Blue Waves - Monopoli & Naples
Monopoli & Naples itinerary
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
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8 days/7 night
Availability: from May to Sept 20
Starting date: Monday
Choosing this itinerary will travel among the waves of the sea, guided by the music of Domenico Modugno in Polignano a Mare, you will visit the UNESCO heritage town of Alberobello and then splash among the water of the Gulf of Naples up to the Amalfi Coast.
You will also taste some typical dishes from the cuisine of the two regions you will visit: Apuglia and Campania
Suggested travel schedule
a quick summary day per day of the travel plan we designed for you
Suggested travel schedule
a quick summary day per day of the travel plan we designed for you
Welcome to Italy! At your arrival at Bari or Brindisi airport, meet your driver for a private transfer to reach your hotel in Monopoli.
Accommodation and relax.
After your check-in and some time to take a break after your flight, meet your assistant for a briefing to show to you the itinerary and have a welcome dinner in Monopoli.
Then return to your hotel and overnight in Monopoli.
Meet your driver and guide at the hotel lobby for a private transfer to the heart of Monopoli and start with your guided tour.
Monopoli is defined as the city of a hundred districts. Of great charm is the old town, founded on a fortified Messapian settlement of the fifth century. b.C., over the centuries suffered a countless changes. Its oldest nucleus dates back to the Middle Ages, characterized by narrow and winding alleys that suddenly open onto small squares, surrounded by ancient houses.
The fulcrum of the old city is represented by the port, a deep natural inlet that guaranteed welcome and shelter to those who came from all over the world, first Greeks and Romans, then Venetians, Amalfitans and finally the Spanish.
During the walking tour you will see the small castle located in a nice square. The houses and small buildings are charming. Walk under an archway which opens onto the sea and a long promenade along the harbour. This castle is very unique, and the best part is the view of the blue sea of Monopoli, with the characteristic surroundings and the fishing port. Then admire the splendid Baroque cathedral dedicated to the Madonna della Madia, protector of the city. It looks small but it is actually huge and it contains fine ornaments inside, elaborately decorated with gold and various kinds of colored marble. It contains several side altars, all of them magnificent.
It is difficult to imagine a more beautiful city: alleys, arches, spiers, a fort, ancient walls, light coming from many directions, a beach with crystal clear water.
After your guided tour of Monopoli, continue with a guided tour of Polignano a Mare.
Ready to be enchanted by the charm of this little jewel on the Apulian coast? Let’s go!
Today you will start next to Domenico Modugno’s statue to kick off the guided tour of Polignano Mare.
Afterwards, we will enter the historic center walking through the pretty squares and quiet streets, with our gaze lost between the terraces overlooking the sea and the typical white houses full of flower pots. All suspended in a relaxed, simply entrancing atmosphere!
We will also stop in front of emblematic buildings to tell you their most curious facts, such as those of the church of Purgatorio or the church of Santa Maria Assunta.
Before the guided tour comes to an end, you will once again be enchanted by the charm of this locality as you contemplate the impervious and suggestive cliffs of Polignano a Mare from panoramic points such as the Lama Monachile bridge. The perfect place to take a souvenir photo!
With eyes still filled with the blue of the Adriatic and postcard landscapes, we will say goodbye.
After this full day excursion, return to your hotel by private transfer.
Overnight in Monopoli.
Meet your driver at the hotel lobby for a private transfer to Alberobello.
There you will meet your guide for a private tour.
The main tourist attraction of Alberobello are the trulli, magical houses that you can also visit inside with this guided tour and our tour guide.
With this guided tour of Alberobello you will discover the hidden curiosities of the famous city of trulli, singular peasant constructions built with dry stone walls and culminating with a cone-shaped dome. You will get to know the Aia Piccola district and the Church of Sant’Antonio up close.
After your guided tour, treat yourself with an Apulian lunch in Alberobello.
You will end your day, in a special vineyard where you will have an aperitif.
The experience in the vineyard is a wonderful occasion to have an aperitif surrounded by a unique microclimate, enjoying the retro beauty created by our design pieces.
Overlooking the Adriatic Sea, it is possible to taste the seasonal delicacies prepared by our chef at the table, sipping a Susumaniello red wine, produced on site, and signature cocktails from the Botanical Bar of the Farm.
You will truly feel embraced by the authentic taste of Puglia. The Aperitif in the Vineyard experience includes an ad hoc set-up and 10 gourmet finger foods created by the chef of the Masseria.
At the end of your experience, return to your hotel by private transfer.
Meet your driver in the hotel lobby in Monopoli and transfer to Bari Centrale station.
1st class train from Rome to Caserta station. On arriving at Napoli station, meet your assistant that help you to reach your driver for a private transfer to your Hotel in Napoli.
