Top Puglia Nature Walks

Immersed in the Alta Murgia National Park, walking here one has the sensation of being in a large open space in which one can wander with one's gaze towards infinite horizons characterized by the pungent smells of mint and wild thyme in the intense green of the wheat fields or rocky pastures among the evident yellow of the ferula, meeting orchids and birds of prey. In this land, emperors, peasants, shepherds, woodsmen, together with the climate, have made the landscape and its culture unique. On the way we will meet stupendous farmhouses, we will cross oak woods, along the ancient sheep tracks of transhumance we will discover jazzi and post offices, we will travel along panoramic mule tracks and among the wheat fields we will admire large haystacks and ancient cisterns. On the hills, flocks of sheep will blend in with the characteristic sharp rocks that give this area its name. We will reach the octagonal stone crown isolated on a hill at 540 meters above sea level. from where a vast panorama is dominated.

Gallipoli and its surrounding coastal landscapes boast beautiful Ionian Sea views, and a rich history of conquering and settlement dating back to the Middle Ages. On this full-day bike tour, spin through the Porto Selvaggio Natural Park with your guide to lead the way. Reach far-flung historic sites including Alezio, Galatone, and Sannicola with ease, and enjoy free time for a swim at your leisure.

Don’t get lost while exploring new trails on this guided hiking tour of the Costa Otranto Regional Nature Park in eastern Apulia. Highlights include exploring Otranto’s historic center, visiting the legendary Torre del Serpe coastal tower, and checking out Cava di Bauxite, a colorful quarry lake surrounded by red rock cliffs on the site of an old cave.

1) From the ancient Posta Santa Croce walking along the transhumance routes in Puglia. We will start from Dolmen La Chianca, a prehistoric megalithic tomb from the Bronze Age. Crossing one of the typical blades of this territory we will reach a vast complex of karst origin characterized by the presence of caves where in 1955 a femur belonging to an adult individual of Homo sapiens neandertalensis was found. 2) Along the sea with a fantastic coastline full of sea caves that they were inhabited since the Neolithic, as attested by the materials found by Majellaro and Prelorenzo. We will discover the Caves of Ripalta. Along this stretch of the Via Francigena you can also admire the typical Apulian rural landscape with its dry stone walls, haystacks and small houses. We will continue on a short stretch through a fantastic meadow of spontaneous orchids and we will be able to reach Cala Pantano, a small inlet created by the blades, erosive furrows typical of the Apulian landscape.

Polignano a Mare is famous for its picturesque sea caves that pierce the coastal cliffs. With this boat tour, admire dramatic grottoes and caverns that are only accessible by sea. Cruise by more than a dozen caves, pausing to snap photos and admire the unique coastal formations. Enjoy a brief stop to swim and a prosecco toast on board.

Discover the pleasure of preparing and savoring fresh pasta as it is done in Salento, with the guidance of a passionate local chef Enjoy the fruits of your labor with your chef in a convivial dinner. Get the recipes and continue your cooking adventure back at home!

Lecce is famous for its baroque architecture and authentic cuisine. With this cooking class in the heart of the city’s old town, experience the best of both. Meet your hosts at an “osteria” set on one of the most charming lanes in the historic center and discover the secrets to rolling and shaping fresh “orecchiette” pasta, a traditional specialty from Puglia. Then relax over a guided wine tasting paired with regional delicacies.

Experience an authentic hands-on pasta making class in Bari on this 3-hour tour. Learn how to make traditional Italian pasta from start to finish using the proper Italian ingredients and techniques. Then create a delicious pasta dish with help from your host and sit down to the fruits of your labor with a bottle of local wine.

Visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one day—and see some of southern Italy's greatest treasures—on this tour of Puglia and Basilicata. First, with just a small group for company, explore Matera, including the Sassi area, a complex of dramatic cave dwellings carved into the mountainside. Nearby, rock churches house 13th-century frescoes. Then it’s on to Alberobello to see the Trulli, an awe-inspiring collection of conical limestone dwellings.

Pair a walking tour of Bari with a cooking class on this two-in-one, small-group tour. With a guide, you’ll make your way around the enticing Old Town lanes, discovering landmarks such as the Basilica of St. Nicholas and hearing the city’s history. After a visit to the city’s waterfront, you’ll visit the home of a Bari resident to make fresh pasta and enjoy it alongside local wine.

Explore Puglia’s capital on this 2-hour bike tour that takes you through Bari’s maze-like old town and lesser-known neighborhoods outside the city center. Cover much more distance than walking to see highlights such as the San Sabino Cathedral, the Basilica di San Nicola, and the local fish market while your guide shares insight into the city’s heritage. Take in beautiful seaside views and stop for a tasting of delicious handmade ice cream.

We will walk southwards along the Trani seafront, to reach the path of the Cliffs. Along this rocky coast with high and continuous cliffs overlooking the sea, far from the city, it will be possible to admire the colorful bee-eater, and listen to its unmistakable "crane-crane" sound. It is a migratory bird with a wingspan of about half a meter, which overwinters in tropical Africa and reaches our territory at the end of spring, to nest along the sandy walls. After reaching a shady pine forest on the sea, fascinating spontaneous orchids will sprout, these deceptive plants that with their strange shapes and colors always manage to attract, in addition to insects, nature and photography enthusiasts. The route will end in Torre Olivieri, a lookout tower located on the coast, in the Lama Paterna, an erosive furrow typical of the Apulian landscape, which conveys the meteoric waters from the karst plateau of the Murge towards the Adriatic Sea.

