TAILOR-MADE TOURS IN PUGLIA

DO YOU WANT TO TRAVEL AND DISCOVER WARM SOUTHERN ITALY? 

 Puglia…the heel of the Italian boot is what you are looking for!

Trinakria Tours has decided to design tailor-made tours to Puglia, an Italian region that is still not well known and very rich in attractions. A trip to Puglia is to discover a very authentic Southern Italy, full of archaeology, cities packed with art, excellent gastronomy and a stunning coastline.

The South of Italy and Puglia above all still preserve locations that remain intact, as well as a population that is unique in the Mediterranean. Here you will feel like one more local!!

Places like Alberobello with its bewitching Trulli, towns like Otranto with its white houses and beaches like Maldive del Salento, Punta Prosciutto or Baia dei Turchi are just the beginning of a trip to the most unexplored Puglia for the traveler, who returns fascinated after getting to know the Apulian heel of the Italian boot.

WHY TRAVEL WITH US TO PUGLIA?

Puglia is a long region, and its character changes considerably from north to south. A balanced itinerary might connect the white towns of the Valle d’Itria with the Baroque architecture of Lecce, the villages of Salento and stretches of both the Adriatic and Ionian coasts. We organise the route so that these places can be enjoyed without changing accommodation every night or spending too much time on the road.

Our private tours of Puglia are tailor-made fly-drive journeys combining selected accommodation, a hire car and a route adapted to your interests. Visits to olive mills, wineries, farms and local food producers can be included, together with private guided visits, cooking experiences, walks and time by the sea.

We select masserie, converted trulli, small hotels and family-run B&Bs for their setting, atmosphere and relationship with the surrounding area. The tours presented on this page are starting points, which we adapt to your travel dates, preferred pace and choice of accommodation.

Tell us what you would like to discover in Puglia and we will prepare a personalised proposal.

Discover what our travellers think…

We have just returned from a wonderful vacation booked with you, where everything was perfect. Later on, if you’re interested, I can send you another email with more details about the places we visited. In short, EVERYTHING WAS PERFECT… the people, the landscapes, the food, the beaches, the nature… The only minor issue, which was no one’s fault, was the EXCESSIVE HEAT we endured, but we did our best to cope with it. Overall, a 9-10 vacation!

5
Ricardo
Ourense

I wanted to thank you for your great availability and excellent service: our vacation was fantastic. We loved the accommodations, and although they were very different from each other, both seemed wonderful to us.
We also want to highlight the kindness of the ladies at Muto di Gallura—so charming and warm. We bothered them quite a bit, making full use of their facilities, yet we were always greeted with a big smile and kind words.
Additionally, we loved the agriturismo, the surroundings, and, above all, the amazing meals and dinners.
We can’t wait to book another vacation with you! We just hope we can find a way to visit Sicily next year.

5
Isabel
Barcelona

Hello!!! Your interest in the outcome of our bespoke journey speaks volumes about your way of working. Sardinia truly lived up to our desires and expectations. Visiting this fantastic island away from the beaten path of tourists and getting away from the typical “canned and standard” vacation… has been a real pleasure.

4.5
Modesto B
Valencia

Writers such as Gabriele D’Annunzio, Giuseppe Ungaretti, Ibn Kemal, Italo Calvino and Quasimodo have written kind words about their time in Puglia, where directors such as Pier Paolo Pasolini also knew how to appreciate its benefits during their trip.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT KIND OF TAILOR-MADE JOURNEYS DO YOU OFFER? +

Our private tours are tailor-made journeys created exclusively for you and the people travelling with you. They are not group departures and do not follow a fixed programme.

Most of our travellers choose a self-drive journey: you travel independently in a hire car, following a route designed around your interests, your pace and the time you have available. Flights are booked separately, while we arrange the accommodation, car hire and other services included in your proposal.

Where it adds value, we can include private local guides, transfers, wine tastings, cooking classes and other experiences. A private guide does not normally accompany you throughout the journey unless this has been specifically requested and included.

