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The Apulia is one of the most popular destinations in southern Italy, thanks to a very favorable climate and a valuable historical and cultural heritage. The region can also boast an excellent food and wine tradition based on top-quality local products.
Today, Puglia attracts thousands of tourists a year who flock to admire the wonders of the Gargano, of the Murge and the Salento With its spectacular beaches. So why not have a tourist experience with friends or family? Thanks to Movery you will have a wide range of activities and tours available to help you learn more about Puglia's culture and natural beauty. Here are some special experiences to experience the magic of Puglia!
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Your trip to Puglia can't help but start with a nice guided tour of Bari Vecchia that will take you to the beating heart of the regional capital. The walk will allow you to see some gems of Bari's historic district such as the Cathedral of San Sabino, the Basilica of St. Nicholas of Bari, the Norman Swabian Castle and the Wall. Then you will arrive at Farnese Square, where you will be told some interesting facts about Borgo Murattiano and have some free time for shopping.
Also very impressive and interesting is the guided tour among the trulli of Alberobello which gives you the chance to experience the fairy-tale magic of the Apulian village known for its characteristic cone-roofed houses. The excursion starts from the Sovereign Trullo in Sacramento Square and from here you will move to the Basilica of Saints Cosmas and Damian. Then you will continue to the Neoclassical Quarter, with a stop at Casa D'Amore. Next, you will see the terrace of Santa Lucia, the Monti District, the Church of St. Anthony and the Aia Piccola District.
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On the other hand, if you are looking for an activity dedicated to gastronomy, we recommend theoil tour and oil tasting in Caprarica di Lecce. The experience takes place at a Salento farmhouse, where you will take a guided tour of the facility to learn about all stages of oil production, from olive harvesting to pressing. Then you will do a tasting of oils to understand their organoleptic characteristics, and finally you will make a light lunch based on olive pate, bruschetta, caprese, friselle and other local products.
On the other hand, those who want to explore the province of Bari should definitely book the Private tour to Gravina, Castel del Monte and Trani departing from Matera or Bari. The activity takes place aboard a comfortable minivan, and in the morning you will leave Matera for Bari, where you will see the Basilica of St. Nicholas, the Norman-Swabian Castle and Bari Vecchia. Then you will reach Gravina in Puglia and here you will admire the Aqueduct Bridge and the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta. After lunch you will arrive in Castel del Monte, the 13th-century building commissioned by Frederick II of Swabia, and finally you will head to Trani to see the Cathedral of St. Nicholas Pellegrino and the Swabian Castle.
Another very instructive experience is the walking tour in the heart of Monopoli that will show you the most picturesque places in the Apulian village. The walk starts from the historic center, and together with your guide you will immerse yourself in the narrow alleys, churches and charming buildings. In particular, you will see Porta Vecchia, the Charles V Castle, the Old Port Arch, the Cathedral Basilica and Palazzo Palmieri. During the tour you will make stops to sample Lecce coffee, fried panzerotto, homemade ice cream and other goodies from the local cuisine.
If you want to move out of the region instead, we suggest a Shared or private tour of Matera's historic center to visit its spectacular sassi and rock churches. The excursion kicks off from Piazza Vittorio Veneto, then moves to Piazza San Giovanni and the Church of San Pietro Barisano. Then you will see the Neighborhood Cave House to learn about the peasant habits of the population until the 1950s, and you can also observe the church of Santa Maria de Idris and the Sasso Caveoso.
Equally spectacular is the Day tour with visit to Castellana Caves and Polignano a Mare from Bari which gives you the opportunity to see the famous karst complex and the town of Bari in the same day. At 9:00 a.m. you will leave Bari on a transfer private person who will take you to the caves, where you will have a guided tour. Around 12:00 instead you will leave for Polignano a Mare, where you will have lunch and roam freely. Around 17:00 you will return to Bari.
To finish, we offer you a private tour in the historical center of Ostuni, the small town in Salento known for its beautiful white lime houses that make up a truly unique urban landscape. The walk winds through the historic center and specifically you will be able to see the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, Freedom Square, the church of St. Francis of Assisi and the Column of St. Oronzo.
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