Organized group trip in minivan and private driver with start and end tour in Bari

Treat yourself to 7 days of discoveries and guided tours in a magnificent organized group trip to Puglia and Matera with a maximum of 8 participants.Traveling alone? No problem, we'll find our travel companions.On this trip to Southern Italy during the Christmas period you will discover, Together with our certified tourist guides, intense days crossing wonderful places rich in history, meeting locals and discovering a wonderful and surprising culture. We will guide you to the 3 most beautiful Unesco sites in Southern Italy: Castel del Monte, Alberobello and Matera.But our group tour also includes guided visits to Ostuni, Locorotondo and Lecce and a special tasting itinerary in old Bari.

Join the group already formed for our organized trip for Christmas and New Year in Puglia and Matera or bring your friends with you.

⇒ POPULARITY: 10/10

⇒CHRISTMAS IN PUGLIA AND MATERA: THIS ORGANIZED GROUP TRIP IS FOR...those who want to indulge in a long and intense journey and enjoy meeting and getting to know new people and perhaps making new friends. If you love trips that are organized in every aspect and detail, comfortable and want to discover many new places, this group trip is for you.Furthermore, if you love discovering Puglia during the Christmas and New Year period, this experience will be crucial to discover local cuisine and traditional and typical recipes.This is a special travel package for the Christmas period of great quality and depth that will dedicate the right amount of time to each stop and experience and will at the same time give you a tasty journey to discover local products and cuisine.

⇒ YOU WILL GET THRILLED sleeping in 3 different cities: Bari, Matera and Lecce each with its own charm.You will be enchanted by the beauty of Matera with the lights of the sunset. You will visit the characteristic Sassi district. You will taste the typical products of the barese street food. You will walk in the magical Alberobello with its enchanting trulli. You can relax by spending a whole day between Trani and Castel del Monte. You will eat a burrata - born right here - looking at Castel del Monte; bombette and turnip greens among the Trulli, cured meats and cheeses in Matera and Lecce you will discover the ancient flavors of Salento.

⇒ WHY CHOOSE THIS CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR'S TRIP TO PUGLIA?

During the Christmas time, Puglia is transformed and lights up thanks to centuries-old local traditions and ancestral religious rites. In general, Puglia during the Christmas period is famous for its culinary traditions. On Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve, the people of Puglia skip lunch and go around the cities for last-minute shopping, meeting with friends to exchange greetings.The younger ones usually have an aperitif at lunchtime on these two special days, while at home they prepare panzerotti, pettole (or pittule), cartellate and almond sweets. On Christmas Eve, then, there is the big dinner, families get together, and by tradition they eat orecchiette with turnip tops, while on December 31st a fish-based menu is preferred.In short, so many things in a single group trip organized in the wonderful Puglia and so many things to remember forever.

⇒ DIFFICULTY: Easy

⇒ DURATION: 7 days

⇒ LANGUAGE: english, spanish

⇒ TO PUT IN THE SUITCASE: few essential stuff, comfortable clothing suitable for the season. Furthermore, during our Puglia & Matera group trip, always bring a bottle of water with you and the desire to discover these enchanting places thanks to the local guides who will be at your disposal. We'll take care of the rest!

⇒ WE PROMISE an experience of great value and value. And it will not be a frenetic journey like many others but something rich, surprising, relaxing, full of emotions, encounters and beautiful sensations. Our commitment is to create a perfect and flawless tour. Do you want a different Christmas and New Year's Eve? This trip guarantees it.

BASE IN BARI, MATERA AND LECCE

Discover the pleasure of staying in two charming rooms 4 star hotel in Bari, Matera and Lecce. Unlike other tours, our proposal allows you to settle in three special locations, rich and off the main tourist circuits, transforming your stay into a more relaxing and profound experience. Bari, Matera and Lecce will offer you the opportunity to immerse yourself completely in a unique and lively atmosphere, especially in the evening when streets and clubs light up and come alive.

PERSONALIZED ASSISTANCE:

The peace of mind of traveling knowing you have constant support is priceless. With us, you will never be alone. Our office in Trani is your point of reference for every need, offering you direct and personalized assistance. Our constant presence ensures you a worry-free trip.

EXPERT COMPANION AND GUIDES AT YOUR SIDE

Every moment of your trip will be accompanied by the discreet presence of expert local guides who will introduce you to the various destinations and will open the doors to a deep knowledge of local and typical culture and traditions. There will always be a companion with you, ready to offer you advice and assistance at any time. With them, you will discover the most hidden secrets of each destination, living a pleasant and relaxing experience.

CHRISTMAS IN PUGLIA AND MATERA. ORGANIZED GROUP TRIP UNESCO WONDERS 7 DAYS IN BRIEF

1 ° day Independent arrival in Bari and check in 4 star hotel in the city center. Street food tour.

2 ° day Guided tour of Trani and Castel del Monte (night in Bari)

3 ° day Guided tour of Altamura and Matera (night in Matera)

4 ° day Free day in Matera to spend among markets and nativity scenes (night in Matera)

5 ° day Visit to the villages of Alberobello Locorotondo and Ostuni (night in Lecce)

6 ° day Guided tour of Lecce. Free afternoon. (night in Lecce)

7 ° day Transfer to Bari and end of tour.

