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Italy, Puglia

Self-driving tour of Puglia 4*

Road tripCar hire included

Deal negotiated for you

  • Driving tour of 8 days / 7 nights in a 4-star hotel in a Double Room.
  • Breakfasts
  • Flights departing from the city of your choice
  • 1 complimentary light lunch in a trullo
  • Economy Car rental
  • Discounts on accommodation for 1st child under 12 when sharing a room with 2 adults (applicable depending on period)
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Self-driving tour of Puglia 4*

It is one of Italy's least known regions, yet one of the wildest and most typical...


Endless stretches of olive groves bathed by two crystal-clear seas, three UNESCO World Heritage sites, ancestral traditions that live on: Apulia, also known by its Italian name Puglia, is a region brimming with riches inherited from its history, culture, gastronomy and mild, sunny climate.


Whether it's the mountainous region of the Gargano, the villages that can be reached along small country roads through arid lands bordered by olive groves and vineyards, or the wild beaches and coves that surround the region, Puglia gives you the opportunity to discover another Italy, far from the classic itineraries...

Your itinerary, day by day:

Day 1 - Bari – Alberobello Region

Day 2 - Alberobello Region – Matera

Day 3 - Alberobello Bari – Polignano A Mare Monopoli

Day 4 - Alberobello

Day 5 - Conversano – Brindisi Lecce

Day 6 - Lecce – Otranto Galatina – Gallipoli – Lecce

Day 7 - Lecce – Santa Maria Di Leuca Or Porto Cesareo – Lecce

Day 8 - Lecce – Bari

Your detailed itinerary

Day 1 - Bari – Conversano Region

Bari, Castellana Grotte.

On arrival in Bari, pick up your hire car at the airport and drive to Conversano. Take time to stroll through the historic centre and relax on one of the many terraces... Overnight in the Conversano area.

Day 2 - Conversano – Matera – Conversano

Matera, Castellana Grotte.

A stroll through Matera is a must, to admire the "Sassi", the houses of the troglodytic districts formed by white buildings stacked one on top of one another, so that the roofs serve as streets. You'll discover this fascinating town as you wander through a vast complex of galleries and caves carved right out of the tufa! You will then travel to the Conversano region for the night.

Day 3 - Conversano Bari – Polignano A Mare Monopoli – Conversano

Monopoli, Castellana Grotte.

Polignano A Mare.

Discover the medieval old town of Bari, with its typical atmosphere and winding alleys and stairways, often hiding women preparing fresh pasta right in front of their houses! Bari is also home to two beautiful churches dedicated to the city's patron saints. It's always a pleasure to take your time in Bari...

Then head for the coast, to Polignano A Mare, offering a beautiful panorama of houses clinging to the cliffs... A lovely stroll through the winding little streets steeped in history and opening out onto the sea. Nearby, in Monopoli, the medieval centre is well worth a visit, as is the beautiful view from the castle...

Overnight stay in the Conversano region.

Day 4 - Conversano – Alborebello Ostuni – Conversano

Alberobello, Ostuni, Castellana Grotte.

Then, it's time to head for Alberobello, a must on any trip to Puglia and a UNESCO-listed site. Enjoy wandering through the narrow winding streets and discovering the "trulli", the unique conical-roofed dwellings typical of the region. Enjoy an aperitif lunch in a "trullo" restaurant, one of our favourite addresses in Alberobello. Then, head for Ostuni, built on three hills and overlooking endless olive groves. The old town reveals its picturesque side through its narrow streets dotted with white houses and Baroque or Renaissance palaces. Overnight in the Conversano area.

Day 5 - Conversano – Brindisi Lecce

Otranto, Gallipoli, Galatina.

The easternmost tip of Italy is Otranto, where a dialect very close to Greek is still spoken. Take a stroll through the old town and visit the cathedral, with its amazing mosaic floor. Head inland to discover the charming little town of Galatina, where you can visit the chapel of San Paolo, where the "tarante", women bitten by tarantulas, found a cure for their illness. Then head for the Gallipoli peninsula, with its whitewashed houses and terraced roofs, and enjoy the breathtaking views as you stroll along the ramparts. Overnight in the Lecce region. A good place to dine in Lecce is "Alle Due Corte", where you can try the typical ‘Ciceri e Tria’ dish made with home-made pasta and chickpeas.

Day 6 - Lecce – Otranto – Galatina – Gallipoli – Lecce

Breakfast at the hotel.

Suggestions for places to visit:

Take a trip to Otranto in the east of Italy, where a dialect very close to Greek is still spoken. You can stroll through the old town and visit the cathedral with its amazing mosaic floor.


Head inland to discover the charming little town of Galatina, where you can visit the chapel of San Paolo, where the "tarantas", women bitten by tarantulas, found a cure for their illness. Then head for the Gallipoli peninsula with its whitewashed houses and terraced roofs and enjoy the breathtaking views as you stroll along the ramparts.