After your check-in and some time to take a break after your trip, meet your assistant for a welcome dinner in Napoli with the typical pizza.
Then return to your hotel and overnight in Napoli.
Meet your driver and guide in the hotel lobby in Naples and transfer to the Napoli city center to start your guided tour.
Naples is an open-air museum, it has a rich heritage of art, music, literature and theatre. The city of contradictions, which reveals itself to the eyes of those who know how to read its ancient history through the urban fabric, between the walls, the streets, the churches, the statues and, last but not least, the colors and smells of the characteristic alleys suspended in the time.
Ancient Naples, a fascinating guided tour of the historic center of Naples where myth and legend mix starting from the birth of the city itself, linked to the memory of the Parthenope Mermaid. You will cross twenty centuries of history traveling through the heart of the ancient center of the city, with the famous Spaccanapoli street, the pulsating artery of Ancient Naples.
The historic center of Naples bears witness to the historical-artistic evolution of the city, from its first settlement in the Greek era to the Baroque city. Streets, squares, churches and all monuments constitute a treasure chest of exceptional artistic and historical treasures. During the guided tour, in the ancient centre, we will be able to discover, rediscover and visit centuries-old places such as the Church of Gesù Nuovo, the Monastic Complex of Santa Chiara and the famous Sansevero Chapel, guardian of the Veiled Christ, (closed on Tuesdays, entry is expected, except queue for entry less than 30 minutes). The area of the Neapolitan nativity scene of San Gregorio Armeno will also be the subject of our guided tour, without forgetting the Cathedral, guardian, in the Treasure Chapel, of the ampoule with the blood of San Gennaro.
During your visit you will taste the typical Neapolitan pastry: the Sfogliatella. The shell-shaped pastriy is traditionally filled with ricotta cheese and topped with fruit, creating a sweet snack for any time of day.
At the end of your guided tour, private transfer to your Hotel.
The afternoon will be at your leisure.
Overnight in Naples.
Meet your driver and guide at the hotel lobby to begin a wonderful personalized historical and tasteful experience towards the Greek Temples of Paestum.
Paestum was a large ancient Greek city on the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea in Magna Graecia. The ruins of Paestum are notable for their three ancient Greek temples which are in an excellent state of preservation. Today the remains of the city are located in the modern hamlet of the same name, which is part of the municipality of Capaccio in the province of Salerno, in Campania, Italy.
The name “Paestum” derives from Poseidonia (name given by the Greeks in honor of Poseidon) and the archaeological site was declared a World Heritage Site in 1998.
Among the main Hellenic architectural constructions, you can admire the Temple of Hera, the Temple of Poseidon and the Temple of Athena (today it is still in excellent condition). The amphitheatre, forum and gymnasium were built during the Roman period and today their ruins are still visible.
After visiting the archaeological park, the tour continues with a visit to one of the typical farms in the area.
Buffalo mozzarella is a mozzarella made from the milk of domestic Italian buffalo. It is a product traditionally produced in Campania, in particular in the provinces of Caserta. The term mozzarella comes from the procedure called mozzatura which means “cutting by hand”, separating from the curd and serving in individual pieces, i.e. the process of separating the curd into small balls.
After this full day excursion, return to your hotel.
Overnight in Naples.
Meet your driver-guide in your hotel in Napoli and start your tour of the Amalfi Coast. Positano, an exclusive town is a vision of beauty, with its dazzling views and pretty colored villas cascading toward the sparkling waters of the Mediterranean. Explore the glamour of Positano’s many smart shops, boutiques and restaurants or enjoy a romantic stroll along the beach and you will understand why this Jewel continues to sparkle. Amalfi is the main town of the coast now included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Once a Maritime Power still maintains its Medieval atmosphere. Not far from Amalfi, there’s Ravello, a town that has been historically a destination for artists, musicians, and writers, including Richard Wagner who composed some operas here.
After a full day excursion, return to your hotel in Naples.
Overnight in Naples.
Meet your driver at the hotel lobby for a private transfer to Napoli Airport.
