Italy: Amalfi Coast to Puglia

*** FULL ITINERARY AND ALL DETAILS UNDER THE BROCHURE TAB. ***

Collette has been established in Canada since 1918, and its tours take us around the world with an undeniable quality of service. Customer satisfaction is their daily priority.
We’ve selected a few popular tours that have been tested and approved. The comments are flattering, and the hotels, guides and tours have been carefully chosen by Collette’s team. See our brochure with our 10 different tours…don’t miss your chance!

HIGHLIGHTS

Naples, Impact Moment, Pompeii, Wine Tasting, Minori, Amalfi, Positano, Ravello, Choice on Tour, Matera, Lecce, Tarantella Folk Music & Dance Performance, Ostuni, Ape Calessino Tour, Alberobello

Experience the region of Puglia – nestled within the coastal “heel” of Italy’s “boot.” Somewhat off the beaten path, Puglia is home to authentic cuisine, cultural traditions, and honest interactions. See a new side to the country you know and love – where centuries-old farmland intercede with mystic gnomish houses and detailed craftsmanship. Visit a local olive grove and discover the art of picking olives sampling this regional staple for yourself. Known for its papier-mâché figurines and hidden cafes, spend your time here uncovering the city’s many secrets. Dig in to a plate of orecchiette pasta, grab a glass of wine, and experience Italy the way it was supposed to be experienced.

Inclusions

12-night accommodation in 3- and 4-star hotels
19 meals: 12 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 5 dinners
Travel by bus with English-speaking guide and a Collette tour manager in Italy
Arrival transfer in Naples, and return transfer in Bari
Entrance fees and visits as per itinerary
Collette “Cancel for Any Reason” waiver

Exclusions

International airfare from Canada – Beverages and meals unless otherwise mentioned – Gratuities to guides, drivers, and hotel staff – Optional excursions – City tax – ETIAS visa – Travel insurance – All other items not mentioned in the inclusions.

Additional Information

AVAILABLE OPTIONS

Personalize your tour by adding an optional activity below. Our recommended options have been carefully chosen to help enhance your individual experience.

LECCE: Salento’s Wine Country and Medieval Heritage $156 CAD **bookable upon arrival at destination**
Leave the town of Lecce behind and journey through Salento’s wine country. Pass rows of vines and olive groves until you reach Otranto. Nestled in Puglia’s easternmost corner, this quaint seaside town unveils a rich history: Greek, Romans, Byzantines, Ottomans, Spaniards, French all vied for control of this strategic port – Italy’s gateway to the Levant and the Holy Land. The city’s Aragonese Castle inspired Horace Walpole’s The Castle of Otranto (1764), recognized as the first Gothic novel. Soak in the mysterious atmosphere during a guided walking tour of Otranto’s treasures: the fortified walls, the mosaic-rich churches, the sudden views over the Mediterranean Sea. Your day continues at a local winery, featuring a tasting of Salice Salentino wine. This intense and full-bodied wine comes from the region’s dark-purple grapes wine, known by the locals as “negroamaro” (which translates to “black-bitter”). Learn about the traditional techniques and productions as you sample the wine, followed by a delicious lunch. Duration: Approximately 6 hours. Please note a minimum of 10 passengers is required. Transportation is included.