Overnight stay in the Lecce area:

Our top recommendation for dinner in Lecce is "Alle Due Corte", where you can sample the local speciality "Ciceri e Tria", homemade pasta with chickpea (this is merely a suggestion, as dinner is not included).

Day 7 - Lecce – Santa Maria Di Leuca Or Porto Cesareo – Lecce

Lecce, Santa Maria Di Leuca.

Porto Cesareo.

Enjoy a relaxing day in this region, which boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in southern Italy. Overnight stay in Lecce or Galatina.

Day 8 - Lecce Bari

Bari, Lecce.

This is the end of your journey through the magnificent wilderness of Puglia. Return your vehicle to Bari airport and fly back to France. The order of the stages may be reversed due to local imperatives, but the overall programme will be respected.

Your accommodation

For information only and subject to change, you will be staying at the following four-star (local standards) or similar hotels:

CONVERSANO REGION (4 nights): 4-star Park hotel La Grave or similar

LECCE REGION (3 nights): 4-star Villa Elisabetta or similar


Room options:
Double room: 2 adults or 1 adult + 1 child (from 2 to under 12 years old)
Triple room: 3 adults or 2 adults + 1 child (from 2 to under 12 years old: extra bed).

Hotels are given strictly as an indication and may be modified without notice.

Board

You will stay in 4-star hotels, with breakfast included, for 7 nights.

+ 1 complimentary aperitif lunch with snacks in a trullo restaurant in Alberobello.

Breakfast

You'll stay in 4* hotels for 7 nights, including breakfast.

+ 1 complimentary lunch based on local hors d'oeuvres in a trullo restaurant in Alberobello.

Your car rental

SECURITY DEPOSIT AND EXCESS

  • Deductibles:
  • Damage excess: €1,500.00

  • Theft excess: €2,700.00
  • Deposit amount:
  • Varies according to the group of vehicles

  • From €800.00 to €2500.00 depending on the type of vehicle hired

  • Must be blocked during rental
  • Included in the price:
  • Limitation of liability for damage (CDW)

  • Limited liability for theft (TP)

  • Third-party liability (RCA)

  • Unlimited mileage

  • Insurance cover
  • Not included in the price:
  • Fuel

  • Additional cover

  • Taxes linked to the driver's age
  • Additional charges for tolls/infractions
  • Documents required:
  • Driving licence valid for at least one year
  • Valid identity card/passport
  • Credit card (debit cards are not accepted)

Driver's age

  • Minimum driver age: 25 years
  • Exceptions:
  • Categories A—MBMR, B—MDMR, C—EDMR: Minimum age 19 years

  • Categories D—CDMR, F—IDAR, FF—CDAR, M—CXMR: min. age 21

  • Categories L-LWAR: min. age 27
  • Supplement for drivers aged 19 to 24: €21.60 per day
  • Roadside assistance: 24/7 cover with charges if necessary
  • Border crossing: Specific countries authorised with prior notification
  • Mileage: Limits depending on length of rental, extra mileage charge
  • Credit card: Required for security deposit, specific conditions for certain categories
  • Deductible for damage and theft: Varies from €1,200.00 to €2,800.00
  • Vehicle pick-up: Please respect the reservation time to avoid cancellations.
  • Taxes included: VAT, airport/railway taxes
  • Fuel: Full to full, charges for missing fuel
  • Accessories and extras: Not included in price, payment on pick-up
  • Insurance included: RCA, CDW, TP covering various types of damage and theft.

Useful information

Your choice of return flight on day 8:
We advise you to choose a flight that is not too early so that you can get to the airport at your leisure (you have around 1 hour 30 minutes' drive).

The mileage is given for information purposes only and may vary depending on the routes you choose.

All excursions mentioned in the program are suggestions and are not included in the package.

- For people booking the "hotel-only" option (without international flights), please let us know your flight details as soon as possible via the contact form in the "Help and contact" section at the bottom of the page, so that we can organise your transfers

Transport included
This price includes :
  • Driving tour of 8 days / 7 nights in a 4-star hotel
  • Breakfasts
  • 1 complimentary light lunch in a trullo
  • Economy car hire
  • Flights departing from the city of your choice
This price does not include :
  • Tourist tax of 3 EUR per person per night, to be paid on site (indicative price)
  • Personal insurance (unless taken out at time of booking)
  • Petrol (The car is hired with a full tank and must be returned with a full tank).
  • Visits, admissions and evening events suggested in the programme
  • Parking fees
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned in the description
  • And, more generally, everything not mentioned in the "This price includes" section above

