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Apulia & Lecce, Self-Drive

8 days

Very easy

8 D | Self-drive | From and to Bari/ Brindisi

Join this eight-day comprehensive tour to discover Puglia and Lecce: an unforgettable experience through Italian culture. Wander through the alleys of Martina Franca; visit Alberobello, and discover why this stunning architecture was so popular in the past and how the Trulli were built. Marvel at the one of a kind ancient town of Matera. Visit Lecce, the pearl of the Apulian baroque; Otranto, with its beautiful Cathedral and explore the old city of Bari.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Martina Franca: known for its Baroque architecture and the music festival of the Itria Valley, one of the three major towns surrounding the Valle d’Itria. 

Lecce: the most beautiful city in Puglia, the Baroque masterpiece of southern Italy. Sometimes described as the 'Rome of the South', with a long history of rich architecture and art.

Alberobello: universally-known as the capital of the ‘Trulli’, famous worldwide for their beauty and unique characteristics, and represent one of the most extraordinary examples of Italian folk architecture.

Trani: a town located in the proximity of Castel del Monte, whose jewel is represented by his church that overlooks the Adriatic Sea and one of the most splendid Romanesque cathedrals. 

Matera: one of the most interesting, unusual and memorable tourist destinations in Italy, it is a town famous for its extensive cave-dwelling districts, the ‘sassi’. 

Otranto: a picturesque town of Puglia, famous for the Cathedral, whose mosaic floor of the 2nd century will delight you. 

Bari: combines seaside charm and historical appeal. A major cruise port, the University City is also known for its old town, which boasts churches, picturesque courtyards, and other tucked-away gems.

What's included?

    ACCOMMODATION:

    • 7 nights' accommodation

    ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

    Day 1-4 Alberobello 

    Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Ramapendula or similar 4*

    Day 5-6 Otranto  

    Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Vittoria or similar 4*

    Day 7 Lecce 

    Superior Hotel Category = Art Hotel & Park or similar 4*

    CAR HIRE OPTIONS

    Car Group B = Lancia Ypsilon

    MEALS:

    • 7 breakfasts

    CAR HIRE:

    • 8-day car hire
    • Pick-up and drop-off from Bari or Brindisi Airports
    • Unlimited mileage 
    • All insurances: SCDW, PAI, TP
    • Tax
    • Domestic one-way fee (except to/from Sardinia or Sicily) 
    • Airport and railway surcharge 
    • Road Tax (VRF) 
    • Additional driver 
    • Grace period 29 minutes
    Exclusions
      • Tour guide
      • Entrance fees
      • Visa fees
      • Domestic flights 
      • International flights 
      • Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
      • Optional tours (if any)
      • City tax not included, payable on the spot
      • Any visit not mentioned in the program
      • Porterage and gratuities  
      • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
      • Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
      • Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

      EXCLUSIONS AND REQUIREMENTS CAR HIRE

      • Fuel & Refuelling charge (Fuel fees approx. €20 + IVA 22%)
      • Admin fee (€50 + tax) in case of car damage, traffic fine, etc.
      • No Show fee 
      • Delivery and Collection
      • Insurance “young” for all clients between 23 and 25 year
      • Windscreen protection (WDW) - Road Side Safety Net (RSN)
      Please note
        • We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
        • Please note that this tour is a suggested itinerary. While the sites listed may be visited independently, the package does not cover any applicable entrance or tour fees
        • Please consider that the driving times and distances are estimated and that they can vary because of many circumstances, such as specific route is taken, hotel location, traffic, weather, road conditions, etc.
        • Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
        • In many hotels in Italy, the triple rooms are double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
        • No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed  


        What to bring

          Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for traveling in Italy. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts, or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat, and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

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