Alberobello, Monopoli & Polignano: Small Group Day Trip by Car

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Duration8h 30m

GroupUp to 60

Mobile ticketAccepted

Trulli houses, coastal towns and local stories in Puglia

You’ll taste fresh focaccia in Alberobello’s winding lanes, soak up sea breezes in Monopoli’s old port, and hear local stories over gelato in Polignano a Mare. With friendly drivers guiding you but never rushing you, this small group day trip lets you experience Puglia at your own pace — with plenty of time for wandering and quiet moments.

8h 30m

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Alberobello, Monopoli, and Polignano a Mare

Meet at the designated meeting place
Travel to Alberobello by car
Visit the Trulli of Alberobello
Return to meeting point with driver
Travel to Monopoli
Explore Monopoli historic center and sea
Return to meeting point with driver
Travel to Polignano a Mare
Explore Polignano a Mare historic center
Return to meeting point with driver
Travel back to Bari

The Experience

“If you get lost in Alberobello, just follow the smell of focaccia,” Gianluca grinned as we climbed out of the van. He wasn’t kidding — there was this warm, herby bread scent drifting through the little lanes between the trulli. We’d left Bari just after breakfast, eight of us crammed together but somehow it felt more like a family road trip than a tour. Gianluca pointed out olive groves and explained why the stones here are stacked instead of mortared — something about earthquakes and old traditions. I kept running my hand along the rough white walls; they’re cooler than you’d think, almost chalky.

In Alberobello, it’s easy to wander off — every alley looks like a postcard but also kind of lived-in. I tried to say “trullo” properly and an old man selling postcards laughed (in a nice way). The sun hit hard by noon, so we ducked into a café for lemon granita before heading back to meet the group. Monopoli came next: narrow streets, laundry flapping above us, and that salty breeze from the Adriatic. Our driver Francesco gave us tips on where to find the best panzerotti (he was right — still thinking about that gooey cheese). There’s something about sitting on an old stone wall with your lunch and watching kids chase pigeons that makes you feel like maybe you belong here.

Polignano a Mare was our last stop. The cliffs really do drop straight into blue water — but honestly what I remember is hearing Domenico Modugno’s “Volare” playing somewhere as we walked through town. Our guide Marco said he grew up nearby and pointed out his favorite gelato shop (I went pistachio). The whole day felt loose and unhurried; nobody rushed us or herded us around with flags. Just small stories, sea air, and enough time to get lost or sit quietly if you wanted. And yeah, free WiFi in the van meant I could send photos home before we even got back to Bari.

What’s included

Your day includes comfortable transport by air-conditioned vehicle with free WiFi onboard plus local drivers who share stories and tips along the way. You’ll have plenty of freedom to explore Alberobello’s trulli houses, stroll through Monopoli’s historic center by the sea, and wander Polignano a Mare at your own pace before returning to Bari together.

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