HOW MUCH DOES THE ORGANIZED GROUP TRIP TO PUGLIA AND MATERA UNESCO WONDERS FOR 7 DAYS AT CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR'S EVE COST?

PRICES PER PERSON IN SMALL GROUP

In this option, guided tours and transfers are shared with other participants. The tour is guaranteed with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 8 participants.

€ 2900 per person in double room

€ 3300 per person in single room

DEPARTURE CALENDAR ORGANIZED GROUP TRIP PUGLIA AND MATERA UNESCO WONDERS:

DEPARTURE 20 DECEMBER 2026

20/12 in Bari and check in, night Bari

21/12 Trani Castel del Monte and Bari, night Bari

22/12 Matera & Altamura tour, Matera night

23/12 free day in Matera

24/12 Alberobello, Locorotondo and Ostuni tour, night in Lecce

25/12 Visit of Lecce, night in Lecce

26/12 end of tour

DEPARTURE 27 DECEMBER 2026

27/12 in Bari and check in, night Bari

28/12 Trani Castel del Monte and Bari, night Bari

29/12 Matera & Altamura tour, Matera night

30/12 free day in Matera

31/12 Alberobello, Locorotondo and Ostuni tour, night in Lecce

01/01 Visit of Lecce, night in Lecce

02/01 end of tour

SIGNIFICANT MEETINGS: TRAVELERS WITH THE SAME PASSIONS.

Our small group tour is the perfect opportunity to meet people who share your interests and passions. This is the ideal experience to create authentic connections, sharing emotions and adventures in a friendly and intimate atmosphere.

COMFORT ON THE MOVE: OUR VAN FOR ALL TRANSFERS

Traveling with us means enjoying maximum comfort when traveling. Our minivan, spacious and modern, with a private driver at your complete disposal, will allow you to explore each destination in total relaxation, enriching your trip with useful information and advice.

START AND END OF TOUR IN BARI

Convenience starts from the first moment: our tour is designed for those arriving in Bari, with a welcome service also at the airport. The ease of starting and ending your trip in Bari makes your experience even more pleasant and stress-free.

Detailed plan

Day 1: Good Morning Puglia (Hotel in Bari)

Morning: Independent arrival a Bari and accommodation in a 4-star hotel in the heart of the city.

Afternoon: Walk in the historic center of Bari Old, with a charming street food tour. Taste the famous handmade orecchiette, the focaccia barese, the sgagliozze and let yourself be won over by the scents of cartellate and Christmas sweets that fill the alleys.

Evening: Visit the San Nicola neighborhood, where local Christmas traditions find their maximum expression. Free evening to explore Bari illuminated by Christmas lights.

Day 2 - Trani & Castel del Monte (night in Bari)

Morning: After breakfast, departure for Trani, the "Pearl of the Adriatic". Stroll along the picturesque harbor and visit the magnificent Romanesque cathedral, symbol of the city, without missing the opportunity to explore the suggestive Jewish quarter.

Afternoon: Transfer to Castel del Monte, a medieval masterpiece and UNESCO site, with a guided tour that will let you discover the mysteries of this unique octagonal structure.

Evening: Return to Bari and free evening.

Day 3 - Altamura and Matera (Hotel in Matera)

Morning: Breakfast and departure for Altamura, famous for its DOP bread, considered one of the best in Italy. Explore the village and let yourself be tempted by typical sweets such as the "tetta delle monache", a soft dessert filled with cream.

Afternoon: Transfer to Matera, the "City of Stones". During the panoramic tour, you will explore the rock churches, cave houses and the spectacular viewpoints of Piazza Vittorio Veneto and Piazza Duomo. The city, dressed up for the party, becomes a living crib that enchants.

Evening: Overnight stay in Matera and free evening.

Day 4: Christmas Markets and Atmosphere in Matera

Free day: Immerse yourself in the magic of Christmas markets of Matera, among illuminated alleys and artisanal products. Discover the decorations that transform the city into a living nativity scene and, in the evening, be amazed by the historical reenactment of the Nazareth 2000 years ago, set in the evocative streets of the Sassi. Evening: Overnight stay in Matera.

Day 5: Alberobello, Locorotondo and Ostuni (night in Lecce)

Morning: Breakfast and departure for Alberobello, a UNESCO site since 1996. Stroll through the Aia Piccola and Monti districts, admiring the famous trulli illuminated for Christmas, and discover the traditions of this unique village. Tasting of extra virgin olive oil in a trullo.

Afternoon: Continue for locorotondo, known for its charming Christmas lights, and then visit Ostuni, the "White City". Admire the charming old town, picturesque squares and the Cathedral. Enjoy a panoramic view of the olive groves and the sea.

Evening: Transfer to Lecce and overnight stay.

Day 6: Lecce, the Baroque City

Morning: Guided tour of the historic center of Lecce, famous for its baroque architecture and local craft shops. Visit the main points of interest: Piazza Sant'Oronzo, the Duomo, the Basilica of Santa Croce and the Church of Sant'Irene. Conclude with a tasting of the Typical Italian cake with custard cream filling, the sweet symbol of the city.

Afternoon: Free time to explore Lecce, visit the Christmas markets or buy traditional nativity scene puppets made of papier-mâché.

Evening: Overnight stay in Lecce.

Day 7: Goodbye Puglia

Morning: Breakfast and transfer to Bari. End of tour: Take with you unforgettable memories and the promise of returning to a land that conquers the heart.