Hidden Treasures Of Southern Italy

Day 1 - ARRIVE IN NAPLES, ITALY Welcome to Naples! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)

Day 2 - NAPLES Spend your day your way in Naples Your Southern Italian adventure begins with an orientation drive of Naples, a vibrant city oozing in character and culture. Explore more of the city with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions.

Naples Hidden Gems
Discover more of Naples on a walking tour featuring the Piazza del Gesu Nuovo with its Baroque masterpiece namesake church, the historical street Spaccanapoli, dividing the old town in two, and the Santa Chiara Monastery complex including a visit to the stunning cloisters decorated with hand-painted majolica tiles.
Spanish Quarters Sights & Bites
Explore an authentic showcase of Neapolitan culture in the Spanish Quarter. Your Local Guide shares stories on a walk along the maze of narrow streets lined with traditional ground-floor dwellings. Look for the collection of iconic murals on Vico Toto and be treated to Naples' beloved sfogliatella - delicate layers of pastry wrapping a decadent ricotta filling.

Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening. (B)

Day 3 - NAPLES - MATERA Hidden Gem Drive into the hilly region of Basilicata to reach Matera, one of the oldest towns in the world. Join a Local Guide on a fascinating walk to see the historic center with its complex of "Sassi" houses built into the local caves and visit one of the Casa Grotta (house caves). Enjoy free time in the late afternoon and evening. (B,D)
174 mi / 280km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOT Matera is a city like no other, entirely carved out of the rocky slopes of a mountain in the Basilicata region and has been extended over millennia. Explore with a Local Guide to reveal the secrets of this unique city that also served as the setting for many famous films, including Mel Gibson's "The Passion of Christ" and the James Bond 007 film, "No Time to Die."


Day 4 - MATERA - MANDURIA - LECCE Cultivating Culture A scenic drive into Apulia, the charismatic region with the longest coastline, that forms the heel of Italy's "boot". [LF] Enjoy an interesting visit to the Primitivo wine museum to learn about the local production, followed by a tasting. Continue to Lecce for free time.
(B) 106 mi / 170km

LOCAL FAVORITE
LOCAL TASTES Wine holds a significant cultural and historical importance in Italy, making it one of the world's leading wine-producing countries. The Italian wine culture is deeply intertwined with the country's regional diversity. The Primitivo grape is the primary grape variety cultivated in the Manduria region, and it is known for producing robust and full-bodied red wines with rich fruit flavors. Its name derives from the tendency of the grape to mature early.


Day 5 - LECCE Sweet Strolls in Apulia This morning, discover why Lecce is often referred to as the "Florence of the South" when you follow your Local Guide for a walking tour of Lecce's beautiful historic center, rich in Baroque architecture. Visit the Duomo with its distinctive bell tower and the Basilica of Santa Croce that took over 200 years to complete Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening, time to browse at leisure and sample some of the region's delicious specialties. (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURAL GEM Stroll around Lecce to take in the vibrant and bustling atmosphere. Wander the narrow streets of golden sandstone looking for hidden Piazzas, or, relax in a wine bar and indulge in a glass of local rose and views of the carved baroque churches the city has to offer around each corner.



Day 6 - LECCE - OSTUNI - ALBEROBELLO AREA Stone Houses Visit Ostuni, a stunning white hilltop town. Explore the charming streets and admire the views before [LF] savoring an olive oil tasting and light lunch of local specialties. Once in Alberobello, join your Local Guide for a walking tour through the Trulli-lined streets, including an interior visit of a Trullo (traditional conical-roof house) to discover how people live there.
(B,L) 75 mi / 120km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ART & ARCHITECTURE The iconic round houses (Trulli) date back hundreds of years. These Trulli, constructed of dry stone and cone-shaped roofs, include the oldest structures built in the 16th century and were used as grain storage or residences. Made without cement in the masonry techniques of the day, these whitewashed homes were easily disassembled to avoid property taxes when the collectors came calling! Today, you can stroll the streets lined with Trulli houses to see their conical rooftops decorated with symbols such as a cross, heart, astronomical symbol, or the evil eye.


Day 7 - ALBEROBELLO AREA: EXCURSION TO CASTELLANA GROTTE Stalactites & Stalagmites A short drive this morning to Castellana Grotte. Descend underground for a fascinating guided visit and walk through some of the most suggestive caves. Return to the hotel and enjoy free time this afternoon and evening. (B)
31 mi / 50 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOT The Grotte di Castellana is one of the largest cave systems in Italy, stretching for over two miles. The underground tunnels are a natural marvel with stunning geological formations illuminated in a rainbow of hues as the sun moves through the sky.


Day 8 - ALBEROBELLO AREA: EXCURSION TO BARI Old Town and Old Saint Nicholas Drive to the vibrant port city of Bari and meet your Local Guide for a walking tour of Bari Vecchia, the city's oldest district, including a visit to the Basilica of San Nicola. Later, [LF] enjoy a cooking demonstration of local specialties, followed by a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)
81 mi / 130km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURE & TRADITION Bari combines historical charm with modern amenities, culinary tradition, and cultural attractions. The city's markets, such as the Mercato Coperto, offer a vibrant showcase of fresh local produce and culinary delights. A major point of interest is the Basilica di San Nicola that holds the relics of Saint Nicholas who was the inspiration for the modern-day Santa Claus.


Day 9 - ALBEROBELLO AREA Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Nearest airport is Bari) (B)

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  Tour Name   Hidden Treasures Of Southern Italy
  Tour Code  
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  Tour Duration    9 Days
  Start City:   Naples
  End City:   Alberobello
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Features

  • City Highlights
  • Travelers Notes
  • Special Features Included in this Tour:
    - Guided city drive in Naples
    - Globus Choice excursions in Naples ? included in your tour with your choice of a guided walk through the vibrant Spanish Quarter plus a complementary sfogliatella pastry, or a guided walk to see highlights of Naples including a visit to the Santa Chiara Monastery
    - Guided walking tour of Matera features a visit to a Casa Grotta (cave house)
    - [LF] Primitivo wine museum visit plus tasting
    - Guided walking tour in Lecce includes Duomo and Santa Croce Basilica
    - Visit Ostuni
    - Guided walking tour in Alberobello includes a visit to a Trullo (traditional stone conical-roof hut)
    - [LF] Guided visit to the Castellana Grotte underground cave system
    - Guided walking tour in Bari features the Old Town and San Nicola's Church
    - [LF] Local specialty cooking demonstration
    - Local olive oil tasting
  • Transportation
  • Tags
  • ALBEROBELLO|BARI|CASTELLANA GROTTE|EUROPE|FIRST-CLASS|GL_UNDISCOVERED_EUROPE|GLOBUS|ITALY|LECCE|MANDURIA|MATERA|NAPLES|OSTUNI|Private Touring|TA_US_UNDISCOVERED_EUROPE|UNDISCOVERED GLOBUS
  • Meals
  • 8 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 3 Dinner
  • UNESCO Sites
  • Historic Centre of Naples|The Sassi of Matera (See only)|The Trulli of Alberobello
  • Private Touring
  • 6 guests in a party: $2,747*
    18 guests in a party: $694*
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  • Hidden Treasures of Southern Italy