCLE
GRADE
3
Matera Lecce
Otranto
Ostuni
Italy
EXPLORE
EUROPE
YOURWAY
HOTEL / GUESTHOUSE / B&B / TRULLO
TOUR CODE:
WIP
Discover the heel of Italy on this walk fromPuglia toMatera
Puglia is a land forged in history by a mixture of civilisations and cultures.
This enriching walking trip combines archeological and architectural
treasures with hiking through valleys and along coastal paths surrounded
by landscapes of red earth, olive groves and vineyards. See the unique dry
stone cottages known as trulli in intriguing Alberobello and the cave houses
known as Sassi in Matera. Explore the enchanting maze of narrow streets in
the 'white city' Ostuni, the seaside village of Otranto facing the Adriatic and
visit the elegant Baroque city of Lecce.
Walking in Puglia
ITINERARY: DAY 1 |
Arrival in Lecce for sightseeing in Salento's baroque
style regional capital
2 |
Visit Otranto and hike along the Adriatic coastline,
overnight in Lecce (4hrs)
3 |
Transfer to the charming whitewashed hilltop
village of Ostuni, explore on foot (2hrs)
4 |
Explore the countryside of Ostuni,
transfer to Alberobello, renowned for its 'trulli' (3hrs)
5 |
Discover Itria Valley
and Locorotondo (4hrs)
6 |
Transfer to Matera, guided visit of the 'Sassi' area
and tasting
7 |
Hike to discover the Murgia plateau and its 8th century rock
churches (3hrs)
8 |
Transfer to Matera station where the trip concludes
INCLUSIONS: 
Ξ
7 breakfasts, 3 dinners
Ξ
5 nights in charming B&Bs or 3 star
hotels and 2 nights in a typical 'trullo' on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities
(hotel taxes extra, payable locally ‑ allow€10‑15)
Ξ
private transfers as noted
Ξ
wine
and product tasting at Alberobello
Ξ
Sassi Matera guided visit & typical products
tasting
Ξ
information pack including route notes and maps
Ξ
emergency hotline
(train transportation is not incuded ‑ allow €30)
NOTES:
High season: Easter. Mid-season:
July–Supplementsapply.AllowEUR30
for local transport. See our website for
the guided version of this trip.
8 DAY
SELF GUIDED
WALK
GRADE
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DATES 2015
Weekly on Saturday from 28 Mar to
13 Jun & from 29 Aug to 24 Oct
Joining Matera
DATES 2015
Daily from 1 Mar to 31 Jul
and 1 Sep to 30 Nov
Joining Lecce
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