Hotel 4 ⭐️ options (or equivalent)
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Monopoli
Torre Cintola - Ih Hotels Monopoli Porto Giardino - Palazzo Indelli
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Naples
Una Hotels Napoli - Starhotels Terminus - NH Napoli Panorama
Land services (incluDED)
- Accommodation as per Hotel Table
- Daily breakfast
- Arrival and departure private transfers
- Private transfer from Monopoli to Polignano a Mare
- Private transfer from Polignano a Mare to Monopoli
- 8hrs - FD car disposal from Monopoli to Alberobello with Vineyard Experience in Masseria
- Private transfer from Monopoli to Bari Centrale station
- Private transfer from Caserta station to Hotel in Naples
- Private transfer from Hotel in Naples to Naples city center
- Private transfer from Naples city center to Hotel in Naples
- 8hrs - FD Amalfi driver-guide from/to Naples
- 8hrs - FD Paestum driver-guide & Mozzarella di Bufala tasting from/to Naples
Experiences (included)
APULIA
- Welcome dinner in Monopoli (drinks included)
- Lunch in Alberobello (drinks included)
- Vineyard experience in Masseria (1 drink per person included)
CAMPANIA
- Welcome dinner in Naples (drinks included)
- Sfogliatella tasting
- Mozzarella di Bufala tasting
GUIDED TOURS & ASSISTANCES (INCLUDED)
- 2hrs - Assistance upon arrival with briefing in Hotel in Monopoli
- 2hrs - HD guided tour of Monopoli
- 2hrs - HD guided tour of Polignano a Mare
- 2hrs - HD guided tour of Alberobello
- 1h - Assistance upon arrival at Caserta station
- 2hrs - Assistance upon arrival in Hotel in Naples
- 3h30 - HD guided tour of Naples with San Severo Chapel entrance fees
TRAIN TICKETS (INCLUDED)
- High-speed train 1st class train ticket from Bari Centrale station to Caserta station
Not included
- Everything not mentioned under “INCLUDED”
- Arrival and departure transfers
- Drinks not mentioned in the lunch and experiences and aperitifs
- Tips
- City taxes are not included and must be paid directly in the hotel upon arrival in €
Welcome to Italy! At your arrival at Bari or Brindisi airport, meet your driver for a private transfer to reach your hotel in Monopoli.
Accommodation and relax.
After your check-in and some time to take a break after your flight, meet your assistant for a briefing to show to you the itinerary and have a welcome dinner in Monopoli.
Then return to your hotel and overnight in Monopoli.
Meet your driver and guide at the hotel lobby for a private transfer to the heart of Monopoli and start with your guided tour.
Monopoli is defined as the city of a hundred districts. Of great charm is the old town, founded on a fortified Messapian settlement of the fifth century. b.C., over the centuries suffered a countless changes. Its oldest nucleus dates back to the Middle Ages, characterized by narrow and winding alleys that suddenly open onto small squares, surrounded by ancient houses.
The fulcrum of the old city is represented by the port, a deep natural inlet that guaranteed welcome and shelter to those who came from all over the world, first Greeks and Romans, then Venetians, Amalfitans and finally the Spanish.
During the walking tour you will see the small castle located in a nice square. The houses and small buildings are charming. Walk under an archway which opens onto the sea and a long promenade along the harbour. This castle is very unique, and the best part is the view of the blue sea of Monopoli, with the characteristic surroundings and the fishing port. Then admire the splendid Baroque cathedral dedicated to the Madonna della Madia, protector of the city. It looks small but it is actually huge and it contains fine ornaments inside, elaborately decorated with gold and various kinds of colored marble. It contains several side altars, all of them magnificent.
It is difficult to imagine a more beautiful city: alleys, arches, spiers, a fort, ancient walls, light coming from many directions, a beach with crystal clear water.
After your guided tour of Monopoli, continue with a guided tour of Polignano a Mare.
Ready to be enchanted by the charm of this little jewel on the Apulian coast? Let’s go!
Today you will start next to Domenico Modugno’s statue to kick off the guided tour of Polignano Mare.
Afterwards, we will enter the historic center walking through the pretty squares and quiet streets, with our gaze lost between the terraces overlooking the sea and the typical white houses full of flower pots. All suspended in a relaxed, simply entrancing atmosphere!
We will also stop in front of emblematic buildings to tell you their most curious facts, such as those of the church of Purgatorio or the church of Santa Maria Assunta.
Before the guided tour comes to an end, you will once again be enchanted by the charm of this locality as you contemplate the impervious and suggestive cliffs of Polignano a Mare from panoramic points such as the Lama Monachile bridge. The perfect place to take a souvenir photo!
With eyes still filled with the blue of the Adriatic and postcard landscapes, we will say goodbye.
After this full day excursion, return to your hotel by private transfer.
Overnight in Monopoli.
Meet your driver at the hotel lobby for a private transfer to Alberobello.
There you will meet your guide for a private tour.
The main tourist attraction of Alberobello are the trulli, magical houses that you can also visit inside with this guided tour and our tour guide.
With this guided tour of Alberobello you will discover the hidden curiosities of the famous city of trulli, singular peasant constructions built with dry stone walls and culminating with a cone-shaped dome. You will get to know the Aia Piccola district and the Church of Sant’Antonio up close.
After your guided tour, treat yourself with an Apulian lunch in Alberobello.
You will end your day, in a special vineyard where you will have an aperitif.
The experience in the vineyard is a wonderful occasion to have an aperitif surrounded by a unique microclimate, enjoying the retro beauty created by our design pieces.
