15-Day Cultural and Culinary Exploration of Puglia, Italy Itinerary

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at Vino fritti e cucina before embarking on a journey to the picturesque town of Alberobello. Start with a guided tour of the iconic Alberobello's Trulli, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and learn about the unique cone-shaped houses.

Have a delightful lunch at La Murgiana Osteria, where you can taste authentic Puglian dishes. Afterward, visit a local olive oil mill for a guided tour and a tasting session to experience the region's renowned olive oils.

Return to Bari and dine at Paradiso Beach Bar & Restaurant, which offers a blend of local and international cuisine in a relaxed beachfront setting.

Start your day with breakfast at Locanda Di Nunno and then head to the charming town of Locorotondo. Take a private tour of the town and immerse yourself in its whitewashed buildings and narrow streets.

Enjoy a leisurely lunch at Magnapulia in Martina Franca, known for its refined Puglian cuisine. Afterward, explore the elegant town, visit the Martina Franca Wine & Local Products Tasting to sample the region's wines and other delicacies.

Return to Bari and dine at Begula Club Café Restaurant, where you can enjoy a meal with a view of the city's vibrant nightlife.

Begin your Lecce exploration with breakfast at La Chicca Restaurant. Then, take a guided walking tour to admire the stunning architecture of the Lecce Basilica of Santa Croce (Basilica Di Santa Croce) and the Lecce Roman Amphitheatre (Anfiteatro Romano di Lecce).

For lunch, indulge in the flavors of Puglia at Skipper bar. Afterward, visit the historic Lecce Cathedral (Duomo di Lecce) and the nearby Church of Saint Irene (Chiesa di Sant'Irene).

Dine at DA LUCIANO - La Puglia dentro, where you can enjoy traditional dishes in a cozy atmosphere. End the evening with a leisurely walk through the illuminated streets of Lecce.

Start your day with breakfast at Old River Pub di Cataldi Angela & C. SAS. Then, visit the Faggiano Museum (Museo Faggiano), a unique museum that showcases layers of history spanning from the Messapian era to the Middle Ages.

Enjoy a light lunch at Luci in the cave, a restaurant with a distinctive ambiance. Afterward, take a trip to the nearby town of Otranto and explore its beautiful Otranto Cathedral (Cattedrale di Otranto) and the stunning Otranto Historic Centre (Centro Storico di Otranto).

Return to Lecce and have dinner at Voglia... Pane e vino, a place that prides itself on its selection of natural wines and artisanal bread. After dinner, take a relaxing evening walk through the city's charming streets.

Begin your day with breakfast at Trulli e Puglia Wine Bar. Then, visit the Pinacoteca Corrado Giaquinto (Giaquinto Art Gallery) in Bari, which houses a rich collection of paintings from the 17th and 18th centuries.

For lunch, head to Coccaro Beach Club and enjoy a meal by the sea. Afterward, take a trip to the Grotte di Castellana (Castellana Caves), a fascinating underground world with stunning limestone formations.

Dine at Republic 19, a restaurant known for its creative dishes and vibrant atmosphere. After dinner, take a walk along the Bari Waterfront Promenade (Lungomare) and enjoy the evening breeze.

Enjoy breakfast at Bacio Di Puglia - Caffetteria & Ristorante Pizzera Pugliese presso il Puglia Village a Molfetta before heading to the Cocora Valley (Valle de Cocora) for a day trip. Explore the stunning valley, known for its towering wax palm trees and lush landscapes.

Have a picnic lunch in the valley or visit a local eatery to enjoy some Puglian specialties. Afterward, take a hike to the Acaime Hummingbird Sanctuary (Santuario de Fauna y Flora Otún Quimbaya) and spot the colorful hummingbirds in their natural habitat.

Return to Bari and dine at Freestate Ristopub, where you can unwind after a day of adventure. Enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure, perhaps with a walk along the Bari waterfront.

Start your day with breakfast at Paradiso Beach Bar & Restaurant in Trani. Then, visit the Trani, a charming coastal town known for its beautiful harbor and the stunning Trani Cathedral (Cattedrale di Trani).

Enjoy a seafood lunch at Luci in the cave, where you can dine in a unique setting. Afterward, take a leisurely walk along the Trani Waterfront (Lungomare di Trani) and soak in the serene atmosphere.

Dine at La Murgiana Osteria back in Bari, where you can enjoy a mix of traditional and contemporary Puglian dishes. End the evening with a relaxing stroll in the city.

