Exploring Puglia
If you’re staying a few extra days before or after the wedding, you’ll find that Puglia has endless beauty to discover — from hilltop villages and ancient olive groves to turquoise coastlines and unforgettable food.
The area around Fasano is perfectly located for day trips to some of the region’s most charming towns, each with its own unique atmosphere, local traditions, and delicious specialties.
Cisternino
A Timeless Hilltop Village
Just 15 minutes from Fasano, Cisternino is one of the most charming villages in the Valle d’Itria, known for its whitewashed alleys, small piazzas, and breathtaking views of olive groves and trulli scattered across the countryside.
It’s the perfect spot for a relaxed evening walk or dinner under the stars.
What to try:
Cisternino is famous for its “fornello pronto” tradition, small butcher shops that grill your chosen meats on the spot.
Try bombette pugliesi (pork rolls stuffed with cheese and herbs), salsiccia, and local red wines from the Valle d’Itria. It’s rustic, authentic, and full of local flavor — a true taste of southern Italy.
Polignano a Mare
Cliffs and Sea Views
About 30 minutes north of Fasano, Polignano a Mare is one of the most picturesque towns in Italy, perched high above the turquoise Adriatic Sea.
It’s ideal for a seaside stroll, a gelato stop, or a long lunch with a view.
What to try:
Here, seafood is the highlight — raw fish platters, octopus salad, and grilled catch of the day are local staples.
The simple, pure flavors of olive oil, lemon, and sea salt define the cuisine, often paired with crisp white wines from the nearby coast.
Alberobello
Land of the Trulli
Only 20 minutes from Fasano, Alberobello looks like a fairytale village with its iconic cone-shaped trulli houses.
It’s a wonderful spot for a morning visit or a quiet afternoon exploring artisan shops and traditional bakeries.
What to try:
In Alberobello and the surrounding Valle d’Itria, you’ll find rich countryside flavors — burrata and mozzarella, orecchiette with turnip greens.
Pair your meal with a glass of Locorotondo DOC white wine or a robust Primitivo for a true local experience.
Puglia tours you can book
To book: +39 393 994 0656
Alberobello Locorotondo Cisternino Tour
6-hour tour
Cost for up to 2 people: €280
Cost for up to 8 people: €350
Otranto and lecce Tour
6-hour tour
Cost for up to 2 people: €400
Cost for up to 8 people: €480
Matera Tour
6-hour tour
Cost for up to 2 people: €300
Cost for up to 8 people: €380
MONOPOLI AND POLIGNANO Tour
6-hour tour
Cost for up to 2 people: €250
Cost for up to 8 people: €350