Puglia Tours & Trips

With decades of experience in Puglia – and trusted relationships with local families, farm owners and artisans – we offer access to places and moments you’d struggle to find alone. You might sample olive oil pressed just metres from where it’s grown, meet the makers behind full-bodied primitivo, or watch pasta taking shape in a sunlit kitchen. Our routes are carefully chosen to reveal the best of Italy’s heel – local approved.

Yes. Our small group cycling tours in Puglia typically include 6 to 16 participants. With routes designed for both road and e-bikes, and support vans along the way, these trips offer the best in camaraderie and comfort on two wheels. Browse our Puglia cycling holidays to find your perfect fit.

Activity levels vary from easy-moderate to moderate depending on the itinerary – and your choice of exercise. You’ll enjoy a moderate activity level on the Cycling Puglia and Matera  and Italy Coast to Coast by e-bike: Puglia to Amalfi Coast tour. Opt for an e-bike if you fancy a bit of a boost.

Yes, and you’ll be in good company. Many of our travellers join solo. Small group sizes and welcoming leaders create a sociable and inclusive atmosphere. You’ll have your own space but plenty of opportunities to make new friends.

From the otherworldly trulli houses in Alberobello to cycling through coastal olive groves, our tours showcase Puglia’s natural and cultural richness – well beyond the usual postcard stops. You’ll visit Matera, Ostuni, Gallipoli and Lecce, with routes offering countryside calm and seaside charm in equal measure. There’s room for the unexpected too, from a refreshing dip along the Ionian Coast to a night in Castelmezzano, a cliffside village that looks dreamt up by a painter with a penchant for heights.

Absolutely – culture and cuisine go hand in hand in Puglia. Stay in converted farmhouses like Masseria Bosco, take the scenic, slow route to coastal towns and medieval villages, and enjoy meals showcasing Pulian produce: think fresh pasta, homemade cheeses, local wines and lashings of olive oil. Historic gems like the baroque streets of Lecce and ancient sassi of Matera bring stories to life off the bike. Our local leaders know the hidden backroads, best viewpoints, and even the bakeries where locals’ queue.

Highlights include Matera with its cave dwellings, Alberobello’s UNESCO-listed trulli, Ostuni’s whitewashed lanes, Gallipoli on the Ionian Sea, and the baroque splendour of Lecce. Some itineraries may also visit Conversano, Monopoli, and Castelmezzano (we think it’s the prettiest village of all).

What type of accommodation is included in your Puglia cycling tours?
We use a range of hand-picked hotels, including a stay in a heritage building in Alberobello and time at Masseria Bosco – a beautifully restored farmhouse with a pool and restaurant serving food grown on site. It’s an absolute highlight for many travellers.

Yes, e-bikes are available on our Puglia tours including our special Italy Coast to Coast by E-bike: Puglia to Amalfi Coast. You can also request an e-bike on our other trips if you need a bit of a helping hand. E-bikes offer a great option for riders looking for extra support on hilly or longer sections.

Spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) offer ideal cycling conditions in Puglia – warm but not too hot, with quieter roads and lush countryside.