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Puglia Italy Biking

Puglia Biking

Biking Italy's Sun-Drenched Adriatic Coast

The map says Italy, but there’s a distinctly Greek feel to the Puglia region, nestled between the spur and the heel of the country’s boot-shaped perimeter. Experience the Mediterranean Old World by biking with Backroads through quiet villages of whitewashed cottages, gently rolling hills and stretches of sunny Adriatic coastline, all wrapped in a relaxed pace of life. Amid acres of centuries-old olive groves and almond orchards you’ll discover Roman ruins, picturesque masserie (farmhouses) and intriguing trulli structures unique to the area. Evenings, dine on rustic and savory Pugliese cuisine - a bounty of seafood and fresh vegetables - and overnight in luxurious historic lodgings.

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The Day-to-Day Itinerary

Days 1-2 Monopoli

Meet in Bari Feast your eyes on a sea of shimmery olive orchards, evidence that Puglia is Italy’s largest producer of olive oil Visit the sun-bleached port town of Polignano a Mare, with narrow winding streets, limestone cliffs and whitewashed buildings Taste some of the region’s finest wines with our local expert.

Day 3 Martina Franca

Follow rolling country roads lined with ancient stone walls up to the Murgia, an impressive limestone plateau, and through the fertile Val d’Itria  Explore the hilltop town of Alberobello, a World Heritage site and home to thousands of curious trulli, round white-stone buildings with conical roofs Join local Pugliese chefs for an unforgettable cooking demonstration Arrive in Martina Franca, rich in Baroque and medieval architecture.

Days 4-6 savelletri di fasano

Visit the home of Mino and Carol to see how mozzarella is made before sampling it and other regional delicacies Bike the slopes of the Murgia, then descend into Savelletri Pedal peaceful lanes to Ostuni, la città bianca (the white city) Spanning three hilltops and crowned by a Gothic cathedral, Ostuni’s cobblestone streets and sun-splashed whitewashed houses invite exploration Spin to Egnazia, ruins of a Roman port city dating from the 5th century B.C.    

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This was my 11th Backroads trip and it fulfilled all my expectations of what a great Backroads trip should be: relaxed, fun, moderate activity level, beautiful natural surroundings, lovely hotels, fantastic food, interesting local culture, and most of all, enthusiastic and knowledgable Backroads leaders.
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Puglia Biking

TRULY TEMPTING: Premiere Inns

Il Melograno
Il Melograno

MonĂ³poli (2 nights) A historic Relais & Châteaux lodging with antique-filled guest rooms and renowned Pugliese cuisine.

Relais Villa San Martino
Relais Villa San Martino

Martina Franca (1 night) This stylish country resort features elegant guest rooms and a sparkling swimming pool.

Masseria San Domenico
Masseria San Domenico

Savelletri di Fasano (2 nights) Overlooking the Adriatic Sea, this luxurious haven was once a 15th-century Knights of Malta stronghold and is now a member of Leading Hotels of the World.

Puglia Biking

Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain

Routes For All Abilities

Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.

Activity Level Average Time Biking Average Walking Average
1 2-3 hours 10-20 miles 2-5 miles
2 2-4 hours 21-30 miles 5-7 miles
3 3-5 hours 31-40 miles 7-9 miles
4 4-6 hours 41-55 miles 9-11 miles
5 5-7+ hours 56-75+ miles 11-13+ miles
Day 1
  • Level 1 2 Route Options Available
  • 12, 16 miles
  • 300 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 2
  • Levels 2 to 3 3 Route Options Available
  • 21, 29, 37 miles
  • 1000 - 2000 feet elevation gain
Day 3
  • Levels 1 to 3 3 Route Options Available
  • 17, 35, 40 miles
  • 1000 - 2000 feet elevation gain
Day 4
  • Levels 2 to 5 3 Route Options Available
  • 21, 37, 57 miles
  • 1000 - 1200 feet elevation gain
Day 5
  • Levels 1 to 3 3 Route Options Available
  • 20, 25, 38 miles
  • 1000 - 2000 feet elevation gain
Day 6
  • Level 1 1 Route Option Available
  • 9 miles
  • 300 feet elevation gain

RESERVE THIS TRIP!

Premiere Inns Trip Price:
  • $3,998 to $4,598 pp dbl. occ.
  • (+$910 for sgl. occ.)
Trip Notes

All meals included except 2 lunches and 1 dinner.

Cancellation Policy

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Meet / Depart

Bari, Italy

Special Interest

Culture & History, Fine Wine & Cuisine, Golf, Romance &/or Honeymoon, Spa, Swim

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