Frequently Asked Questions

Apulia.Travel helps you plan and book a full Apulia (Puglia) trip in one place. You can discover destinations like Bari, Lecce, Ostuni, Alberobello, Monopoli, Polignano a Mare, Gargano, and Castel del Monte, then Book your Stay! and experiences through trusted partners. Use it for inspiration, ready-made itineraries, and practical travel decisions.

Open a destination page, choose an experience, select your date and number of travelers, and complete checkout with the partner booking flow. You will see clear inclusions, duration, meeting point, and cancellation policy before you pay.

Booking platforms are broad marketplaces. Apulia.Travel is destination-first. You start from what to do in Apulia, then Book your Stay! and experiences for that plan. Content is structured by places to visit, local food, and experiences. This reduces decision fatigue and improves match quality for what you actually want to do in Bari, Lecce, Polignano a Mare, the Valle d’Itria, or Gargano.

For balanced weather and fewer crowds, many travelers prefer late spring and early autumn. Summer is best for long beach days and boat tours, but it is busier and hotter. If your priority is sightseeing, food, and walking historic centers like Lecce and Ostuni, choose milder months. If your priority is swimming and beach hopping in Monopoli and Polignano a Mare, choose peak summer.

For a first-time visit, plan 5 to 7 days to combine a city, the Valle d’Itria, and the coast. With 10 to 14 days you can add Gargano, Salento beaches, and slower food and countryside days. If you have only 2 to 3 days, base yourself in Bari or Monopoli and focus on a tight loop: Polignano a Mare, Alberobello, and one hill town.

For classic Apulia photography, start with Polignano a Mare for cliff views and Lama Monachile, Ostuni for the whitewashed hill town, and Alberobello for UNESCO trulli districts. Add Monopoli for the historic port and seaside streets. Add Lecce if you want Baroque architecture and grand squares.

Yes. Apulia works well for families because you can combine short transfers with beach time and simple activities. Good family options include easy beaches near Monopoli, short boat tours in Polignano a Mare in calm weather, trulli exploration in Alberobello, and gelato-driven city walks in Bari and Lecce. Build your plan around one base and short day trips to avoid constant packing.

It depends on your itinerary. Trains work well for Bari, Monopoli, and Polignano a Mare, and they can support a coast-focused trip. A car is usually the easiest option for flexible countryside routing, Book your Stay! in masserie, and Gargano nature areas. If you want a low-stress first trip, choose one base town and do a mix of rail day trips and pre-booked transfers.

Choose Bari if you want the biggest transport hub and a city vibe. Choose Monopoli if you want a coastal base with beach access and quick connections to Polignano a Mare and the Valle d’Itria. Choose Lecce if your priority is Salento and Baroque architecture with day trips to beaches. Choose Ostuni if you want a hill town feel with easy access to both countryside and the coast.

High-conversion classics include a Polignano a Mare sea caves boat tour, a Bari street food walk in Bari Vecchia, a Baroque walking tour in Lecce, and a trulli-focused guided visit in Alberobello. If you want the rural side, add a masseria or olive oil tasting experience near the Valle d’Itria.

In Bari, try focaccia barese, panzerotti, and orecchiette. In Lecce, try pasticciotto and rustico leccese. Along the coast around Monopoli and Polignano a Mare, prioritize seafood and simple Mediterranean plates. If you visit the countryside, look for olive oil tastings and seasonal vegetable antipasti.

Yes, but it will be a fast day. A practical plan is: morning in Alberobello for trulli districts, early afternoon in Polignano a Mare for viewpoints and the beach cove, and late afternoon to evening in Monopoli for the old port and dinner. If you want a boat tour in Polignano a Mare, split this into two days.

Castel del Monte is a UNESCO-listed medieval monument associated with Emperor Frederick II and known for its octagonal geometry. It is a strong half-day or day-trip if you like history, architecture, and iconic landmarks. Pair it with lunch in a nearby town to make the day feel complete.

Monopoli is known for small coves and beaches close to the historic center, which makes it easy to combine town time and swimming. Polignano a Mare is famous for the Lama Monachile cove and cliff scenery. For the best experience in peak season, arrive early, plan shade, and consider water shoes where beaches are pebbly.

Cancellation rules depend on the specific tour, experience, or accommodation partner. You will always see the cancellation window and refund conditions before purchase. If your plan may change, choose options labeled with flexible cancellation and confirm the deadline in the booking details.