On this informal slow pace walking tour of Cisternino and Ostuni 'La Città Bianca', two very different Puglianese touwns built on hills, you will discover the narrow, winding streets, stunning architecture and amazing views over the olive groves, Valle 'Itria and sparkling Adriatic sea. As an option you can visit the "Masseria Brancati ", a farmhouse completely surrounded by majestic centuries old olive trees, some of which are more than a thousand years old.
- The white colour that shines in the blue sky
- Culture , architecture and amazing views
- Olive oil and almonds
| Included | - Hotel pick up - Guided walking tour of the old town centre - Coffee break |
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| Not included | Optional guided tour of "Masseria Brancati" with olive oil tasting at the price of 40 Euro per person.
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| Duration | 9 Hours or 0 Hour |
| Bring along | Comfortable shoes and casual smart dress |
| Participants | Tour takes place from a solo passenger to a maximum of 8 |
| Important information | Departure from your accomodation at 9.30 a.m. The tour will last about 4 hours. |
Venue
Ostuni, Ostuni, BR, Italy
Offered by
Green Italy Experiences
Further information
We start our slow pace walking tour in Cisternino , an authentic town with few tourists. Cisternino has an intersting Piazza , surrounded by churches on one side , overloooking the stunning Valle'D'itria on the other. We wander the back streets of the Historic old town and discover the winding streets and architecture. We then drive to Ostuni to the biggest square in the city, Piazza Della Libertà, where you can admire the Palace of San Francesco, a restored former monastery. Witness the St. Oronzo statue, the town's patron saint the which looks over the piazza.
Continue your tour with a visit to the magnificent Gothic/Baroque Cathedral, then wander through the picturesque white alleys of the Old Town to reach the wonderful and charming church of Santa Maria Della Stella.
You might have a short stroll around the city walls and some free time for shopping or as an option you can visit "La Masseria Brancati". This fortified farmhouse has preserved all the original features and is therefore a genuine historical interest. A farmhouse recognized with the mark of "Turismo Sostenibile" because of its high quality and a for its environmental sustainability. Olive oil tasting experience within the secular olive trees.
