Mezzogiorno: The Traditional South

 
Discover the treasures of southeast Italy on this off-the-beaten-track tour of Apulia. Far away from large tourist hotels you can enjoy the scenery and explore historical dwellings, such as the caves in Matera and an octogonal castle built by a medieval emperor.   6 1 5 4 3 2   13 days
USD 1,889.001
EUR 1,390.00

Recommended
travel period:
May – October


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1st day: Rome

Arrival in Rome    
 
Transfer to your hotel
Take a taxi or other public transportation to the city.
   
 
A downtown suite with views of St. Peter
A downtown suite with views of St. Peter

Accommodation: A hotel in the heart of Old Rome
This centuries-old building is located in the city centre, between the Spanish steps and the Via Veneto. Marco and Guilia, the enterprising proprietors who have roots in the hotel business, have completely restored the property and now offer modern, comfortable accommodation in a historical building. Marco can suggest the best sites to see - he is an accredited Rome tour guide. The building offers many practical conveniences. An elevator takes guests to the air-conditioned rooms on the three upper stories. The upstairs suites have a view extending over the roofs of the old city to the dome of St Peters. You're guaranteed a good night's rest here (a valuable commodity in Rome), as the guesthouse is next door to a convent!
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast
 
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3rd day: Sorrento

 
Rental car pick-up
Type: Fiat Grande Punto or similar
Pick-up location: Rome Downtown GPS

   
Duration of rental:
11 days
 
Mezzogiorno
Distance: 250 km Travel time: 3:30 h
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Unforgettable: The view from a casa in Positano
Unforgettable: The view from a casa in Positano

Accommodation: A 17th century villa
The historical villa is situated in upper Positano, high above the clear blue waters of the Amalfi Coast. All 20 rooms are well-equipped with an en-suite bathroom, private terrace with magnificent seaviews, telephone, air-conditioning and mini-bar. Guests can also soak up the Positano sun on two large panoramic-view terraces during the spring and summer seasons. During the winter months the hotel is fully heated. The hotel staff will gladly help organize excursions. Ferries leave for Capri and Napes every 60 minutes during the high season.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast
 
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5th day: Matera

 
Basilicata
Motorway: 250 km Travel time: 3:30 h
Via Appia: 300 km Travel time: 5:30 h
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Cave dwelling: A hotel in Matera
Cave dwelling: A hotel in Matera

Accommodation: A cave hotel
The hotel is the result of painstaking preservation and renovation of over 1,400 square metres, including cave dwellings, pathways, stairways and courtyards. It can accommodate up to 45 guests distributed among 16 historical dwellings.
Guests can enjoy the restaurant, which offers local specialities in a warm rustic atmosphere, two bars, furnished panoramic terraces, leisure halls and an art gallery.

The historical and architectural value of the hotel itself makes this an unforgettable cultural and recreational experience for all our guests.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast
 
  Matera  more info »
 

7th day: Otranto

 
To the heel of the boot
Distance: 220 km Travel time: 3:30 h
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Accommodtion: A former monestary near Otranto
The hotel is situated on the Salento plain only 2 km from the port city of Otranto with its splendid beaches. The historical property, which was originally a monastery, has been carefully restored and is now one of the most attractive guesthouses in the region. Each room has its own entrance to the garden and is equipped with a minibar, air conditioning and beach towels for a trip to the seaside. Guests can also swim in the hotel's own swimming pool.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast
 
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9th day: Castel del Monte

 
Along the shore of the Adriatic Sea
Distance: 250 km Travel time: 4:00 h
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Organic farm in a historical setting: An estate in Pulia
Organic farm in a historical setting: An estate in Pulia

Accommodation: A country estate in Apulia
The organic farm features olive trees, vineyards, almond orchards and cherry orchards. All produce is organically grown. The main building on the farm was built in the 19th century and was recently renovated with care taken to preserve the original structure. The hotel has nine guest rooms, each featuring an original fireplace. Solar panels heat the rooms and the water that supplies the bathrooms. The manor house with its forty chimneys, the surrounding round-roof houses (called "trulli"), and a cave close to the main house illustrate the long history of the people who have lived and worked at this enchanting place with its panoramic view. From the new swimming pool opened on the grounds in 2009 guests can relax and enjoy the views across the endless vistas of Apulia.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast
 
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11th day: Peschici

 
Monte S. Angelo
Distance: 150 km Travel time: 2:30 h
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Amid olive groves: A farm near Peschici
Amid olive groves: A farm near Peschici

A farmhouse near Peschici
The property featuring an ancient tower is located in an old olive grove with a panoramic view of the landscape leading to the sea. The beach is only a short walk away, or guests can use the hotel's private swimming pool.
   
2 nights
Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
 
  Gargano  more info »
 

13th day: Rome

 
Across the Abruzzi
Distance: 400 km Travel time: 5:00 h
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Rental car drop-off
Drop-off location: Rome, Airport

   
 
Departure    
 
 

Rental car: AVIS (Italy)

 

Type: Fiat Grande Punto or similar (Group B)

Equipment: Air-conditioning, ABS, radio
   
AVIS
 
 
 

Cost of this tour

 
    The price is per person based on two persons sharing a double room and includes accommodations (meals included as stated above) and rental car.

USD 1,889.001
EUR 1,390.00


Should you want to revise this itinerary, we can change any of the following items: the route, the number of persons travelling, the time schedule, the standard of accommodation and the type of vehicle, according to your wishes.

The tour can begin on any date desired.
Recommended travel period: May – October

Upon booking this tour you will receive:
the names, addresses and telephone numbers
for each accommodation
detailed directions to each accommodation
vouchers

Dr. Jerry CrippenIf you have any questions, would like to request changes or book this tour, please call your personal consultant Dr. Jerry Crippen on +49 (0)2268 9098-21 or submit an enquiry via the Internet:
 


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May – October
 
 
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