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Pedalling through Puglia

Salento, the heel of Italy
 
Leisurely routes | Enjoy quiet roads and relaxed coastal rides.
Fascinating culture | Charming traditions and incredible cuisine await.
Explore Lecce | Admire the city’s iconic Baroque architecture up close.
Traditional stays | Masserie or agriturismi accommodation and a historic hotel.
Striking landscapes | Expect olive groves, rolling hills, and pristine beaches.
What is included
  • 8 nights
  • 7 dinners
    8 breakfasts
  • luggage transported
  • high-quality bicycle
  • route notes and maps
  • GPS navigation
  • Pedalling through Puglia
    Salento, the heel of Italy
  • Ancient olive trees
  • Medieval watchtower at Porto Badisco
  • Cycling towards Torre Vado
  • Gallipoli
  • Sternatia
What is included
  • 8 nights
  • 7 dinners
    8 breakfasts
  • luggage transported
  • high-quality bicycle
  • route notes and maps
  • GPS navigation
 

Holiday information

 

A cycling holiday in southern Italy

The gently rolling plains of Salento form the heel of Italy, a bucolic landscape dotted with traditional masserie – ancient villa estates that have survived the turmoil of centuries, and which still maintain the countryside in time-honoured fashion.

This land, sandwiched between the Adriatic and Ionian seas, was first settled by Greeks – indeed, in some areas, the ancient language ‘Grika’ is still spoken – then conquered by the Romans, and later still by the Normans.
All have left their mark across the plains and along the coast, where crumbling watchtowers stand in decaying splendour.

 

