13D12N - Charming Ancient Towns - Italy

Arrival at Bari, a port city in Southern Italy and an important crossroads on the Adriatic Sea.

Visit Castel del Monte, a 13th-century citadel and castle situated on a hill in Andria, Puglia, southeastern Italy. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Explore the famous small town of Alberobello in the Puglia region, also known as 'Paradise Town' and 'Mushroom Town' due to its unique Trulli houses. Check into your hotel in Alberobello.

Visit the old town of Alberobello and the Trulli houses, a UNESCO World Heritage site. These white limestone, cone-shaped stone-roofed houses are unique local dwellings.

Explore the Castellana Caves, a three-kilometer-long cave system with significant historical and geological importance.

Drive to the ancient mountain city of Matera, preparing to experience this UNESCO World Heritage city.

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage cave dwellings (Sassi di Matera) and rupestrian churches in Matera.

Visit the magnificent Cathedral of Santa Maria in Altamura, located in the Murge National Park.

Visit the charming coastal town of Polignano a Mare, perched on rugged cliffs, offering stunning views of the Adriatic Sea.

Explore Monopoli, an ancient town with a long history, which has always been an important port.

Discover Locorotondo, a charming Italian white hilltop town, known for its beautiful churches and picturesque rural landscapes.

Visit Piazza Mercantile in the old town of Bari.

Visit the Basilica of Saint Nicholas, built in the 11th century and known for its magnificent Byzantine style.

Visit the Swabian Castle, originally built by Roger II and later rebuilt by Frederick II.

Enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore the historic city of Bari at your leisure.

Drive from Bari to Sorrento, a famous coastal town in Southern Italy, for check-in and a city tour. It is known for Roman architecture, scenery, and relaxed pace of life.

Take a boat from Sorrento to Capri, a beautiful island in the Bay of Naples, known for its natural beauty and luxurious resorts.

Enter the dreamlike Blue Grotto by small boat. This sea cave, carved into limestone, glows with a magical blue light due to sunlight refraction, creating an extremely enchanting sight.

Visit the Amalfi Coast, hailed as "the most beautiful coastline in the world" and a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1997. Admire towns like Positano with its cascaded white houses and Moorish architecture on cliffs.

After the Amalfi Coast tour, drive to Rome, the capital of Italy, concluding the exploration of Southern Italy.

Visit Montepulciano, a Renaissance hilltop town in central Tuscany. It is a rich agricultural center known for pork, honey, Italian pasta, and especially wine.

Experience wine tasting at a wine estate in Montepulciano, where the local wines are considered among Italy's best.

Drive to Montevarchi after the wine tasting.

Travel from Montevarchi to Siena, a city home to one of Europe's greatest medieval squares.

Visit Siena Cathedral (Duomo), a masterpiece of Sienese craftsmanship combining French Gothic, Romanesque, and classical architectural elements.

Stroll through Piazza del Campo, famous for its beauty and architectural integrity.

Take a train from La Spezia to explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Cinque Terre, including Riomaggiore and Manarola.

Explore Riomaggiore, one of the five charming seaside fishing villages of Cinque Terre.

Explore Manarola, another charming seaside fishing village of Cinque Terre.

Visit Parma, a beautiful European city known for its well-preserved old buildings and magnificent cathedral.

Visit renowned facilities for Parma ham and Parmesan cheese production.

In the afternoon, drive to Milan, the fashion and financial capital of Italy, preparing for the final stop of the journey.

Enjoy free time in Milan in the morning for shopping or leisurely strolling in the city center.

At the designated time, gather for a private transfer to Milan International Airport (Milan International Airport), concluding the journey.