b'DiscoveriesUnwind on an all-inclusive exploration of Puglia in the heel of Italy, uncovering labyrinthine ports, white-washed8 DAYS fromvillages and unique ancient dwellings. 1,099 ppYOUR ITINERARYDay 1. Flying south to Bari on the Adriatic coast BariYour holiday begins when you meet our Tour Manager and group at the airport, before flying to Bari. On arrival in the city on the east coast of Italy,ITALY 7 Capitolowe transfer to our spa hotel, a relaxing all-inclusive base ideally situated for exploring this unspoilt part of Italy. This evening, we enjoy dinner at the hotel. Alberobello LocorotondoMateraDay 2. Exploring Puglias charming towns Martina FrancaToday we discover some of the regions most beautiful towns. First we visit the circular town of Locorotondo, renowned for its sparkling white SpumanteLeccewine. Here, you have free time to wander the labyrinthine streets of the historic centre. We continue to nearby Martina Franca where theres also time to look around. In the historic Old Town, is the sandy-coloured Baroque faade of St Martins Basilica which is located on the main square. We then visit theWHATS INCLUDED:town of Polignano a Mare. With winding streets of white-washed buildings, this town is perched on top of a limestone cliff overlooking the ocean. 7 nights 4-Star hotel accommodationDay 3. Discovering the historic city of Lecce Return flights from London Travelling by coach to Fasano Station, we board a train for a journey to LecceGatwick to Bariand enjoy a guided tour of this city, known for its Baroque, Renaissance and Romanesque buildings, attractive squares and leafy lanes. Our tour ends Standard Class rail travelat a traditional caf, where we sample a Leccese coffee, made with almond All rail and coach travel throughout milk and poured over ice, with pasticciottoa southern Puglian pastry. Youryour tourafternoon is free to continue exploring before we return to our hotel.Expertise of a UK Tour Manager Day 4. A free day to enjoy the laid-back Puglian atmospherefrom start to finishWith a day at leisure, you could choose to relax at one of the hotels pools, orBreakfast, lunch & dinner each dayon its private beach, spending a peaceful day soaking up the Italian sunshine.Beer, wine and soft drinks each day You could also make your way to Monopoli. In the towns charming old quarterbetween 10am-10pm in Capitolois a Baroque cathedral, pretty painted houses and faded stone palaces.All guided tours and excursionsDay 5. Touring the atmospheric port city of BariThis morning we travel by train through bountiful countryside to Bari,Puglias capital and a city overflowing with cultural charms. Baris longhistory as a trading port is explored on a guided tour of the Old Town. Tour Code: PUF| per person based onAfter, you can continue sightseeing at your own pace. We return to our hotel2 sharing. Supplement for solo travellers later this afternoon.from 200.Day 6. A day trip to Matera and its astonishing sassi houses 2025 Departures: A highlight of any trip to this part of Italy is an excursion to Matera. We leaveAPR, MAY, JUN, SEP, OCTPuglia by coach this morning to travel to this spectacular town in neighbouring Basilicata. This UNESCO World Heritage site is recognised for its ancient sassi cave dwellings dug deep into the cliffside and features in the James Bond film No Time to Die. Our guided tour takes us through the maze of winding streetsMobility 1 2 3 4and fascinating Palaeolithic-era abodes. You have a free afternoon to enjoyRatingyour picnic lunch and explore. In the late afternoon, we return to our hotel.Day 7. Viewing the curious trulli houses of Alberobello After breakfast, we travel by coach to the town of Alberobello, famous for its UNESCO-listed limestone trulli houses. Spend the morning here at leisure to explore and step back in time to an almost forgotten era of Italy.Secure your place nowDay 8. Homeward bound with a 250pp depositAfter breakfast this morning its time to say goodbye to the Puglian coast. We check out of our hotel and transfer to Bari airport for our return flight. Search greatrail.com/25PUFITALY 33'