Begin your day with a breakfast at Trulli e Puglia Wine Bar in Alberobello. Afterward, take a 2-hour guided tour of the Alberobello's Trulli, a unique UNESCO World Heritage site with its cone-shaped houses.

Enjoy a traditional Puglian lunch at Vino fritti e cucina, followed by an olive oil tasting at a local mill. Learn about the production process and sample different varieties of olive oil.

Dine at Tracce, a restaurant in Bari that offers a modern twist on Puglian cuisine. Enjoy the evening in the city, perhaps with a visit to a local bar or cafe.

Start your day with breakfast at Freestate Ristopub in Matera. Then, explore the ancient cave dwellings and churches of the Sassi di Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the Matera Cathedral (Cattedrale di Matera) and take in the panoramic views of the city.

Have a leisurely lunch at Luci in the cave, where you can dine in a unique cave setting. Afterward, take a walk in the Murgia National Park (Parco della Murgia Materana) and visit the Madonna delle Virtù Church (Chiesa di Madonna delle Virtù).

Return to Bari and dine at Republic 19, a restaurant known for its creative dishes and vibrant atmosphere. After dinner, take a walk along the Bari Waterfront Promenade (Lungomare) and enjoy the evening breeze.

Start your day with breakfast at Bacio Di Puglia - Caffetteria & Ristorante Pizzera Pugliese presso il Puglia Village a Molfetta. Then, visit the Polignano a Mare (Beach and Historic Center), a charming coastal town with stunning cliffs and crystal-clear waters. Explore the historic center and enjoy the views.

Have a seafood lunch at Paradiso Beach Bar & Restaurant in Polignano a Mare. Afterward, take a boat trip to explore the Polignano a Mare Sea Caves (Grotte Marine di Polignano a Mare) and relax in the beautiful coastal scenery.

Dine at Freestate Ristopub back in Bari, where you can unwind after a day of sun and sea. Enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure, perhaps with a walk along the Bari waterfront.

Begin your day with breakfast at Classico - Bar all'Italiana. Then, visit the Pinacoteca Corrado Giaquinto (Giaquinto Art Gallery) in Bari, which houses a rich collection of paintings from the 17th and 18th centuries.

For lunch, head to Coccaro Beach Club and enjoy a meal by the sea. Afterward, take a trip to the Grotte di Castellana (Castellana Caves), a fascinating underground world with stunning limestone formations.

Dine at Republic 19, a restaurant known for its creative dishes and vibrant atmosphere. After dinner, take a walk along the Bari Waterfront Promenade (Lungomare) and enjoy the evening breeze.

Enjoy breakfast at Bacio Di Puglia - Caffetteria & Ristorante Pizzera Pugliese presso il Puglia Village a Molfetta before heading to the Cocora Valley (Valle de Cocora) for a day trip. Explore the stunning valley, known for its towering wax palm trees and lush landscapes.

Have a picnic lunch in the valley or visit a local eatery to enjoy some Puglian specialties. Afterward, take a hike to the Acaime Hummingbird Sanctuary (Santuario de Fauna y Flora Otún Quimbaya) and spot the colorful hummingbirds in their natural habitat.

Return to Bari and dine at Freestate Ristopub, where you can unwind after a day of adventure. Enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure, perhaps with a walk along the Bari waterfront.

Begin your day with breakfast at Trulli e Puglia Wine Bar. Then, visit the Pinacoteca Corrado Giaquinto (Giaquinto Art Gallery) in Bari, which houses a rich collection of paintings from the 17th and 18th centuries.

For lunch, head to Coccaro Beach Club and enjoy a meal by the sea. Afterward, take a trip to the Grotte di Castellana (Castellana Caves), a fascinating underground world with stunning limestone formations.

Dine at Republic 19, a restaurant known for its creative dishes and vibrant atmosphere. After dinner, take a walk along the Bari Waterfront Promenade (Lungomare) and enjoy the evening breeze.

Enjoy breakfast at Bacio Di Puglia - Caffetteria & Ristorante Pizzera Pugliese presso il Puglia Village a Molfetta before heading to the Cocora Valley (Valle de Cocora) for a day trip. Explore the stunning valley, known for its towering wax palm trees and lush landscapes.

Have a picnic lunch in the valley or visit a local eatery to enjoy some Puglian specialties. Afterward, take a hike to the Acaime Hummingbird Sanctuary (Santuario de Fauna y Flora Otún Quimbaya) and spot the colorful hummingbirds in their natural habitat.

Return to Bari and dine at Freestate Ristopub, where you can unwind after a day of adventure. Enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure, perhaps with a walk along the Bari waterfront.