Itinerary

The key to Inntravel holidays is flexibility. You can start on almost any day of the week, and are free to add extra nights.
  • The average maximum daytime temperatures and monthly rainfall relate to the nearest weather station and are intended as a guide only.
    Average temperatures and rainfall
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    °C 13 13 15 18 23 27 30 30 27 22 17 14
    mm 81 65 73 43 32 22 16 31 57 87 90 82
  • Arrival in Vernole
    Night 1: at Masseria Copertini (where you spend one night).
    As your first night's accommodation is on the day of travel, Day 1 is your first day of cycling.
  • Vernole to Porto Badisco: 54km
    Begin by following quiet lanes to the walled village of Acaya (whose castle is worth a visit), then cycle through Le Cesine, an important wetland habitat for birds, to reach the sea. Roca Vecchia provides a good opportunity to get off your bikes briefly for a wander along the low cliffs to admire caves and some spectacular seascapes. Passing abandoned watchtowers and freshwater lakes, you continue south along the jagged coastline to reach the historic port of Otranto, where you can stop for a wander and refreshments. Then, pedal along a panoramic road above the coast to reach the wonderfully secluded Masseria Panareo near Porto Badisco, where you stay for two nights.
    Vernole to Porto Badisco: 54km
    Otranto
  • Circular route from Porto Badisco: 35km
    If you can tear yourself away from the pool, we recommend an easy and delightful circuit exploring a number of villages and sights of the interior, including the Baroque town of Poggiardo and the botanical gardens of La Cutura. You cycle mainly along quiet country lanes among the extensive olive groves and simple but colourful farming country that characterises this corner of Puglia.
    Circular route from Porto Badisco: 35km
    Traditional trulli
  • Porto Badisco to Gagliano del Capo: 42km
    Today you continue south along the wild coastline, which is honeycombed with caves, rock arches and grottoes. Stop off for morning coffee at the elegant spa town of Santa Cesarea Terme, characterised by Art Nouveau and Moorish style buildings, then take our recommended short detour to visit the spectacular Zinzulusa Cave, where there is also a panoramic restaurant for lunch. Later on, pause to admire Castro Marina, a harbour which still has a castle, a 12th-century cathedral and most of its 16th-century ramparts intact; and the small harbour and natural inlet at Tricase Porto, with its tiny beach. Continue along to the coast, eventually turning off to reach Masseria Alcorico, a short distance inland just outside Gagliano del Capo, with its palm-shaded pool.
    Porto Badisco to Gagliano del Capo: 42km
    Santa Cesarea Terme
  • Circular route from Gagliano del Capo: 31km
    Today’s circuit is a varied and very enjoyable one. First you cross the bottom of Italy’s ‘heel’ along country lanes through olive groves via the interesting town of Patù (whose narrow streets you can explore in seeking out the fascinating Centopietre – a tomb of a ‘hundred stones’), en route to the beaches of Torre Vado on the Ionian coast. We recommend stopping for a delicious seafood lunch here, or perhaps delaying until you reach the port of Marina di Leuca close to De Finibus Terrae (Italy’s ‘Land’s End’). Here you can visit the iconic lighthouse and remarkable basilica, located on the very tip of Puglia where the Ionian and Adriatic seas meet. From here, it’s just a short ride – again inland across colourful agricultural land characterised by deep-red earth and dry-stone walls – back to your hotel.
    Circular route from Gagliano del Capo: 31km
    Torre Vado beach on the circular route around Gagliano del Capo
  • Gagliano del Capo to Gallipoli: 58km; shorter option: 19km 
    Although lengthy, today’s route around the coast to Gallipoli could scarcely be any simpler (or flatter), and makes for a very enjoyable ride. Pause at inviting beaches and interesting coastal towns before reaching the wide arc of Baia Verde (‘Green Bay’), where we recommend a dip in the sea from the extensive golden sands before continuing to Gallipoli for an overnight stay at Relais Corte Palmieri or Hotel Al Pescatore. Alternatively, you can start with a transfer, leaving you with just a short distance to cover to reach your destination. Whichever route you choose, it’s a joy to explore the Old Town (where your hotel is situated), connected to the mainland via an arched bridge and perched on a limestone islet. Known as Kallipolis (‘beautiful city’) in Greek, Gallipoli’s walls, ramparts and towers once defended the city from foreign raiders, and now shelter it from rough seas, as well as lending it a very special allure.
    Gallipoli
    Gagliano del Capo to Gallipoli: 58km
    Gagliano del Capo to Gallipoli shorter option: 19km
  • Gallipoli to Sternatia: 39km
    Today, you head north-east via the 'Grecia Salentina', a group of sleepy towns and villages where traces of the Greek-Byzantine civilisation linger on and Griko, the idiom or dialect that is close to modern Greek, still survives. Eventually you pass through the small town of Sternatia to reach the elegant and stylish Masseria Chicco Rizzo, located amid its own olive groves.
    Gallipoli to Sternatia: 39km
    Elegant architecture
  • Explore Lecce
    You may wish to do no more than relax by the pool or pootle around locally on your bike. However, our suggestion is to take the train (Monday to Saturday only) to Lecce, the ‘Florence of the South’. It is the most complete Baroque town in southern Europe, whose sumptuous architecture, enhanced by the pale honey-coloured local stone and featuring elaborately sculpted gargoyles and animals, lends it great charm. We provide detailed notes for a city walk taking in the Roman amphitheatre, parts of the old walls, and several of its wonderful churches.
    Lecce
 

Accommodation

You stay in a delightful selection of traditional working masserie or agriturismi – as well as a historic hotel in Gallipoli.

In some places, we work with more than one hotel, as shown below. All are hand-picked by us and, unless there is a price implication (in which case we will contact you to discuss your options), we will tell you which one we have booked for you on your booking confirmation.
 

Extend your stay

 
Prices & travel options
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  • 8 nights: 09 April 2025 - 30 June 2025 & 01 September 2025 - 31 October 2025

    Start any day except Sunday | End by latest date(s) shown above

    Starting Price Single room
    9 - 30 Apr 2025 £1730 £210
    1 May - 22 Jun 2025 £1815 £205
    1 - 14 Sep 2025 £1965 £230
    15 - 24 Sep 2025 £1830 £215
    25 Sep - 23 Oct 2025 £1765 £210
    3rd & 4th person discount -£195
    Single traveller supplement £200

    Includes accommodation, meals, bike hire, luggage transfers and any other services integral to the holiday as described, plus cycling notes and maps, but no travel from the UK, nor any connecting travel from the airport unless stated below.

