Top Bari On the Water

The coastline of Polignano a Mare is dotted with picturesque grottoes and coves, only accessible by sea. With this small-group boat tour, you'll be able to cruise right up to the coast and dive into the turquoise waters of the Adriatic to swim or snorkel. Learn about this area's history and traditions from your skipper, snap pictures of the Grotta Azzurra and Grotta Piana, and relax over drinks on board.

The POLIGNANO kayak trip is a fascinating tour, not physically demanding and therefore also suitable for those who have never gone kayaking. Included in the price is the SEA KAYAK COURSE FOR BEGINNERS guided by a 2nd level sea kayak instructor of the Italian Canoe and Kayak Federation. On the way we will show you hidden caves and ravines, all to be explored! After putting on the life jackets and entering our kayaks, we will be ready to sail southwards alongside the splendid and very high coast of Polignano. We will pass by the famous beach of Lama Monachile, we will visit Arcivescovado Cave, Palazzese Cave and will swim into the clear water of the Sotto Favale Cave. This trip gives great emotions and allows you to navigate the blue waters of the coast of Polignano looking at the very high rocky coast that separates the city from the sea. N.B. The route may change according to weather and sea conditions

Experience the thrill of scuba diving even if you don't have a diving certificate with this assisted introductory dive. Learn the basics of scuba gear and diving techniques and take your first plunge with the guidance of specialized instructors. Explore the crystalline waters off the Polignano a Mare coast, known for its rich marine life and colorful seabed, and then relax over drinks and snacks.

Explore the captivating coastline of Polignano a Mare up close and personal with this standup paddleboarding (SUP) adventure. Discover sea grottoes and hidden beaches that can't be reached by land or boats, take a dip in crystalline coves, and take in one of Puglia's most picturesque seaside villages from the water. Begin with a quick SUP lesson with your guide and instructor, ideal for first-time standup paddleboarders.

Make the most of your time in Bari with this walking tour that combines sightseeing with a deep dive into the city’s street-food traditions. Follow your guide through the squares and lanes of Bari Vecchia, stopping to sample a variety of treats from “panzerotti” to “sgagliozze”. Pass through the vibrant Piazza Mercantile and admire highlights like the Basilica of San Nicola and the Cathedral of San Sabino during your gastro-walk.

Team a walking tour of Bari with a cooking class in a local home, and discover the secrets of the local orecchiette pasta. With a private guide, you’ll make your way around the enticing Old Town lanes, discovering landmarks such as the Basilica of St. Nicholas and hearing the city’s history. After a visit to the city’s French enclave with its modern seafront sights, you’ll visit the home of a local to make fresh pasta pomodoro and try the local primitivo red wine.

Taste your way around town with this street food tour of Bari, and learn about the city’s signature treats from a private guide. Starting with a walk around Bari’s Old Town, the tour introduces you to standout sights such as the Basilica of St. Nicholas and its sacred crypt. Continue to explore the cobblestoned enclave, trying fresh burrata cheese, focaccia, salumi, panzerotti, and home-made gelato. Finally, you’ll finish with a visit to the city’s French neighborhood where a large fish market is held.

Experience Bari’s authentic culinary scene with this insider’s food tour in the city’s old town. Comb the Quartiere Umbertino neighborhood for traditional delicacies, stopping at an old-school wine bar to sample regional wines and cheeses. Then dive into two bustling markets to taste specialties like raw fresh fish and focaccia before relaxing over a four-course meal at a local home.

The historic town of Trani and UNESCO-listed Castel del Monte are two of the most alluring sights in Puglia, but visiting them both in one day by train or bus can be frustrating. With this driving tour, enjoy convenient pickup at the location of your choice and hassle-free transportation via air-conditioned private minivan. Explore the seaside town and castle at your own pace, with time to shop, dine, and take photos.

