Italy

Winter in Italy: Puglia’s Hidden Gems

Program No. 23004RJ
Discover the vibrant history and cuisine of Puglia — a coastal region located on Italy’s “heel” — during the winter months when the weather is mild and there are fewer crowds.

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Nov 4 - Nov 11, 2024
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2,399
Dec 2 - Dec 9, 2024
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2,399
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Jan 20 - Jan 27, 2025
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2,549
Feb 7 - Feb 14, 2025
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Feb 17 - Feb 24, 2025
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Nov 3 - Nov 10, 2025
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Dec 1 - Dec 8, 2025
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DATES & starting prices
PRICES
Nov 4 - Nov 11, 2024
Starting at
2,749
Dec 2 - Dec 9, 2024
Starting at
2,749
Full Inventory
Jan 20 - Jan 27, 2025
Starting at
2,929
Feb 7 - Feb 14, 2025
Starting at
2,929
Filling Fast!
Feb 17 - Feb 24, 2025
Starting at
2,929
Nov 3 - Nov 10, 2025
Starting at
2,929
Full Inventory
Dec 1 - Dec 8, 2025
Starting at
2,929

At a Glance

Located on Italy’s “heel,” Puglia boasts the longest stretch of coastline of any other mainland region in the country. Explore Puglia’s idyllic coast from the Baroque city of Lecce to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Alberobello, all while learning about its rich history, tantalizing cuisine and local life. Brush up on your Italian during session with your Group Leader and try your hand at creating local dishes during a hands-on cooking class. You’ll experience the very best of Puglia during the mild winter months when all the tourists have gone home!
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to two and a half miles; some uneven ground and cobblestones. Stairs without railings.
Small Group
Small Group
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.

What You'll Learn

  • Discover the Baroque beauty of Lecce — the “Florence of the South” — on an expert-led walking exploration of the Old City.
  • Learn the vast history of the Sassi de Matera, a troglodyte settlement and one of the oldest cities in the world.
  • Marvel in the unique trulli houses of Alberobello, historic homes built during the 16th century that are now a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Emanuela D'Andria
Emanuela D’Andria graduated with a degree in interpreting French and English from the Higher School of Modern Languages for Interpreters and Translators at the University of Trieste. She has been creating and leading educational explorations throughout Italy and abroad since 1998, including programs in the U.S., Canada, U.K., France, Germany. and Holland. Emanuela has enjoyed leading Road Scholar programs since 2006.

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Emanuela D’Andria graduated with a degree in interpreting French and English from the Higher School of Modern Languages for Interpreters and Translators at the University of Trieste. She has been creating and leading educational explorations throughout Italy and abroad since 1998, including programs in the U.S., Canada, U.K., France, Germany. and Holland. Emanuela has enjoyed leading Road Scholar programs since 2006.
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