Discover the beautiful heart of Puglia on this 6-day self-guided cycling tour
Get to know one of southern Italy's most prized towns, Alberobello, as you make yourself at home here for five spectacular nights. The Cycling Adventure in Alberobello will immerse you in Puglia's rich traditions and culture and invite you to explore the villages and natural landscapes that form the "green heart" of Puglia.
Setting out from your base in Alberobello, you'll cycle to the nearby towns of Noci, Martina Franca, Locorotondo and Castellana Grotte over six mesmerizing days. The landscapes are rich and colourful, boasting thick oak forest, cultivated vineyards, and century-old olive groves.
Get lost in the local myths and legends of Alberobello, discovering the history behind its world-famous Trulli as you pedal. Spend an afternoon exploring the Baroque town of Martina Franca, revelling in its rich and elegant architecture and navigating its quaint narrow streets and stately piazzas. Indulge in local specialties during satisfying gastronomic experiences in Noci and Locorotondo. Relax in the waves of the Mediterranean Sea, unwinding after an accomplished day on the bike.
Puglia's green heart is yours to discover on this exceptional cycling tour in southern Italy.
Highlights of the Cycling Adventure in Alberobello
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Cycling Adventure in Alberobello Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive in Alberobello
Welcome to your home base for the tour, the beautiful land of Trulli, Aberobello! Thousands of 1-room drystone huts with conical roofs unfold in delicate rows along Alberobello's streets. Originally constructed as temporary field shelters and storehouses, the Trulli are now home to local residents, accommodations, and many boutique-style shops.
Settle into your accommodations before setting out on a walk to acquaint yourself with the ancient architecture and famous UNESCO-designated Trulli huts that make Alberobello one of southern Italy's most famous towns.
Discover the lively atmosphere of the Rione Monti district, enjoying its many shops and restaurants. The quieter and less-travelled streets of the Aia Piccola district are also a perfect place to explore.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Alberobello
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Guided tour of Alberobello
Today discover the history of Alberobello with a guided tour that continues into the countryside for an exciting visit to a masseria that produces cheese.
You will see how mozzarella and other delicious cheeses are made by the hands of an expert cheesemaker and then taste them together with other products from the farm.
Then in the afternoon, you can cycle through hills, tidy and colourful vineyards, olive groves, forests of oak to reach Noci, a town with a well-preserved historic centre and the coolest grocery of Puglia, Marino, where you can taste his "Divine Sandwich".
Overnight Location: Hotel in Alberobello
Distance: 35 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Cycle to Martina Franca
Enjoy a self-guided adventure today with a curated itinerary! Begin at Mount San Martino in Martina Franca, named after its patron saint and given tax-free status by Philip of Anjou in the 14th century. Explore its historic alleys, sample Capocollo di Martina Franca (a Slow Food Presidium since 2007), and indulge in Bocconotto, a sweet pastry best enjoyed at Café Nuova Tripoli. Along the route, stop to taste exceptional olive oil and local wines while visiting production sites. Return to Alberobello for an overnight stay.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Alberobello
Distance: 30 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Castellana Grotte - Visit to the Caves
On your final day of the Gourmet Cycling Experience in the Land of Trulli, visit Italy’s largest karst caves, the Castellana Caves. Spanning over three kilometers, these magical underground wonders showcase stunning stalactites and stalagmites shaped by millennia of water erosion. After the guided tour, extend your journey to Monopoli for a refreshing swim in the Mediterranean Sea before cycling back uphill to Alberobello. End the day with a delightful homemade pasta workshop!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Alberobello
Distance: 35 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Departure
Following breakfast this morning, it's time to say arrivederci to the town you’ve come to love so much over the last six days. Check out of your accommodations and head to the airport to depart.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only, where the pricing depends on your travelling dates, as well as the types of rooms that you need.
2024 Departures:
The departures are available daily, from February 1st to November 30th.
- Single room: from $950 USD*
- Sharing a double room: from $675 USD*
*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip. Please click the booking button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates. The prices listed are per person.
Book NowAccommodation on the Cycling Adventure in Alberobello
This tour is based in 4-star hotels and charming trulli. Accommodations are excellently located, offering modern amenities with pleasant rooms and ensuite bathrooms.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Hotel or Trulli in Alberobello ★★★★
This hotel offers modern amenities and a superior experience in an excellent location. The Trulli offers a unique local experience in one of the traditional structures of this area.
What’s included in the Cycling Adventure in Alberobello?
Meals
4 breakfasts are included, as well as 2 tastings.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 4 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
Transfers on this tour are not included.
Also Included
- Travel app (maps, tracks, route notes)
- Welcome briefing and bike fitting
- Phone assistance between 8 am and 9 pm
- Guided tour with tasting, day 2
- Wine tasting and visit, day 3
- Olive oil tasting, day 3
- Entrance Giardini di Pomona, day 4
Not included
- Flights to and from Italy
- Visas if required
- Travel insurance
- Tourist taxes if applicable
- Activities and excursions unless otherwise mentioned as included
Optional Extras
- Single room supplements
- Solo traveller supplements
- Any additional nights before or after the tour
- Airport transfers
- Bike rental
Frequently Asked Questions about Cycling Adventure in Alberobello
Slow Active Tours is a tour operator specializing in "slow pace" outdoor activities, which mainly concern cycling, trekking and snorkeling in beautiful Italy. Based in Puglia, the wonderful heel of Italy, Slow Active Tours was born from a long experience in responsible and sustainable tourism, combined with a love for culture and a strong passion for traditions, history and respect for nature.
Dynamic holidays "at a slow pace", because in this way it is possible to savor every moment of a great journey, full of adventure, hearty breakfasts, moments of peaceful well-being, food and wine tastings, fresh dips in the most beautiful seas of Italy, smiles and chat with the locals.
Each trip includes everything you need to make the experience comfortable and to be free to travel safely.
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