2021 & 2022 Globus Guided Tours - Globus® Vacation Packages

Southern Italy Escape (KISX)

9 Day Tour from Naples to Alberobello Area

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Imagine spending time in Italy’s most beloved locations without the higher costs and bigger crowds associated with busy travel season. Join us on a cultural and culinary adventure of Southern Italy’s wonderful gems. Start with a city tour of Naples, birthplace of Neapolitan pizza. A scenic drive brings you to the rocky outcrop of Matera—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn all about the Sassi houses, thought to be among the first human settlements in Italy. Next overnight in the town of Lecce. Admire its lacy stone buildings and baroque squares and visit the Duomo and Santa Croce Basilica to understand why it is called the “Florence of the South.” In Alberobello, take a tour of the traditional Trullo houses—whitewashed, circular homes, with classic conical roofs. Marvel at the stunning 90-million-year-old caves of Castellana. Visit the Apulian capital of Bari on the heel of Italy’s “boot.” Join us in the off season and escape to Southern Italy’s off-the-beaten-path locales.

Small-Group Discovery Dates Available

Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.

Special Features Included in this Tour:
• Guided city drive in Naples features a visit to the Palazzo Reale
• Guided walking tour of Matera features a visit to a Casa Grotta (cave house)
• Primitivo wine museum visit plus tasting
• Guided walking tour in Lecce includes Duomo and Santa Croce Basilica
• Guided walking tour in Alberobello includes a visit to a Trullo (traditional stone conical-roof hut)
• Guided visit to the Castellana Grotte underground cave system
• Guided walking tour in Bari features the Old Town and San Nicola’s Church

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 Photo Highlights

 Meals

 Meals & Itinerary

8 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners

 Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN NAPLES, ITALY

Welcome to Naples! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.

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Day 2 NAPLES

A Slice of Life in Napoli Your Southern Italian adventure begins with a guided sightseeing tour of Naples, a vibrant city oozing in character and culture. Your Local Guide will show you the main highlights, featuring an orientation drive and stop in the iconic Piazza Plebiscito. Enjoy some free time to discover more and perhaps try one of Naples’ most famous specialties – Neapolitan pizza!

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURE & TRADITION Naples delivers Old World charm in spades as one of Italy’s oldest cities. From its regal Palazzo Reale to the 13th-century Duomo di San Gennaro’s frescoed masterpieces to nearby Mount Vesuvius to the most famous pizza in the world served throughout the city in Neapolitan style. A stroll along the promenade beside the Bay of Naples reveals why locals and visitors choose this spot to soak in the sunset on the Mediterranean Sea.

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Day 3 NAPLES–MATERA

Hidden Gem Drive into the hilly region of Basilicata to reach Matera, one of the oldest towns in the world. Join a Local Guide on a fascinating walk to see the historic center with its complex of “Sassi” houses built into the local caves and visit one of the Casa Grotta (house caves). Enjoy free time in the late afternoon and evening.
155 mi / 250km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURE & TRADITION Matera is a city like no other, entirely carved out of the rocky slopes of a mountain in the Basilicata region and has been extended over millennia. Explore with a guide the secrets of this unique city that has been the setting for many famous films from Mel Gibson’s “The Passion of Christ” to the James Bond film, “No Time to Die.”

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Day 4 MATERA–MANDURIA–LECCE

Cultivating Culture A scenic drive into Apulia, the charismatic region with the longest coastline, that forms the heel of Italy’s “boot.” Globus Local FavoriteGlobus Local Favorite Enjoy an interesting visit to the Primitivo wine museum to learn about the local production, followed by a tasting. Continue to Lecce and join your Local Guide on a walking tour to discover Lecce’s beautiful historic center. Visit the Duomo with its distinctive bell tower and the Basilica of Santa Croce that took over 200 years to complete.
105 mi / 168km

LOCAL FAVORITE
LOCAL TASTES Wine holds a significant cultural and historical importance in Italy, making it one of the world's leading wine-producing countries. The Italian wine culture is deeply intertwined with the country's regional diversity. The Primitivo grape is the primary grape variety cultivated in the Manduria region. This grape is known for producing robust and full-bodied red wines with rich fruit flavors and hold its name as this type of grape matures early.

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Day 5 LECCE

Sweet Strolls in Apulia Spend a full day at leisure in Lecce, often referred to as the “Florence of the South”. Explore more sights, browse the stores, sit in a café savoring local specialties and watching the world go by, or join an optional excursion to discover further afield.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURAL GEM Stroll around Lecce to take in the vibrant and bustling atmosphere. Wander the narrow streets of golden sandstone looking for hidden Piazzas or indulge in a wine bar with a glass of local rose and views of the carved baroque churches the city has to offer around each corner.

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Day 6 LECCE–ALBEROBELLO AREA

Stone Houses Enjoy a scenic drive to Alberobello, once there, follow your Local Guide on a walking tour through the Trulli-lined streets, including an interior visit of a Trullo (traditional conical-roof house) to discover how people live there. Enjoy some free time, and an evening at leisure.
78 mi / 126km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ART & ARCHITECTURE The iconic round houses (Trulli) date back hundreds of years. These Trulli, constructed of dry stone and cone-shaped roofs include the oldest structures built in the 16th century and were used as grain storage or residences. Made without cement in the masonry techniques of the day, these whitewashed homes were easily disassembled to avoid property taxes when the collectors came calling! Today, you can stroll the streets lined with Trulli houses to see their conical rooftops decorated with symbols such as a cross, heart, astronomical symbol, or the evil eye.

