Self Guided Cycling Tour Puglia

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Self-Guided Cycling Tour Puglia

Self-Guided cycling tour Puglia. 8 days – 7 nights

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Self-guided Cycling Tour Puglia – on an E-bike or Trekking bike

Immerse this unique self-guided Trip in Pulia in the “heel of Italy”. From its dramatic beaches along the Adriatic coast to World Heritage sites like Matera and the Trulli of Alberobello. You’ll discover two sites declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO: Matera, the city of the Sassi, and Alberobello which is especially relevant because of its typical roofs of the houses cone-shaped. Furthermore, is Puglia enjoying beautiful quiet country roads as you head down “the heel of the boot”.

You’ll find amazing caves around Matera, then ride through the Itria Valley, whitewashed villages, olive groves, and vineyards, ending at the crystal-clear beaches of the Salento peninsula. There are many restaurants in the old town. Enjoy dinner at a typical Puglian trattoria of your choice. A cycling holiday in Puglia is off the beaten track. The itinerary offers a fantastic journey through some of the highlights of Apulia and Basilicata!

Jump on your bike and discover this wonderful piece of nature!

Soak up the Puglian sun on two wheels!
Cycle from Matera to Salento due to the typical Puglian countryside villages
Fantastic scenery, perfect roads, and fine food make Puglia a cycling paradise
Wander through the old medieval towns of Lecce, Ostuni and Gallipoli
Discover the “Sassi di Matera”
You stay in the World Heritage Town of Alberobello the “city of Trulli”
You’ll cross the Itria Valley with its typical whitewashed houses
Puglia is famous for its Baroque places, beautiful countryside, and also their stunning beaches.

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Day 1

Arrival in Matera

Famous for its ancient cave dwellings SASSI and dramatic landscapes, Matera lies at the crossroads of Basilicata and Puglia. With over 30,000 years of history, this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers a unique glimpse into the past. Explore rock-cut churches, visit a traditional cave home, and enjoy dining or sleeping in beautifully restored cave hotels. Arriving late? Consider adding an extra night to fully experience this unforgettable city.

Day 2

Matera to Alberobello - 78km - 650m

After a personalized bike delivery and fitting, begin your ride through the southern Murgia region toward one of Italy’s most iconic destinations: Alberobello. Known as the capital of the Trulli—unique, cone-shaped stone dwellings—this charming town boasts over 1,500 of these historic buildings clustered in the Monti and Aia Piccola districts, both recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 1996. Enjoy scenic rural roads, olive groves, and timeless landscapes on your way.

Day 3

Alberobello to Ostuni - 52km - 600m

Today’s route takes you across the rolling hills of the Itria Valley—one of the most picturesque landscapes in southern Italy. Cyclists and nature lovers will be immersed in a patchwork of ancient olive groves, red soil, vineyards, and iconic white trulli houses under clear blue skies. Along the way, stop in:

Locorotondo, for a refreshing aperitif with local white wine
Martina Franca, to explore its elegant historic center and baroque architecture
Cisternino, where you can enjoy a rustic lunch in a traditional butcher’s grill

Your final stop is Ostuni, the dazzling "White City," perched on three hills and crowned by its stunning cathedral.

Day 4

Train transfer from Ostuni to Lecce

Today you'll take a regional train from Ostuni to Lecce (approx. 55 minutes, direct route, ticket €5.50 – not included). You can bring your bike onboard free of charge on regional trains. Spend the day exploring Lecce, the Baroque jewel of southern Italy. Stroll through charming alleys and grand piazzas, and admire stunning 17th-century architecture. Don’t miss Piazza Duomo, Piazza Sant'Oronzo with its Roman amphitheatre, and the ornate Basilica di Santa Croce.

Day 5

Lecce to Gallipoli - 62km - 220m

Today’s ride takes you through the scenic countryside of Salento, rich with olive groves and dry-stone walls. Your first stop is charming Galatina, where you can visit the impressive Mother Church and the stunning Basilica of Santa Caterina d’Alessandria, famed for its 15th-century frescoes. After a lunch break—perhaps enjoying a typical Rustico Leccese—you'll continue cycling to the coastal town of Gallipoli. In the evening, explore its atmospheric old town, perched on an island and full of seaside charm.

Day 6

Gallipoli to Otranto - 68km - 390m

Today your tour will lead you from the Ionian to the Adriatic coast . In the heart of the Grecia Salentina you will cross the small towns of Corigliano d'Otranto, where ancient "Griko" is still spoken by elderly people, and Melpignano, crowded with more than one hundred thousand visitors during the Night of the Taranta, which takes place in August. From here you will cycle to your destination: OTRANTO. If you want you can have a delicious seafood dinner and take a walk throughout the historic centre and maybe buy some souvenirs from the local little shops. Overnight stay in Otranto.

Day 7

Otranto to Lecce - 56km - 285m

In the morning, if you want, there's time to visit the city. Otranto is best appreciated in its amazing cathedral, where the bones of 813 martyrs are displayed in a glass case behind the altar. Less macabre is the cathedral’s other jaw-dropper, its medieval mosaic floor, which rivals the famous early Christian mosaics of Ravenna in its richness and historical significance. Cycling along the Alimini Lakes, you’ll finally reach the seaside village of Torre dell'Orso: don't miss the opportunity to swim in the suggestive Grotta della Poesia. Before arriving in LECCE you will meet Acaya, a perfect stop for an authentic Italian espresso or for a drink at sunset in front of the castle. Overnight stay in Lecce.

Day 8

Departure day

Breakfast. End of services and goodbye Puglia ! But before leaving, stock up on pasticciotti, the typical shortcrust pastry dessert from Lecce!

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Low season €1140 (07/01 to 31/03) - (07/04 to 31/05) - (21/09 to 21/12)
Mid season €1350 (01/06 to 13/07) - (25/08 - 20/09)
High season €1565 (28/03 to 06/04) - (14/07 to 24/08) - (22/12 to 06/01)

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Included

7 nights' accommodation</span>
Daily breakfast
Touring or gravel bike rental
Bike equipment: rear pannier and lock. (Helmet and water bottle upon request*)
Repair kit: spare tube, pump, tire lever
Luggage transfers
The access to our mobile navigation app system with preloaded tracks, including the roadbook and the practical and tourist information
Luggage / health insurance
Telephone assistance

Not Included

Lunch
Dinner
Transfer from and to airport</li>
Minivan assistance
<li>Tourist taxes
Single room +30%
August supplement from 01/09 until 23/09 €255
E Bike hire €160
Road bike Hire €75
Low season €1140
Mid season €1350
High season €1565
Everything not mentioned in ''What is included''

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This self-guided bike Trip will let you see the two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Matera, the city of the Sassi, and Alberobello, the capital of Trulli

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Self-Guided Cycling Tour Puglia

Self-guided Cycling Tour Puglia – on an E-bike or Trekking bike

Jump on your bike and discover this wonderful piece of nature!

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