Unique things to do in Province of Taranto
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Unique things to do in Province of Taranto

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Vineyard tour & Wine and Food tasting
Come and discover our farm. We will begin your experience visiting the Moscato di Trani vineyard a few steps from the property and we will present you the peculiar characteristics and the history of the Apulian viticulture. At the end we will taste 4 of our wines, we will explain its history and how the wine was born: - n. 1 Red Wine IGP Puglia; - n. 1 Rosè Wine IGP Puglia; - n. 2 White Wines IGP Puglia and Valle d'Itria; They will accompany the wine tasting with a tasting of typical products of own production or locally-grown. We are waiting for you in our Agriturismo! Would you like to try the experience to live in a true trullo-house? We offer also that: https://www.airbnb.it/rooms/4703115 Other things to note In this period of COVID-19 crisis our experience help you to be away, in our large space in the countryside of Puglia. We will assure the respect of rules and restrictions to contain Corona-virus but anyway we offer a true experience to share with you our vineyard, wines, foods and landscape.
Treasure hunt in the Sassi
We'll meet at the Castello Tramontano and we'll start getting to know to each other. I'll explain you the rules of the game, I'll give you a map with places that you need to visit as well as riddles to solve for each one. You'll need to keep both your legs and head active to solve them in 1 hour and 45 min, but the reward will be worth the effort. Not to mention that, in the research, you will have the opportunity to discover what are, in my opinion, the true gems of the city. While you go searching, I'll stay at the starting point in case you need more hints. At the end of time you'll come back where we first met and together we'll go to a nearby bar where I'll tell you the history of the places you visited. I'll offer you a coffee and together we'll open the treasure chest after decoding the key! Every one of you will receive a certificate of participation, but only the winner will get the treasure! If you're looking for a different way to get to know the city or an original way of making a gift to someone or simply enjoying yourself, this is definetely the activity for you! On request it is possible to add small gifts or tickets supplied by you to the chest. IF YOU'RE A LARGE GROUP PLEASE CONTACT ME TO ARRANGE A CUSTOMIZED DISCOUNT Free for kids < 4!
Puglia in your heart
After our welcome we’ll offer you a no alcoholic drink with fresh fruit if you prefer and you will also enjoy our pool waiting for the beginning. As soon as we’ll be ready, we’ll begin with our traditional cooking lesson where our mothers and grandmothers will show you all the techniques for making Focaccia, handmade pasta and cheese. They will teach you all the techniques of the past and you will have to prepare everything with them. When every dishes will be ready, the focaccia will be baked in the wood-fired oven and you will have dinner with the products of yourselves made (Focacce, Orecchiette and Formaggio) and also other traditional dishes we will prepare for you. Obviously water, beer and wine are included. If at the end of the experience you will have satisfied yourself we will have reached our goal and before leaving we will give you a small souvenir of Puglia Other things to note All experience phases will be translated in English. If someone is allergic to gluten or lactose, please let us know on time
Polignano by boat: cliffs and sea caves!
A fantastic and unforgettable boat trip to discover the breathtaking sea caves and the famous cliff of Polignano a Mare, visiting the whole coastline from North-West to South-East, enjoying especially the view of the sea cave with a restaurant inside "Grotta Palazzese", the islet "Scoglio dell'Eremita" and the beautiful sea cave "Grotta Stampagnata". A unique informal experience taking about 1 hour, with an experienced driver-guide, who will reveal some secrets and legends hidden behind such unique natural beauties. Enjoying the point of view of Polignano from the sea is a wonderful experience not to miss :) Also ideal for groups and teams: please send a message if you have a large group. NB: - YOU WILL RECEIVE A MESSAGE WITH CONFIRMATION ABOUT THE STARTING POINT. It depends on the decisions of the local authorities every year, usually based on the season: normally in low season we leave from Cala Paura beach (about 1 km from the center, tour duration about 1 hour), while in medium-high season (May-October) we leave from San Vito beach (about 3 km from the center, tour duration about 1 hour and 30 minutes). Please ask for confirmation in case you don't receive the message. - IT IS RECOMMENDED TO ARRIVE 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE BEGINNING OF THE EXPERIENCE: the registration of the participants takes place between 30 and 5 minutes before the time of the experience; in case of arrival less than 5 minutes before, the participation would no longer be guaranteed and you will get no refund (no show). - BAD WEATHER OR SEA CONDITIONS: in this case the experience will be canceled and you will get a full refund, or alternatively your experience can be rescheduled at a different time/date. Other things to note It is recommended to arrive at least 30 minutes in advance at the meeting poing (at the south-east side of Cala Paura beach or at the San Vito beach) depending on the season, please check. When you arrive just ask for "DORINO Boat Trip" and wait for instructions.
