Apulia ~ Undiscovered Italy

Life moves at a slower pace in Apulia, Italy’s sun-kissed southern region. Each day invites new opportunities to drink in vistas of brilliant blue seas and savor the region’s famously fresh cuisine. Along your journey, celebrate Puglia’s authentic culture and warm hospitality.

Apulia ~ Undiscovered Italy

Life moves at a slower pace in Apulia, Italy’s sun-kissed southern region. Each day invites new opportunities to drink in vistas of brilliant blue seas and savor the region’s famously fresh cuisine. Along your journey, celebrate Puglia’s authentic culture and warm hospitality.

Highlights

  • From its tranquil seafront promenade to the Murat quarter and the 11th-century Basilica di San Nicola, encounter Bari’s incredible landmarks then feel the ocean breeze as you explore Polignano a Mare
  • Marvel in the architecture of Locorotondo, with its pointed gable roofs then visit a family-owned winery for lunch and wine tasting before heading to Alberobello with its panorama of stout-shaped homes topped by distinctive conical rooftops 
  • Travel through the Valle d’Itria to Ostuni where whitewashed buildings drape majestically over a hilltop setting and continue to a family-run olive mill for a guided tour and lunch
This is an exclusive U-M departure operated by AHI.

Itinerary

Day 1: Depart U.S. for Bari, Italy
Day 2: Bari | Polignano a Mare
Day 3: Bari | Polignano a Mare
Day 4: Locorotondo | Alberobello
Day 5: Lecce | Ostuni
Day 6: Trani | Biscegli
Day 7: Matera
Day 8: Polignano a Mare
Day 9: Depart for U.S.

Host

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Michael Traugott

Professor Emeritus, Political Science and Communication Studies

Fun fact

Not counting things in my professional life, I am a certified fly casting instructor.

U-M Role

I am a specialist in political communication, campaigns and elections, and the use of polls in journalism. I also have an appointment in the Center for Political Studies at the Institute for Social Research.

Trip Experience

I have traveled to Italy many times. My wife and I both have Italian American mothers.

Available to Book
May 22-30, 2024

Starting price

$3,495
*No single supplement

Deposit per person

$600

Countries Visited

Italy

Activity Level

Medium
May 22-30, 2024

Starting price

$3,495

Deposit per person

$600

Countries Visited

Italy

Activity Level

Medium
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