Tour di Alberobello & Guida a Matera, from bari
Description
Welcome to our tour! We will begin with a warm welcome from our operators at check-in. The first stop will be Alberobello, famous for its trulli, small houses made of limestone built using dry stone techniques. With our brochure or interactive website (available in several languages), you can explore the village independently, making your visit smart and easy. The trulli and their conical roofs will surprise you with their unique history. You will also have free time for shopping and to savor local delicacies in the charming shops. After about an hour and twenty minutes of travel, we will arrive in Matera, where our guide Pasquale will reveal the secrets and history of the city, providing you with an engaging experience. The journey will be aboard a comfortable Gran Turismo bus, driven by an experienced driver, ensuring that every transfer is pleasant and relaxing. This tour will be an unforgettable experience for everyone! We look forward to sharing this adventure with you!
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Itinerary
Our first stop will be Alberobello, which you can explore in the three hours of free time at your disposal. Did you know that the trulli, the very famous brickwork buildings of the town, were declared a World Heritage Site in 1996? During our free visit to Alberobello you can visit the Basilica of San Cosma e Damiano or the Church of Sant'Antonio da Padova. Obviously, you cannot miss either the Siamese and Sovrano trulli or the neighborhoods of Rione Aia Piccola and Rione dei Monti.
we will continue the itinerary in the direction of the beautiful Polignano a Mare. Here, we will leave you three hours of free time to have lunch and let yourself be seduced by the irresistible charm of the location. Among the main points of interest in the area you will find the Monument to Domenico Modugno, an artist who made the history of Italian music.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(37)
The guide in Matera was very professional. As well as friendly and willing to help! An excellent experience!
Lorenzo was an excellent guide in Alberobello and Giuseppe in Matera was also very good. The itinerary was about right with plenty of time to hang out in cafes to rest from walking in the heat. There is a public toilet in the main square in Matera.
Tripp was not what was advertised Advertisement said brunch included There are no refreshments during the 8+ hour excursion
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear that the experience did not meet your expectations. We would like to clarify that refreshments are not included in this tour. If the booking platform indicated that brunch was included, this information does not originate from our official tour description. Our itinerary includes free time in each destination, during which guests have the opportunity to enjoy lunch or refreshments at their preferred café or restaurant. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and will verify how the tour is presented on the booking platform to avoid any misunderstanding for future guests. Kind regards, Apulia Smart Tour
Great day out and I would highly recommend! The only problem was that it wasn't long enough! I want to go back to Matera to fully visit it. I was interested in a tour of and experiencing Matera so I booked this. Alberobello was just a nice bonus add-on for me but it was still pretty. Alberobello was just some nice houses and very small, once you've seen it, then that's it. I wouldn't recommend purchasing a guided tour for Alberobello. Matera however is huge and totally worth it! I felt like I was stood on sacred ground. It is an ancient and very fascinating town. I recommend the guided tour. Our tour guide, Cosomo, was very knowledgeable and would answer any questions participants had. The coach was also a smooth ride. The air-conditioning functioned but wasn't the best but better than nothing. Enough leg room and comfortable seats.
Thank you for your detailed and thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear that you had a great day and that Matera left such a strong impression on you. Its unique history and atmosphere truly make it one of the most fascinating destinations in Italy. We're also pleased that you enjoyed the guided tour with Cosimo and found his knowledge and passion valuable throughout the visit. It's wonderful to know that you were comfortable during the journey and appreciated the overall experience. We hope to welcome you back soon for another visit to Matera—there is always more to discover in this extraordinary city! 😊
The experience was lovely. The bus was clean and comfortable. The drivers and guides were professional. The amount of time at each location was just right for a first time experience. It was a good value for the price.
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience and found the bus clean and comfortable. It's wonderful to know that our drivers and guides helped make your day enjoyable and that the time spent at each destination felt just right for a first visit. We're also pleased that you found the tour to be a good value. We hope to welcome you back to Puglia for another memorable experience soon! 😊
IT was not a tour, IT was only a transport for 55 eur (bus ticket would cost less then 10eur) we had to walk about 10 min just to reach the site.The guide was AI speaking in few languages in the bus. I felt betrayed and despaired. Avoid Smart Tours!
It was a well-organized excursion to very worth seeing goals, of which Matera made the greatest impression.
Good day tour of both wonderful towns. I would have loved more time in each town. Maybe spending one day on each place.
Overall tour was excellent. Driver Nico did an outstanding job, I felt secure and safe as we traveled. First stop in Alberobello was ok. I did the self guided tour and truthfully this is the reason I rated the tour a 4. Because we got there in the morning, I was done walking around before most food places were open. I ended up walking around aimlessly for over an hour. Suggest maybe less time or later departure. Matera was fantastic. Lot to see and the guide Pascal(?) was great. Be prepared to walk a lot, up and down hills.
Reception and punctuality at the departure.Bus , clean and quiet. Driver with "smooth" and safe driving. Beautiful Alberobello and Matera. The guide, Pasquale, engaging and friendly, responds flexibly to needs (eg urgent need for toilets, cafes, restaurants...) and any questions. A really nice organization, from the first contact on social to the final greeting. I highly recommend!
