Things to do in Ostuni, Puglia: The Best Private Tours

March 21, 2022 Diedre Savory

Ostuni (Greek: Astynéon) is a city and comune, located about 8 km from the coast, in the province of Brindisi, region of Apulia, Italy). The town has a population of about 32,000 during the winter, but can swell to 100,000 inhabitants during summer. It is among the main towns attracting tourists in Apulia. It also has a British and German immigrant community. Ostuni also has an industrial zone; the region is producer of high quality olive oil and wine.
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1. Ostuni Half day Tour with OLIVE OIL tasting

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Explore the charming "white town" Ostuni perched atop a hill overlooking the coastal plane with seemingly endless olive groves. Learn how to distinguish high quality olive oil extra virgin from lower quality products in a organic olive oil mill.

Inclusions: Transfer in air-conditioned vehicles from hotel to destination and back,, Local Guide, Olive oil Tasting

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and beverages

Reviewed By HelentheHappyFoodie

Our travel agent in the UK used Acampora for local arrangements on the ground for a private trip. They were superb - very reliable, knowledgeable guides, really helpful and went the extra mile to accommodate what we were interested in seeing/learning about, as well as to find great views and lunch places. Always on time and very professional. We were 2 people in a Mercedes people carrier and travelled on a day trip from Positano to Amalfi/Ravello/Scala, on another day Pompeii (4 hours with a guide!), and on our final day Herculaneum. We also spent a day without a car in Naples, at the Archaeological Museum (3 hours with a guide). The transfer from Naples to Positano was in the same Mercedes. Many thanks to Ugo the guide, Leonardo the driver, and also Giulia the guide!

2. Private guided tour in Ostuni: exploring the panoramic historical centre

Piazza della Libertà, 71, 72017 Ostuni BR, Italy Valeria Dicarlo
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Private guided tour exploring the white city of Ostuni, with its panoramic views of the olive groves and the Adriatic coast. You will experience one of the most typical old towns of Puglia and learn about its ancient origins.

Inclusions: guided tour

Exclusions: Private transportation

Reviewed By Curious532068

Valeria provided an excellent tour with a wonderful summary of the history of Monopoli. She had an in depth knowledge of the city and could answer all of our questions. Very pleasant couple of hours that we highly recommend. Bob and Siobhan

3. Discover Apulia: The Heel of Italy

Rome and Italy - Tourist Services
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This tour offers you the possibility to visit in 8 days the cities of Andria, Trani and Barletta, with guided excursions. You can do local experience tours and know the typical tradition in the field of food and drink, like mozzarella cheese and olive farm tour; this package also offers the opportunity to experience Puglia folk dances course in the name of its traditions and culture. In addition, it is possibile to enjoy the view of the city from the sea, making a boat guided tour from the port of Trani, with an extension of the visit to other cities like Barletta or Molfetta.

Inclusions: Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Accomodation in Masseria, Private english speaking local guide during all full/half day tours

Exclusions: All lunch and dinners, Hotel city tax to be paid direclty on the spot, All the other voices mantioned above

Reviewed By olimpiaGen

since i’m one of the most disorganized and chaotic people alive, i put my trip in their hands. they took care of every single detail for us discovering the best local places possible across italy. if anyone needs tips and organizing, i would definitely recommend you contact “Rome & Italy”. you won’t regret it. looking forward to our next trip to Italy... hopefully Sicily

4. From the hills to the sea: Ostuni, Cisternino and the Parco delle Dune Costiere

Forplay S.r.l., Via delle Comunicazioni, 72017 Ostuni BR, Italy Forplay
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in a few km you can meet different habitats, from the plain of millenary olive trees to the forests of fragni and the hills of the Itria Valley. Over time, the characteristics of nature have produced different cultures and different ways of living: crops, rural homes, traditions. The use of the electric Twizy, which will be guided by the participants (one Twizy per couple) allows you to get to know the territory slowly and above all eco-sustainable, being able to stop to grasp hidden corners, noting details that only the most careful eyes can see, savoring the scents and nuances that nature gives in every season. The excursion, with a qualified guide, includes a visit to the historic center of Cisternino and, optional with a supplement, a visit to the historic center of Ostuni. Fun, freedom, contact with nature and ease of driving make this excursion suitable for all needs and for all ages!

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Reviewed By fredcU2497VY

Fantastic little hire cars! Easy to drive and super fun! They are very helpful in advising where to go and the best places to visit! They couldn’t have been more helpful!

5. - 4 Days in Puglia from Alberobello and Matera to Ostuni and Lecce -

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We offer tailored daily excursions and multi-day tours for our guests. They are all private exclusive itineraries and can be accompanied with luxury car, minivan or bus (according to the number of people in your party). Each vehicle is provided with Free On-Board Wifi. Each tour can be accompanied by an English speaking guide and a private driver (2 different persons).

Inclusions: Private tour guide, Transport , Accommodation

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By chooms

We set up a 4 day tour during our visit to Puglia recently. Months ahead I contacted Tours of Puglia to help us get the most of our visit. Francesca asked us what we wanted to see instead of telling us “this is the Tours we have”. Our main goal was to visit our ancestral home of Alberobello. I also asked her recommendations, which she gladly provided. She set up a full 4 days of touring which included 2 night stays in Alberobello (Trullo houses) and Lecce. We visited all of the main sites of Puglia like Locorotondo, Matera , Ostuni, etc....she included an incredible meal each day, including a meal at a Masseria....our guides, Vincenzo and Flo were beyond incredible....they were like walking historic encyclopedias. Vincenzo was instrumental is us locating the street in Alberobello where our grandmother was born. They, and our drivers, went out of their way to insure we missed nothing. We were just 4, so everything could be personalized. Everything went as planned and we could not have asked for for more....we cannot recommend Tours of Puglia mort highly...

