Luxury Puglia Gourmet Wine Experience
4 nights from $3,670pp
Discover Italy’s best-kept secret with a stay in the beautiful Itria Valley (and, later, the cultural heart of Matera), private chauffeured tours, and food and wine tastings at Puglia’s most prestigious wineries.
Highlights of our Luxury Puglia Food and Wine Tour
- Bespoke SmoothRed itinerary with personalised travel app
- Relax with private airport transfers.
- Four-night stay in a luxurious hotel in the enchanting Itria Valley
- Explore in style with two private chauffeured wine tours and tastings, sampling the best of the Primitivo grape variety.
- Watch the production of mozzarella cheese in a nearby farmhouse and indulge in much of the traditional local produce during your stay.
Day 1: Arrival in Puglia
Relax with private transfers from Bari Airport. Travel to a luxury resort located in the heart of Puglia, immersed among the ancient olive groves of the Itria Valley and only steps away from the crystal blue sea of Savelletri. Set in 40 acres of grounds, the Borgo is designed to replicate a traditional Puglian village. Enjoy a truly luxurious stay along Puglia’s gorgeous Adriatic coastline.
Day 2: Wine Tastings at Two Estates Before a Visit to Matera
Discover the land of Primitivo visiting two estates, followed by wine tastings. Your day will also include a light lunch of traditional local produce.
In the afternoon, your English-speaking guide will take you for a guided city tour to discover the European Capital of Culture 2019 and city of stones, Matera, and to discover its UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sassi di Matera, located in the nearby Basilicata region.
Day 3: A Day to Relax in Puglia
A free day to sit back and relax. The hotel has four swimming pools, and a wellness centre of almost two thousand square metres. Or why not simply laze on the beach, sipping on an Aperol spritz!
From Michelin-star cuisine to more traditional Apulian flavors in a rustic and informal setting, there’s a superb range of food on offer to ensure a unique experience each evening.
Day 4: Taste Mozzarella Cheese in the Itria Valley Countryside
Explore the countryside of the Itria Valley, in the very heart of Puglia. Visit a local farmhouse, where you will watch the production of mozzarella cheese, followed by a tasting of mozzarella, salami, and breads. During the day, you will continue to enjoy wine and taste local produce. Or, if you are feeling energeitc, hop on E-bikes for a ride through the Puglian countryside.
Day 5: Take in the Surroundings Before Departing Puglia
Before your departure home, take a moment to absorb the breathtaking views of the beautiful landscape of the Adriatic coast and its intense and vivid colours. Relax with private transfers to Bari Airport.
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Borgo Egnazia
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Masseria Torre Maizza
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We craft each itinerary just for you. Contact our Travel Designers to plan an unforgettable food and wine tasting journey around Puglia.
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