Alberobello and Matera Tour by Bus with Hours of Free Time

An Alberobello and Matera tour works best when it leaves room to wander, and this one is built around that: roughly three hours in the first town, then almost four in the second, with a bus and a tour leader taking care of everything in between. Depending on the option, you start from Bari, Polignano a Mare or Monopoli, and staff greet the group at the meeting point with printed information on the places ahead.

Alberobello is the first stop. The trulli make it one of the symbols of Puglia, and it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There is time to walk through the historic districts, look into craft shops and take photos at your own pace.

Then the bus continues to Matera, among the most ancient cities anywhere. The Sassi, rock churches and lookout points all speak of a past that goes back millennia, and the long stay lets you cover them without hurrying.

• Tour leader speaking English, Spanish and Italian
• Air-conditioned gran turismo coach
• Printed information, digital maps and audio guides in five languages (online access needed)
• Assistance in person and remotely, around the clock

After Matera the group heads back to the drop-off points. Food, drinks and attraction tickets are not included. Check the option you select when booking, with or without a guide.