Useful information

Useful information

Practical details

If you are travelling alone, you will be asked to pay a surcharge for a single room. This additional charge will be automatically included in your quote.
Child rates will be applied for children from 2 to 12 years old in the case where the child shares the room with two adults. If the child is travelling with just one adult, the surcharge may be applied on an adult basis. If your child or children do not fit into the age group mentioned above, the rate will be communicated to you at the time of processing your order. If the room is equipped with a bunk bed, the bed height is not suitable for children under 6 years of age.
For safety reasons, the wellbeing facilities of most establishments are not accessible to children under 16 years old. Similarly, it is possible that some amenities or services require an additional charge or are unavailable for exceptional reasons.
Unless otherwise stated in the service description, activities and any additional services available at destination are provided in the language of the destination country and in English.
The opening times and hours of the activities, restaurants and bars are provided as an indication only and may be subject to change. Contact the reception desk in order to be informed of any changes.
Appropriate dress is required. We remind you that gambling may involve risks of isolation, indebtedness, and dependency...
Any additional special requirements the traveller may request which are not included in the travel service description will be communicated to our service provider. Sending this information does not imply acceptance and PerfectStay.com cannot be held responsible for the fulfilment of these special requests. Only the service provider of PerfectStay.com can access this request on location and any additional costs may be paid locally by the traveller.
Unless expressly stated in the description of the services and accommodation, the hotel is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Travel documents

Once your reservation has been made, you will receive a confirmation e-mail before your travel documents are sent.
Regarding the transport documents (in the case of a reservation with transport included), we will provide you with all the information relating to check-in and luggage in the "Your travel documents" email, allowing you to leave with peace of mind.
To take advantage of all your reserved services (hotels, transfers, activities, etc.), you will receive one or more exchange vouchers to be presented to each supplier.
The contact details of the establishment will be specified in these documents, to help make your arrival at your destination as straight-forward as possible.

Transportation

Choose an offer and, according to your preferences, opt for a seat in economy, business or first class.
See the 'View flight info' section for details on each trip.
In order to best organise your time in the airport, we advise that you arrive 2 hours before boarding for a medium-haul flight, or 3 hours before boarding for a long-haul flight (more than 5 hours). Take advantage of your early arrival to pass through security and check your luggage.
You will be informed whether or not luggage is included at the time of your booking.
You will have the opportunity to add additional luggage for a fee.
There are several different cities that are typically offered as departure points. Your arrival destination will show in your travel documents.
Depending on the flight schedule, some arrivals or returns may be made at night with early arrival or late departure. You will not always be able to have your room available immediately and will need to refer to the check-in and check-out conditions of the hotel.
In the event that your transfer is not included in your hotel reservation, it may be offered at the time of your reservation as an additional option. Unless specifically mentioned, transfers may be made in groups of 15 to 55 people.
Important: the modification or the cancellation of a booking is only possible within the limits and including the fees outlined in our general conditions of sale.
Thank you for kindly taking note of the CO2 emissions produced by your means of transport: https://www.carbonfootprint.com/calculator.aspx

Formalities

The following details apply to any British citizen who, during a trip sold by PerfectStay goes to a foreign country. The following is a resource directing you to information related to your travel formalities (identification documents, vaccines, VISA, safety, travel advice, etc.), and may be subject to change. Please note that Brexit negotiations are likely to include travel document modifications, therefore please regularly check most updated information. Please see official resource for British citizens wishing to travel:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

The official UK Foreign Travel site has updates on safety and security, including incidents such as pickpocketing and robbery, along with larger incidents such as measuring the risk of terrorism.
Detailed country by country here:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

If you are travelling with minors, please be sure to verify whether or not you will require a consent: https://www.gov.uk/permission-take-child-abroad

Please note that these details serve as a guiding resource in order to ensure that you have access to important information in order to pursue the necessary travel formalities required before travelling abroad with PerfectStay. Please note that PerfectStay will not engage in obtaining travel documents for you, such as visas, and you are solely responsible for knowing the potential health risks you may face in the course of your travels for which you may require vaccinations or medications. PerfectStay is not responsible for ensuring your travel formalities are properly undertaken and will only act as an intermediary directing you to resources which have been known to provide reliable information concerning travel formalities specific to British citizens.

Vaccination

For information concerning travel health requirements (vaccinations, health risks, etc.) please see the following resources:
https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/countries
https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations.aspx
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/travel-vaccinations/

Visa

For the latest information on which travel documents (visas, passports, etc.) British citizens will require by destination, please see the following resources:
https://visacentral.co.uk/visa-quick-check
https://www.passportindex.org/comparebyPassport.php?p1=uk&fl=&s=yes
https://www.travisa.com/Visa_Search

Identity

Please be sure to verify that your necessary Identification documents (passport and/or ID card dependent upon the country to which you will be travelling) have valid expiration dates, i.e. verify your ID documents have not yet expired. Also, be sure to remember to bring these necessary documents with you. It is also recommended to make copies of all travel documents in the event of an emergency.

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