6. Private Half-Day Wine Tour from Ostuni with Lunch

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The winery visit is a sensory experience and a chance to learn about the precious grape varieties that are used to make the amazing wines of the Valle D’Itria. You’ll see the 16th century Masseria and Trulli as well as the ultra-modern winery where you can understand the processes from harvesting to production right through to bottling and dispatch. There will be a tasting of threedifferent wines with savoury snacks. A quick visit of Locorotondo , the “the medieval round town” , then a tasty light lunch including typical food from the Farm and “Locorotondo DOC” local wine . Then, on to Alberobello. A Unesco World Heritage site since 1996, the historic centre is made up oftwo distinct regions. We’ll visit an ancient Trullo and meet a genuine local Trullo Master who willdescribe the construction techniques of the Trulli. At the end of the tour a tasting of typical “rosoli” can be sampled on a stunning panoramic terrace up amongst the cones and pinnacles of the surrounding Trulli.

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7. Private Tour of the Medieval Village of Ostuni by Tuk Tuk

Ape Calessino Ostuni - Golapa, Via Giosuè Pinto, 72017 Ostuni BR, Italy Ape Calessino Ostuni - Golapa
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The tour of the medieval village is a unique, cultural and exciting experience. We will let you know the whole history of our beautiful white city.

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By CKK45

We where visiting Puglia for a week and of course Ostuni is a must. No one had told us about this way of sightseeing Ostuni. My husband and me where just arriving in one of the plazas when all of a sudden I see this motorino. Well it is definitely the best way to see Ostuni since it has hills and doing it walking would have not been so fun.

8. Ostuni and Polignano a mare from Central Apulia

Brindisi, Brindisi, Province of Brindisi, Puglia Acampora Travel

Explore the charming "white town" Ostuni perched atop a hill overlooking the coastal plane with seemingly endless olive groves. Learn how to distinguish high quality olive oil extra virgin from lower quality products in a organic olive oil mill. Enjoy a stroll through Polignano a mare, a "pearl of the Adriatic", famed for the local ice cream and coffee specialties and the breathtaking views from the many panoramic lookouts in the historic district.

Inclusions: Transfer in air-conditioned bus from hotel to destination and back,, Local guide, olive oil tasting

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By HelentheHappyFoodie

Our travel agent in the UK used Acampora for local arrangements on the ground for a private trip. They were superb - very reliable, knowledgeable guides, really helpful and went the extra mile to accommodate what we were interested in seeing/learning about, as well as to find great views and lunch places. Always on time and very professional. We were 2 people in a Mercedes people carrier and travelled on a day trip from Positano to Amalfi/Ravello/Scala, on another day Pompeii (4 hours with a guide!), and on our final day Herculaneum. We also spent a day without a car in Naples, at the Archaeological Museum (3 hours with a guide). The transfer from Naples to Positano was in the same Mercedes. Many thanks to Ugo the guide, Leonardo the driver, and also Giulia the guide!

9. Ostuni private tour: Beautiful old white town

Piazza della Libertà, 72017 Ostuni BR, Italy Le Terre Di Federico

Ostuni is one of the main tourist destinations of Puglia, called "White City" for the houses painted with white lime in the historical center. The guided tour of Ostuni will start from Libertà square, where there is the grand palace of the municipality and where stands the baroque column of Sant'Oronzo, almost 21 meters high. In Libertà Square you will also visit the archaeological excavations of the ancient walls and the defensive tower before taking Cattedrale street, full of local craft shops, commercial activities and typical local food product. You will then reach the cathedral dedicated to Santa Maria Assunta built in the fifteenth century. The façade is characterized by three elegant ogival portals and a large rose window of 24 rays. Following the tour will continue along the Aragonese walls where you can admire a beautiful landscape of the Valle d'Itria until you reach the Porta Nova gate, one of the ancient gate of the town.

Inclusions: Licensed guide

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Reviewed By RomeAddict

Better condition ruins, smaller, more accessible, great glimpse into the lives of the rich and famous ancient Roman's. Poppaea was Nero's wife. Ruins are about 90% wheelchair accessible.

10. Road Trip in Bari & Matera

Bari Airport, 70128 Bari, Metropolitan City of Bari, Italy Vincenzo De Laurentiis

Set off on an adventure through Puglia with a self-drive holiday. Planning a road trip in Italy can be a little daunting and that’s where AuthenticPugliaTours comes in. If you’re looking for a vacation company that can provide you with a legitimate, interesting and utterly authentic trip to Puglia, then look no further. AuthenticPugliaTours is devoted to ensuring customers get to witness this region in all its glory - hidden gems, day trips and amazing wine included! Premium rental car hire, accommodation, sightseeing and travel documents are all provided with your self-drive holiday in Puglia – so your only job is to enjoy the open roads and spontaneous adventure you find along the way!

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Use of bicycle, Private transportation, Car rental, Overnights in traditional accommodations, Guided tours

Exclusions: Parking Fees, Municipality taxes (from 0,5 EUR to 2 EUR/person/night) to pay directly to accommodations, Gasoline

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