Are you looking to book an activity holiday to Puglia? If so, we have an amazing range of trips for you to choose from. Whether you'd like to go on a self-guided cycling tour to discover deserted white sandy beaches or would prefer a guided walking holiday in the tranquil countryside, we have something for every explorer at Headwater.
Due to its strategic coastal location, Puglia has been invaded, conquered and colonised by practically every major power - from the Greeks and Saracens to the Normans and Spanish. Each successive empire has left its own indelible traces and added something special and unique to the region.
In Puglia, not only are there Greek-style whitewashed villages, gaudy Baroque buildings built by the Spanish and opulent Norman cathedrals, but you may even get the chance to see the odd Roman ruin, framed by olive groves and glittering seas, too. The fact that it's relatively off-the-beaten-track and well off the typical tourist trails makes it all the more alluring for cyclists and walkers who wish to discover the real Italy.
The captivating region of Puglia lies in the remote heel of Italy's boot. Slumbering under the warm southern skies, this is an undiscovered region of extraordinary variety and beauty, from its dramatically rugged Adriatic coastline to the rich, fertile plains of its lush interior.
Our holidays to Puglia will leave you with unforgettable memories. Whether you choose to pedal up the coast and pass hidden coves and golden sandy beaches before sitting down for some lunch in a colourful fishing village, or take it slow with a stroll through vineyards and olive groves, our selection of guided and self-guided holidays will provide you with an experience you'll never forget.
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Independent walking trip allowing you to discover the beauty of Puglia and Matera. Starting in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Matera, you'll make your way south east, through gently rolling countryside filled with olive groves and vineyards, stopping at Alberobello with its 'trulli' houses and the White City of Ostuni before finishing at the heel of Italy in Otranto with a walk along the coastline.
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Firmly tucked away in the South, Puglia is a sun-soaked region of deserted white sand beaches, unspoilt villages and gently rolling hills backing the clear emerald seas of the Adriatic. Highlights include UNESCO Alberobello and whitewashed Ostuni.
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Start at Matera, one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world and cycle through the Alta Murgia National Park, the largest natural park in Italy. Reach the Adriatic coastline at Trani, known as the 'Pearl of Puglia' and continue your ride, south, along the coast to Bari and your final destination, Monopoli.
DEPARTURE MONTHS
Firmly tucked away in the South, Puglia is a sun-soaked region of deserted white sand beaches, unspoilt villages and gently rolling hills backing the clear emerald seas of the Adriatic. Highlights include UNESCO Alberobello and whitewashed Ostuni.
DEPARTURE MONTHS
Firmly tucked away in the South, Puglia is a sun-soaked region of deserted white sand beaches, unspoilt villages and gently rolling hills backing the clear emerald seas of the Adriatic. Highlights include UNESCO Alberobello, whitewashed Ostuni and beautiful Baroque Lecce.
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Start at Matera, one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site and cycle through the Alta Murgia National Park. Follow the Adriatic coastline between Trani and Bari before heading inland through unspoilt villages and gently rolling hills. Discover Alberobello, with its trulli houses, and the white village of Ostuni as you wind your way back towards the sea.
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This guided walking holiday explores the fascinating region of Puglia taking in the UNESCO towns of Matera and Alberobello and the 'white city' of Ostuni. Walk over rolling hills, through ancient olive groves and past vineyards overlooking the coast.
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