authentic puglia experience 2025
Discover the Soul of Hidden Puglia (Nov 6 - Nov 9)
Escape the tourist crowds and immerse yourself in the heart of Northern Puglia. This is more than a trip; it's an invitation to live like a local, uncover hidden gems, and experience genuine Italian hospitality.
What You'll Experience
This journey is a sensory feast, centered around the ancient tradition of the olive harvest. You'll connect with the land and its people in a truly meaningful way.
- Thursday, November 6: Arrival in Bari and welcome to Trinitapoli, my hometown—our base for the weekend. We check in, enjoy an Italian lunch, and meet local producers.
- Friday, November 7: The olive harvest! We pick olives together, bring them to the mill, cook and have lunch with a local family, and then watch how our oil is pressed—and taste it fresh.
- Saturday, November 8: A road trip through Puglia—we visit the UNESCO World Heritage site Castel del Monte and the hidden gem Gravina in Puglia, where thousands of years of history unfold from prehistoric caves to medieval streets.
- Sunday, November 9: We explore Bari’s old town with a guided walk and taste local street food before everyone departs in the afternoon.
Your Investment in Authentic Puglia: €600 per person
This all-inclusive price covers:
- Comfortable accommodation in local B&B with daily breakfast.
- All delicious lunches showcasing regional specialities.
- Participation in all planned activities, including the olive harvest and workshops.
- All guided tastings of wine and local products.
- Full ground transportation throughout the tour.
- Water, drinks, and snacks during the day outside planned activities.
- Guided tours and visits to cities and hotspots.
Please note that the price does not include:
- Your flight to and from Puglia. You will need to book yout flight independently. The trip has been design around below direct flight option from Transavia:
HV 5819 - Thursday 6 November - Amsterdam -> Bari (9:00 - 11:25)
HV5822 - Sunday 9 November - Bari -> Amsterdam (17:10 - 19:55)
If you are travelling from somewhere else than Amsterdam, or have other flights, we will do our best to accommodate your times, please reach out before you book to find the best solution.
- Evening/dinners. Based on past experiences, our days are often filled with generous tastings and lunches, leaving guests feeling satisfied. When desired, local dinner options are typically very affordable and offer a chance for independent exploration.