Welcome at the airport and transfer to the hotel in the Barletta area. Best Western dei Cavalieri Hotel 4* or similar. (D)

Full-day excursion to the Gargano promontory, known as the “spur of Italy’s boot.” Travel along the rugged Adriatic coastline before reaching Vieste, a charming town dominated by a 13th-century castle. Photo stop at the famous Pizzomunno sea stack. On the return journey, walk through Monte Sant’Angelo, perched 800m above sea level and offering spectacular views over the Gargano Peninsula and the Adriatic Sea. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon. (B-D)

Discover Bari with a stroll along the Lungomare Nazario Sauro waterfront overlooking the Adriatic Sea. Explore the medieval old town, its charming alleyways and the local tradition of handmade fresh pasta. Pass by the Basilica of Saint Nicholas and the cathedral, two remarkable landmarks of the city’s rich historical heritage. Enjoy a free afternoon in the beautiful town of Trani, known for its fishing port, castle, Jewish quarter and magnificent Romanesque cathedral. Dinner and overnight stay in the Lecce area. Arthotel & Park Lecce Hotel 4* or similar. (B-D)

Departure for Otranto, located at the easternmost tip of Italy, a charming fishing port where a dialect closely related to Greek is still spoken. Visit the town, its cathedral, historic centre and the Aragonese Castle (exterior view). In the afternoon, enjoy free time to explore Gallipoli, built on a small peninsula. Discover its castle and the Cathedral of Sant’Agata. Continue along the Riviera and its ancient ramparts, offering magnificent views of the Ionian Sea. Dinner and overnight stay in the Lecce area. (B-D)

Discover Lecce, often referred to as the “Florence of the Baroque.” Explore its Roman remains, richly decorated churches and ornate palaces. Piazza del Duomo showcases a remarkable architectural ensemble reflecting the artistic refinement of the 17th and 18th centuries. In the afternoon, discover Martina Franca, located on one of the highest hills of the Murge region, renowned for its elegant Baroque buildings and numerous Rococo palaces that give the town its unique appeal. Dinner and overnight stay in the Alberobello area. Masseria Chiancone Torricella Hotel 4* or similar. (B-D)

Morning dedicated to discovering the land of the trulli, the distinctive cone-roofed houses scattered among vineyards and gardens. Stop in Alberobello to admire these iconic dwellings that seem straight out of a fairy tale. In the afternoon, visit Ostuni, built on three hills, with its medieval town perched on the highest summit. Discover its Baroque and Renaissance palaces, its 13th-century cathedral and its whitewashed streets reminiscent of the villages of the Cyclades. Dinner and overnight stay in the Alberobello area. (B-D)

Full-day excursion to Matera, in the Basilicata region, renowned for its unique Sassi districts, a remarkable network of cave dwellings and stone houses built into the hillside, where rooftops often serve as streets. Discover this UNESCO World Heritage Site and its fascinating troglodyte heritage. Continue along the Strada dei Sassi, overlooking the dramatic ravine and circling the rocky outcrop crowned by the cathedral. Dinner and overnight stay in the Barletta area. Best Western dei Cavalieri Hotel 4* or similar. (B-D)

Transfer to Bari Airport. (B)