Rome, Matera & Puglia
$2,695 per person
This tour is offered from April to July and from September to mid-October.
itinerary
Day 1 - (Saturday) Castel Del Monte and Matera
Today we'll transfer into the beautiful region of Basilicata but we will make a stop along the way before heading into Matera. We will be walking in the footsteps of Frederick II, the Holy Roman Emperor. Castel del Monte with its eight octagonal towers each inserted on the eight corners of the Castel are what makes this structure so unique. After our visit, we will have lunch on a Pugliese farm. Tasting the specialty of the area. Then we'll check-in to our hotel in "I Sassi," the cave dwellings of Matera. Free night to explore.
Accommodations: Cave dwelling in "I Sassi"
Meals: Welcome-Meal
Day 2 - (Sunday) Matera
Free morning in Matera to settle in and explore. We will all meet for a relaxing southern Sunday lunch; an 8-course meal with all the traditional plates of this culinary rich area. After our meal, our guide, will walk us through "I Sassi," the historic center of Matera, the oldest living city in the world.
Accommodations: Cave dwelling in "I Sassi"
Meals: Breakfastcand Early Sunday Dinner
Day 3 - (Monday) Polignano a Mare and Ostuni
This morning our first stop is Polignano a Mare and a boat ride on the Adriatic sea, the best way to get a real feel of this beautiful coastline. With our feet on dry land, we will tour the historic center and stop for lunch. To walk off lunch, we will go to Ostuni the white-washed city, known for its "handmade" boutiques. We end our day with a wine-tasting at Masseria Cervarolo where we will be spending the next 5 nights.
Accommodations: Masseria Cervarolo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Wine-Tasting proceeding into light Dinner
Today we'll transfer into the beautiful region of Basilicata but we will make a stop along the way before heading into Matera. We will be walking in the footsteps of Frederick II, the Holy Roman Emperor. Castel del Monte with its eight octagonal towers each inserted on the eight corners of the Castel are what makes this structure so unique. After our visit, we will have lunch on a Pugliese farm. Tasting the specialty of the area. Then we'll check-in to our hotel in "I Sassi," the cave dwellings of Matera. Free night to explore.
Accommodations: Cave dwelling in "I Sassi"
Meals: Welcome-Meal
Day 2 - (Sunday) Matera
Free morning in Matera to settle in and explore. We will all meet for a relaxing southern Sunday lunch; an 8-course meal with all the traditional plates of this culinary rich area. After our meal, our guide, will walk us through "I Sassi," the historic center of Matera, the oldest living city in the world.
Accommodations: Cave dwelling in "I Sassi"
Meals: Breakfastcand Early Sunday Dinner
Day 3 - (Monday) Polignano a Mare and Ostuni
This morning our first stop is Polignano a Mare and a boat ride on the Adriatic sea, the best way to get a real feel of this beautiful coastline. With our feet on dry land, we will tour the historic center and stop for lunch. To walk off lunch, we will go to Ostuni the white-washed city, known for its "handmade" boutiques. We end our day with a wine-tasting at Masseria Cervarolo where we will be spending the next 5 nights.
Accommodations: Masseria Cervarolo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Wine-Tasting proceeding into light Dinner
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Day 4 - (Tuesday) Alberobello and Locorotondo
Today we are going to explore Trulli huts, "another treasure of Puglia," in three villages. At Alberobello, where the majority of the trulli are, we will have free time before heading to our next stop, Locorotondo, for more trulli and the home of the burrata. Here we are stopping for lunch and cheese-tasting. Next, we will have a relaxing dinner at the Masseria together.
Accommodations: Masseria Cervarolo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5 - (Wednesday) Galatina and Gallipoli
Originally a Greek colony, Galatina is a great stop rich in history. We will have a walking tour to get all the facts of what makes Puglia so interesting. Say goodbye to Galatina as we head to Gallipoli; off the beaten track, a glimpse into the real Puglia. Free time before heading back to our hotel.
Accommodations: Masseria Cervarolo
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 6 - (Thursday) Lecce
The Florence of the south is what they call Lecce, a beautiful baroque city. Today, we will have a cooking lesson by local mammas, after walking and shopping on the market street. Then we are guests at the historical residence to prepare our lunch. We will have free time to explore before saying goodbye to Lecce. We are heading back to the hotel.
