Cycle Puglia

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  • No booking fees
5 Based on 2 Reviews
  • duration 8 days
  • tour type Small group Request as private
  • age requirement 16-95 yrs
  • max group size 16
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-35990
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Altamura, Italy
  • Ends Monopoli, Italy
HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Cycle the heel of Italy in eight days and ride through Puglia's sun-drenched landscapes
  • Spend time in Matera, ancient city of the 'sassi' and an UNESCO Heritage site
  • Refuel on local delicacies such as mozzarella di bufala and fresh antipasti
The "Cycle Puglia" tour starts from Altamura and ends in Monopoli. It is a bicycle trip that takes 8 days taking you through Savelletri, Alberobello and Monopoli in Italy. "Cycle Puglia" is a guided small group tour that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

Discover the 'heel' of Italy on a mix of leisurely and moderate grade cycle rides through the sun-drenched region of Puglia. Along the way we sample the superb Pugliese cuisine with cheeses from a local 'caseificio', a visit to a family-run bakery and wine tasting.



Alberobello and Monopoli - Whitewashed towns with the fairytale-like 'trulli' dwellings



Matera - Ancient city 'sassi' cave dwellings, one of Europe's oldest settlements



Adriatic Coast - Cycle along the rugged coastline with its inviting waters and beaches
ITINERARY Expand All
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  • Day 1 : Tour starts in Altamura
  • Day 2 : Visit a traditional bakery in Altamura; cycle south to Matera
  • Day 3 : Choice of optional morning rides; free afternoon to discover the Sassi of Matera
  • Day 4 : Optional guided tour of Sassi, agriturismo visit with cheese-making demonstration and lunch; afternoon ride to Alberobello
  • Day 5 : Loop ride to Locorotondo and Cisternino visiting an olive oil mill and winery en route
  • Day 6 : Cycle Alberobello to Monopoli
  • Day 7 : Loop ride to Savelletri
  • Day 8 : Trip ends in Monopli
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Meals
  • 7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch
Accommodation
  • Hotel Fuori Le Mura (1 night)
  • Hotel Sassi (2 nights)
  • Grand Hotel Olimpo (2 nights)
  • Hotel Monopoli Albergo Diffuso (2 nights)
Transport
  • Driver(s)
  • Bus
Guide
  • Explore Tour Leader
Others
  • Bicycle
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Any international flights to Altamura and from Monopoli are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
  • Travel insurance is not included in this Cycle Puglia tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 2 reviews
  • Karen
  • On Nov 11 2020
5 - Excellent
Excellent
The tour operator did really well with health & safety measures as I went during Covid. Hotels had good procedures re social distancing and wearing of masks. The operator had good procedures also
  • Edward
  • On Oct 11 2020
5 - Excellent
Excellent
All in all a very well thought out trip and interesting places to visit and stay . Would go back one day for sure. Bari and Monopoli very lovely by the ocean .
REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
  • Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
  • Protected Travel within your own bubble.
  • Professional Access our Travel Specialists' insider knowledge.
  • Privacy Enjoy a tour focused solely on you or your travel group.
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GOOD TO KNOW Download trip notes
CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Cycle Puglia tour. You can cancel the tour up to 63 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 62 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 20 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 20 June 2024, a deposit of 10% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 62 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Cycle Puglia tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Cycle Puglia tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

For Solo Travelers

A twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • The average size of this tour is just 12 people.
  • Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
  • All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be either fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure or have taken a negative test (rapid antigen or PCR)  within 72 hours of departure.
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