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I joined the trip as an Exodus staff member. This trip is a lovely mix of walking and culture experiences. The food was incredible and it was fun tasting each village’s special meal or drink.
Seeing Matera for the first time is quite special. What a fascinating place!
Ioana was knowledgeable and very easy to get along with. She is an excellent leader! She helped to arrange lunch and dinner reservations and was always spot on with her recommendations.
Bring a wide-brimmed hat as walks can have very little shade. The walks are fairly flat but you'd still need to bring proper walking shoes/boots.
Very good indeed – well chosen areas made it a varied and instructive trip – it gave a good understanding of the area. Very good leader (Giant Lorenzo Bacca) and trek leader (Maria Domenica) – both were very understanding of situations.
Farmhouse stay near Ostuni was perfect (Masseria Morronne). The town of Matera was worth staying for 3 days - magnificent
A wonderful guide and very calm and understanding
Well organised operator, leaders that guide you thorough out the tour. Good value for money and clear itinerary notes. Enjoy travelling with other like minded people and to also hear high recommendations for Exodus and recommend other trips is always reassuring.
Highlights would be staying within the Sassi of Matera, a unique property immersed within a cave and great location to the main square and shops. The walks amongst the ancient and well protected olive trees and finishing in the town of Ostuni. Also the cuisine of Puglia and Basilicata region is completely different compared to other regions of Italy
Joelle was a key walking guide and had a lot of nature knowledge that I was able to learn more on flowers & trees etc. She was always communicative across the whatsapp group and providing day to day information regarding itinerary and also good recommendations for local restaurants.
Our trip met and exceeded all our expectations. The area was wonderful, and the itinerary was really well designed. The transfers were all very well organised in clean and safe vehicles with experienced local drivers. Most importantly, the tour guide was highly competent and experienced. He made the trip a huge success.
Too many to mention. The first day's walk over the viaduct. The stay in Matera. The stay and walks from the Masseria in Puglia. The friends we made.
An outstanding group leader. Highly knowledgeable and a great communicator. Passionate about conveying the history of the regions. Very caring and respectful of the group. And excellent organiser. And a great sense of humour. We left very good friends. We would love to do another tour with Gabrielle. He's a great ambassador for Exodus.
From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized, allowing us to fully enjoy every step of the journey. The tour strikes a perfect balance between enjoyable walks and breathtaking views of stunning destinations like Alberobello, Ostuni, Locorotondo, and Matera.
Exploring the fairy-tale trulli in Alberobello was absolutely magical, with their unique charm and picturesque setting. Another highlight was visiting Masseria Morrone, where the delicious dinner stole the show. The authentic flavors and locally sourced ingredients made it a truly unforgettable culinary experience. Finally, wandering through the ancient sassi of Matera brought the region’s rich history to life. Each of these moments felt like a window into Italy’s incredible heritage and culture.
Iona was fantastic! She was incredibly knowledgeable, approachable, and always ensured everyone felt comfortable and included. Her passion for the region and its history added a unique depth to every stop along the way, making the experience truly unforgettable.
ATMs are easily accessible in Alberobello and Matera, but it's a good idea to carry some cash. The walking routes are generally easy, but I highly recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes for the best experience. Hiking poles are optional, though some people find them helpful on certain paths. A reusable water bottle is essential, as tap water is safe to drink in most places. And don't forget sunscreen!
A week of varied walking. The Trulli houses are very interesting. And the cave dwellings in Matera are amazing. Some walks are more interesting than others. All at a moderate pace.
The highlight of the tour has to be Matera. Unlike anywhere else I have ever been. And the guided tour by Nadia was excellent. She explained the history of the cave dwellers superbly.
Ioana has excellent knowledge of the history and culture of the region. She had great awareness of the different requirements of the individuals in the group. Plus she gave us special treats and coffee at our mid morning breaks. Truly a special guide. Probably the best guide we have had with Exodus. And we have had some excellent guides over the years.
The hotels are fairly basic. Bring shampoo! And the wifi and mobile signal in the hotels can be very patchy.
We had very good service from the Exodus sales team in planning the trip for our Nordic walking group. The itinerary was very well planned and gave us the chance to experience walking and cultural visits in this fascinating area of Italy. Overall the holiday exceeded my expectations.
Our first view of the Sassi in Matera
Marion was an excellent leader who ensured all members of our group had the best time.
Unless you have an early departure you will not have time to do the activities described on Day 1. Check what type of adapter is needed for Italy.
The trip was well organised and each of the three places we stayed were fascinating
Wandering the little alleys of Matera and enjoying the wonderful food of the region
Ioana was wonderful in all aspects
The walks are leisurely but interesting.
This trip exceeded my expectations in both the excellent organisation and expert talks by Ioana and the wide range of activities around walking, sightseeing, free time and gastronomy! 💚
First view of Matera town across the ravine
Perfect! Ioana has the ideal mix of careful attention to detail, awareness of different individual needs and preferences, ability to bring the history and culture of the region to life, lovely sense of humour and complete unflappability. 10/10.
Bring layers you can peel off as you walk if it is a hot day; bring a serious sunhat with brim and UV protection; something to cover shoulders; strong boots or trail shoes for support on any uneven ground; large water bottle.
A hugely enjoyable immersion in the countryside and towns of Puglia and Basilicata.The itinerary is well-designed, as the highlight for us was undoubtedly Matera, and I was pleasantly surprised at how little down time we had. The walking is undemanding, but the scenery is beautiful, and I can imagine in high summer the heat could become a problem. A great introduction to an area I knew very little about, other than enjoying the excellent wines it produces.
Matera. Seeing it from across the ravine and then up close was breathtaking .
Ioana was outstanding. She was professional, deeply knowledgeable, and great company. She anticipated the needs of a disparate (but very agreeable) group of walkers and made an excellent trip into an unforgettable experience. Exodus seem to have a knack of engaging outstanding tour leaders for their Italian holidays - she is the third we have met, and all have been outstanding.
Although the walks are not excessive, and the ascent/descent is moderate, it's well worth packing your walking boots. I found the combination of hard services and occasional rocky sections were surprisingly tough on the feet, and I was glad of the thicker soles on the days I wore my boots. Poles are definitely an optional extra, unless you are an habitual user.