Apulia roundtrip

exploring the Italian boot heel

Itinerary

Route

Tour profile/Level 2

Mostly flat route with a few hilly sections on mostly asphalted roads with little traffic (outside the high season). Care should only be taken when entering and exiting cities due to traffic.

Day 1: Alberobello

Individual arrival in Alberobello. Use the day to explore this extraordinary city with its cone-shaped buildings, known as trulli, which have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996.

Day 2: Alberobello – Ostuni, approx. 45 km

The first stage of your journey takes you through beautiful landscapes to Ostuni. The city is also called the ‘white city’ because of its architecture of white walls and houses.

Day 3: Ostuni – Manduria/surroundings, approx. 60 km

Today’s route takes you to the plains of Salento, a landscape characterised by olive trees and bright red earth. On your way to Manduria, you will pass through Oria, where the castle and historic centre invite you to linger.

Day 4: Manduria/surroundings – Gallipoli, approx. 70 km

From today on, the route will take you along the coast. First, it will take you to Porto Cesareo, where you should not miss out on a fish dish, which is typical for the region. Further south, you will reach Gallipoli, which is today’s destination and boasts one of the most beautiful historical centres of the Salento.

Day 5: Gallipoli – Santa Maria di Leuca, approx. 50 km

Your destination today is the town of Santa Maria di Leuca. It was named by ancient Greek seafarers because when they arrived, the city was bathed in bright sunlight (leukos = white).

Day 6: Santa Maria di Leuca – Otranto, approx. 50 km

Today you will travel north along the Adriatic coast to Otranto, the easternmost point of Italy. Visit the imposing cathedral and the large Aragonese castle.

Day 7: Otranto – Lecce, ca. 55 km

Today you cycle along the Alumini Lakes to your final destination, Lecce. Also known as the Florence of the South, the city delights its visitors with artistic ornaments and beautiful baroque buildings.

Day 8: Lecce

Departure after breakfast or extension.

Services

  • 7 nights

  • Daily breakfast

  • Luggage transport (1 item max. 20 kg per person)

  • 7-day service hotline

  • Cycling app with digital maps and information material, GPS data (we recommend bringing a power bank and a phone holder to ensure a smooth ride)

Dates & Prices

Dates

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    Season / Period
    Type
    S1   15.03. - 04.04.25
    Category A
    S2   05.04. - 18.04.25
    Category A
    S3   19.04. - 19.04.25
    Category A
    S3   20.04. - 08.06.25
    Category A
    S3   09.06. - 27.06.25
    Category A
    S4   28.06. - 19.07.25
    Category A
    S4   30.08. - 06.09.25
    Category A
    S4   07.09. - 12.09.25
    Category A
    S3   13.09. - 05.10.25
    Category A
    S3   06.10. - 10.10.25
    Category A
    S2   11.10. - 24.10.25
    Category A
    S1   25.10. - 01.11.25
    Category A
    S1   15.03. - 04.04.25
    Category B
    S2   05.04. - 18.04.25
    Category B
    S3   19.04. - 19.04.25
    Category B
    S3   20.04. - 08.06.25
    Category B
    S3   09.06. - 27.06.25
    Category B
    S4   28.06. - 19.07.25
    Category B
    S4   30.08. - 06.09.25
    Category B
    S4   07.09. - 12.09.25
    Category B
    S3   13.09. - 05.10.25
    Category B
    S3   06.10. - 10.10.25
    Category B
    S2   11.10. - 24.10.25
    Category B
    S1   25.10. - 01.11.25
    Category B

    Extras

    Bikes and equipment
    21 speed trekking bike 110
    E-bike 270
    Helmet rental 15
       
    Additional nights and Modules
    Lecce (dbl/sgl)  83/139
    Alberobello (dbl/sgl) on request
    Extension module Matera (pre tour) on request
       
