Southern Italy - Naples to Puglia

Your Home Base in Southern Italy

Throughout your Southern Italy journey, you'll stay in carefully selected four-star hotels that blend comfort with authentic local character. Each property features spacious, thoughtfully appointed rooms designed for relaxation after days of exploration. You can expect modern amenities including complimentary Wi-Fi, well-equipped fitness centers, and thoughtful service throughout your stay.

Your hotels showcase the best each region has to offer—from rooftop terraces with sweeping city views to peaceful settings that capture the region's distinctive charm. Every morning begins with a generous breakfast buffet to fuel your day, and on-site dining options give you opportunities to sample regional cuisine without venturing far. Whether you're in the vibrant energy of Naples or the quieter elegance of Puglia, your accommodations provide the perfect retreat to unwind and recharge.

Exe Majestic- Naples

Exe Majestic is ideally located in the elegant Chiaia district of Naples. This stylish four-star hotel offers spacious, tastefully furnished rooms, a panoramic terrace, and a well-equipped fitness area. Guests will enjoy the attentive service making Exe Majestic a comfortable and sophisticated base for discovering the city. 

Hotel Del Campo- Matera

Set in a former 18th century aristocratic residence with beautiful ancient gardens, this charming property is located just outside the centre of Matera within easy reach of the Sassi UNESCO site. It offers large rooms, all of which are located in a new wing and feature parquet floors, air conditioning, and Free Wi-Fi. The hotel Restaurant serves delicious local specialities in the historic dining room together with an extensive choice of traditional wines from Basilicata. 

Hilton Garden Inn- Lecce

Set in a quiet residential area in the heart of the Salentine Peninsula, just a short distance away from the stunning attractions of Lecce's historic city center also known as 'The Florence of the South'. This contemporary hotel boasts a complimentary 24-hour fitness center, Beauty & Spa facility and a seasonal rooftop outdoor swimming pool with views of the city skyline. All 143 rooms are designed for extra comfort with self-adjusting Garden Sleep System® beds, air-conditioning, coffee/tea making facilities and complimentary Wi-Fi access. A full-service restaurant offers inspired Italian cuisine in a contemporary and refined atmosphere, a variety of snacks and refreshments can be found at the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry and the trendy looking bar offers drinks and light bites in stylish surroundings.

Grand Hotel Olimpo- Alberobello

The Grand Hotel Olimpo is surrounded by typical Trulli and offers 40 comfortable, air-conditioned rooms, all fully equipped with a flat-screen, cable channel TV, safety deposit box, a minibar, desk and hairdryer. The Eden restaurant serves a refined à la carte menu with tasty, delicious combinations which respect the local gastronomic traditions and there is also a great selection of fine wines on offer.

You have two great options here:

Book with us

• We handle everything end-to-end—no juggling multiple confirmations
• Lock in airfare pricing upfront with a deposit
• Coordinated transfers and flights mean one less thing to worry about
• Peace of mind knowing your entire trip flows seamlessly

Book your own flights

• Fly your favorite airline and stack those loyalty points
• Choose departure times that work with your schedule
• Extend your vacation before or after the group dates if you want
• Maximum flexibility for seasoned travelers who like to be in control

Fly into Naples (NAP) and out of Bari (BRI also known as Lamezia). If Globus books the airfare the $55 transfers in each direct per person are complimentary.

Your itinerary has been thoughtfully designed to showcase Calabria's most memorable sights, authentic experiences, and cultural treasures, while allowing time for personal exploration. If you'd like to make your journey even more memorable, a variety of optional excursions are available to complement your experience. These excursions will be priced and can be reserved through Compass Global Travel, or directly on the MyGlobus website, beginning 90 days prior to departure. Pricing for each excursion is estimated to be between $76 and $125 per person.

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Travel insurance is recommended.

Insurance is $289 per person

Pre-existing conditions included when purchased within 14 days of initial deposit. Travel Protection rate is calculated off the base rate of your tour. Travel Protection rates may increase with additional extensions or upgrades.

PRICE: $2,396.00 USD Per person Single supplement $450 USD

• $250 deposit (refundable within 24 hours. This is a tight time span due to the highly discounted rate for the trip. I advise booking on Friday so you have the weekend coverage until Monday).
•  Balance due December 10, 2026
• Travel insurance and extra hotel nights are extra. Please inquire

Prices are based on double occupancy, meaning the rate applies per person when sharing a room with another traveler.

What's Included

• Nine nights of accommodation at four-star hotels in Naples, Matera, Lecce, and Alberobello
• Daily breakfast buffets, two dinners: local Basilicata cuisine in Matera and a farewell dinner in Alberobello. Some meals are not included to give you the freedom to explore local dining. Please refer to the itinerary.
• Guided sightseeing tour of Naples with orientation and Piazza Plebiscito
• Guided walk through Matera's ancient Sassi cave dwellings with Casa Grotta interior visit
• Primitivo wine museum visit and tasting in Manduria
• Guided walking tour of Lecce's historic center, including the Duomo and Basilica of Santa Croce
• Walking tour of Alberobello's iconic Trulli villages with interior visit to a traditional Trullo home
• Guided visit to Castellana Grotte caves, one of Italy's largest cave systems
• Walking tour of Bari Vecchia and the Basilica of San Nicola
• Ground transportation by comfortable motorcoach throughout the journey
• Local guides at each destination
• Transfers to and from all included activities

What's Not Included

• International airfare to and from Italy
• Travel insurance/Travel Protection (see below)
• Personal expenses such as souvenirs
• Gratuities to your Tour Director, driver and Local Guides
• Any activities or services not listed in the itinerary

There’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation. Please note: This may not be your actual tour director on your tour.

Escorting tours for more than 20 years

Travelling that leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller. This is what happened to me travelling around my home country of Italy, a place renowned for its remarkable architecture, fine artworks, delectable food and wines, and superb hospitality. Showing people my country, enthralling them with captivating stories, sharing with them my passion and enthusiasm, and making them happy has become my main goal in life.

Travel is about more than seeing beautiful places—it's about experiencing them. Together we'll discover the authentic soul of Southern Italy through its remarkable people, unforgettable cuisine, timeless traditions, and extraordinary landscapes. Every day has been thoughtfully designed to create meaningful experiences that become lasting memories. I would be honored to have you join me.

Hope to see you soon!

Isabel