Summary
Experience the best of Rome is the capital of Italy, located on the Tiber River, renowned for its rich history spanning nearly 3,000 years as the seat of the Roman Empire and now a center of Catholic Christianity. The city is a blend of ancient ruins, Renaissance palaces, and Baroque fountains, and it uniquely contains Vatican City.
The Puglia region in southern Italy, situated on the Adriatic Sea. It's a bustling port city with a rich history, a vibrant mix of old and new architecture, and a strong economy driven by its port, airport, and universities.
Italy's Puglia region, famous for its stunning Baroque architecture, earning it the nickname "Florence of the South". The city's historic center is characterized by ornate buildings, churches, and palaces constructed from a soft, local golden limestone called pietra leccese, which artisans used to create elaborate decorations.
To Visit Right NowMatera, Italy, is a city renowned for its ancient cave dwellings known as the Sassi, which are some of the oldest continuously inhabited settlements in the world. Located in the Basilicata region, this UNESCO World Heritage site is characterized by its unique, stone-cut architecture carved into the sides of a ravine, resembling a nativity scene.
Dates and Prices
October 2026
From £479
November 2026
From £349
December 2026
From £319
January 2027
From £349
February 2027
From £379
March 2027
From £419
April 2027
From £519
May 2027
From £549
June 2027
From £549
July 2027
From £519
August 2027
From £549
September 2027
From £579
October 2027
From £579
October 2026
From £479
November 2026
From £399
December 2027
From £379
January 2027
From £419
February 2027
From £449
March 2027
From £579
April 2027
From £599
May 2027
From £619
June 2027
From £599
July 2027
From £599
August 2027
From £599
September 2027
From £599
October 2027
From £619
October 2026
From £579
November 2026
From £479
December 2026
From £449
January 2027
From £419
February 2027
From £479
March 2027
From £579
April 2027
From £619
May 2027
From £649
June 2027
From £619
July 2027
From £699
August 2027
From £679
September 2027
From £679
October 2027
From £679
October 2026
From £699
November 2026
From £449
December 2026
From £419
January 2027
From £499
February 2027
From £519
March 2027
From £649
April 2027
From £619
May 2027
From £649
June 2027
From £649
July 2027
From £649
August 2027
From £649
September 2027
From £649
October 2026
From £549
November 2026
From £419
December 2026
From £399
January 2027
From £419
February 2027
From £479
March 2027
From £579
April 2027
From £649
May 2027
From £649
June 2027
From £649
July 2027
From £649
August 2027
From £649
September 2027
From £679
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Plan Your Dream Trip
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Itinerary
Day 1
Fly from the UK to Rome – The Eternal City Awaits
- Depart from your chosen UK airport for your flight to Rome, Italy’s timeless capital. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and take some time to relax after your journey. In the evening, enjoy a gentle stroll through the historic streets — see the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, and dine at a charming trattoria in the Trastevere district. Overnight in Rome.
Day 2
Explore the Treasures of Ancient Rome
- After breakfast, immerse yourself in the history and grandeur of the Eternal City. Visit the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, then continue to Piazza Venezia and Via del Corso for shopping and cafés. In the afternoon, explore Vatican City — home to St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s masterpiece awaits. Enjoy dinner with authentic Italian pasta and wine. Overnight in Rome.
Day 3
Travel from Rome to Bari (by train – approx. 4 hours)
- After breakfast, board your train to Bari, the capital of Italy’s Puglia region on the Adriatic coast. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and begin exploring Bari Vecchia (Old Town) — a maze of cobbled streets filled with churches, cafés, and traditional pasta-makers. Visit Basilica di San Nicola, stroll along the seafront promenade, and enjoy fresh seafood by the harbor in the evening. Overnight in Bari.
Day 4
Travel from Bari to Lecce (by train – approx. 2 hours)
- After breakfast, take a scenic train journey to Lecce, often called the “Florence of the South” for its stunning Baroque architecture. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and start exploring the Piazza del Duomo, Basilica di Santa Croce, and Roman Amphitheatre. In the evening, enjoy a relaxed dinner in one of Lecce’s atmospheric squares with live local music and cuisine. Overnight in Lecce.
Day 5
Discover Lecce and the Salento Peninsula
- After breakfast, spend the day discovering Lecce and its surroundings. Optional excursions include visiting the nearby coastal towns of Otranto or Gallipoli, both known for their beaches and medieval charm. Return to Lecce and take an evening stroll through its beautifully lit streets, stopping for gelato or a glass of Primitivo wine. Overnight in Lecce.
Day 6
Travel from Lecce to Matera (by train – approx. 3.5 hours)
- After breakfast, take the train to Matera, one of Italy’s most extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage Sites, famous for its ancient cave dwellings known as the Sassi di Matera. Check into your hotel and explore the Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano districts, where houses, churches, and stairways are carved into the rock. Enjoy a candlelit dinner in one of Matera’s unique cave restaurants for a truly memorable experience. Overnight in Matera.
Day 7
Fly Back to the UK
- After breakfast, transfer to Bari or Brindisi Airport (depending on your flight schedule) for your return journey to the UK. Take home wonderful memories of your Italian adventure — from the ancient splendor of Rome to the coastal beauty of Bari, the Baroque elegance of Lecce, and the magical stone dwellings of Matera.
At a Glance
- Your Holiday At a Glance
- Round-trip economy class airfare
- 2 nights in Rome
- 1 night Bari
- 2 night Lecce
- 1 night Matera
- Train transportation included between Bari, Lecce & Matera
- Prices are based on two adults sharing
- City Tax not included: payable directly on site
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