Overlooking the Adriatic Sea, it is possible to taste the seasonal delicacies prepared by our chef at the table, sipping a Susumaniello red wine, produced on site, and signature cocktails from the Botanical Bar of the Farm.
You will truly feel embraced by the authentic taste of Puglia. The Aperitif in the Vineyard experience includes an ad hoc set-up and 10 gourmet finger foods created by the chef of the Masseria.
At the end of your experience, return to your hotel by private transfer.
Meet your driver in the hotel lobby in Monopoli and transfer to Bari Centrale station.
1st class train from Rome to Caserta station. On arriving at Napoli station, meet your assistant that help you to reach your driver for a private transfer to your Hotel in Napoli.
After your check-in and some time to take a break after your trip, meet your assistant for a welcome dinner in Napoli with the typical pizza.
Then return to your hotel and overnight in Napoli.
Meet your driver and guide in the hotel lobby in Napoli and transfer to the Napoli city center to start your guided tour.
Naples is an open-air museum, it has a rich heritage of art, music, literature and theatre. The city of contradictions, which reveals itself to the eyes of those who know how to read its ancient history through the urban fabric, between the walls, the streets, the churches, the statues and, last but not least, the colors and smells of the characteristic alleys suspended in the time.
Ancient Naples, a fascinating guided tour of the historic center of Naples where myth and legend mix starting from the birth of the city itself, linked to the memory of the Parthenope Mermaid. You will cross twenty centuries of history traveling through the heart of the ancient center of the city, with the famous Spaccanapoli street, the pulsating artery of Ancient Naples.
The historic center of Naples bears witness to the historical-artistic evolution of the city, from its first settlement in the Greek era to the Baroque city. Streets, squares, churches and all monuments constitute a treasure chest of exceptional artistic and historical treasures. During the guided tour, in the ancient centre, we will be able to discover, rediscover and visit centuries-old places such as the Church of Gesù Nuovo, the Monastic Complex of Santa Chiara and the famous Sansevero Chapel, guardian of the Veiled Christ, (closed on Tuesdays, entry is expected, except queue for entry less than 30 minutes). The area of the Neapolitan nativity scene of San Gregorio Armeno will also be the subject of our guided tour, without forgetting the Cathedral, guardian, in the Treasure Chapel, of the ampoule with the blood of San Gennaro.
During your visit you will taste the typical Neapolitan pastry: the Sfogliatella. The shell-shaped pastriy is traditionally filled with ricotta cheese and topped with fruit, creating a sweet snack for any time of day.
At the end of your guided tour, private transfer to your Hotel.
The afternoon will be at your leisure.
Overnight in Naples.
Meet your driver and guide at the hotel lobby to begin a wonderful personalized historical and tasteful experience towards the Greek Temples of Paestum.
Paestum was a large ancient Greek city on the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea in Magna Graecia. The ruins of Paestum are notable for their three ancient Greek temples which are in an excellent state of preservation. Today the remains of the city are located in the modern hamlet of the same name, which is part of the municipality of Capaccio in the province of Salerno, in Campania, Italy.
The name “Paestum” derives from Poseidonia (name given by the Greeks in honor of Poseidon) and the archaeological site was declared a World Heritage Site in 1998.
Among the main Hellenic architectural constructions, you can admire the Temple of Hera, the Temple of Poseidon and the Temple of Athena (today it is still in excellent condition). The amphitheatre, forum and gymnasium were built during the Roman period and today their ruins are still visible.
After visiting the archaeological park, the tour continues with a visit to one of the typical farms in the area.
Buffalo mozzarella is a mozzarella made from the milk of domestic Italian buffalo. It is a product traditionally produced in Campania, in particular in the provinces of Caserta. The term mozzarella comes from the procedure called mozzatura which means “cutting by hand”, separating from the curd and serving in individual pieces, i.e. the process of separating the curd into small balls.
After this full day excursion, return to your hotel.
Overnight in Naples.
Meet your driver-guide in your hotel in Napoli and start your tour of the Amalfi Coast. Positano, an exclusive town is a vision of beauty, with its dazzling views and pretty colored villas cascading toward the sparkling waters of the Mediterranean. Explore the glamour of Positano’s many smart shops, boutiques and restaurants or enjoy a romantic stroll along the beach and you will understand why this Jewel continues to sparkle. Amalfi is the main town of the coast now included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Once a Maritime Power still maintains its Medieval atmosphere. Not far from Amalfi, there’s Ravello, a town that has been historically a destination for artists, musicians, and writers, including Richard Wagner who composed some operas here.
After a full day excursion, return to your hotel in Napoli.
Overnight in Naples.
Meet your driver at the hotel lobby for a private transfer to Napoli Airport.
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