Begin your experience with a pickup from your hotel in Otranto (or at a pre-arranged meeting point). Meet your professional bilingual driver and board an elegant luxury car or van. As you leave Otranto behind, admire ancient olive groves, traditional masserie, and glimpses of the sparkling Adriatic Sea outside your window.
Arrive in Monopoli, where you will begin your visit with a self-guided tour. Step into a seaside town where maritime traditions and noble history meet. The charming Old Town opens onto the picturesque Porto Antico, where colorful fishing boats still define daily life.
As you wander through whitewashed alleys and sunlit piazzas, reach the impressive Castello Carlo V. Built in the 16th century by Emperor Charles V to defend the city from sea invasions, the fortress still dominates the coastline with its pentagonal structure and powerful bastions facing the Adriatic.
From its exterior walls, it is easy to understand why Monopoli was such a strategic stronghold. Here, history, architecture, and the scent of the sea merge into one vivid and immersive experience.
At the agreed time, your driver will be ready to continue the journey seamlessly toward the next destination.
Next, head to Polignano a Mare, perched on spectacular limestone cliffs above crystal-clear waters. Here as well, you will enjoy a self-guided tour, allowing you to explore the village freely and at your own pace.
Walk through the historic center and discover panoramic terraces overlooking the Adriatic along with hidden corners carved into the rock.
Admire Lama Monachile, the iconic cove framed by towering cliffs — one of the most photographed views in southern Italy. Along the seafront promenade, encounter the statue of Domenico Modugno, the legendary singer born here, immortalized with open arms facing the sea — a tribute to his timeless song “Volare.”
Throughout the day, the schedule is designed to ensure a relaxed and enjoyable pace, without rushing. This is the perfect moment to explore deeply and soak in the atmosphere of each place. At the end of the experience, your private driver will escort you comfortably back to Otranto.