    Electric bikes available: add £150 per person in 2025

    Book your flights through us and we'll find the best route and times to suit you. Please contact us to find out more about our flight booking service. We can also book connecting travel - see below.

    8 nights: 09 April 2025 - 30 June 2025 & 01 September 2025 - 31 October 2025

    Start any day except Sunday | End by latest date(s) shown above

    Starting Price Single room
    9 - 30 Apr 2025 £2245 £210
    1 May - 22 Jun 2025 £2325 £205
    1 - 14 Sep 2025 £2485 £230
    15 - 24 Sep 2025 £2345 £215
    25 Sep - 23 Oct 2025 £2280 £210
    3rd & 4th person discount -£245
    Single traveller supplement £245

    Includes all elements in the 'walk price', plus standard-class travel by Eurostar from London St Pancras to either Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, or Lille, with onward travel as described below.

    If you book your holiday less than 6 months in advance of your travel date, seats may no longer be available at the tariffs on which our prices are based, but we may be able to offer you seats on the same services at a supplement.

  • Room upgrades (£ per person per night)

    Masseria Alcorico, Gagliano del Capo
    Sea view with terrace: 09 Apr - 30 Jun 2025 £11
    Sea view with terrace: 01 Sep - 31 Oct 2025 £11
    Suite with terrace: 09 Apr - 30 Jun 2025 £14
    Suite with terrace: 01 Sep - 31 Oct 2025 £14

    Extra nights (£ per person per night) in a double or single room

    Prices include an extra day’s hire of a standard bike or of an e-bike.
    Masseria Copertini, Vernole (with dinner) Double room Single room
    09 Apr - 30 Jun 2025 £150 £177
    01 Sep - 31 Oct 2025 £150 £177
    Masseria Panareo, near Porto Badisco (with dinner) Double room Single room
    09 Apr - 30 Jun 2025 £155 £201
    01 Sep - 31 Oct 2025 £155 £201
    Masseria Alcorico, Gagliano del Capo (with dinner) Double room Single room
    09 Apr - 30 Jun 2025 £140 £151
    01 Sep - 31 Oct 2025 £150 £161
    Relais Corte Palmieri, Gallipoli (B&B) Double room Single room
    09 Apr - 30 Jun 2025 £145 £168
    01 Sep - 31 Oct 2025 £170 £214
    Masseria Chicco Rizzo, Sternatia (with dinner) Double room Single room
    09 Apr - 30 Jun 2025 £150 £198
    01 Sep - 31 Oct 2025 £145 £193
  • RECOMMENDED AIRPORT(S):
    Brindisi or Bari
    As an alternative to flying, we can arrange rail travel from London

    Travelling from the UK

    Travelling from outside the UK

    If you are flying from outside Europe,  we recommend flying via Rome.  To discuss onward connecting travel to the start of your holiday, please contact us.

    Travelling from outside the UK
    We have many years' experience catering for customers who live outside the UK, and will be happy to make tailored arrangements to fit with your plans.

    You have two options:

    1) Book your own flights to London, from where we can book flights and onward connecting travel to your hotel.

    2) Book your own flights direct to an airport appropriate to your chosen holiday. You can either make your own way from the airport to the hotel, or we'll be happy to book onward connecting travel for you. Please consult with us before booking your flights, so that we can advise you on the suitability of your proposed route and timings.
    Outward route Airline
    Edinburgh - Bari (via Frankfurt) Lufthansa 
    Edinburgh - Brindisi (via Milan Bergamo) Ryanair 
    Edingburgh - Bari (via Munich) Lufthansa 
    Outward route Airline
    Glasgow - Bari (via Frankfurt) Lufthansa 
    Glasgow - Bari (via Munich) Lufthansa 
    Outward route Airline
    Liverpool - Bari Ryanair 
    Outward route Airline
    London City - Brindisi (via Zurich) Swiss 
    Outward route Airline
    Gatwick - Bari British Airways,  easyJet,  Wizz Air 
    Gatwick - Brindisi easyJet 
    Outward route Airline
    Heathrow - Bari (via Rome Fiumicino) Alitalia 
    Heathrow - Brindisi British Airways 
    Heathrow - Brindisi (via Milan Linate) Alitalia 
    Heathrow - Brindisi (via Munich) Lufthansa 
    Heathrow - Brindisi (via Rome Fiumicino) Alitalia 
    Outward route Airline
    Stansted - Bari Ryanair 
    Stansted - Brindisi Ryanair 
    Outward route Airline
    Manchester - Bari (via Brussels) Brussels Airlines 
    Manchester - Brindisi Ryanair 
    Travelling from outside the UK

