Culinary and Cultural Delights of Puglia in 8 Days Itinerary

Start your day with a guided tour of the "Bari St. Nicholas Basilica and Crypt" Bari St. Nicholas Basilica and Crypt Guided Tour, a significant religious site in the city.

For lunch, experience the "Bari Street Food Tour by Bike" Bari Street Food Tour by Bike, a fun way to explore the local culinary scene. In the afternoon, visit the "Bari Norman-Swabian Castle" Bari Norman-Swabian Castle Guided Tour and enjoy the panoramic views of the city.

Enjoy a unique dining experience at Osteria Pugliese, known for its traditional Apulian dishes. After dinner, take a relaxing evening walk in the historic center.

Explore the city in a different way with the "Bari Segway Tour & Gelato Tasting" Bari Segway Tour & Gelato Tasting. After the tour, enjoy a gelato at Gelateria Gentile, a local favorite.

For a unique perspective of Bari, take a boat tour and admire the city from the sea with an aperitivo Bari by boat admire the city from the sea with Aperitivo. Have a light lunch at Pescaria, a seafood place with a modern twist.

Dine at Antichi Sapori di Puglia, a restaurant known for its authentic regional cuisine. After dinner, take a passeggiata along the Lungomare.

Travel to Alberobello and immerse yourself in the unique architecture of the Trulli houses at the "Trulli of Alberobello World Heritage Site" Trulli of Alberobello World Heritage Site (Trulli di Alberobello). For breakfast, enjoy a cappuccino at Caffè Pasticceria Dentoni, a historic cafe in the heart of Alberobello.

Participate in a "Trullo Sovrano" Trullo Sovrano guided tour and learn about the history of these iconic buildings. For lunch, taste the local cuisine at Trattoria Terra Madre, a charming restaurant with a focus on traditional dishes.

Enjoy a magical evening at Ristorante Grotta Palazzese, a restaurant set in a cave overlooking the sea. Savor a gourmet dinner in this unique setting.

Travel to Lecce, the "Florence of the South," and start your day with a visit to the "Lecce Basilica of Santa Croce" Lecce Basilica of Santa Croce (Basilica Di Santa Croce). For breakfast, enjoy a pasticciotto at Pasticceria Natale, a historic pastry shop in Lecce.

Explore the "Lecce Roman Amphitheatre" Lecce Roman Amphitheatre (Anfiteatro Romano di Lecce) and the "Church of Saint Irene" Church of Saint Irene (Chiesa di Sant'Irene)". For lunch, try the local specialties at La Vecchia Osteria, a traditional restaurant in the city center.

Dine at Le Zie, a family-run trattoria known for its homestyle cooking. After dinner, take a passeggiata through the illuminated streets of Lecce.

Head to the coastal town of Gallipoli and start your day with a walk in the historic center, visiting the "Gallipoli Cathedral" and the "Gallipoli Castle". For breakfast, enjoy a cornetto at Pasticceria Ascalone, a renowned pastry shop in Gallipoli.

Relax on the sandy beaches of Gallipoli or take a boat tour to explore the sea caves along the coast. For lunch, taste the fresh seafood at Osteria del Tempo Perso, a popular restaurant with a view of the sea.

Watch the sunset from the walls of the old town and then dine at La Puritate, a restaurant known for its traditional Salento cuisine.

Visit the stunning coastal town of Polignano a Mare and spend the morning exploring the "Grotta Palazzese" and the "Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II". For breakfast, enjoy a cappuccino at Caffè Roma, a historic cafe with a view of the sea.

Relax on the beach or take a walk along the cliffside paths, enjoying the panoramic views of the Adriatic Sea. For lunch, dine at Autentico, a restaurant known for its fresh seafood and local ingredients.

Enjoy a special dining experience at Michelangelo Restaurant, a Michelin-starred restaurant located in a cave overlooking the sea. Savor a gourmet dinner in this unique setting.

Spend your last morning in Bari visiting the "Swabian Castle" Swabian Castle (Castello Svevo) and the "Bari Cathedral". For breakfast, enjoy a traditional focaccia at Focacceria Santa Rita, a local favorite.

Take a leisurely walk in the old town, shopping for souvenirs and enjoying the local atmosphere. For lunch, have a final taste of Apulian cuisine at Tiella, a restaurant known for its variety of tiellas.

Transfer to the airport for your departure, reminiscing about the culinary and cultural delights of Puglia.