The Bikes
On this trip, you can choose between a customized hybrid with flat bars or a road bike with drop bars. We also equip you with a handlebar bag, helmet and water bottle. See Equipment Details
- Type
Private
XSmall Group
The right number of like-minded travellers to make new friends.
Private
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Tailored to your interests, a bespoke travel experience.
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Self-Guided
XSelf-Guided
Combines the hallmarks of any B&R itinerary (excellent hotels and beautiful routes) with the freedom of pacing each day exactly the way you like.
Daytime Guided
Throughout the day, a knowledgeable local guide provides insider access and expert tips. At night, you can explore and dine on your own.
24/7 Guided
Our B&R guides are with you throughout, anticipating needs, translating languages, providing advice and—above all—facilitating fun.
- Difficulty Level
Level 2
XLevel 1: Occasional
Biking – 40-50 km (25-30 mi.) a day over relatively flat terrain with a few small hills—all very manageable for people trying their first biking trip.
Walking – 6-10 km (4-6 mi.) a day on country lanes, footpaths and coastal or forest trails, all on relatively flat terrain, perhaps with an occasional hill.
Level 2: Recreational
Biking – 40-50 km (25-30 mi.) a day over terrain that’s relatively flat but will include inclines and the occasional climb or two.
Walking – 8-12 km (5-7 mi.) a day over relatively flat terrain, with occasional steeper climbs.
Level 3: Enthusiast
Biking – 40-50 km (25-30 mi.) a day in gently rolling countryside, with occasional longer climbs to points that are well worth the effort.
Walking – 11-15 km (7-10 mi.) a day over rolling terrain on a variety of surfaces. Most days, one or two steeper climbs to spectacular viewpoints or places of interest.
Level 4: Avid
Biking – Roughly 50 km (30 mi.) a day in consistently rolling countryside, with repeated climbs and longer options available.
Walking – 11-15 km (7-10 mi.) over terrain that varies between rolling and hilly, with a few steeper climbs.
Level 5: Expert
Biking – 50-60 km (30-45 mi.) a day over both level and tougher, hillier terrain with multiple 100 km (62 mi.) options. The routes are designed for avid cyclists and include plenty of chances to push yourself.
Walking – 11-15 km (7-10 mi.) a day over fairly hilly terrain offering lots of challenges. Routes are along high meadow paths and/or well-maintained cliffside or alpine trails, with a few steep ascents to make you feel invigorated.
See Puglia at your pace
Vineyards, grottos, and whitewashed villages set against the Adriatic: myriad landscapes await you in Puglia, the historic hunting grounds of marauding royalty and occupying forces (who clearly come for the nosh). Carnivores, get ready to swoon for pampanella: ribs, Puglia-style.
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Welcome to Matera! Unwind in your cave hotel with sprawling views in the heart of the sassi. Early evening, meet with a local guide who will lead you through the two main quarters of Matera, Sasso Barisano and Sasso Caveoso.
Hop on your bikes for a loop ride into the countryside of Basilicata, with sweeping views of wheat fields, vineyards and hillsides dotted with small farmhouses. Arrive in Laterza, a town known for its bread and ceramics.
Head to Alberobello and meet with a local guide who will explain the origins of the town's distinct homes known as trulli. You may want to lunch here, or hop on your bikes and stop along the coast for fresh seafood and a dip in the sea.
From Monopoli, loop through the countryside to the hilltop town of Conversano then on to Polignano a Mare, a charming little hamlet perched on a limestone cliff along the Adriatic. For avid riders, there is the possibility to add some miles to today's ride.
Today you have two biking options: a flat leisurely ride along the ancient via Traiana or a more challenging option across the hills of the Itria Valley. Both culminate in the white-washed village of Ostuni for lunch before heading to Lecce for an evening tour.
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Hotels
Sextantio, Matera
The Sextantio Le Grotte della Civita is situated in the historical heart of Matera and the oldest part of the Sassi quarters facing the spectacular Murgia park. It comprises 18 minimalistic “cave” rooms and an ancient church, all renovated to retain their original shapes and features in full respect of the local heritage. Heated floors and Philippe Starck bathtubs as well as wifi, ensure a comfortable stay.
Don Ferrante, Monopoli
Don Ferrante is a boutique hotel centrally set in the heart of Monopoli’s old town. Once an ancient fortress on the reef, now, an elegantly furnished retreat. The stunning view of the Mediterranean Sea makes for a magical start to your day and perfect position to enjoy an aperitivo at sunset.
La Fiermontina, Lecce
A rare 17th century house elegantly restored within the ancient stone walls of Lecce's Baroque center, this boutique hotel is a luxurious private retreat. Olive trees surround the swimming pool in the sculpture garden and the delicious on-site restaurant offers a delightfully modern take on traditional Pugliese cuisine.
We chose Puglia for all the reasons B&R promoted it--the biking, the food and wine, the hospitality of the people, the fascinating culture, and history; the experience exceeded our expectations in every way.
— Peggy Mandel
Cycling must be the most rewarding way to see Italy. The mix of fresh air, exercise, decadent meals and breathtaking countryside is unbeatable.
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Level 2
This trip is rated Recreational. Daily biking distances usually vary from 35 to 50km (19 to 31 mi.), with options on some days as far as 66 km (40 mi.). The terrain is generally flat, with a few hills along the way in the Ostuni area and along the coast. The difficulty of the ride often depends on which way the wind is blowing.
What’s included? Everything you need. Plus everything you’d
want. Plus a few things you never knew you wanted ‘til you got them.
In a word: everything. In ninety words? Signature B&R guides; local experts; unique, unforgettable biking and walking routes; private tours; authentic local cuisine; lessons and demonstrations; local artisanal wines; wine tastings; all victuals and libations; all the endorphins you can handle; new insight; interesting, fun and like-minded travel companions; a feeling of total freedom. In short: an extraordinary, hassle-free journey of discovery.
- 5 nights hotel accommodation (Deluxe room category in first hotel; Junior Suites in middle and final property)
- All breakfasts
- Set up and support in case of emergency by local representative (know that a local representative is never more than an hour away)
- Use of B&R bicycle and helmet, water bottle, front bar bag, lock, repair kit with two extra tubes per person and one small pump
- Wine tasting event
- Detailed maps, route suggestions and personalized travelogue with information for independent sightseeing and dining
- Transfer to Alberobello on Day 1
- Transfer to Serrano on Day 3
- Group pick up from Bari/Brindisi airport and group drop off at Brindisi airport on last day
- All baggage transportation
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Sometimes your B&R trip simply isn’t long enough! Extend your stay for the best vacation possible. If you wish to spend a few days in region either before or after your official B&R trip, and need assistance making those plans, your B&R Travel Advisor can help.
Call us to create an independent travel experience that fits your needs—we can also arrange for a local guide.
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Introducing Matera: European Capital of Culture 2019
Cycling the idyllic, sun-kissed heel of Italy’s boot
In Praise of Puglia (and Basilicata)
The Hidden Gems of Puglia
Hidden Treasures of Puglia’s Coast
In Deep: Puglia Off The Beaten Track
In Deep: A Brief History of Ostuni, “The White Pearl”
In Deep: A Brief History of Lecce, “The Florence of the South”
My Ride Through Puglia
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