    If you are flying from outside Europe,  we recommend flying via Rome.  To discuss onward connecting travel to the start of your holiday, please contact us.

    This list of flight options should be used as a guide only, and you should check each airline’s website for current routes, frequency and schedules. Not all flights operate daily, and may not run for the entire season. You should also heed the latest flight arrival time and earliest flight departure time stated in the connecting travel section, as it may not be possible to arrange connecting travel outside these times. Please do not book your flights until we have confirmed your accommodation to you. Alternatively, our expert reservations team will be happy to offer advice and to make flight bookings for you for any of the options listed above. We charge £35 per person for our flight booking service. Your flights are then covered by our package-booking conditions, which give you greater protection in the event of delay or cancellation, as well as providing ATOL cover.

  • Prices below are based on 2 people travelling together. If you are travelling solo or as a party of 3 or more and our arrangements include a taxi, please contact us for prices; additional passengers often pay less.

    Unless otherwise stated, connecting travel by rail or bus tends to be from the city centre station, rather than from its airport, and connections between the two should be paid for locally.

    Where a price range is given, the price you pay depends on your date of travel.

    Connecting travel options - flying via Brindisi

    Outward route Price per person Latest flight
    arrival time
    direct taxi Brindisi airport to hotel (1h) £52 flexible
    Homeward route Price per person Earliest flight
    departure time
    direct taxi hotel to Brindisi airport (0h45) £52 flexible

    Connecting travel options - flying via Bari

    Outward route Price per person Latest flight
    arrival time
    direct taxi Bari airport to hotel (2h) £135 flexible
    rail Bari Centrale to Lecce (1h20-1h55), taxi Lecce to hotel (0h30) £52 1600
    Homeward route Price per person Earliest flight
    departure time
    hotel transfer to Lecce (0h30), rail Lecce to Bari Centrale (1h25-1h50) £41 1500
    direct taxi hotel to Bari airport (2h) £150 flexible
 
Reviews

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We are keen for as many customers as possible to review their holiday. To make it easier to do so, we include a specific review section on our post-holiday questionnaire, and this is what we publish here, unedited. Read our full review policy >

All 21 reviews
  • Mrs C Powell
    London
    08 June 2024

    A great trip, beautiful places to stay and fabulous food. We loved it.

  • Anon
    11 October 2023

    Very well organised from start to finish, everything ran smoothly and we had a great time, beautiful scenery, routes carefully planned to avoid traffic wherever possible. The bikes were in top condition and really good to ride. The transfers to and from the airport were excellent, as was the booking process. They were very helpful in accommodating us for seven days instead of eight. I would certainly use Inntravel again.

  • Sarah T
    25 September 2023

    Excellent holiday! Lots of variety in landscape, architecture and accommodation, with Masseria Panareo and the Relais Corte Palmeria both very good. A treat to swim in the Adriatic and Ionian seas. The e-bike was a revelation and highly recommended. An extra night in Lecce at the end allowed more time to see it if you appreciate art and architecture and enjoy the great restaurants. 