ebike tour and flavors in Itria Valley
I will be your guide for the tracks and trails of the Valle d'Itria, along sections of the Aqueduct Cycle Route we will visit the places where I grew up including Cisternino and Locorotondo rewarded as the most beautiful villages in Italy and then return to Martina Franca beautiful baroque city. The roads we will follow will be all paths traced and secured, but hidden in the beautiful countryside. I will show you how easy it will be to face the different "climbs" of Valle d'Itria with a pedal assisted bike even for those who are not sporty and trained. We will go to the farm and taste some Apulian specialties with a nice glass of wine, all of local production and those who want, can also buy products. The excursion will give you an unforgettable experience! The real and unique Puglia starts here. In the summer months it is also possible to carry out the experience starting in the afternoon (about 17 pm) - send a request to receive details Other things to note Duration of the tour about 4 hours. Minors (from age 14) accompanied by parents.

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Traditional Puglia cooking class
The cooking class will take place all year round at my family trullo. Here you will take the course either inside an equipped kitchen or outside, under a comfortable wooden patio and you can eat here or in the shade of a centuries-old olive tree. The course will be structured as follows: Welcoming the participants and detailed presentation of the host and the experience; Introduction to the history and gastronomic culture of Puglia; Practical phase which includes three preparations: Preparation of tarallini with wild fennel; Preparation of a typical sweet made with local jams; Preparation of orecchiette with the use of local semolina. At the end of the preparations, the guests comfortably seated at the table under an ancient olive tree (if the course takes place at the trullo) or in a suggestive dining room overlooking the garden, or in the garden itself in favorable weather conditions, will move on to the tasting phase with the following menu: -tarallini and other snacks, -orecchiette topped with meat roll ragout or vegetarian sauce, -the dessert they prepare, -a good glass of wine and a homemade rosolio. Other things to keep in mind Communicate in advance if there are special needs (whether or not you eat meat, if vegetarian or vegan) and any food intolerances or allergies
Dinner in the Malvarosa Trullo Garden
You will be guests in my trullo in Valle d 'Itria to give you a unique experience in the world of gastronomic traditions and wines of our region, Puglia. You will taste the best Apulian recipes in pairing with the wines of the region, sectioned up
Learn to make and cook fresh pasta and oil tasting
Learn to make the famous orecchiette and other formats with me Between centuries-old olive trees and genuine air in our magnificent olive grove in a rustic and well-kept agricultural setting. Using the springs that we expertly produce from the healthy and organic ancient grains, we will teach you how to make the orecchiette , the cavatelli and other forms with the use of simple tools and your hands I will cook for you the pasta we will have made together by teaching you our secrets of cooking and as per our Apulian tradition with different ingredients, simple and unique flavors that you can repeat at home. Couples,families,friends. You are all welcome in our Puglia ,in our magical olive grove where we will see the sun set among the olive trees and I will teach you how to prepare pasta as my grandmother Antonietta and we will eat under the starry sky. In addition, you will be able to taste our extra virgin olive oils and products on our farm. Prepare ,eat, and tell This is our experience. A tasting that you will be passionate about learning how to create the famous pasta made in PUGLIA. You can also buy the oils and products you will taste to take home a piece of Puglia We also move to your facility, so home cooking classes Ask for availability for other days
Make your own souvenir in resin
I can describe this experience like this:you go in a place,you live the place and you create your object with your hands,inspired by the place. The experience: -wellcome coffee -I will wellcome you in my house where my lab is,in the middle of countrysides of Puglia -tour in my atelier where I'm gonna explain to you all the processing techniques about my job -you visit my lab where I will talk with you how to work with resin -we will draw and design a object together -anyone will create its own object,like a personalized souvenir from Puglia -final aperitif with food of the my garden and wine Other things to note it's an easy activity you will work with your hands and make an object in each phase you will be guided by me I assure you that making an object with your hands will be an emotion that you will not for forget
Valle d'Itria Easy E-BikeTour
Along countryside streets, among Trulli, Masserie and dry-stone walls, I will show you the places I love and live in my everyday life, cycling together for 20 km (about 12 miles). We’ll leave from Alberobello, capital of Trulli, heading to Locorotondo, one of the most stunning villages in Valle d’Itria. Here, we’ll get in touch with local people and discover a traditional deli. It would be the opportunity to taste the typical Apulian focaccia, just baked by Giovanni, all accompanied by a glass of good wine or another drink. Then, before coming back to Alberobello, we’ll stop at Maria's bakery to eat some local almond sweets. It won’t be a simple tour, not even an e-bike tour but a little adventure: local life experience, far away from crowed places. Transfer service on request.

