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Enthusiastic hikers, prepare yourselves for a distinctive adventure designed exclusively for you amid the enchanting scenery of Puglia. This hiking expedition ensures a memorable journey brimming with natural marvels, cultural immersion, and the excitement of the trail.
This excursion transcends mere hiking; it is an exploration of Puglia’s varied landscapes, a tribute to the marvels of nature, and a camaraderie-building experience for fellow hiking aficionados. Strap on your boots, inhale the crisp air, and accompany us on an unparalleled escapade!
Are you prepared to traverse the less-traveled route? Let the hiking odyssey commence!
FEATURES OF THE TREK ITINERARIES:
DAY 2:
Distance: 7 miles (11,4 km)
Total ascent: 547 feet (167 m)
DAY 3:
Distance: 8,6 miles (14 km)
Total ascent: 676 feet ( 206 m)
DAY 4:
Distance: 6 miles (10 km)
Total ascent: 977 feet (298 m)
DAY 6:
Distance: 7 miles (11,4 km)
Total ascent: 101,7 feet (31 m)
DAY 7:
Distance: 7,5 miles (12km)
Total ascent: 748 feet (228m)
WHAT’S INCLUDED
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
250 EUR additional for double room single use
Optional – packed lunch : 50 EUR/Person/day as per descriptions
Optional on day 4 – Archaeological Park of Santa Maria di Agnano with guide: 15 EUR/Person
PAYMENT, CANCELLATION AND OTHER TERMS
1. Payment terms: 30% payment is required in advance via bank transfer or credit card to secure the tour. Balance 70% due 60 days before arrival.
Note: A 5% fee is added for credit card payments.
2. Cancellation Fees:
Cancel 60 to 21 days before arrival: 30% charge.
Cancel 20 to 8 days before arrival: 50% charge.
Cancel 7 to 1 day before arrival: 100% charge.
3. Non-Refundable Tickets: Tickets for museums, attractions, or any prepaid sites are non-refundable.
4. Refund Processing Fee: Bank charges apply to all refunds.
Private Driver Terms & Conditions
1. Booking Timings: Adhere to the itinerary timings. Additional private driver hours cost €45/hour, charged to your credit card at day’s end if required.
Weather Conditions & Activity Cancellations
1. Service Interruptions: If AuthenticPugliaTours cannot provide a service due to weather or supplier issues, we will
notify you promptly.
2. Alternative Activities: We will offer an alternative activity of equal or higher value, which you may accept or decline.
3. Refunds for Declined Activities: If you decline the alternative, we will refund the cost to your credit card or via bank
wire at the trip’s end.
DAY 1: BARI – ALBEROBELLO
Arrival in Bari and transfer to your Hotel in Alberobello. Time to rest and relax.
Welcome dinner in Alberobello in a traditional restaurant.
DAY 2: NOCI COUNTRYSIDE
Today, we explore the verdant landscapes of Noci, enriched with remnants of agro-pastoral culture and marked by a harmonious coexistence between humanity and the natural environment. The itinerary trail starts at the Barsento church, situated in the rural expanse of Noci. This religious structure, a significant illustration of Romanesque rock architecture from the 11th-12th centuries, commands a prominent position on a promontory, offering panoramic views of the surrounding region characterized by ancient oak forests and trulli. These distinctive dry stone buildings, crowned with white conical roofs, emerge amidst expanses of green. The routes traverse diverse scenery, transitioning from vast wheat fields to dense forests, eventually leading to pathways bordered by dry stone walls, immersing participants in the quintessentially rural essence of Puglia.
Dinner at the hotel and overnight in Alberobello
DAY 3: THE PIRRO CANAL AND THE APULIAN AQUEDUCT ROUTE
Today, our exploration takes us to the Pirro Canal region, a remarkable karst basin spanning approximately 12 km. Meandering along the rear slope of one of the two hills encircling the Canal is a segment of the service road belonging to the Apulian Aqueduct, a monumental hydraulic engineering feat from the early twentieth century. This path serves as an ideal route for those who prefer leisurely walks while completely surrounded by the beauty of nature. Upon concluding the journey, there’s the option to indulge in a lunch experience at a Masseria (traditional farmhouse) located in Cocolicchio.
Dinner at the hotel and overnight in Alberobello
DAY 4: OSTUNI COUNTRYSIDE
Today, we explore the Ostuni hills region adorned with captivating cultural landmarks, including ancient subterranean olive mills and the medieval Saint Biagio Hermitage, discreetly nestled in the untamed wilderness—an intriguing example of monastic settlements across the Southern Murge area. Following the excursion, there’s an opportunity for a brief visit to the Archaeological Site of Santa Maria di Agnano (accessible by prior request only). Within a cave on this site, the skeleton of a woman, initially named “Delia” and now commonly known as “Ostuni 1” or the “Woman of Ostuni,” was discovered. This remarkable find reveals a woman approximately 20 years old, pregnant, and carrying an 8-month-old child, dating back to 26,000 years ago.
Overnight in Alberobello
DAY 5: DAY FREE
Dinner at the hotel and overnight in Alberobello
DAY 6: EXPLORING THE COASTAL DUNE PARK
Today, our journey takes us to the “Regional Natural Park of Coastal Dunes,” extending from the inland regions to the shorelines of Ostuni and Fasano territories. This expansive natural reserve showcases varied ecosystems, each with its own allure: from expansive groves of ancient olive trees to coastal dunes embellished with unique flora, featuring splendid juniper specimens, culminating in the coastline boasting pristine sands and azure waters.
After the tour, there’s an option to enjoy a beachside picnic featuring authentic local products.
Dinner at the hotel and overnight in Alberobello
DAY 7: EXPLORING THE PIANELLE WOOD: A NATURAL HAVEN!
Today we visit the southern slopes stretching from Martina Franca to Taranto, where the Bosco delle Pianelle resides.
Spanning approximately 600 hectares, this natural reserve boasts an expansive landscape and beckons travelers, sports enthusiasts, and nature lovers alike.
The Bosco delle Pianelle teems with diverse wildlife. Encounter amphibians like toads and reptiles including vipers, geckos, turtles, and a variety of snakes. Night brings forth a symphony of nocturnal raptors and cuckoo falcons, kestrels, buzzards, hawks, hoopoes, and jays. In recent years, the return of wolves to the most remote corners of the forest has added to the atmosphere of this place further charm.
The tour starts from Pianelle Visit Center and is immersed in this wood of oak trees and, below, the Mediterranean scrubland thrives.
At the end of the tour, it is possible to opt for a picnic at the visitor center based on local products.
Dinner at the hotel and overnight in Alberobello
DAY 8: DEPARTURE DAY
After checking out, transfer to the airport.
Arrivederci! Hope to see you again in Puglia!
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