Discover a side of Puglia that few other visitors get to see—and enjoy an active and immersive sightseeing experience—on this private, half-day hiking tour. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, meet your guide in central Otranto, and wear comfortable hiking gear. On your coastal trek, you’ll discover natural landmarks like the Grotta della Monaca and Cave of the Hermit. Then, go for a cooling swim in the Bay of the Turks.

Your journey will take you to the most picturesque corners of the city, where you will have ample opportunities to take breathtaking photos and immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of your surroundings. Admire the intricate details of the trulli's architecture, from the symbolic motifs painted on the facades to the ingenious use of local materials.

The coast of Castellaneta Marina is home to large beaches of soft sand which are bathed by a crystal clear sea which has received the Blue Flag title.

With this adventurous excursion we will guide you along on the Cape of Otranto Trail to admire Lighthouse of Punta Palascia and the Nature Trails of the Otranto-Leuca Nature Park. We will make an exciting panoramic and extreme Trekking, walking the coastal paths on high cliffs, visit the legendary Tower of the Serpe, walk on the Sentiero delle Orte, go up the coast exploring the former Bauxite Quarry, its little red lake and the striking red earth dunes. We will continue along Il Sentiero di Capo d'Otranto, we will do an adventurous trek, we will go through the fossil forest and explore the Grotta del Vento and the scenic Grotta del Ciclope, we will arrive at the Lighthouse to stop on the easternmost point of Italy, We will walk along the Paths of the Via Francigena until we reach Masseria Cippano, from here we will walk the Sentiero delle Memorie from the Colle dei Martiri. From here we will return to Otranto to the starting point where the hike will end.

Come with us to discover the coast of the rising sun to get to know the unique and evocative places guided by our team, we will go to the discovery of secret places nestled between the coasts of our seas that will leave you breathless.

A pleasant walk in Alberobello is just what you need to get to know the city and its secular splendor and heritage! Together with a guide, discover the different ways to enjoy the Apulian aperitif, all accompanied by high quality products.

3 days of trekking to discover Imperial Puglia, its rural and wild landscapes, its ancient maritime and Murgian culture. The feeling will be that of being in a large open space in which to wander with your gaze towards infinite horizons characterized by the pungent smells of mint and wild thyme in the intense green of the wheat fields or rocky pastures between the evident yellow of the ferula, meeting orchids and lesser kestrels. In this land, emperors, farmers, shepherds, lumberjacks, together with the climate, have made the landscape and its culture unique.

Discover the authentic flavors of Alberobello with our exclusive Street Food Tour, a culinary adventure designed to make you experience the essence of the Apulian food and wine tradition through its most genuine dishes and street specialities. Start your journey in the beating heart of Alberobello, a city rich in history, culture and, above all, irresistible culinary delights.

Are we sure that the places most frequented by other tourists are the most beautiful to see and get to know? This tour will change your mind. You will explore the most remote, original, photographable trulli. We are a travel agency and we create innovative itineraries using Artificial Intelligence and Cartographic data of the Territory. An itinerary halfway between an urban and a naturalistic route. Sprinkled with trulli and Mediterranean vegetation. You will admire the most beautiful and unusual landscapes. Both in "bird's eye view" and with photos of the most hidden detail. Make your social account, or your photo album, richer and different than everyone else's photos. Attention, however, we will also talk about the history of Alberobello and the Itria valley; of its traditions and many curiosities. It will be a pleasure to have you as our guest.

Hike of 8 km on the coast of Melendugno, important for the landscape. High and white cliffs overlooking a crystal clear sea tell us about the evolution of the ecosystem, the small inlets and natural cavities in the rocky bank have always played an important role for Humanity since ancient times. We will discover the interaction of the natural elements and the human footprint on the landscape. We will practice the collection of edible wild herbs, an action that has always accompanied human subsistence, even before the practice of agriculture. At the end of the tour we will taste spontaneous herb dishes and autochthonous bottled wine. An excursion aimed at the total understanding of the landscape through the use of all the senses, trying to stimulate the sense of smell (one of the senses less used by man).

Visit one of the deepest canyons of Apulia: Gravina Grande of Castellaneta, in the heart of the land of ravines, natural Park founded in 2005. Ravines are deep karst canyons, characterized by the typical Mediterranean bush. The perfect natural habitat of many vegetal and animal species, where it is possible to assist at the flight of some specimens such as the kestrel hawk and the black stork. A sensational nature path where you can appreciate the scents and sounds of nature in an atmosphere far from the daily chaos. An area that has been lived in and modified by man for more than 3,000 years of history, during which time rock has provided shelter and vegetation and fauna have provided food. Karst caves and rock settlements. Ancient environments, worship places. You will admire this visiting the Land of ravines.