    Transfer
    Airport Bari/Brindisi - Alberobello 1-3 PAX 185
    Airport Bari/Brindisi - Alberobello 4-6 PAX 220
    Airport Bari/Brindisi - Alberobello 7-8 PAX 240
    Lecce - Airport Bari 1-3 PAX 320
    Lecce - Airport Bari 4-6 PAX 370
    Lecce - Airport Bari 7-8 PAX 400
    Lecce - Airport Brindisi 1-3 PAX 150
    Lecce - Airport Brindisi 4-6 PAX 175
    Lecce - Airport Brindisi 7-8 PAX 195

    Best - Price - Guarantee

    If you would verifiably receive better conditions and/or prices from another tour operator at the time of booking we guarantee at least the same conditions PLUS 1 handlebar bag for FREE!
    All prices per person in EUR

    Accommodation

    Hotel samples

    Category A
    You will stay in selected 3-4 star hotels.

    Alberobello: Trullidea Resort
    Ostuni: Sant’Eligio Relais
    Manduria Umgebeung: BHB Hotel
    Gallipoli: 33 Baroni
    S.M. di Leuca: Grand Hotel L’Approdo
    Otranto: Hotel Vittoria Resort
    Lecce: Hotel Delle Palme


    Category B
    You will stay mostly in 3 star hotels and some selected Bed&Breakfasts.

    Alberobello: Trullidea Resort
    Ostuni: Rione Antico La Terra
    Manduria Umgebung: Sine Tempore B&B
    Gallipoli: Joli Park Hotel
    S.M. di Leuca: Hotel Terminal
    Otranto: Hotel Albania
    Lecce: Hotel Delle Palme


    NotePlease be informed that these are hotel samples and therefore subject to alteration! Find Your final hotel bookings at Your hotel list after/at booking.

    Bicycle


    Bicycles inclusive panniers

    The offered bikes are citybikes with an aluminium frame and kitted with responsive brakes and gears. Plus: mudguards, trip computers, comfort gel saddles, flat-palmed grips, Schwalbe Marathon anti-puncture tyres. E-bikes are also available for this tours, while kids’ bikes and accessories are at hand for all family-friendly holidays.

    You can choose between the following bikes:

    • 27-speed-hybrid-bike women/men
    • 9-speed E-bikes unisex
    • child seat, child trailer, tagalong

    The rental bikes are equipped with a spacious waterproof side bag, lock, handlebar bag or card holder. Each room receives a repair kit.


    E-bikes | Electric bikes | Pedelcs

    By popular demand, we have now invested in a considerable number of e-bikes, much favoured by cyclists who love the Great Outdoors, but prefer to let the bike take the strain. E-Bikes are great development and let people of different fitness levels enjoy a ride together.

    Useful

    Arrival - Parking - Departure

    Arrival by plane

    Airport: Bari (BRI) or Brindisi (BDS)

    From Bari
    Take the train (approx. 20 mins) or the Tempesta shuttle bus (approx. 30 mins) to Bari Centrale station. From here, take the train to Alberobello (with a change in Putignano, approx. 3/4 hrs). Alternatively, take bus no. 100/1 or F110 from Bari (departure at Largo Sorrentino) to Alberobello (approx. 1h15).

    From Brindisi
    Shuttle bus STP from the airport to Brindisi train station (about 15/20 min.). From there by train to Fasano (about 40 min.) and then by taxi to Alberobello (about 25 min., phone +39 348 3736396 or +39 328 4566593)

    Private transfer to and from the two airports can be booked – see price table for details.


    Arrival by car

    Parking: Some hotels have private parking, while in other cases you will need to use alternative car parks. Reservations are not possible and you will need to pay on the spot.


    Arrival by train

    Station: Alberobello
    For more information on prices and times, please check www.trenitalia.it


    Transfer

    A private transfer can be booked to and from the two airports – see price table for details.

    Since the centre of Alberobello is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and therefore has very little traffic, the transfer can only get you within 200 metres of the hotel.


    Additional information

    Visitor’s tax is not included in the tour price and is payable on site. (approx. € 10-15 per person)

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