Quasano & Toritto walk: Oak forests and Adriatic views

Walk shaded oak groves to a sea view, then taste a protected local almond

A guided walk through the oak forests and rocky pastures of Alta Murgia National Park starting from Quasano, visiting the monumental Tree of Lies and the centuries-old Oak La Gloria, with views of the Adriatic Sea and a tasting of Toritto almond, a traditional agri-food product. The route takes three hours and includes private pickup. A live guide speaks English or Italian.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Quasano and Alta Murgia Park

• Visit Quasano village
• See remains of Masseria del Barone
• View the monumental Tree of Lies
• Walk up scenic hill overlooking sea
• Explore oak woods and wildlife
• Discover karst blades and ancient farms
• Taste the prized Toritto Almond

The experience

The walk starts at Quasano, at the gates of Alta Murgia National Park, where you leave behind the Tree of Lies and enter an oak grove on shaded paths. The route climbs a scenic hill overlooking the sea, moving through an ecosystem where wild boar, birds of prey, dragonflies and fireflies live among Mediterranean herbs and rare wild orchids. You'll reach a panoramic point where the Adriatic becomes visible across green expanses, then visit the centuries-old Oak La Gloria and the ancient Jazzo Lamadenza, a stone cistern that serves as habitat for amphibians.

The landscape itself tells the story: you're walking through a transhumance place, the kind of terrain shepherds and flocks moved through centuries ago. The karst blades, the characteristic rocky formations of Apulia, hold the ruins of ancient farms and pastoral sites. Along the way you'll taste the Mandorla di Toritto, a protected almond variety listed among Italy's traditional agri-food products, grown in the hamlet of Toritto nearby.

Private transportation picks you up and brings you back. The guide speaks English or Italian and leads the full three-hour walk. Children from age two are welcome, and the terrain is suitable for all fitness levels, though it is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or pregnant travelers.

What’s included

• Private pickup and return transportation.
• live guide in English or Italian.
• Toritto almond tasting.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to Saturday

AgesAdult (18 to 72 years) · Youth (14 to 17 years) · Child (2 to 13 years): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 7 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Viandanti del Sud

Is this one for you?The three-hour walk suits anyone comfortable with a morning or afternoon on foot through oak forests and rocky terrain, reaching a sea view and tasting a local protected product. Children from age two are welcome, though the walk is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal injuries.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (14 to 17 years); Child (2 to 13 years): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Tree of Lies at Quasano?

The Tree of Lies is a monumental oak standing at the start of the walk near Quasano, at the gates of Alta Murgia National Park. It marks the beginning of the path before you enter the oak grove and head uphill toward the sea views.

Can I see the sea on this walk?

Yes. The route climbs a scenic hill overlooking the Adriatic, and you reach a panoramic point where the sea is visible across the green expanses of the park, framed by the oak forests and the landscape where the centuries-old Oak La Gloria stands.

What wildlife might I encounter in the oak woods?

The oak groves are habitat for wild boar and their natural predators, day and night birds of prey, reptiles such as scabbard, amphibians, dragonflies and fireflies. You'll also see wild plants including Mediterranean herbs and rare species of wild orchids.

Is the Toritto almond tasting included?

Yes. The Mandorla di Toritto, a protected almond variety and traditional Italian agri-food product, is included in the tour and tasted during the walk.

How long does the walk take and what is the terrain like?

The walk takes three hours and moves through shaded oak paths, rocky pastures and karst landscape with ancient farm ruins. It is suitable for all fitness levels, though it involves climbing a scenic hill to reach the panoramic point.