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Flight times: 

01^st Oct Dublin 15:05 – 19:35 Brindisi

08^th Oct Brindisi 20:00 – 22:35 Dublin

Excursion to Alberobello & Ostuni -2^nd Oct

Board the coach and head towards a traditional farmhouse or ‘Masseria’ and olive oil mill to taste its incredible produce. After the oil tasting, we will continue our journey to the beautiful town of Alberobello, famous for its unique, white, round buildings with conical roofs. The ‘trulli’ provide a fascinating insight into how farming families and communities once lived. A stroll through this UNESCO-recognized area is an unforgettable experience.
Finally, we will head to Ostuni, known as the ‘White City of Puglia,’ perched on a hilltop. Explore its maze of quaint, cobblestone streets lined with charming whitewashed houses adorned with flowers, and take in the stunning views. The centuries-old olive groves surrounding the town add to its rustic charm.

Excursion to Matera & Altamura – 3^rd Oct

Today, we will travel to Matera. The lesser-known area of Italy was declared a “must-see” European Capital of Culture for 2019. Its unique “sassi” caves were carved over time into the tufa limestone in which they are found. The layers of houses are astonishing and are now protected on the UNESCO world heritage list. The third longest continuously inhabited human settlement in the world, when you visit the sassi, it seems that you have been transported back to the ancient Holy Land which is why, perhaps, the area has often been used to depict biblical scenes for TV and film, including 'Passion of the Christ'.
Afterwards we will continue on to the town of Altamura, famous for a locally produced sourdough bread, Pane di Altamura. An ancient recipe, this is a delicious durum wheat based bread. For centuries in local agricultural society each family used to prepare a large dough of bread at home. They would then take it to a public oven or 'forno a legna' where it would cook with others made by families from the rest of the village.
We will board the bus once more to return to the hotel in time for your evening meal.

Excursion to Lecce & Otranto – 5^th Oct

Take take a tour to the beautiful city of Lecce where you will hear about the history of this 2,000 year old place and see some of its most important monuments and sites. You will see many examples of “Lecce stone”, a special limestone that is used by many artists in friezes, sculptures and cornices, due to its easily workable quality. This limestone is often used in the facades of the city, with Baroque architecture so jaw-dropping that it has earned the city the nickname of “The Florence of the South.”
The walking tour will lead you to the city’s ‘Piazza Oronzo’ with its remains of a Roman amphitheatre.
We will then take a break for lunch and afterwards make our way towards Otranto, a seaside town close to the easternmost point of Italy. The city is located where the Adriatic Sea connects to the Ionian Sea, separating Italy from Albania. Its position meant that the area endured many attacks throughout time, from the Greeks and Romans to the Ottomans and up to World War II. The fortified city’s castle stands at the entrance to the old city, which is a lively area with many charming shops and cafés.
After some exploration here, you will be returned to your hotel in time to enjoy your evening meal.

Excursion to Polignano & Locorotondo 7^th Oct

In the morning, we will visit a local cheese producer famous for the Puglian delicacy, Burrata. This delicious fresh cheese, with its soft consistency and outer “skin,” has a mouth-watering, oozy texture similar to mozzarella. After a demonstration of how this creamy cheese is made, you will have the opportunity to taste it, accompanied by other delicious local produce.
Next, we’ll head to Polignano a Mare, a town renowned for its white-washed streets, charming churches, Greek and Roman ruins, and crystal-clear waters. The town is also famous as the birthplace of Domenico Modugno, the singer of the iconic song “Volare.” Spend some time exploring this beautiful town before we continue our journey.
Finally, we will visit Locorotondo, a stunning town known for its characteristic white houses and narrow streets, offering a perfect conclusion to the day. After exploring, we will board the coach and return to the hotel for the evening.

Our price from €1400 per person based on two sharing includes: 

Return flights from Dublin

Checked in luggage

Return transfers

Guaranteed seats together

7nts in the Hotel Relais Porta Del Sud - Twin/Double Room on a half board basis

Extra: Travel Insurance & Localy resort fees

Alternative dates - available 3rd September

Contact us on 046 9068600 / 0818 333 990 or email: info@navantravel.ie

   Hotel Relais Porta Del Sud,

Porta del Sud is a relais with the suggestive architecture of the Apulian farmhouses with the comforts of modern hospitality equipped with 35 rooms, suites, restaurant, reception room, meeting room, swimming pool and a very fragrant green area.It is located in a park of olive trees and Mediterranean plants , fountains and water features, around which a stone square enhances the nature and the structure you discover.