Martina Franca and the Valle d'Itria: a practical tour guide from Brindisi
The Valle d'Itria is the green heart of Puglia, famous for its trulli, whitewashed villages and hillside baroque architecture. In a 7-hour tour from Brindisi, at €200 per vehicle, you can comfortably visit Martina Franca, Locorotondo and Cisternino, three gems often less crowded than Alberobello but just as charming.
From
200 €
per vehicle, up to 8 people
Duration: 7 ore
Location and distance from Brindisi
The Valle d'Itria stretches across the provinces of Taranto, Bari and Brindisi, about 45-60 minutes by car from Salento's airport. Martina Franca is the largest town, followed by Locorotondo and the hamlet of Cisternino, both listed among 'Italy's most beautiful villages'.
Getting between these towns without your own car is tricky: bus connections are limited and don't allow visiting several places in one day. A private transfer lets you optimise your time instead, hopping from one village to the next with a driver waiting during your visits.
Martina Franca: baroque splendour in the Murge hills
Martina Franca's old town impresses with the elegance of its local baroque style, visible in the Ducal Palace and the Basilica of San Martino. Whitewashed alleys decorated with wrought-iron balconies open onto lively squares with historic cafés and shops selling local products such as capocollo.
Wandering aimlessly through the old town's lanes is the best way to discover Martina Franca: every corner reveals a different view, from baroque churches to noble palaces and small hidden courtyards telling centuries of Messapian and Spanish history.
Locorotondo: the circular village among the vineyards
Locorotondo takes its name from the perfectly circular layout of its old town, a maze of white lanes and 'cummerse', the characteristic houses with sloping roofs. From here you enjoy a spectacular view over the Valle d'Itria, dotted with trulli and verdeca grape vineyards.
The village is perfect for a relaxing break between excursions: small bars overlooking the valley serve a glass of local wine, ideal for admiring the landscape before heading to the next stop of the tour.
Cisternino and the scattered trulli in the countryside
Cisternino, one of Italy's most beautiful villages, retains an intact old town with arches, whitewashed alleys and the famous tradition of 'bombette', grilled meat rolls cooked in the town's butcher-restaurants. It's an unmissable food stop.
The surrounding countryside is dotted with thousands of isolated trulli, often converted into farmhouses or masserie. A short countryside drive along the lanes reveals authentic glimpses of rural Puglia, away from the busiest tourist flows.
Prices and organising the tour from Brindisi
Our 7-hour Valle d'Itria tour costs a total of €200 per vehicle, up to 8 people, VAT included. The price includes driver, fuel, tolls and stops in all three villages. The itinerary can be shortened to just two stops for a more relaxed pace.
We use air-conditioned sedans and minivans with drivers who know the area well and can recommend local restaurants or lesser-known viewpoints. Child seats are provided free of charge on request when booking.
How to book on WhatsApp
Message us on WhatsApp at +39 351 90 82 843 with the date, preferred departure time and number of participants. We confirm availability and a proposed itinerary straight away, customisable to your interests (history, food and wine, or photography).
Payment is made directly to the driver on the day of the tour, no deposit required. The driver will wait for you punctually at the agreed pick-up point and accompany you all day through the Valle d'Itria's most charming villages.
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