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Travel to Puglia & Matera: Secrets of Southern Italy

8 Days

Begin your journey in Matera, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, and stay in the unique Sassi hotel made from solid stone and built into an ancient cave dwelling. Then travel to Puglia, where you will explore picturesque cliff towns, endless olive groves, vineyards and extraordinary cuisine. Spend a day in Alberobello, a Unesco World Heritage site and sample some of the region’s most renowned wines and traditional foods. Visit Ostuni, known as Italy’s white city for its white façades and admire the stunning Polignano a Mare, where Italian singer-song writer Domenico Modugno wrote the famous song “Volare”. Learn the history of the baroque town of Lecce and explore the Salento coastline in a vintage car!

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What’s Included?
  • 1 night in luxury cave hotel in Matera
  • 3 nights at Masseria Donna Chiara
  • 3 nights at Palazzo Guido in Lecce
  • All breakfasts, 4 dinners, 2 lunches
  • E-bike experience through the Itria Valley
  • Guided visit of Ostuni, Polignano a Mare, Monopoli, Alberobello and Lecce
  • Exclusive boat excursion
  • Cooking class
  • Winery tour and tasting
  • Vintage car tour of the Salento coast
  • Private transfer for all activities
  • Trip guide & translator
  • Airfare – should be arranged to Rome (FCO) and then a short flight to Bari
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic beverages – except for the wine included during meals
  • Lunches during free time
  • Additional excursions
  • A la Carte Spa Services

Meet Your Guide(s)

Jonathan L'epée Urbani - Life Beyond the Room
Jonathan L’Epée Urbani

Jonathan is a professional photographer and videographer by trade, but a passionate world traveler by nature. From a Swiss father and an Italian mother, Jonathan has lived all over the world, and currently resides in Rome, Italy. He speaks English, Italian and French and has extensive experience exploring Southern Italy.

Departures Available
October 5-12, 2025
Starting at
€ 5.200
Single Occupancy Adjustment
€1.000
Maximum Group Size
8 Travelers

Meet Your Guide(s)

Jonathan L'epée Urbani - Life Beyond the Room
Jonathan L’Epée Urbani

Jonathan is a professional photographer and videographer by trade, but a passionate world traveler by nature. From a Swiss father and an Italian mother, Jonathan has lived all over the world, and currently resides in Rome, Italy. He speaks English, Italian and French and has extensive experience exploring Southern Italy.

Rich, Meaningful, Memorable Travel Awaits

Life Beyond the Room (LBR) is a sensorial™ travel concierge dedicated
to creating custom, unique itineraries for travelers seeking authentic experiences
immersed in the lifestyle, flavors, and culture of each region. Our local managers live in the destination countries and speak the local languages, allowing us to create incredible partnerships so our travelers can step off the beaten path, beyond the hotel room, and discover places unknown to most tourists.

Our commitment to sustainability ensures that your impact is positive. You will have the trip of a lifetime while making a long-lasting positive impact on the places you visit and the people you encounter. You will meet as a guest and leave as a friend! If you have questions about this group trip or are interested in custom travel design, don’t hesitate to contact us!

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