Tour at a glance: By Dr Gianni Stangellini of Italy (guide and the tour organiser):
Overview on Puglia-Alberobello-Matera Walking Tour
From the sun-kissed Adriatic coast to ancient olive groves and the magical stone city of Matera, our brand-new Puglia 2026 itinerary is ready to welcome you on a journey you’ll never forget.
Here’s a taste of what awaits you:
Easy walks!! We have rated this with 2- (on a scale from1 to 5), so you can do it!
A hands-on cooking class where you’ll roll your own orecchiette and bake traditional focaccia
Guided walks through Bari’s old town, the whitewashed alleys of Ostuni, and the world-famous trulli of Alberobello
Breathtaking views over Polignano a Mare and Monopoli’s cathedral treasures
Strolling under centuries-old olive trees and tasting golden Puglian olive oil at a traditional masseria
Wine tasting at a modern winery among the hills
Two unforgettable days in Matera, Italy’s breathtaking “stone city”:
• Explore the UNESCO-listed Sassi cave dwellings with an expert local guide
• Learn the secrets of Matera’s traditional bread
• Enjoy a magical sunset hike across the Murgia plateau, with sweeping views of the ancient landscape
• Celebrate with a farewell dinner on a panoramic terrace in the heart of the Sassi
An average day of the trip
On a typical day, you'll have the option to start with light stretches and exercises with Linda Kriel (optional 😁), followed by a morning hike/walk with your guide lasting about 3 hours. We then stop at a local restaurant or farmhouse for lunch (lasting approximately 1.5 hours), where you'll enjoy delicious local food and wines.
In the afternoon, there might be additional walking or a town stroll. Around 4:30 or 5:00 pm, your guide will accompany you back to the hotel. Before dinner, you'll have a couple of hours to rest.
Dinner will be served in a restaurant in town, easily reachable on foot. Local wine, our house vino della casa, is always included for lunch or dinner, but you're welcome to buy your own wine from the wine list if you prefer.
How difficult is the walk?
A walk rating of 2− (two minus) on a scale from 1 to 5 typically indicates a walk that is slightly more challenging than very easy, but still quite manageable for most people. Here’s what it might involve:
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Terrain: Mostly flat or gently undulating, with well-maintained paths. Any uneven or rough sections would be minimal and short.
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Distance: Usually on the shorter side — around 3 to 4 miles (4.5–5.5 km), depending on the environment.
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Elevation gain: Very limited. There might be a few mild slopes, but no real climbs or descents to speak of.
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Skill level: Suitable for beginners, casual walkers, families, or anyone looking for a light outing with very little effort required. Fit people can walk fast and even take a jog, or do some exercises with Linda while waiting for the others to catch up.
In short, a 2− rating reflects a walk that is just a step up from the easiest level, offering a bit of variety without introducing any real difficulty.
Included:
- 6 night stay at small hotels (3 and 4 stars). Book early and we will try to accommodate you in a room with a view.
- All breakfasts, 3 lunches, 5 dinners. Local wine is always included with lunches and dinners. Vegetarian? Vegan? No problem!
- Transportation along the tour. We also transport your luggage from hotel to hotel
- Guides: 1 local guide for groups smaller than 10. Groups larger than 10 people will be guided by 2 local guides.
- Optional: personal consultation with Linda about fitness and weight loss – during walks.
- Stretching before and after walks, and optional toning exercises throughout the walk. Linda caters for ALL fitness levels.
- Entrance tickets for all the special events and museum-villas.
- Wine tasting and winery visit: you will talk to the owner!
- All taxes
Excluded
- Flights
- Transportation to the starting place and from the ending place of your trip
- Two lunches when you are on your own along the tour
- Tips for the guides
The Hotels:
- Hotel Boston – Bari
- Borgo Santuri – Ostuni
- Palazzo Viceconte – Matera
See you in Italy! - Linda Kriel Dr Gianni Stanghellini (Walk About Italy)
Cancellation Policy
If you must cancel your reservation, your cancellation fee will be determined according to the policy outlined below. The cancellation policies take into consideration the costs Walk About Italy incurs long before travellers ever depart.
Percentage charges are calculated on total trip cost.
Days Prior to Trip Start Cancellation fee:
- 95+ days €300 p/person (non-refundable administrative fee)
- 65-95 days 30%
- 35-65 days 60%
- 0-35 days 100%
