About this tour
Explore three distinct corners of Puglia in a single day: descend into Castellana's sprawling subterranean chambers—Italy's longest karst cave system and among Europe's finest—then wander Alberobello's trulli-dotted streets before finishing at Polignano a Mare, where whitewashed buildings cling to cliffs 30 metres above crystalline Adriatic waters. Six-and-a-half hours, small group, air-conditioned transport included.
Highlights
- Castellana Caves: Italy's longest underground karst system
- Stalactites, stalagmites, and cathedral-scale chambers
- Alberobello's distinctive cone-roofed trulli architecture
- Polignano a Mare's clifftop streets and turquoise sea
- Vertiginous coastal balconies 30 metres above water
- Award-winning swimming and snorkelling beach access
What to expect
Your guide collects you from Bari and drives the group into the Itria Valley. First stop: Castellana's entrance. You'll descend into cool, dimly lit passages lined with formations shaped over millennia—the cave system stretches kilometres. Allow time to acclimatise; wear trainers with grip. Back above ground, you'll have freedom to explore Alberobello's lanes and whitewashed trulli houses at your own pace. Final leg takes you to Polignano a Mare, where tight medieval alleys suddenly open onto narrow platforms overlooking the sea. Bring swimwear if you fancy a dip; the water is genuinely clear.
Good to know
Lunch not provided—bring snacks or eat in either village. The caves stay cool year-round; bring a light layer. Uneven ground throughout: sturdy shoes essential. Infants must sit on an adult's lap in the vehicle.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.