  • ANON
    19 September 2023

    So many memories:

    Spontanoeus swimming

    Wonderful woodland aromas

    Tired limbs, inspired minds

    Four course fabulous meals

    A birthday en-route

    Countryside, sea and town all in a day

    Evening chats with fellow travellers

  • Mrs D Foolkes
    Bedford
    12 September 2023

    We did have a great holiday. Lovely hotels, great food and amazing weather. It was a cycling holiday and unfortunately the quality of the bikes let the it down. Other people we spoke seem to have much better bikes and were happy with them. It seemed to be a very busy time and I think we ended up with bikes that they hire out for use around a city and not for cycle touring which was a shame.

  • Mark H, Reading
    12 September 2023

    Good holiday - if we were doing it again we would build in an extra day at a midway coastal area for some relaxation between route rides. Special mention goes to the Masseria Coppertini family who found my wallet and put it in our luggage to be taken to the next hotel, before we realised it was lost. Huge praise and thanks to them. The family were very welcoming and proud to tell us about the food, its provenance and local farming. We cycled back on our last day to spend more time in Acaya, via Vernole as there wasn't time on our first day of cycling.

  • Howard & Cathy
    03 September 2023

    Cycling around the Salento is a great way to see this quieter corner of Puglia which is mostly very rural with a few coastal hotspots of local tourism particularly around the interesting towns like Otranto, Santa Maria de Leuca and Gallipoli  The real highlitghts of the holiday are the fabulous Masseria we stayed in and the food and service provided by them. We always had a great welcome from the owning families and their staff. Also notable was the work being carried out to repair the devastation to virtually all the olive groves in the region caused by the Xylella fastidiosa pathogen. The old groves are being cut down and the stumps ripped out with new, diease resistant varieties being planted.

  • Anon
    21 June 2023

    We had a fabulous holiday cycling around Puglia, although wish we'd gone for e-bikes as some of the hills were very challenging especially in the 30+ degree heat!  We will definitely book with Inntravel again, perhaps with less days cycling and a few days extended on the end without the bikes, best of both worlds!

  • Sarah D
    09 June 2023

    A very well organised trip.  Itinerary was well planned and provided a good balance of different scenery, terrain and views.  Trip notes and BikeGPX files provided really clear instructions and meant we could follow the routes easily.  All accommodation was very welcoming and comfortable, with very helpful staff.  All of the transfers (for ourselves and our luggage) happened very smoothly.  Would highly recommend this trip.

  • Mrs S Gardner
    Maidstone
    20 May 2023

    La Cutura is definitely worth a visit. Day 3 was stunning we had a great lunch at Tricase Porto at Taverna del Porto. Don't be intimidated by the longer route on day 5, it's very flat and easy cycling. Otranto and Gallipoli were picturesque towns. Equally every small village we passed through had a beautiful square. A lovely way to see this part of Puglia.

  • Mr E Thake
    Ryde
    19 May 2023

    All 3 accommodations were excellent. The food at Alcorico was particularly lovely. As usual the overall holiday was great. Inntravel always choose top quality places to stay.

  • Mr J Cotton
    Lichfield
    17 May 2023

    We had a great holiday, thanks. Although we found 3 steep hills that we walked up, and a few other, generally it was the right cycling difficulty for us; and we enjoyed it.  If we did it again, my wife would have an electric bike.

  • Mrs C Macadam
    Bridgwater
    14 May 2023

    This was not our first holiday with Inntravel nor will it be our last. The accommodation, as ever, was superb. Each masseria was very different but all were equally comfortable/ luxurious without being "showy". The cycling routes were well chosen and easy to follow. The wild flowers were amazing and for me the highlight of the trip. Unusually, dinner was included every night but one and was superb every single night- just as well we were cycling to work it off. I would thoroughly recommend this holiday even though the weather was not brilliant!

  • Ms H Gormley
    Woking
    13 May 2023

    This was a great holiday, the best way to see the coast and countryside of this part of Puglia, cycling on e-bikes allowed us to enjoy the beautiful coastline and wonderful wild flowers, villages and towns at just the right pace. Feeling a sense of achievement but not exhausted with the help of the E in the bikes. We were delighted with the pride and care all the owners and staff at the Masseria's had. The food was always wonderfully prepared, fresh, produced with pride and delicious. The wine also knowledgeably recommended. We enjoyed the holiday even more than expected, and would have no reservation in recommending it.

