Puglia Cycling | Classic Bike Tour | Matera to Adriatic Coast

Cycling; Choose your adventure: opt for a loop around Matera leading to the plateaus, offering panoramic views of the enchanting Sassi district. Explore the Murgia, also known as the Park of Rock Churches, where a short distance from the visitor center lies the remnants of a Neolithic village. On your return journey to Matera, make a captivating stop at the ‘Cava della Palomba,’ a centuries-old stone quarry transformed into a contemporary art exhibition space.
For a more extended excursion, cycle towards Altamura, renowned for its awe-inspiring Cathedral and prized DOP bread. Navigate through the historic center’s charming alleys, savoring the delightful Altamura focaccia, freshly baked in traditional wood-burning ovens. Your return to Matera promises a scenic route traversing lush pastures and captivating landscapes.
Overnight in Matera.
Meals included: Breakfast

Cycling: Pedal from Matera to Alberobello, weaving through charming villages like Gioia del Colle and Noci, as you head towards the iconic capital of Trulli, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Wrapped in mystery, these peculiar conical structures, known as trulli, define the very essence of Puglia’s allure. Their unique, dry-stone construction and distinctive conical roofs grace the Monti and Aia Piccola districts with over 1500 scattered trulli, each a testament to the region’s enigmatic charm.
Unwind in a Trullo house hotel, immersing yourself in the quaint atmosphere that perfectly complements the captivating journey you’ve embarked upon.
Overnight in Alberobello
Meals included: Breakfast

Cycling: Outstanding day bike ride through the scenic Itria Valley, making stops at the captivating villages of Locorotondo and Cisternino before reaching Ostuni, acclaimed as an architectural gem. Renowned as ‘the White Town’ due to its pristine white walls and distinctively painted architecture, Ostuni sprawls across three hills, exuding an almost Grecian ambiance amidst its maze of whitewashed streets.
As you wander through Ostuni’s labyrinthine alleys adorned with cascading bougainvillea and vibrant flora, the town’s charm evokes an ethereal Mediterranean feel. The iconic Piazza della Libertà proudly showcases a 15th-century cathedral, a stunning example of late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture. Delve into Ostuni’s artistic heritage with its unique clay figurines, the ‘fischietti,’ intriguingly designed to function as whistles, adding a playful touch to the town’s cultural allure.
Overnight in Ostuni.
Meals included: Breakfast

Cycling: Departing from Ostuni, your cycling day takes you through rustic hamlets before tracing the path of the ancient Pugliese aqueduct on the ciclovia. Ascending gently, you’ll arrive at Martina Franca, a city adorned with opulent Baroque architecture and inviting piazzas.
Immerse yourself in the local culinary delights by sampling the famed ‘capocollo’ ham paired harmoniously with a glass of bold red wine, often the Primitivo, sharing a genetic heritage with Zinfandel. This robust vino della casa frequently graces the tables of trattorie and osterie. Alternatively, opt for the local Verdeca, a delightful white wine offering a refreshing taste of the region’s vineyards.
Overnight in Ostuni
Meals included: Breakfast

Cycling: Embark on the final leg along the breathtaking Puglian coastline, traversing expansive olive groves and riding parallel to the Adriatic shores.
Starting from Ostuni, enjoy a delightful downhill ride leading you to the coast. Meandering along the shoreline, you’ll pass by Torre a Canne, Savelletri, and the ruins of Torre Egnazia, where remnants of ancient wagon wheel tracks trace the path of the old Roman road, Via Traiana. Your journey continues to Monopoli, a charming coastal town adorned with the stunning Aragonese castle.
The ultimate destination awaits in Polignano a Mare, a picturesque whitewashed village perched on cliffs overlooking the Adriatic. Explore its labyrinthine old town streets and be captivated by the awe-inspiring vistas of the azure sea. Notably famous for its natural caves, Grotte, sculpted into the limestone coastline by the relentless forces of wind and waves.
This unforgettable journey will etch lasting memories of this delightful break, leaving you with a longing to return and explore further!
Overnight in Polignano a Mare.
Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast end of the tour
Enjoy the village and the Apulian Atmosphere before to leave to Bari or other destinations in Italy
Meals included: Breakfast