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A private historical walk
We will walk, for about 2 hours, in the beautiful city of Matera and specifically in the districts of the Sassi. In this pleasant walk you will have the opportunity to observe the city through the eyes of a historian, who will show you not only the artistic beauties, but also the social, cultural and political value of a truly magical place. This will allow the guest of the experience to truly understand the history of the city, its internal dynamics and the global influences that have influenced the beautiful city of Matera over the centuries. We offer an enveloping story capable of thrilling young and old in the world of history and also giving you pleasant culinary advice on the goodness of the territory. In addition to the two visits (morning and afternoon) we offer the possibility to book the night tour. In this case you will have the opportunity not only to learn about the history of the territory, but also some of its mysteries and its ancient legends. Don't miss this opportunity, take advantage of it!
Dinner in the Malvarosa Trullo Garden
You will be guests in my trullo in Valle d 'Itria to give you a unique experience in the world of gastronomic traditions and wines of our region, Puglia. You will taste the best Apulian recipes in pairing with the wines of the region, sectioned up
Vineyard tour & Wine and Food tasting
Come and discover our farm. We will begin your experience visiting the Moscato di Trani vineyard a few steps from the property and we will present you the peculiar characteristics and the history of the Apulian viticulture. At the end we will taste 4 of our wines, we will explain its history and how the wine was born: - n. 1 Red Wine IGP Puglia; - n. 1 Rosè Wine IGP Puglia; - n. 2 White Wines IGP Puglia and Valle d'Itria; They will accompany the wine tasting with a tasting of typical products of own production or locally-grown. We are waiting for you in our Agriturismo! Would you like to try the experience to live in a true trullo-house? We offer also that: https://www.airbnb.it/rooms/4703115 Other things to note In this period of COVID-19 crisis our experience help you to be away, in our large space in the countryside of Puglia. We will assure the respect of rules and restrictions to contain Corona-virus but anyway we offer a true experience to share with you our vineyard, wines, foods and landscape.
Tasting the best cheeses in Puglia
Our experience will start in a cheese factory to accompany the production of burrata, mozzarella and other typical local Puglia cheeses. And soon after, we will taste these wonderful fresh, cured and always delicious cheeses. Other things to note: Please inform cases of food allergies or intolerances in advance. Thank you!
Materaviglia
Matera has a unique history in the world. A story of redemption, resilience and rebirth that you cannot believe true. That's why I want to tell you about it by this exclusive, immersive and dedicated experience. We will start from the very central Piazzetta Pascoli and here our journey will start back in time. We are going to visit both Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano and during the visit we will touch several aspects: from art to architecture, from history to politics, passing through anthropology and plumbing engineering. We will enrich the experience with 2 reserved entrances but, above all, we will discover the true nature of the Sassi, from the origins to the present day. I bet you're looking forward to learning about the history of this wonderful city now, too. If so, I can't wait to tell you! See you soon! Keep in mind: 1 If necessary, you can do tours with customizable off calendar times. 2) The experience is held with a minimum number of 2 people. 3) Be sure to follow a guided tour with licensed and certified professionals.