  • Mrs Rowley
    Caernarfon
    14 April 2023

    Definitely the quality of accommodation, the hospitality and welcome we received and of course the most amazing food. Each had their own appeal albeit rustic charm or modern elegance, and we felt we were experiencing real Italy. Although our weather was a real mixed bag as in we encountered hail, thunder, lightening, you name it - we still had the most amazing holiday and it did not spoil any aspect. If anything it made it feel an even greater experience

  • Dr S Davies
    Durham
    26 September 2022

    Too many highlights to mention, but we loved Lecce, Otranto and Gallipoli (especially the sunset at Gallipoli.) The cycle included a good mix of history/culture and nature. I'd recommend Galatina for a stop (see above).

  • Mrs Holton
    26 September 2022

    Personal highlights - the beautiful sea views, cycling on empty little lanes, wonderful seafood, John learning about jam making at Masseria Copertino (in Italian!), cold (refreshing) swimming pools but warm sea. Well organised cycling holiday with good hybrid bikes, staying in a lovely range of contrasting Masseria.  The cycle routes were a good length with one hilly and one longer day to test the legs, but all enjoyable.  A lovely quiet part of Italy with fantastic sea views and good food and wine.  Met other Inntravellers at the Masseria and it was interesting to compare notes on the walking and cycling. Sad element was the state of the Olive Trees, but they are replanting and there was signs of some re-growth.

  • Mrs A Fawcett
    Hereford
    23 September 2022

    Our first Inntravel holiday and our first ever cycling holiday!  Salento was the perfect cycling destination - blue skies, sparkling seas, quiet roads, fascinating fortified towns and villages and gorgeous masseria to stay in.  We loved the e-bikes - they were so easy to master and meant we enjoyed every single kilometre - even the uphill ones!

  • Mrs L Charlesworth
    Crowthorne
    14 September 2022

    All Masseria in beautiful locations, with a feeling of luxury at Panareo and Chicco Rizzo and great food and choice of wine, probably Chicco Rizzo having the edge. Copertini and Algerico were in beautiful settings with friendly, proprietors and a delicious second night meal at Algerico. Al Pescatore felt as though it was going downhill slightly although the receptionists were delightful and helpful.

    NB all breakfasts were lovely, coffee great, fresh fruit, breads and pastries yoghurt etc. Above what we expected.

     

  • Mr D Cameron
    Penicuik
    11 September 2022

    Lecce, Otranto, Bari towns were all exceptional.

    Train service was impressive.

    The masserias were super.

     

  • Mrs A Laister
    Bampton
    06 September 2022

    My friend left her passport behind in one of the hotels, we telephoned Inntravel and they managed to send it by taxi for us making the distress of losing it so much better. The food we had was amazing as was the accommodations and the staff very friendly and welcoming. In our last place Masseria Chicco Rico we were not being picked until 17.30 and the staff were very happy for us to us the hotel until then.
 

FAQs

If you have any questions relating to this or any other Inntravel holiday, our friendly travel experts will be happy to help. You might also find our General FAQs section helpful.
  • Our cycle supplier will provide you with a hybrid bike with 27 gears; a waterproof map case on handlebars; panniers/saddlebags; pump; puncture repair kit; and a lock. Electric bikes are available as an upgrade (see price panel), subject to availability, and must be requested at the time of booking. The bike shop also has a limited number of tandems.
  • While we would always recommend that you take your own well-fitting helmet, they can be hired locally for a small fee. Please let us know at the time of booking if you would like to hire a helmet.
  • Yes, we will provide GPX tracks for this holiday prior to departure so that you can follow your route on your smartphone or dedicated GPS device if you wish. (We also provide maps and our tried-and-tested route notes, which remain the principal means of navigation).
  • We’ll send you route notes and maps 2-3 weeks before your holiday. The route notes not only contain directions to get from hotel to hotel, but also include practical information about places of interest and eateries along each route, plus cultural information about the area. On mornings when you are moving between hotels, you leave your luggage in reception as you leave, and it will be transferred ahead to your next accommodation so that all you need to take with you are a camera, sun cream, drinks, food and waterproofs.

