Explore hidden Italian treasures

7 nights from £1,349 per person based on 2 sharing

This escorted journey through Puglia and southern Italy explores a quieter side of the country, where whitewashed hill towns, olive groves, and historic coastal cities replace the busier tourist hotspots further north. Based in Torre Canne on the Adriatic coast, the itinerary combines guided touring with slower moments spent wandering through local streets, tasting regional flavours, and taking in landscapes that feel unmistakably Italian from the moment you arrive.
  • One of the biggest highlights is the visit to Alberobello, famous for its distinctive trulli houses topped with cone-shaped roofs. Walking through the narrow streets here feels completely different to anywhere else in Italy, especially when combined with stops in nearby Ostuni and Cisternino, where whitewashed buildings spill across the hillsides and café terraces fill with locals later in the day.

  • The tour also includes time in Matera, one of southern Italy’s most fascinating cities, known for its ancient cave dwellings carved directly into the rock. Exploring the cave network and winding stone streets gives the trip an atmospheric feel, while nearby Lecce brings something completely different again with its grand Baroque architecture and lively piazzas.

  • Staying in Torre Canne provides you with a relaxed coastal base between excursions, with evenings slowing down after full sightseeing days. One night might mean dinner overlooking the sea at the hotel, while another could end with a walk along the waterfront as the heat begins to fade. The pace throughout the itinerary feels balanced, mixing guided experiences with enough free time to properly enjoy the surroundings.


What’s included:

• 7 nights at Hotel Del Levante, Torre Canne
• Twin Room; half-board basis
• Tours of Lecce and Matera’s cave network
• Guided tour of Apulia, Cisternino, Ostuni, and Alberobello
• Flights from London Stansted on 22/09/2026; with coach travel and transfers throughout
• Fully escorted by an experienced tour manager

Terms and Conditions

Subject to availability. No local charges apply. T&Cs apply. Please give me a call for further details. Price based on 2 adults sharing. Prices correct at time of posting. Offers are subject to change. I can advise on travel insurance at the time of booking.

7 nights from £1,349 per person based on 2 sharing

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