Pasta Making Class Nonna Rosa's Orecchiette for Lunch
Nonna Rosa's Orecchiette Let's learn about the basics of our cuisine together. We pass along the values of Puglia tradition by working on the primitive elements: Water and Flour. The present meets the past between scents and colors in the setting of Casa San Giacomo. ---------------------------------------------------- Two hours of Cooking Class next to Nonna Rosa where you will prepare Orecchiette, Maccheroncini, Cavatelli and "Tatà Truccioli". And after your hands in pasta, you can try it.
Boat tour Polignano caves dips aperitivo and emotions
Join me on one of the most beautiful seaside routes in Puglia! You will have unforgettable memories! We will discover the world's unique sea caves. We will explore the Palazzese Cave known to host a restaurant between rocks and sea! You'll see Isla de l 'Eremita, where a man has been isolating for decades! And caves that welcome the sun inside! We will also see the statue of Domenico Modistico and ancient buildings built on the rocks overlooking the sea, which arestill inhabited! All this while you alternate between each cave, you'll discover the stories and legends I've shared along a six-mile route. Before your return, you can't miss a dip in the most beautiful sea waters in Puglia and we will say goodbye with a toast and sample the famous Apulian taralli!
Visita ai Trulli di Alberobello con un nativo
Un tour della città dei trulli con un nativo di Alberobello, nonchè guida turistica abilitata. Una passeggiata attraverso i luoghi e le usanze più intimi della città, quelli che solo un abitante del luogo può svelarvi. Lungo il percorso, conoscerete storie e leggende locali, le usanze e la gastronomia tipica, distinguendo i fatti storici dalle leggende metropolitane. Un viaggio di 400 anni attraverso la Storia di Alberobello, per conoscere le origini ed il perchè della "città più singolare del mondo". Per i più piccoli, è anche prevista una caccia al tesoro, integrata nella visita guidata.
Learn to make and cook fresh pasta and oil tasting
Learn to make the famous orecchiette and other formats with me Between centuries-old olive trees and genuine air in our magnificent olive grove in a rustic and well-kept agricultural setting. Using the springs that we expertly produce from the healthy and organic ancient grains, we will teach you how to make the orecchiette , the cavatelli and other forms with the use of simple tools and your hands I will cook for you the pasta we will have made together by teaching you our secrets of cooking and as per our Apulian tradition with different ingredients, simple and unique flavors that you can repeat at home. Couples,families,friends. You are all welcome in our Puglia ,in our magical olive grove where we will see the sun set among the olive trees and I will teach you how to prepare pasta as my grandmother Antonietta and we will eat under the starry sky. In addition, you will be able to taste our extra virgin olive oils and products on our farm. Prepare ,eat, and tell This is our experience. A tasting that you will be passionate about learning how to create the famous pasta made in PUGLIA. You can also buy the oils and products you will taste to take home a piece of Puglia We also move to your facility, so home cooking classes Ask for availability for other days
Tasting local products and extra virgin oil
Even in winter (warm in Puglia) On our farm just outside San Vito dei Normanni, home to our commercial business, I will introduce you to the world of extra virgin olive oil by introducing you to the different oils that the last oil countryside has given me...from the sweetest to the most fruity I will explain the times and every single variety of olive that I used to create these delights... local wines, simple dishes of our culinary tradition and a series of products from our company will frame it... The perfect experience that will make you feel part of our family , Puglia In the shade of our olive trees or under a pergola ... * our farm is a 2-minute walk from the Penny market bus stop in San Vito dei Normanni that connects to San Vito dei Normanni, so easily accessible also for those traveling by bus. In Vito dei Normanni is located between Brindisi and Ostuni in a straight line. If you need a taxi contact, that's fine. Request a new date,if possible we will accommodate you
Wine, vineyard and food experience with arranged transfer
Imagine an evening of walking through the beauty of Puglia and its vineyards, tasting its wines and unique flavors. Don't forget to enrich the experience with local culture and curiosities about the wine and vineyards. We meet at the Fasano train station, from there through our organized transfer that will bring you in our family farm, in the Martina Franca countryside, in the heart of Valle d 'Itria (departure from Fasano train station at 17.45). In our farm we will start our Wine Experience: we will walk through our vineyards and tell you about their history, cultivation techniques, information about grape varieties and our terroir. Directly in the vineyard overlooking the valley or in our taverna-cantina we will taste 4 wines from our farm Trulli il Castaño. We will accompany every wine with a typical homemade appetizer for a light dinner. We will guide you through the tasting with many curiosities about the wines and their history, winemaking techniques and the territory. No shortage of magical landscapes, memorable sunsets, and good company. At 21.00 about the transfer service will wait you in the property to bring you back safely at Fasano train station by 21.40.