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Day 7 ALBEROBELLO AREA: EXCURSION TO CASTELLANA GROTTE

Stalactites & Stalagmites A short drive this morning to Castellana Grotte. Descend underground for a fascinating guided visit and walk through some of the most suggestive caves. Return to the hotel and enjoy free time this afternoon and evening.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOT The Grotte di Castellana is one of the largest cave systems in Italy stretching for over two miles. The underground tunnels are a natural marvel with stunning geological formations illuminated in a rainbow of hues as the sun moves through the sky.

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Day 8 ALBEROBELLO AREA: EXCURSION TO BARI

Santa Claus Connections Drive to the vibrant port city of Bari and meet your Local Guide for a walking tour of Bari Vecchia, the city’s oldest district, including a visit to the Basilica of San Nicola. Enjoy some free time to explore more before joining your travel companions for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
68 mi / 110km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURE & TRADITION Bari combines historical charm with modern amenities, culinary tradition with cultural attractions. The city's markets, such as the Mercato Coperto, offer a vibrant showcase of fresh local produce and culinary delights. A major point of interest is the Basilica di San Nicola that holds the relics of Saint Nicholas the inspiration for the modern Santa Claus.

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Day 9 ALBEROBELLO AREA

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Nearest airport is Bari.)

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 Tour Director

With GLOBUS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

SILVIO CACACE

Escorting tours for more than 20 years

“Travelling that leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller. This is what happened to me travelling around my home country of Italy, a place renowned for its remarkable architecture, fine artworks, delectable food and wines, and superb hospitality. Showing people my country, enthralling them with captivating stories, sharing with them my passion and enthusiasm, and making them happy has become my main goal in life. Join me on a Globus tour so you can see for yourself how life is beautiful in Italy.”

Tour Director - SILVIO CACACE

 Accommodations

 Optional Excursions

No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else, we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.

When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination, so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities. Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value. Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences. We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.

The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.

Price Ranges

$ ($50 CAD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 CAD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 CAD)
$$$$ (Over $150)


Naples
Lecce
Alberobello Area

Naples

Discover Herculaneum with Tasting Dinner

Discover Herculaneum with Tasting Dinner

This exceptional guided excursion introduces you to the excavations of Herculaneum, the city destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Afterward, enjoy a tasting dinner on the volcano

Price Range: $$$

Lecce

OTRANTO: A JOURNEY THROUGH BEAUTY AND FLAVOR

OTRANTO: A JOURNEY THROUGH BEAUTY AND FLAVOR

Spend a relaxing day in one of Salento s most iconic coastal towns. Your journey begins with free time to explore Otranto at your own pace: wander through its whitewashed streets, visit the stunning Cathedral with its legendary mosaic, and take in breathtaking views from the seafront walls. After the visit, the experience continues with a live show cooking in a charming local venue. Watch a skilled local chef prepare traditional dishes right before your eyes, sharing stories, secrets, and flavors of the Salento culinary heritage. Finally, enjoy a buffet lunch featuring the very same recipe and other local products. A moment of genuine taste and conviviality in an authentic Apulian atmosphere.

Price Range: $$$

Alberobello Area

Italian Fairytale: Apulian Farm Dinner & Music

Italian Fairytale: Apulian Farm Dinner & Music

Travel into the fairytale landscapes of the Apulian countryside for free time in one of Italy's most beautiful villages, followed by dinner and traditional entertainment at a local masseria (farmhouse).

Price Range: $$$$

Coastal Charms: Polignano and Monopoli with Dinner

Coastal Charms: Polignano and Monopoli with Dinner

Discover the Charm of Polignano a Mare and Monopoli on an unforgettable excursion to these stunning coastal towns.

Price Range: $$$

 Private Touring

Private Touring: Globus European Private Touring enables you to experience all of the attractions, sights and highlights of your selected Globus tour as a private experience - delivered just for you and your traveling party. With Private Touring, you'll have your own dedicated Tour Director, your own private transportation and driver, and your own professional local guides. All with greater flexibility in pace and your experience.

For your selected tour, there will be additional per-person cost for the size of your party - from 1 to 24. This additional supplement is reduced with each traveler you add to your party.

Here's a sample of the additional cost:

6 guests in a party: $2,705*
18 guests in a party: $752*

Contact Globus or your preferred travel agent for pricing for your specific party size as well as any other information on Globus Private Touring.

* Supplement pricing is per person (CA) and will be added to the standard published price for your given departure date and is based on availability. Supplement price is valid for 2020 and 2021 travel years. Occasionally some included and optional activities & excursions may be operated with other guests. Additional restrictions may apply. Not applicable for custom groups. No Group allowances or promotions are available on Private Touring. Published itineraries only. Note that blackout dates may exist where the Private Touring option is not available.



The “Starting at” or listed price is based on the lowest price available to book. Price is per person based on twin occupancy and any applicable port charges, non-commissionable taxes and fees and intra-vacation flight are included in the price shown. Any included overnight stay in Canada, applicable GST/HST is also included in the price shown. International airfare, however, is not included. If price is crossed out, the new price shown includes a limited time promotional offer(s). Please review current promotions or deals for additional information.