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Leisurely was the description….a fairly lively leisurely …. great trips, knowledgeable, friendly and helpful leader. Some amazing places to visit and accommodation to stay at – all comfortable and most very different.
Supper with everyone at a farm where we were served with home grown produce, all of which was delicious
Pleasant, friendly, knowledgeable and helpful
Take your camera with plenty of memory card space and don't forget the charger/s you'll need
This trip gave a flavour of the region of Puglia in more ways than one… Staying in four different locations across the week, we learned about the importance of olives and wine in the region with visits to a an olive grove for olive oil tasting and a factory for wine tasting, and were encouraged to try local specialities by our leader who at group meals ordered a range of typical dishes so that we could try a variety. Although not specifically a food tour, food has to be a major part of any trip to Italy…
Exploring the alleyways of white-walled hill-town Ostuni as the sun was going down.
The walks (I can't speak for the one from Otranto, which we were unable to do due to bad weather) were fairly flat and easy. The guided town tours are if anything more strenuous as they are longer! (Note, the one around beautiful Matera does involve a few steps and sloping paths, the only way of seeing this town built into the sides of a gorge). Walking trainers or even walking sandals are appropriate for all walks on this trip. My personal advice - take your coffee the way the Italians do, stood at the counter with an espresso cup and a glass of water. It's quick, nice, local, gives you a caffeine boost, gives free access to a toilet, and usually there's cake available too! To nut allergy sufferers - be aware that in this area hazelnut is commonly mixed with chocolate in pastries and desserts. There is a great love of Nutella! Always check before ordering!
The region was rewarding and not very touristy. Towns were full of atmosphere. Some enjoyable walks. Hotels were close to centres. Not too much coach travel and enough free time. Warm and friendly guide. But quite a bit of walking so
Might be difficult for those even with some mobility problems and not all accommodation great. Free day a bit problematic as limited public transport and a day in arivabello not all that interesting. But guide helped and we went to two nice towns so not insuperable. Local food and wine was good. Recommended but be prepared to walk
The towns all full of atmosphere and the whole week more than any individual visit was inspirational
A lovely lady lively and energetic
Don’t go if you can’t walk easily or want luxury resorts. You might prepare by learning a little Italian as outside hotels English isn’t much spoken though you could get by
Really good week but for the price some of the hotels a bit basic
The itinerary was very interesting and our tour leader Barbara was great. But the accommodation overall was not good. I wasn’t expecting luxury accommodation but clean and comfortable. However, in every hotel including the 4 star hotel in Ostuni there were problems for various members of the group but the worst was the Sassi accommodation in Matera where I had fresh black mould in my bathroom. Like the other recent reviewer, I found the included dinner very poor. Our group was also supplied with a minivan and bus on two different days that had broken seatbelts. I really would have liked to have rated this trip higher because the sights and experiences were great.
Walking around Alberobello and Matera
Barbara was a delight. Knowledgeable, warm and attentive to the different needs of the group.
We would like to thank Lynette for her feedback. Whilst we are pleased that she enjoyed the itinerary and found her tour leader, Barbara, to be great, we are very sorry that she was disappointed with aspects of the accommodation. The properties on this tour are usually in typical Apulian style buildings and generally receive positive feedback, so we regret if members of her group encountered issues. The hotel in Matera is carved from rock, thus reflecting the typical and unique architecture of the town, but the material sometimes causes issues with dampness when it rains and we are sorry that this affected Lynette’s stay. We have followed up the issue regarding the broken seatbelts with our local operator to ensure with the transport supplier that this does not reoccur. Marta Marinelli – Product Manager
I thought the tour was great and enjoyed where we visited and the activities included.
I was disappointed with the hotels. Only the hotel in Ostuni was 4 star; and the rest 3 star.
This tour cost a lot more than Riviera, Just You or Travelsphere and only Had 2 meals included.
I was expecting it to be a cut above the rest for the price paid.
The tour was good and the tour manager excellent. Shame it was let down by the choice of accommodation. I also found the places we stayed in to be much too touristy.
When I went on my own to Polignano a Mare for the night.
Fantastic!
If you are fussy about where you stay then don’t book this tour.
I loved every minute of this very diverse tour. Every day was different and very interesting, our group leader Fabrizio was awesome and the individual group participants were lovely and lots of fun. I would definitely recommend this tour.
Matera was a highlight - I wish I had arranged for extra days there.
Awesome! Very informative and loads of fun.
Embrace the diversity of this tour.
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Great combination of sightseeing, excursions, walking and activities in Puglia.
Trullo hotel in Alberobello was lovely; Matera was fascinating - luxurious cave-dwelling.
Barbara was really excellent - efficient, knowledgeable and friendly.
No need for hiking boots, but bring sturdy sensible footwear for the walking. Some rough tracks and cobblestones involved.
Excellent choice of venues for group meals at each end of the trip with a wide selection of local speciality dishes.
Like many people we meet we did not know Puglia existed until we saw this trip. A gem of a region, very different and so suited to a short leisurely summer trip when time is a constraint to a full-on distant adventure tour for which Exodus is otherwise renowned. Distances travelled are comparatively short so it easy to fit in many of the historic, architectural and geological sights with ease.
The caves at Castellana are pretty impressive and the largest complex we have ever visited. However, a ‘Wow’ moment, after arriving at a fairly grotty end of Matera, was stepping onto the main square viewing platform to overlook the entire “Sassi” in which we were to later stay and explore.
Barbara Schito was our tour leader and guide in all aspects of the trip. As a native of Puglia she was so enthusiastic in her wish to impart her knowledge and love of the region. Her delivery is passionate and charming and so much part of the whole experience
The food (and wine) of the region is first class and we found it to be reasonably priced having spent only 60% of our budget. As meat-eaters we were very pleased to find ristorante Carnivori in Lecce with choice cuts in the chill cabinet, cooked and served in traditional style before embarking on a week dominated by (very nice) pizzas, pastas and breads.
The weather was exceptionally hot for the time of year, with occasional thunderstorms and it is worth considering these eventualities.
Excellent trip
Visiting e olive oil farm
Excellent could have been more helpful
A great week of cycling in a mix of road, old tracks, villages and town. An opportunity to swim in the Ionian Sea and Adriatic.
Great real local food.
Usual high standard of the guide and his knowledge of the area
Cycling with a diverse group in an exceptionalarea.
Very knowledgeable and good at organizing stops to see the different ares of interest.
Do some training before you go. Try the local dishes.
