Discover Apulia
6 hour Tour
Apulia & Basilicata
The tour starts in Bari, a city that mixes elements of history, culture and modern life. Here, you can admire the Norman-Swabian Castle, an imposing fortified building dating back to the 12th century, and visit the Basilica of St Nicholas, where the relics of St Nicholas, the patron saint of Bari, are kept. You can also stroll through the historical centre, called Bari Vecchia, which is characterised by narrow streets and medieval alleys, where you will find numerous craft shops, restaurants and bars. Don’t miss the opportunity to taste the famous Apulian orecchiette, a fresh pasta in the shape of an ear. The next stop on the tour is Matera, a city rich in history and culture located in the Basilicata region. Here you can admire the famous ‘Sassi di Matera’, a collection of houses and churches carved out of the tuffaceous rock, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Don’t miss a visit to the rupestrian Church of Santa Maria delle Virtù and the rupestrian Church of San Pietro Barisano, both set in the rock walls. You can also visit the National Museum of Medieval and Modern Art of Basilicata, which houses a vast collection of works of art and historical artefacts. During the tour you will also have the chance to admire the breathtaking landscape of Southern Italy, with its fertile countryside, fields of olive trees and vineyards. Your NCC driver will guide you professionally and give you advice on places to visit
and restaurants where you can sample local delicacies.
4 hour Tour
Middle Apulia
The tour starts in Monopoli, a coastal town with a picturesque marina and a well-preserved old town. Here you can visit the Cathedral of Monopoli, a beautiful Baroque church, and the Castle of Charles V, a fortress built in the 16th century. You can also stroll along the coast and admire the view of the crystal clear sea. The next stop on the tour is Polignano, a coastal town that sits on a cliff overlooking the Adriatic Sea. Here you can visit the Church of Santa Maria Assunta, a Romanesque church dating back to the 12th century, and stroll along the historical centre, characterised by narrow alleys and elegant squares. Don’t miss the opportunity to admire the spectacular view from the Lama Monachile Bridge, a bridge spanning a bay. The third stop on the tour is Castellana Grotte, a town famous for its underground caves, among the most spectacular in Europe. Here you
can visit the Grotte di Castellana, a series of limestone caves rich in stalactites and stalagmites, and the Church of San Giovanni Battista, a 13th-century rock church. The fourth and final stop on the tour is Conversano, a medieval town located in the heart of the Itria Valley. Here you can visit the Conversano Castle, an imposing fortress built in the 11th century, and the Conversano Cathedral, a Romanesque church from the 12th century. You can also stroll through the historical centre, which is characterised by narrow streets and historical buildinas. During the tour you will also have the chance to admire the landscape of southern Italy, with its fertile countryside, fields of olive trees and vineyards. Your NCC driver will guide you professionally and give you tips on places to visit and restaurants where you can sample local delicacies.
5 hour Tour
Valle d'Itria
The tour starts in Alberobello, a charming village known for its characteristic trulli, the stone houses with conical roofs typical of the area. Here you can stroll through the narrow streets of the historic centre and admire the trulli, many of which have been converted into local craft shops, restaurants and accommodation for visitors. A must-see is a visit to the imposing basilica of the Santi Medici Cosma e Damiano, located in the upper part of the town.The next stop on the tour is Cisternino, a charming medieval hilltop village. Here you can admire the traditional stone architecture and the narrow streets of the old town, where you will find numerous restaurants and craft shops. Cisternino is also famous for its barbecued meat, so be sure to stop for a lunch of local specialities. The third stop on the tour is Ostuni, known as the White City’ for its characteristic architecture of white houses. Here you can stroll through the narrow streets of the old town and admire the panoramic view of the surrounding countryside from the top of the town. You can also visit Ostuni’s Gothic cathedral. The last stop on the tour is Locorotondo, another medieval hilltop village with a breathtaking view of the Itria Valley. Here you can stroll through the narrow streets of the historic centre, admire the white houses and Baroque churches, and visit the Museum of Rural Civilisation to discover the traditions and rural life of the area. Overall, this tour will offer you the chance to discover the beauty and culture of the Itria Valley, with its fascinating and unique towns. You will be accompanied by the best NCC service in Apulia.
6 hour Tour
Barocco city
The tour starts in Lecce, the ‘Florence of the South’, famous for the Baroque architecture of
its historical buildings. Here you can admire the Basilica di Santa Croce, with its intricate and richly decorated façade, and the Duomo di Lecce, a splendid Baroque-style church. You can also stroll through the historical centre, which is characterised by noble palaces, churches and elegant squares. Don’t miss the chance to taste pasticciotti, typical Salento pastries filled with custard, at one of the famous local pastry shops. The next stop on the tour is Otranto, a coastal city on the eastern end of the Salento peninsula. Here you can visit the Otranto Cathedral, with its 12th-century Byzantine mosaics, and the Aragonese Castle, an imposing fortification built in the 15th century. Don’t miss the opportunity to take a walk along the coast and admire the view of the crystal-clear sea. During the tour you will also have the chance to admire the landscape of the Salento, with its olive groves, vineyards and characteristic masserie, the typical fortified farms of the area. Your NCC driver will guide you professionally and give you advice on places to visit and restaurants where you can sample local delicacies.
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