Bari Tours

Ostuni, Martina Franca, and Alberobello are three gems of Puglia’s Itria Valley, but visiting these towns in one day by bus or train is almost impossible. With this driving tour, skip the hassle and delays of public transportation and instead relax on board a private minivan to each town. Take in the famed “trulli” in Alberobello, sweeping views from Martina Franca, and the historic cathedral in Ostuni before the return drive.

With a private guide, visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one day. First, explore Matera, including the Sassi area, a complex of 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 mortarless limestone dwellings, a prehistoric building technique still used in the region.

WITH THIS TOUR YOU WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO SEE THE BEST OF PUGLIA IN A SINGLE TOUR. THE GUIDE THAT WILL ACCOMPANY YOU 'SPIEGHERA AND WILL TAKE YOU TO TRY ALSO THE TRADITIONS OF THE VISITED PLACES.

During the excursion there is a bathroom break in one of the most beautiful places on the Polignano coast. With the Cliff Tour you can enjoy a tasty aperitif with fresh drinks and prosecco offered by the crew. WE WILL SHOW YOU THE HIDDEN TREASURES OF THE BEAUTIFUL POLIGNANO A MARE.

Bari seen from the sea with its fantastic promenade, the fort and the city walls. the Fort of Sant'Antonio Abate, together with that of Santa Scolastica, is one of the four bulwarks that marked the Bari city walls until the nineteenth century. It represents the highest point of the old city from which you can embrace the route of the medieval walls with your gaze

Visit 2 Unesco sites in one day: Matera - world third-oldest town in the world to be inhabited and European Capital of Culture 2019 and Alberobello a Unesco small town famus for its unique trulli constructions and Polignano a Mare the "Cinque Terre" of South Italy

You will be fascinated by anecdotes about how my grandmother made pasta and what cooking represented in the past and still represents. An immersion in the real Apulian life and in Italian sociology! I will let Elisa, my friend and super expert collaborator in Apulian pasta, communicate with gestures and by example; he speaks only Italian but will manage to communicate with his heart and experience as always. And, once at home, you will produce your own good food yourself, and you will be reminded of what she has shown you. Instead, I will communicate, if necessary also simultaneously, in English, Italian and French and you will probably laugh at my linguistic "flights" and my role as "slave in Elisa's kitchen" :-) The lunch that follows is collaborative, everyone helps and, dishes and pans in the hands. The wine, the foods that I serve together with the pasta that we prepare together and that are all local and largely the fruit of my organic garden, do the rest.

Set out on a boat to explore the sea caves of Polignano a Mare during this tour. Cruise out to sea and admire the coastline views as your guide takes care of the navigating. See unique rock formations and colorful light displays in Grotta delle Rondinelle, Grotta of Episcopina, and Grotta Palazzese.

Sympathy, staff preparation and hospitality make the tour unique and unforgettable, so much so that it is recognized by several magazines as an experience not to be missed. 90 minutes of excursion where you visit 10km of coast with a visit from the inside to all the sea caves, you can enjoy a swim stop (the place to stop depends on various factors such as sea conditions or maritime traffic) where you can make snorkeling (mask and tube provided by the staff on request). The tour is accompanied by historical information and enriched with funny anecdotes, also in a foreign language (English). The reception of the staff is guaranteed from the moment of booking, to boarding and disembarking. Music, if appreciated by all guests, accompanies the fun. The possibility of a fresh water shower after the bath is included (to be specified if desired). There is a sun shade (if required). To seal everything there is a small aperitif with alcoholic and / or non-alcoholic drinks.

Taste your way around town with this street food tour of Bari, and learn about the city’s signature treats from a private guide. Starting with a walk around Bari’s Old Town, the tour introduces you to standout sights such as the Basilica of St. Nicholas and its sacred crypt. Continue to explore the cobblestoned enclave, trying fresh burrata cheese, focaccia, salumi, panzerotti, and home-made gelato. Finally, you’ll finish with a visit to the city’s French neighborhood where a large fish market is held.

The master ice cream maker Giordy Babbo hopes to be able to convey to all of you his deep passion for what is food in general, but above all for artisan ice cream. After a warm welcome and a short presentation, we will start with an explanation of what the world of ice cream is; after which we will begin to produce two flavors of ice cream together on our common table. The tastes will be gradually decided according to the seasonality of the available products, something we have always cared about for a long time, since it is important to use natural and fresh products, at Km 0. After preparation, there will be the most awaited part: the tasting of the ice cream as soon as product. The course will last about 2 hours, including a coffee break of about 15 minutes. At the end of the course, the Academy's certificate and apron will be issued to take us back home with you. A short recipe book will allow you to reproduce what you have seen, with the help of a small ice cream maker.