The itineraries shown on our website are starting points. Every journey is adapted to the traveller, drawing on our first-hand knowledge of Sicily, Sardinia, Puglia, Tuscany and Greece.

ARE YOUR TRIPS FULLY TAILOR-MADE OR BASED ON STANDARD ITINERARIES? +

All our journeys are fully tailor-made.

We don’t work with fixed programmes or pre-designed packages. Every itinerary is created from scratch, based on your travel style, your interests and the time you have available.

Of course, our experience allows us to suggest routes and ideas that have proven to work well, but these are always adapted and refined for each traveller. No two journeys are exactly the same.

This approach gives you the flexibility to shape the trip around what matters most to you — whether that means a slower pace, specific locations, particular types of accommodation or selected experiences along the way.

In the end, the goal is not to fit you into an itinerary, but to design an itinerary that fits you.

WHAT TYPE OF ACCOMMODATIONS DO YOU WORK WITH? +

We primarily work with boutique hotels, small historic properties and charming independent stays.

These are places with a strong sense of identity — where architecture, atmosphere and local hospitality reflect the character of the destination. Rather than large resorts or standardised hotels, we look for accommodations that feel authentic, personal and connected to their surroundings.

Depending on the journey, this can include countryside estates, agriturismi, coastal hideaways or small town hotels, always selected for their quality, location and overall experience.

Our goal is not simply to provide a place to stay, but to ensure that each accommodation becomes a natural and meaningful part of the journey.

HOW DOES THE BOOKING PROCESS WORK? +

The planning and booking process is straightforward, with our team supporting you at every stage.

It usually starts with a first contact, where we learn about your travel plans, preferences and timing. Based on this, we prepare a tailor-made proposal, including a suggested route, selected accommodations and any experiences you may wish to include.

Once the proposal is ready, you will receive it in a digital itinerary format, accessible through a private link. This allows you to explore your journey in a clear and structured way — including the route, accommodations, experiences and practical details — all in one place, at your own pace.

You can review the proposal and we refine it together until everything feels right — in terms of itinerary, style and overall experience. When you are ready to proceed, you can confirm the trip by completing a short booking form directly within the itinerary.

Once confirmed, we take care of all the arrangements. Before departure, you will receive all the necessary documents and practical information for your trip.

Throughout the process, you are supported by one dedicated team, ensuring clarity, continuity and a smooth experience from start to finish.

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE CAR RENTAL AND INSURANCE? +

Our car rentals are designed to offer maximum peace of mind and simplicity.

They typically include comprehensive insurance with no excess, so you can travel without worrying about unexpected costs in case of damage. We also include practical elements such as an additional driver and clear, straightforward conditions whenever possible.

Our aim is to avoid the complexity often associated with car rentals, ensuring that everything is easy to understand, well covered and adapted to the journey.

Full details are always provided in your travel documents, so you know exactly what is included before you travel.

WHAT ARE YOUR PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION CONDITIONS? +

Our booking conditions are designed to be clear, transparent and fair.

Once your journey is confirmed, we typically require a deposit to secure the arrangements, with the balance due closer to the departure date. The exact details are always shared with you in advance, so you know exactly what to expect at each stage.

In terms of cancellations, conditions may vary depending on the services included in your itinerary, as many of the accommodations and providers we work with have their own policies.

For this reason, we always explain the applicable terms clearly before confirmation, so you can make your decision with full confidence

We also recommend considering travel insurance, which can provide additional protection in case of unforeseen changes.

DO YOU PROVIDE TRAVEL INSURANCE? +

Yes — we can include travel insurance in your trip if you wish.

We usually offer comprehensive policies covering both medical assistance and cancellation, tailored to the type of journey you are planning.

We work with trusted providers such as AXA, and occasionally others, selecting options that offer a good balance of coverage, flexibility and price.

As with any insurance, it is important to review the policy conditions carefully, as specific terms and exclusions may apply. We will always provide you with the full details in advance so you can choose the option that best suits your needs.

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