Make your own souvenir in resin
I can describe this experience like this:you go in a place,you live the place and you create your object with your hands,inspired by the place. The experience: -wellcome coffee -I will wellcome you in my house where my lab is,in the middle of countrysides of Puglia -tour in my atelier where I'm gonna explain to you all the processing techniques about my job -you visit my lab where I will talk with you how to work with resin -we will draw and design a object together -anyone will create its own object,like a personalized souvenir from Puglia -final aperitif with food of the my garden and wine Other things to note it's an easy activity you will work with your hands and make an object in each phase you will be guided by me I assure you that making an object with your hands will be an emotion that you will not for forget
Valle d'Itria Easy E-BikeTour
Along countryside streets, among Trulli, Masserie and dry-stone walls, I will show you the places I love and live in my everyday life, cycling together for 20 km (about 12 miles). We’ll leave from Alberobello, capital of Trulli, heading to Locorotondo, one of the most stunning villages in Valle d’Itria. Here, we’ll get in touch with local people and discover a traditional deli. It would be the opportunity to taste the typical Apulian focaccia, just baked by Giovanni, all accompanied by a glass of good wine or another drink. Then, before coming back to Alberobello, we’ll stop at Maria's bakery to eat some local almond sweets. It won’t be a simple tour, not even an e-bike tour but a little adventure: local life experience, far away from crowed places. Transfer service on request.
Treasure hunt in the Sassi
We'll meet at the Castello Tramontano and we'll start getting to know to each other. I'll explain you the rules of the game, I'll give you a map with places that you need to visit as well as riddles to solve for each one. You'll need to keep both your legs and head active to solve them in 1 hour and 45 min, but the reward will be worth the effort. Not to mention that, in the research, you will have the opportunity to discover what are, in my opinion, the true gems of the city. While you go searching, I'll stay at the starting point in case you need more hints. At the end of time you'll come back where we first met and together we'll go to a nearby bar where I'll tell you the history of the places you visited. I'll offer you a coffee and together we'll open the treasure chest after decoding the key! Every one of you will receive a certificate of participation, but only the winner will get the treasure! If you're looking for a different way to get to know the city or an original way of making a gift to someone or simply enjoying yourself, this is definetely the activity for you! On request it is possible to add small gifts or tickets supplied by you to the chest. IF YOU'RE A LARGE GROUP PLEASE CONTACT ME TO ARRANGE A CUSTOMIZED DISCOUNT Free for kids < 4!
Boat excursions in Taranto / Boat Tours in Taranto
We will spend a whole day aboard our Gozzo Sorrentino to discover the Tarantina Coast, departure at 10.00 and we will visit various points of Mar Piccolo and Mar Grande, making various stops to dive into the water and relax, the excursion will last 8 hours with up to 10 people to accommodate on board. We will start from the sant'eligio pier located in the old city of Taranto, we will pass by the swing bridge and the Aragonese castle for ritual photos, entrance to the small sea up to the stone bridge, and after we will go out towards the great sea towards San Vito to make the first swim stop , after some time spent we will reach the cheradi islands composed of the island of san paolo and the island of san pietro are small islets where it is possible to anchor around to take a bath in total relaxation and safety, if the weather conditions allow it we will try to reach the south east side of the Taranto coast which includes the coast road where there are various coves where it is possible to stop and take other dives in a clear and transparent sea all in total safety and assistance by the crew, return at 16.00.
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