Puglia to Basilicata Bike Tour
From $6,049 - $6,449 /person
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-4
Premiere Hotels
Puglia to Basilicata Bike Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-4
Premiere Hotels
2024: Apr-May, Sep
Culture & Cuisine from il Mare to Matera
There's no better way to experience this enchanting region in southern Italy. Cycle past olive trees and seaside towns. Ride through a sunny paradise between the blue waves of the Adriatic and the flawless green of the countryside. Share a table with the kindest people on the Italian peninsula. And discover baroque architecture and culinary wonders. Come, be enchanted. Welcome to Puglia and Basilicata.
Highlights
- Ride through beautiful landscapes from ancient olive groves to whitewashed villages and age-old farmhouses
- Join in a fun and informative sommelier-led tasting of full-bodied Primitivo and other notable vini Pugliesi
- Discover the World Heritage sites of Alberobello, known as the Trulli District, and Matera, with its prehistoric caves
- Dine on mouthwatering and organic homemade Pugliese dishes with a perfect wine pairing at each course
Start/End Bari
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Day 1
Journey to the World Heritage site of Matera • Humans inhabited the canyon’s caves 9,000 years ago in what UNESCO calls "the most outstanding example of a troglodyte settlement in the Mediterranean" • Ride or a walk through Matera with a local expert • Soak up the otherworldly feel of this ancient town, with its fascinating history and sublime views.
Night 1
Set in the extraordinary amphitheater of Sassi di Matera, the Sant’Angelo Resort offers sweeping views of labyrinthine houses and staircases and of the rugged Gravina Canyon.
Days 2-4
Turn your wheels inland and ride among fields of fennel and a sea of shimmery olive trees • Wander the sun-bleached fishing town of Polignano a Mare, with winding streets and limestone cliffs • Explore Alberobello, a World Heritage site with 1,500 cone-roofed trulli, on a walking tour with a local guide and learn about these intriguing and unique structures • A mozzarella master in a typical trullo shows us how this cheese is made • Join a cooking demonstration and sommelier-led tasting of well-known Pugliese wines at a traditional farmhouse.
Nights 2-4
A tastefully restored 17th-century masseria (fortified farmhouse) surrounded by orchards of olive trees. A Small Luxury Hotels of the World member. (pool, spa)
Days 5-6
Bike along the Adriatic Coast past tiny fishing villages and the lost-in-time city of Egnazia • Ride rolling country roads through the fertile Valle d'Itria • A peaceful cycling route along country roads leads to Ostuni, a historic settlement crowned by a Gothic cathedral • Enjoy a refreshing espressino freddo in Cisternino, a captivating 7th-century town • Discover charming Monopoli while you stroll its seafront promenade and maze of narrow lanes • Rise early this morning for one last loop along the scenic coast.
Night 5
This opulent hotel effortlessly blends Puglia's architectural elegance with modern amenities and superior comfort. (pool, spa)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Roads in Puglia and most of southern Italy are not always as well maintained as those found in other parts of Italy. Although our routes are quiet and picturesque, you can expect some rough patches of road along the way. Also, litter can occasionally be part of the landscape, especially when approaching small villages. For most, these challenges are offset by Puglia's beautiful countryside and warm hospitality.
The slower pace and relaxed approach to life in Puglia is one of the highlights of this spectacular region and is reflected in the hotels and restaurants on this trip. This said, service can lack a sense of urgency when compared with the service found in other parts of Europe.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Night 1
Premiere Hotel
Set in the extraordinary amphitheater of Sassi di Matera, the Sant’Angelo Resort offers sweeping views of labyrinthine houses and staircases and of the rugged Gravina Canyon.
Nights 2-4
Premiere Hotel
A tastefully restored 17th-century masseria (fortified farmhouse) surrounded by orchards of olive trees. A Small Luxury Hotels of the World member. (pool, spa)
Night 5
Premiere Hotel
This opulent hotel effortlessly blends Puglia's architectural elegance with modern amenities and superior comfort. (pool, spa)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Redesigned for 2024
- Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
- $650 rental fee; subject to availability
- Ride like a pro with the top-of-the-line carbon Cannondale Synapse Hi-Mod Red ETAP AXS
- Delivering phenomenal acceleration and handling in a light and powerful package
- Built for hard-core riders
- $400 rental fee
- Hand-built frame features Co-Motion's custom-designed Cro-Moly steel tubeset, powerful Avid disc brakes, Shimano Ultegra drive train
- Custom upgraded wheelset
- Best for riders with some tandem experience.
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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