Imagine diving into crystal clear waters and hearing the sound of your first breath underwater. To admire the sun's rays that illuminate the colorful seabed and the many species of fish. Let yourself be guided by our specialized instructors.

Sofia is a modern 6.5 meter boat with a 115 horsepower engine, in possession of a navigation license for pleasure boats bearing the CE mark. Sofia Excursions offers its guests guided tours of the Polignano a Mare caves departing from the new tourist port of Polignano, Cala Ponte. The conductors of Sofia, expert navigators and connoisseurs of the territory, with their smile and their kindness will accompany you in many of the most enchanting views of the coast and in small hidden coves, perfect places for swimming, snorkeling or simply sunbathing.

During the BARI WALKING TOUR you will visit the main atractions of the old town like the Basilica of Saint Nicholas, the Fresh Pasta street, the Cathedral, the norman Castle, the narrow streets, the fish market and the warm local people.

The POLIGNANO kayak trip is a fascinating tour, not physically demanding and therefore also suitable for those who have never gone kayaking. On the way we will show you hidden caves and ravines, all to be explored! After putting on the life jackets and entering our kayaks, we will be ready to sail southwards alongside the splendid and very high coast of Polignano. We will pass by the famous beach of Lama Monachile, we will visit the most beautiful caves and ravines of the route and finally we will arrive in Porto Alga for a short stop before returning. This trip gives great emotions and allows you to navigate the blue waters of the coast of Polignano looking at the very high rocky coast that separates the city from the sea. We will take advantage of the unique perspective from the sea and the proximity to the coast that only a kayak can offer to visit one of the most beautiful stretches of sea in the Adriatic Salento! N.B. The route may change according to weather and sea conditions

From historic winery to wine museum Guided tour and tasting in the cave of wines and local products (focaccia, bread, taralli, cheese and dairy products) - PAPAVERO \ Duration: 60 min \ Wines to taste: 1 - TARASSACO \ Duration: 60 min \ Wines to taste: 2 - VILUCCHIO \ Duration: 60 min \ Wines for tasting: 3 - RADICCHIELLA ROSEA "A tour in the vineyard between history, tradition and respect for nature" \ Duration: 120 min \ Wines to taste: 3

Pedal through Bari on a bike tour, then finish in the home of a local signora, cooking a pasta dish typical of the Puglia region. The experience starts with a ride through the city’s handsome Old Town to discover landmarks as the Basilica of St. Nicholas and striking Bari Cathedral. Follow your guide through the modern French side of the city, then call in at a local home to make orecchiette pasta pomodoro by hand. A glass of the intense primitivo local wine is included as you eat.

Discover the sights and flavors of Bari on a bike tour. After exploring the historic Old Town on two wheels, you’ll then visit a bakery, brewery, deli, winery, and a gelateria. Sample food at each venue, trying treats such as the local ‘focaccia barese,’ before you venture into the modern streets of the city’s French quarter.

With our walking tour at the Castel del Monte you will visit it with a local guide who will reveal the secrets of the place and tell you about the life of Federico II, the Emperor and the holy Roman empire.

Wonderful experience to discover the HIDDEN TREASURES of Polignano a Mare. Breathtaking cliffs and sea caves: the magic of an almost inaccessible nature that can only be discovered with this unique tour... with FREE DRINKS INCLUDED! Free cancellation or reschedule in case of bad weather/sea conditions.

Discover the highlights of Puglia on a private full-day tour from Bari. After a walking history tour of Bari’s old town, head inland to the medieval village of Aberobello, known for its distinctive prehistoric-style Trulli dwellings. Visit the ancient cave city at the Sassi of Matera, where homes and churches are carved directly to the rock in a complex stone labyrinth, and admire the World Heritage-listed Castel del Monte tucked into the Puglian hills. Throughout the day, enjoy the personalized attention of a private guide who can customize the tour based on your interests.

Discover Puglia’s diverse landscapes and rich heritage on this 4-day sightseeing and cooking experience. Stay overnight in a charming bed-and-breakfast in seaside Bari, venturing out each day with a professional guide to explore regional highlights like the distinctive Trulli architecture of Alberobello, Gargano National Park, the UNESCO-listed Shrine of Saint Michael and the mountain villages of Monti Dauni. Cap off the tour with a cooking class at the private home of a chef, where you’ll learn to prepare classic Puglian dishes using fresh local ingredients.

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 Alberobello on a customizable half-day tour, and discover its famous ‘trulli’ houses with your own private guide. Built by peasants around 700 years ago, the whitewashed and cone-shaped dwellings are now UNESCO-listed treasures. Learn all about them as you explore, hearing how their drywalls were built, and then end the experience with a wine tasting. Sip on glasses of Puglian wine, and learn about the local grapes as you drink. Make use of round-trip transport from Bari, if you wish.