    For more detailed information, see our cycling holidays in Europe page.
  • You are responsible for damage to or loss of the rental bike while it is hired to you. Always be careful to lock it up, ideally to an immovable object, and remove all easy-to-steal accessories whenever you leave it unattended.
  • We can book a wide range of routes from the UK with a variety of airlines. As well as being more convenient for you to book all elements of your holiday together, it also means that we’ll accept liability for your travel arrangements, so if things go wrong, such as the airline going bust, we’ll make suitable alternative arrangements for you. The fee for this service is £35 per person (£15 for children aged 2-11). More information on flights >
  • Absolutely! We are experts in tailored rail travel. Making use of sleeper trains or stopovers in cities along the route, we can get you from London to virtually anywhere in mainland Europe. We can even make arrangements to Mallorca, Sicily and Norway with a combination of ferries and rail. Please contact us to discuss your plans.
  • We can’t book flights that originate outside the UK, but if you wanted to book your own flights to London (or elsewhere in the UK), we can make all onward travel arrangements (including flights) from there. Alternatively, if you are booking your own flights to an airport in continental Europe that’s appropriate for your holiday, we can book onward rail travel and/or taxis. More information about how we can tailor holidays for customers outside the UK >
  • Since our holidays are self-guided, we recommend calling us for a chat about your plans before making a booking, especially if it’s the first time you’ve booked with us.
    The price panel shows the supplement for a single room and also the single traveller charge (this covers (luggage) transfers and other costs which are usually shared between two people).
  • Once you’ve decided on your exact itinerary (our travel experts will be happy to offer advice), you need to provide us with your party’s details, either by phone or via our booking form. At this point we also ask you to pay a deposit so that we can secure a room for you immediately on confirming availability with the hotel(s). If it turns out that we can’t secure the accommodation for the holiday you’ve requested, or offer an acceptable alternative, we’ll refund your deposit promptly and in full. After booking your accommodation and other key elements, we'll then book your travel (or you can do so if you’re making your own arrangements) and send you a Booking Confirmation and Invoice.

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  • Yes, it’s something we insist on, even for holidays in the UK. The vast majority of holidays go smoothly, but when things go wrong, it can be expensive to put them right. Buying a new pair of walking boots after your suitcase is stolen mightn’t seem so bad, but the bill for being airlifted down from a mountain with a broken leg or flown home while still recovering from an illness or accident can incur a five or six-figure bill.

    Many insurers offer travel insurance (you can find details on our insurance page of a policy that you may like to consider if you are a UK resident), but you do need to make sure that you’re covered for medical emergencies – including falling ill with Covid-19 while on holiday – and repatriation. We also recommend that you are covered for other eventualities, such as cancellation and loss of luggage and passports.

    When you purchase a policy, be sure to check that it covers the activities you'll be doing on holiday and that it is adequate for your own individual needs.
  • It is your responsibility to ensure you are in possession of the correct travel documents, with the correct validity. If you’re a UK citizen, you need a full British passport to travel to Italy, but not a visa (please note, however, that a new travel authorisation system is being introduced). If you are a citizen of another country, you’ll need to check requirements with the national embassy or your own consulate.

    Current information regarding vaccinations and travel health advice for UK citizens can be found through the Travel Health Pro website. You must make sure you have adequate insurance cover for illness, accidents and repatriation (see the insurance question). You should also apply for a Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) if your EHIC has expired (if you have a still-valid EHIC, you can use this until it expires).
  • The principal official language is Italian, though some regions have a second official language, such as South Tyrol, where German is widely spoken. The currency is the Euro. Italian time is GMT/UTC + 1. It uses Daylight Saving Time, so in summer is on BST + 1.
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  • The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides up-to-date, country-by-country travel advice, as well as information on security, local laws, passports and visas for UK citizens.

    If you live outside the UK, see our essential travel information page for a list of relevant websites.
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Pedalling through Puglia. 8 nights
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