REGULAR TOURS: CAMPANIA AND PUGLIA - ESSENCE OF THE SOUTH

Arrival at Naples airport and transfer to the hotel. Free time. At 18:00, meeting with the tour leader at the reception.

After breakfast, discover the heart of Naples on foot, exploring its historic squares, elegant streets, and iconic monuments. Starting from Piazza del Plebiscito, the heart of the city, admire the majestic Basilica of San Francesco di Paola and the Royal Palace. Stroll through the elegant Galleria Umberto I, a symbol of Neapolitan architecture with its stunning stained glass and decorative details. Don’t miss the Teatro di San Carlo, one of the oldest and most famous opera houses in the world, symbolizing the city’s musical tradition. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Naples’ streets, historic cafés, and the unique charm that makes the city unforgettable.

Optional Excursion: Pompeii and Archaeological Treasures

Step into ancient history with a guided tour of Pompeii, the city buried by the eruption of 79 AD. Walk through streets, houses, temples, and squares, perfectly preserved under the lava for centuries, and experience how daily life in ancient Rome comes alive at every step. In the afternoon, transfer back to the hotel, taking with you the memories of a unique journey through time.

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the port to depart for Capri, the most famous island of the Campanian archipelago. Located in front of the Sorrento Peninsula in the Gulf of Naples, Capri is undoubtedly the most famous island, frequently featured in films and advertising campaigns. For centuries it has enchanted emperors, artists, and celebrities, and continues to attract thousands of tourists each year. With sun almost all year round, visiting Capri offers access to breathtaking places: secret coves, lively alleys, cliffs, and mountains with spectacular views. In the afternoon, return to the hotel.

Optional: Boat tour and visit to the Blue Grotto

Breakfast at the hotel and excursion to Positano and Amalfi. Arrival in Positano, the pearl of the Amalfi Coast, with its unique atmosphere among picturesque alleys, small shops, and colorful ceramics. Capture the magic of the place with a postcard photo from the sea before concluding your day of exploration. Continue to Amalfi, the splendid city that gives its name to the entire coast, famous for being one of the ancient maritime republics, and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the famous Cathedral of St. Andrew and the Paper Museum during your free time. In the afternoon return to the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for Puglia. Before arriving in Bari, stop to visit Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest cities in the world, where history, culture, and nature blend to create breathtaking scenery. Visit the Sassi, the ancient settlement carved into the rock. A network of caves used as dwellings, winding alleys, rock churches, terraces, gardens, and underground passages make the Sassi a spectacular example of architecture perfectly integrated with its natural environment. Transfer and accommodation at the hotel in Bari.

After breakfast, visit Bari Vecchia, the heart of the city. Bari Vecchia is a place where time seems to stand still in its simplicity and authenticity. Walking through the narrow streets of this district, you can feel the history, traditions, and customs passed down through generations. The style of the buildings in the historic center reflects the layers of different eras that have shaped the city’s architecture and daily life.

Optional Excursion: Bari Food Tour

Prepare for a full culinary experience! The Bari Food Tour allows you to experience the city like a true local. An expert in local cuisine will guide you to taste the best traditional dishes in places known only to residents. A truly engaging gastronomic experience in a relaxed atmosphere.

After breakfast, departure for Alberobello with its monumental Trulli village dating back to the mid-16th century, a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its unique architecture and historical importance. In the afternoon, continue to Ostuni, also known as the “White City” for its characteristic historic center. A walk through the old town offers picturesque views of alleys, steep stairways, courtyards, and small squares dominated by white houses, artisan shops, typical restaurants, and little stores. Final transfer to the hotel in Lecce.

After breakfast, spend the day discovering Lecce, defined as the capital of Baroque in southern Italy. A historical and cultural center with ancient buildings of unique beauty, built over centuries in the so-called “Lecce stone.” Squares, palaces, amphitheaters, and stone sculptures harmoniously integrated into the urban context. Don’t miss the Basilica of Santa Croce with the adjacent Celestini Palace and the Lecce Cathedral, located in the heart of the historic center. Free time for culture and art enthusiasts to explore other beauties and typical spots of Lecce.

Optional Excursion: Gallipoli – “Beautiful City”

Meet the guide to discover Gallipoli, formerly called Kalè Polis. Visit the impressive 17th-century cathedral, the old town with its flat-roofed white houses, alleys and courtyards, and the remarkable Baroque art hidden in the small churches and squares of Santa Agata Island, connected to the mainland by a 17th-century bridge and protected by the Aragonese Castle. Free time to stroll, enjoy the surroundings, and shop before returning to the hotel.

After breakfast, departure for Monopoli, a picturesque coastal city in Puglia, famous for its charming medieval old town, sea-facing walls, and colorful fishing boats in the port. Walking through its white streets, discover Baroque churches, hidden squares, and the imposing Castle of Charles V. An authentic place where history blends with maritime life and tradition. Continue to Naples and check in at the hotel for overnight stay.

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport/station. End of services.