Join the Amici Club to experience the beauty, history, and wine of Southern Italy on this unforgettable journey.

Discover Italy that lingers in your memory long after your return. From ancient temples in Paestum and sun-drenched Puglia to the winding streets of Matera and the charm of Ostuni, this journey takes you into the heart of Southern Italy.

Savor renowned mozzarella, explore vibrant Naples, and raise a glass in Avellino Wine Country. Follow the Adriatic along the beautiful Gargano Coast, venture into its sea caves, and uncover the character of Vieste, Bari, Lecce, Otranto, and hill towns like Martina Franca.

Encounter history, breathtaking landscapes, unforgettable flavors, and the warmth of Southern Italian life. This is Italy at its most authentic, beautiful, and delicious.

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Upon arrival at Naples Airport, meet your English-speaking tour escort and transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure to relax after your journey or begin exploring Naples independently.

Travel south through Campania to Paestum, one of the world's best-preserved Greek archaeological sites. Explore the magnificent Temples of Hera, Neptune and Athena, together with the ancient Roman Forum, amphitheater, residential streets and defensive walls. Continue to Tenuta Vannulo for a visit to the celebrated buffalo mozzarella farm and museum, followed by a light lunch featuring freshly made mozzarella and local specialties. Return to Naples for the evening.

Depart Naples for the Irpinia wine region near Avellino, renowned for some of southern Italy's finest wines. Enjoy a guided winery visit, wine tasting and lunch featuring regional specialties. Continue east across the southern Italian countryside to Vieste, a picturesque seaside town on the Gargano Peninsula, and check into your hotel. 

Overnight Vieste 2 nights

Depart Vieste by boat for a three-hour excursion along the dramatic Gargano Coast, cruising past limestone cliffs, secluded beaches and remarkable sea caves. Weather and sea conditions permitting, enjoy a 30- to 40-minute beach or swimming stop. Later, travel inland to San Paolo di Civitate for a special visit to a privately owned family farm (Ana DiCristoforo’s brother), where you will learn about local agricultural traditions and enjoy an early farm-to-table dinner prepared with fresh seasonal ingredients. Return to Vieste in the evening.

Travel south to Bari, beginning with views of the Swabian Castle before walking through the atmospheric streets of Bari Vecchia, where local women continue the tradition of hand-making orecchiette pasta. Visit the Basilica of St. Nicholas and its ancient crypt, home to the relics of Saint Nicholas. Enjoy free time for lunch before continuing to Lecce or the surrounding area for hotel check-in. 

Overnight Lecce area 3 nights

Discover Lecce, the "Florence of the South," renowned for its elaborate Baroque architecture. Visit the Basilica di Santa Croce, Piazza del Duomo and the Roman Amphitheater, and see Porta Napoli. Later, continue to the coastal town of Otranto to wander its medieval streets, stroll along the ancient sea walls and enjoy beautiful views across the Adriatic before returning to the Lecce area.

Journey to elegant Martina Franca, where highlights include the Basilica di San Martino, the Palazzo Ducale with its frescoed apartments, Porta Santo Stefano and the historic old town. Continue to Ostuni, the famous "White City," to explore Piazza della Liberta, Ostuni Cathedral and its winding whitewashed lanes, with panoramic views across olive groves toward the Adriatic.

Begin in dramatic Polignano a Mare, perched above the Adriatic on limestone cliffs. See the Domenico Modugno statue, Lama Monachile beach viewpoint, Arco Marchesale, old town and panoramic terraces, with free time for lunch. Continue to UNESCO-listed Alberobello to explore the trulli districts of Aia Piccola and Rione Monti, see the Trullo Church and enjoy a local tasting before traveling to Matera. Return to Matera for a special three-course farewell dinner.

Overnight Matera 1 night

Explore the extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage city of Matera, including Piazza Vittorio Veneto, the underground water cistern, panoramic viewpoints over the Sassi and the ancient rock churches. Those wishing may visit a traditional Casa Grotta; this optional visit involves uneven and steep walking. Continue to Altamura, celebrated for its PDO-certified bread, and visit a traditional wood-fired bakery for a tasting. After today’s touring, we start making our way back to the Naples area for your journey home.

Overnight Naples area 1 night

After breakfast, transfer to the Naples Airport (NAP) for your journey home. Arrivederci Italia!

If you would like to purchase your own air, please adhere to the following flight parameters, which will be made available approximately 10 months prior to the trip.

September 24 - arrive Naples NAP airport at a time to be determined

October 3 - depart Naples NAP at a time to be determined.

Available ~10 months prior to the trip

If you would like assistance purchasing flights for this trip other than the flights offered in the air-inclusive packages, you can obtain personalized quotes here.

Our mission is simple: to provide personalized, exceptional travel experiences that go beyond the ordinary. From the sun-soaked beaches of the Caribbean to the historic landscapes of Europe, and from the serene waterways of river cruises to the majestic vastness of the sea on luxury cruises, we believe in creating journeys that resonate with the spirit of adventure and exploration.

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