Accommodations: Masseria Cervarolo
Meals: Breakfast and Cooking Lesson Lunch
Day 7 - (Friday) Monopoli and the Caves of Castellana
Today is time to relax by the sea. Monopoli a port city, historic and functional in equal parts. Impressive with the medieval churches and castles overlooking the Adriatic. Free time to stroll in the historic center and have lunch overlooking the water. In the afternoon, we will stop at the Caves of Castellana. We will have a guided tour before heading back to the Masseria for our goodbye dinner.
Accommodations: Masseria Cervarolo
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 8 - (Saturday)
Transfer to Airport, from Masseria Cervarolo to Bari
Today we are going to explore Trulli huts, "another treasure of Puglia," in three villages. At Alberobello, where the majority of the trulli are, we will have free time before heading to our next stop, Locorotondo, for more trulli and the home of the burrata. Here we are stopping for lunch and cheese-tasting. Next, we will have a relaxing dinner at the Masseria together.
Accommodations: Masseria Cervarolo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5 - (Wednesday) Galatina and Gallipoli
Originally a Greek colony, Galatina is a great stop rich in history. We will have a walking tour to get all the facts of what makes Puglia so interesting. Say goodbye to Galatina as we head to Gallipoli; off the beaten track, a glimpse into the real Puglia. Free time before heading back to our hotel.
Accommodations: Masseria Cervarolo
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 6 - (Thursday) Lecce
The Florence of the south is what they call Lecce, a beautiful baroque city. Today, we will have a cooking lesson by local mammas, after walking and shopping on the market street. Then we are guests at the historical residence to prepare our lunch. We will have free time to explore before saying goodbye to Lecce. We are heading back to the hotel.
Accommodations: Masseria Cervarolo
Meals: Breakfast and Cooking Lesson Lunch
Day 7 - (Friday) Monopoli and the Caves of Castellana
Today is time to relax by the sea. Monopoli a port city, historic and functional in equal parts. Impressive with the medieval churches and castles overlooking the Adriatic. Free time to stroll in the historic center and have lunch overlooking the water. In the afternoon, we will stop at the Caves of Castellana. We will have a guided tour before heading back to the Masseria for our goodbye dinner.
Accommodations: Masseria Cervarolo
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 8 - (Saturday)
Transfer to Airport, from Masseria Cervarolo to Bari
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Frequently asked questions
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How many hours a day will we be walking or on a bus?
Every day we will be walking a minimum of 3 hours. There will also be uphill streets and stairs. The bus rides vary in time for 20 minutes to 2 hours. I am traveling alone, will I be the only one? No, on average we have about half the group that are singles. Is there a single supplement? And why? Yes, there is. It's $750 for a private room. The reason we have a single supplement is because some hotels do not offer a single rate. So as a single person you are paying a full rate of the room instead of it being divided by two. How can I avoid paying the single supplement? We can match guests with same-sex roommates. We will connect you by email and you can see if you are compatible to share a room. Is my deposit of $400 refundable? No, we have limited space and need a commitment from each guest. Please note that the deposit of $400 per guest is NON-REFUNDABLE except in the case that the trip does not meet the minimum number of participants. The trip's go-status will be confirmed no later than 90 days before departure. How do I book my flights? As soon as the group is formed we will be sending out a confirmation email with all necessary information. You can contact our agent or if you are booking your own airfare, departure dates and airports will be listed in the confirmation email. How do we pack? We have a Zoom conference with the group before the trip to explain packing and general information; plus a packing list. Do I need Travel Insurance? Where can I purchase Insurance? We highly recommend Travel Insurance. Travel insurance is based on many factors and the price varies from person to person. You can get a quote from our agent Carol Symington, csymington@AAASJ.COM . Please mention your tour, the dates, price and that it is Tierno Tours. |
Is my flight included?
No, This is a land package only. If booking your own airfare: Departure from USA or Canada no later than 24 hours before the tour begins. Is an upgrade possible? Yes, in some of our accommodations upgrades are possible. Many times they are limited and we recommend that you contact us to reserve the room as soon as possible. You will be given a price and charged at the time of booking. All upgrades are non-refundable. Where are we staying? 2 nights in Matera and 5 nights in Puglia How do I get from the airport to the Hotel? There are many transfer companies. We will help you book your transfer as soon as you purchase your airfare. How much is the cost of the Transfer? A private transfer is about 125 Euro. |
