A week of biking around the two wonderful UNESCO cities of Alberobello and Matera. Leaving from Matera’s “Sassi” and the rock caves and stone houses, you will reach the Itria valley, a karstic land also called the Valley of the Trulloes due-to the thousands of “Trulli”, limestone dwellings that are remarkable examples of drywall constructions offering a prehistoric building technique whic is still in use in Apulia. All around you there is an explosion of colour, olive trees and ancient farmhouses. Back to the mysterious land of Basilicata, a slow ride from the rolling hills of the Bradano Valley, to the natural oasis of San Giuliano Lake and back to Matera. The South of Italy’s natural beauty, ancient culture, deeply-rooted local traditions, genuine Mediterranean food and above all the warmth and hospitality of its people, will capture you and leave you with an unforgettable feeling.
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Sassi & Trulli ::· Tour Description
| Day | |
| 1 |
Arrival in Matera and transfer to your Hotel. Afternoon: guided tour around the Sassi - a UNESCO world heritage site since 1993- with its small streets and squares, caves, rock churches and cellars. Two districts built from the Medieval age through to the last century. We suggest you have dinner at one of the Sassi’s typical restaurants. Overnight stay. |
| 2 |
Matera - Alberobello - about 64 kms Distribution of bicycles, briefing and departure for Alberobello. You will pass through the small villages of Gioia del Colle and Noci and on to Alberobello, the capital town of Trulloes and a UNESCO's world heritage site. Accommodation in the historical centre in a Trullo dating from 1600. Visit of the city and overnight stay |
| 3 |
Alberobello, Cisternino and Locorotondo - about 45 kms Departure in the direction of the Itria Valley, a karstic depression filled with thousands of olive trees. You will pass through Cisternino, one of the whitesashed villages in the valley. Back to Alberobello and overnight stay in your trullo. |
| 4 |
The Ravines land - about 69 kms Heading South into the Taranto province, you will cycle along quiet roads and among vineyards. You will pass through the Land of the Ravines and the villages of Mottola and Palagianello. The Ravines are deep precipices, often more than 100 m. deep, similar to canyons. Overnight stay at a holiday farm near the Ionian Sea. |
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Metapontum and Fruit Gardens - about 55 kms |
| 6 |
REST DAY |
| 7 |
Back to Matera - about 25 kms |
| 8 |
Breakfast and end of the services |
| Euro | |
| SELF GUIDED "CLASSIC" TOUR |
650,00 |
What's included:
What's excluded: |
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| Single Supplement | 140,00 |
| Half Board Supplement· (7 dinners, excluded drinks) | 150,00 |
| Hybrid Bike Rental rental with 24/27 speed - Shimano Deore gear equipped with rear pack frames and side bags | 75,00 |
| Optional services |
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| Transfer from Bari Airport to Matera (2 participants min.) | 35,00 |
| Transfer from Matera to Bari Airport (2 participants min.) | 35,00 |
| Self Guided COMFORT TOUR 4* accommodation (same services). |
766,00 |
| Euro | |
| All inclusive COMFORT Group Tour Rates per person based on 8 participants staying in a double rooms |
1.150,00 |
What's Included:
What's Excluded: Medical /Lugagge Insurance, cycling guide, drinks at dinners, entrance fee, tips, personal extras, everything else whic does not come under the heading "Included Services" |
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| Cycling guide supplement: | 165,00 |
| Single Room supplement |
185,00 |
Tour Info·· ↑top
| Charateristics |
6 days by bicycle on hilly terrain and easy to moderate difficulty |
| Total Length |
about 300 kms |
| Legs | from 40 to 65 km to be done in 4 – 8 hrs within the day |
| Terrain | Panoramic, Hilly |
| Climates | hot Summer, pleasant Spring and Fall |
| Meals | breakfast every day |
| Nights | 7 |
| Dates |
Self guided: any day (Spring and Fall) |
| Accommodation | 3* Hotel/ Farm Holidays (4* for COMFORT tour) |
| Closest Airport |
Bari (54 km from Matera) |