Ostuni, Martina Franca, and Alberobello are three gems of Puglia’s Itria Valley, but visiting these towns in one day by bus or train is almost impossible. With this driving tour, skip the hassle and delays of public transportation and instead relax on board a private minivan to each town. Take in the famed “trulli” in Alberobello, sweeping views from Martina Franca, and the historic cathedral in Ostuni before the return drive.

With a private guide, visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one day. First, explore Matera, including the Sassi area, a complex of cave dwellings carved into the mountainside. Nearby, rock churches house 13th-century frescoes. Then it’s on to Alberobello to see the Trulli, an awe-inspiring collection of mortarless limestone dwellings, a prehistoric building technique still used in the region.

Explore Puglia’s capital on this 2-hour bike tour that takes you through Bari’s maze-like old town and lesser-known neighborhoods outside the city center. Cover much more distance than walking to see highlights such as the San Sabino Cathedral, the Basilica di San Nicola, and the local fish market while your guide shares insight into the city’s heritage. Take in beautiful seaside views and stop for a tasting of delicious handmade ice cream.

Experience an authentic hands-on pasta making class in Bari on this 3-hour tour. Learn how to make traditional Italian pasta from start to finish using the proper Italian ingredients and techniques. Then create a delicious pasta dish with help from your host and sit down to the fruits of your labor with a bottle of local wine.

Discover the sights and flavors of Bari on a bike tour. After exploring the historic Old Town on two wheels, you’ll then visit a bakery, brewery, deli, winery, and a gelateria. Sample food at each venue, trying treats such as the local ‘focaccia barese,’ before you venture into the modern streets of the city’s French quarter.

There are places in Polignano a mare that can be touched and excited only if seen with the Sup because it manages to put you in contact with nature and adventure. We will cross places that only with the Sup you can do, you will take baths and all that only with the Sup you can do. The only way to fully enjoy a unique experience is aboard our Sup

It is not the usual tour but a riot of emotions. Those who wish can participate in the maneuvers on board and guide the sailboat. If the sea permits, we play beautiful games by having the boat pulled by the wind with a rope. The Apulian snack offered by the captain is excellent. We like to advise our guests on how to spend their holidays in Puglia well.

What makes unique the service we offer is the preparation and experience that is provided to the customer. The spectacular scenery and the beauty of the place will ensure that this experience will remain forever etched in your hearts.

Wonderful experience to discover the HIDDEN TREASURES of Polignano a Mare. Breathtaking cliffs and sea caves: the magic of an almost inaccessible nature that can only be discovered with this unique tour... with FREE DRINKS INCLUDED! Free cancellation or reschedule in case of bad weather/sea conditions.

Spend two days exploring the fishing village of Polignano a Mare by land and sea without the hassle of arranging transportation and accommodations with this tour that overnights in Bari. Kick off with a quick visit to Bari’s historic center before heading to Polignano for a walking tour and lunch. The next morning, set sail along Polignano’s coastline to admire the sea grottoes from the sea and end with a traditional lunch.

Southern Italy’s beaches and cuisine seduce travelers from the world over, but few travelers experience them as an Italians do: swimming and sunbathing in the morning, and then olive oil, mozzarella, and red wine in the afternoon. With this tour, let a local pick you up from your hotel, take you to one of Bari’s best beaches for a few hours, and then to a cooking school for a lesson in Pugliese cuisine.

The experience allows you to admire the city of Bari from the sea, sailing a few hundred meters from the coast and from the places of greatest interest. It will also be possible to learn the rudiments of navigation by trying to steer the boat directly or by carrying out the simplest maneuvers such as tacking, jibing or anchoring in a bay sheltered from the wind. Depending on the time of exit, there is lunch or dinner with typical products (focaccia, taralli, olives and local wine). Respecting the safety conditions and if the weather conditions allow it, it will be possible to swim offshore in the open sea. With a little luck, you will be able to admire small schools of dolphins playing with the boat. The possibility of being able to enjoy the experience strictly depends on the weather conditions.