Escorted Tours,Walking Tours
Today, arrive at either Bari or Brindisi Airport and transfer to the hotel in Ostuni. There will be a group briefing this evening before Dinner. Meals: Dinner
After breakfast, today's walk takes us to a small family run farm near Montalbano Village, where we are welcomed and will stop for a short break to sample some of Senora Milena's locally produced farm produce. The farm is located at the foothills of South Eastern Murgia and surrounded by the hills, which stand the three sanctuaries close to Ostuni San Biagio, Sant'Oronzo and Santa Maria d'Agnano. The property is home to hundreds of Olive trees. Afterwards, we continue our walk from Ostuni arriving at Dune Costiere Regional Natural Park. This interesting protected area of Southern Italy is rich with different habitat types and sites of historic importance. There are plenty of beaches, coves and dunes and is a regular stopping point for migratory birds on their route from Europe to Africa. We will have free time to explore or relax as you wish, before returning to Ostuni by public transport. Meals: Breakfast
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Today, we follow the route of the Apulian Aqueduct and enter the green heart of Puglia, stopping in delightful Locorotondo with its historic centre and views over the surrounding vineyards. We then arrive in Martina Franca to sample the Extra Virgin Olive Oil and explore the historic buildings and Churches. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, we descend to Monte San Martino, in the heart of the Itria Valley. Following narrow streets, we reach Alberobello and walk among the Trulli 'Limestone dwellings' and taste the local Wines produced in this fertile valley. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, we depart from Uggiano la Chiesa and walk along the coast towards the scenic Saracen Tower of Saint Emiliano. We will proceed on a dirt road to the beautiful Bay of Porto Badisco, which is a site inextricably linked to the Neolithic Grotta dei Cervi. It is the largest Neolithic pictorial complex in Europe, known as the 'Sistine Chapel' of rock art, although we are only able to admire it from the outside as it is a protected building and closed to the public. There is time to have lunch and relax at Porto Badisco Bay before we return to Uggiano La Chiesa. Meals: Breakfast
Today's walk takes us from Uggiano la Chiesa to Otranto following a section of the Via Francigena. Dotted within the beautiful countryside and farmlands, we will find old buildings along the way including the ruins of the Ancient Abbey of Casole, which is located on the old Pilgrimage Passage for Crusaders and Devotees to the Holy Land. Here, we will stop at a farm for some local Cheese tasting. Before reaching Otranto, we will climb up the gentle Colle della Minerva, whose name recalls the existence of a Temple dedicated to the Goddess. At the top of the staircase stands the Sanctuary of St. Maria dei Martiri where a Chapel was erected in memory of the massacre of 1480. In Otranto the rest of the afternoon is free to enjoy the town at our leisure. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, on today's walk we will become immersed in the beautiful unspoiled landscapes around Otranto. Enjoy the stunning Lunar landscape of the Blue Lake, the mysterious Snake Tower and the pristine Orte Bay where you can relax by the sea or swim in its quiet waters. Meals: Breakfast
Today is the end of our tour. After breakfast, individually transfer to the train station or airport for your onward journey or return flight home. Meals: Breakfast
Tour Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (ww)
