Vespa Tour between Polignano a Mare and Conversano and Monopoli from Bari
Our journey starts from Bari towards Polignano a Mare, a jewel nestled between the cliffs overlooking the Adriatic Sea. After a scenic stop, we continue along the coast to the Abbey of San Vito, a fascinating architectural complex overlooking the sea. We cross the suggestive Costa Ripagnola, a stretch of coastline dotted with solitary trulli and still uncontaminated landscapes. We then reach Conversano, where we take a tasty break in a historic bakery to taste the traditional Apulian focaccia.
We resume the tour towards Monopoli, where we live a sensory experience in the artisan dairy, discovering the secrets of milk processing and local cheese production. We conclude our tour with a visit to the workshop of Peppino Campanella, a glass artist known for his creations inspired by the sea. A journey through culture, nature, art and flavors of Puglia, to be experienced intensely... before returning to Bari.
Options
Pickup from Bari and transfer
Pick-up from Bari: Pick-up from Bari, at Largo degli Heroi, with minivan and minibus and return transfer to the starting point of the Vespa tour.
What's included in Vespa Tour between Polignano a Mare and Conversano and Monopoli from Bari
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Polignano a Mare
The tur begins and ends in Polignano a Mare, famous for its breathtaking cliffs. Our itinerary extends along the coast, leading us to the unmissable Abbey of San Vito, an architectural jewel overlooking the sea. After the next visits, on the way back, we will visit the workshop of the famous artist Peppino Campanella, renowned for his extraordinary glass sculptures. In his atelier, we can admire unique creations inspired by the sea and light, the result of a combination of craftsmanship and artistic sensitivity.
Cozze
The route continues along the picturesque Costa Ripagnola, a coastal stretch that extends between Polignano a Mare and the locality of Cozze. This area is known for its pristine beauty and the solitary trulli that dot the landscape, representing one of the most authentic and wild corners of the Apulian coast.
Conversano
The road continues through the countryside until you reach nearby Conversano, where you will have the opportunity to admire the Aragonese Castle and the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, a magnificent example of Apulian Romanesque architecture. But Conversano is not only history: it is also a must-see for gastronomy lovers. During the stop, we will visit a historic bakery to taste the famous local focaccia and witness the production process, an authentic experience that will immerse us in the gastronomic culture of the area.
Inclusions
- Crossing of Costa Ripagnola
- Tasting typical products
- Visit to Peppino Campanella Glass Laboratory
- Guided tour of Monopoli
- Pick up from Bari
- Vespa rental
- Tourist Guide of Zaragoza
- Tips
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- To participate in the tour or to rent a Vespa, previous experience of riding on scooters/Vespas with automatic transmission is required. In the absence of such an experience, the reservation cannot be confirmed. On the day of the tour, a test of driving skills will be carried out: in case the participant does not demonstrate sufficient mastery of the vehicle, it will not be possible to continue with the tour for safety reasons. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- The meeting with the participants takes place at Largo Eroi del Mare, near the statue of Giuseppe Mazzini.
