Ostuni (Greek: Astynéon) is a city and comune, located about 8 km from the coast, in the province of Brindisi, region of Apulia, Italy). The town has a population of about 32,000 during the winter, but can swell to 100,000 inhabitants during summer. It is among the main towns attracting tourists in Apulia. It also has a British and German immigrant community. Ostuni also has an industrial zone; the region is producer of high quality olive oil and wine.
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Private guided tour exploring the white city of Ostuni, with its panoramic views of the olive groves and the Adriatic coast. You will experience one of the most typical old towns of Puglia and learn about its ancient origins.
Inclusions: guided tour
Exclusions: Private transportation
Valeria provided an excellent tour with a wonderful summary of the history of Monopoli. She had an in depth knowledge of the city and could answer all of our questions. Very pleasant couple of hours that we highly recommend. Bob and Siobhan
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Choosing our walking tour you can visit Ostuni in the company of a local tour guide who will reveal the secrets of the city, tasting one of the most delicious ice cream in Puglia. You can also share the visit with other culture-loving travelers just like you.
Inclusions: tour guide
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The tour was wonderful and we were provided with a great deal of helpful information and suggestions for our stay in Puglia. This was our fist visit and day in Puglia
Ostuni is one of the main tourist destinations of Puglia, called "White City" for the houses painted with white lime in the historical center. The guided tour of Ostuni will start from Libertà square, where there is the grand palace of the municipality and where stands the baroque column of Sant'Oronzo, almost 21 meters high. In Libertà Square you will also visit the archaeological excavations of the ancient walls and the defensive tower before taking Cattedrale street, full of local craft shops, commercial activities and typical local food product. You will then reach the cathedral dedicated to Santa Maria Assunta built in the fifteenth century. The façade is characterized by three elegant ogival portals and a large rose window of 24 rays. Following the tour will continue along the Aragonese walls where you can admire a beautiful landscape of the Valle d'Itria until you reach the Porta Nova gate, one of the ancient gate of the town.
Inclusions: Licensed guide
Exclusions: Private transportation
Better condition ruins, smaller, more accessible, great glimpse into the lives of the rich and famous ancient Roman's. Poppaea was Nero's wife. Ruins are about 90% wheelchair accessible.
ALBEROBELLO AND OSTUNI ARE BOTH TWO UNIQUE CITIES SO DIFFERENT ONE FROM ANOTHER. BOTH OF THIS PALCES ARE A MUST TO VISIT IN APULIA REGION.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, TASTING OF LIQUORES AND TARALLI IN AN ANCIENT TRULLO IN ALBEROBELLO
Exclusions: Lunch
The day I shared with Michaela was wonderul! She showed me poligano a mare but first I went to the cave which was a good walk then we went to the beach area! beautiful! I didn't do coffee tasting as it had alcohol. but I didn't mind that. we went to eat at the most delicious restaurant and we chatted about all sorts of different things! Michaela is a lovely person very open minded very kind. I hope to have her for my future trips again. she is so nice and her price is very fair! unlike other tour agents!
This package includes 5 private walking tour to the UNESCO sites of Matera, Alberobello, Castel del Monte and the towns of Ostuni and Lecce Visits can be made whenever you want, just communicate time and date.
Inclusions: Private walking tour Alberobello, Private walking tour Castel del Monte, Private walking tour Matera, Private walking tour Lecce, Private walking tour Ostuni
Exclusions: Castel del Monte ticket entrance €10 per person , Matera ticket entrance rock church €3 per person, cave-house €3 per person , Lecce churches entrance €6,50 per person
The tour was wonderful and we were provided with a great deal of helpful information and suggestions for our stay in Puglia. This was our fist visit and day in Puglia
If you are in Alberobello and you want to visit the most suggestive places of the itria valley, this is the tour for you. In two days you will visit Alberobello, Ostuni, Locorotondo and Martina Franca with guides and transfers included.
Inclusions: 1 guided tour Alberobello, Transfer in minivan from Alberobello to Martina franca, Locorotondo and Ostuni and back, 1 guided tour Ostuni, Martina Franca and Locorotondo
Exclusions: meals, accommodation
The tour was wonderful and we were provided with a great deal of helpful information and suggestions for our stay in Puglia. This was our fist visit and day in Puglia
The city of Ostuni is built on three hills and is known as "The White City" because of its white houses. The guided tour will wind through the white terraced houses with courtyards, narrow streets and steep stairs leading to the fifteenth-century cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta. The old town is surrounded by Aragonese walls reinforced by towers and gates. To admire in particular the eighteenth column of San Oronzo, the Church of San Francesco d'Assisi, the San Giacomo di Compostela and Santa Maria della Stella. Since 1793, the Cavalcata di Sant'Oronzo takes place every August 26, in honor of the patron saint. At the end of the tour light lunch
Inclusions: multilingual guide, light lunch
Exclusions: Transfer, drinks, revenue
- Discover the white city with an expert guide, listen to Ostuni's secrets and curiosities - Don't miss out the most beautiful and iconic monuments of the historic center - Walk from the heart of the center to the stunning panoramic terrace in the city - Get carried away by the vibes of the locals and by the scents of typical dishes - End the tour with a souvenir of local crafts
Inclusions: Walking tour with certified guide, Small souvenir of typical handicraft, Visit of a typical ceramic shop
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I benefitted from wonderful Italy’s services. I felt like having a friend taking care when needed. Any question I had, they were present : from housing, touring...great experience ! I wish I had this any other region in Italy.
This tour is ideal for those who want to make an unforgettable vacation in Puglia region, the heel of Italy! Our guided tour offers a wide variety of excursions where you can admire ancient churches and castles, stone made houses unique in the world called Trulli and other artistic treasures. You will live and share the Italian people passion for food and wine. Interacting with locals you can see how focaccia, taralli, pizza, mozzarella, ricotta and burrata are made and taste they freshly prepared! Enjoy your meal with traditional dishes and local wines. We will take you in typical Italian bar where you can taste the hand-made gelato and cappuccino! We will personally accompany you through this wonderful experience!
Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Private transportation, 4 star Hotel in Ostuni: 5 nights with breakfast included, 4 star Hotel in Lecce: 2 nights with breakfast included, 4 meals in selected local restaurants.Meals include 3 courses and beverages: wine, water and coffee., Mozzarella and Apulian cheeses tasting in local farm, Extra virgin olive oil tasting, Wine tasting in Apulian winery, Hand-made Gelato tasting, 8 guided sightseeing with English speaking local guide, Transfers during the excursion as per itinerary with private driver and air conditioning BUS, English speaking Travel Director who will remain at your disposal during the all tour, Admission tickets for all visiting sites as per itinerary
Exclusions: Airfare, Transfers between the arrival/departure airports, Meals and beverage not mentioned in itinerary, Hotel city tax, Optional activities and all personal expenses. All that is not mentioned in the program.
Our tour guides were very knowledgable about the culture, history and food of the Puglia region. The culinary experiences were amazing and I highly recommend experiencing southern Italy with Arrivederci Travel.
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