The Trajan Way by bike
Self-guided bike tour - 7 Days/ 6 Nights
"Via Traiana" or "Trajan Way" refers to an ancient Roman road built by the Emperor Trajan in the early 2nd century AD. It connected Beneventum (modern Benevento) to Brundisium (modern Brindisi).
Our cycle tour will take you to discover beautiful coastal cities and the Apulian hinterland, retracing this ancient and historic path. The tour starts from Trani, charming coastal city with its Cathedral dedicated to San Nicola the Pilgrim. Leaving Trani you will cycle through the cities of the great cathedrals: Andria, Corato and Ruvo di Puglia, Terlizzi, Giovinazzo until you reach the regional capital: the enchanting city of Bari. Lose yourself in the noisy streets of the old city of Bari, savor street food like panzerotti, sgagliozze and popizze. Don't forget to cross Via Arco Basso, where friendly grannies will teach you how to make the typical Apulian pasta: orecchiette. A pleasant ride along the coast then will take you to Mola di Bari and then to Polignano a Mare, “the Pearl of the Adriatic”. Its historic centre, made of narrow lanes and whitewashed houses, is perched on a cliff overlooking the crystal clear waters of the Adriatic Sea. Not everyone knows that the city of Polignano was the birthplace of the singer-songwriter Domenico Modugno, with his famous song "Volare oh oh". Walking through the streets overlooking the sea you will want to sing it too! We continue along the coast, arriving first at the tourist port of Monopoli, an enchanting city with its castle on the sea and its rich history, then at Savelletri and the ancient disappeared City of Egnazia. A visit to the Archaeological Park of Egnazia cannot be missed in your travel program. The park contains an entire part of the Appian - Trajan Way. The tour will take you to discover the city of Ostuni, famous for its whitewashed walls it is called "the White City". The last stretch will take you to the end of the Appian - Trajan Way, that is: to the port city of Brindisi. At the end of this ancient street stands the Roman column, you will then have reached the seafront of Brindisi, the city of two castles. Before reaching the city of Brindisi, you will pass through Carovigno and its fascinating medieval castle and the Torre Guaceto Natural Reserve: a protected marine area.
Our cycle tour will take you to discover beautiful coastal cities and the Apulian hinterland, retracing this ancient and historic path. The tour starts from Trani, charming coastal city with its Cathedral dedicated to San Nicola the Pilgrim. Leaving Trani you will cycle through the cities of the great cathedrals: Andria, Corato and Ruvo di Puglia, Terlizzi, Giovinazzo until you reach the regional capital: the enchanting city of Bari. Lose yourself in the noisy streets of the old city of Bari, savor street food like panzerotti, sgagliozze and popizze. Don't forget to cross Via Arco Basso, where friendly grannies will teach you how to make the typical Apulian pasta: orecchiette. A pleasant ride along the coast then will take you to Mola di Bari and then to Polignano a Mare, “the Pearl of the Adriatic”. Its historic centre, made of narrow lanes and whitewashed houses, is perched on a cliff overlooking the crystal clear waters of the Adriatic Sea. Not everyone knows that the city of Polignano was the birthplace of the singer-songwriter Domenico Modugno, with his famous song "Volare oh oh". Walking through the streets overlooking the sea you will want to sing it too! We continue along the coast, arriving first at the tourist port of Monopoli, an enchanting city with its castle on the sea and its rich history, then at Savelletri and the ancient disappeared City of Egnazia. A visit to the Archaeological Park of Egnazia cannot be missed in your travel program. The park contains an entire part of the Appian - Trajan Way. The tour will take you to discover the city of Ostuni, famous for its whitewashed walls it is called "the White City". The last stretch will take you to the end of the Appian - Trajan Way, that is: to the port city of Brindisi. At the end of this ancient street stands the Roman column, you will then have reached the seafront of Brindisi, the city of two castles. Before reaching the city of Brindisi, you will pass through Carovigno and its fascinating medieval castle and the Torre Guaceto Natural Reserve: a protected marine area.
Itinerary
Day 1. ARRIVAL IN TRANI
Individual arrival in Trani, a charming town on the Adriatic Sea. Have a chance to stroll around the old town centre, a charming mediaeval network of streets arranged around the picturesque fishing port, which is itself flanked by numerous bars, cafés and fish restaurants. Don't forget to visit the Cathedral, one of the most beautiful examples of Puglia’s Romanesque architecture. Overnight stay in Trani.
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Day 2. TRANI - RUVO DI PUGLIA 50 km / +450m
Bike delivery and briefing. Leaving the Adriatic Sea behind, you will cycle inland surrounded by vineyards and olive trees. Passing through the medieval towns of Andria and Corato, you will end your first stage in Ruvo di Puglia, renowned for its fascinating Romanesque Cathedral and precious ceramics. Overnight stay in Ruvo di Puglia.
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day 3. RUVO DI PUGLIA - BARI 47 km / +150m
An easy ride will take you back to the Adriatic Coast and then to Bari, Puglia’s regional capital, a city of two faces: the elegant Murat district, with its palaces, and the colours and flavours of Bari Vecchia, the medieval old town. Along the route, you will find Terlizzi and Giovinazzo with their charming historic centres. Overnight stay in Bari.
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Day 4. BARI - POLIGNANO A MARE 45 km / +200m
A pleasant ride along the coast will take you to Mola di Bari and then to Polignano a Mare, a small but unique town known as “the Pearl of the Adriatic”. Its historic centre, made of narrow lanes and whitewashed houses, is perched on a cliff overlooking the crystal clear waters of the Adriatic Sea. Overnight stay in Polignano a Mare.
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Day 5. POLIGNANO A MARE - OSTUNI 55 km / +400m
Continuing along the coast, you will soon find another gem of the Adriatic, Monopoli, with its picturesque old port. Then, you will cycle near the Archaeological Park of Egnazia. An important port during the Roman period, Egnazia was a lively centre crossed by the Trajan Way, of which it is still possible to see the tracks. After Savelletri, you will leave the coast and, cycling surrounded by old olive trees, you will get to Ostuni, “the White Town”. Overnight stay in Ostuni.
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Day 6. OSTUNI - BRINDISI 50 km / +180m
After visiting the small medieval village of Carovigno, you will bike through olive groves towards the sea and reach the Torre Guaceto Nature Reserve. Then, a coastal route will take you to Brindisi, crossroads of people and cultures since ancient times, thanks to its natural port and strategic position in the Mediterranean sea. Overnight stay in Brindisi.
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day 7. DEPARTURE DAY
Departure after breakfast and Arrivederci Puglia!
Price details
CATEGORY |
Low season |
Mid-season |
High season |
CATEGORY: Economy B&B/HOTEL 3* |
€ 1.000 |
€ 1.185 |
€ 1.370 |
CATEGORY: Deluxe HOTEL 4*/5* |
€ 1.330 |
€ 1.755 |
€ 2.075 |
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LOW SEASON
From Jan 7th to Mar 31st From Apr 7th to May 31st From Sep 21st to Dec 21st MID SEASON
From Jun 1st to Jul 13th From Aug 25th to Sep 20th HIGH SEASON
From Mar 28th to Apr 6th From Jul 14th to Aug 24th From Dec 22nd to Jan 6th |
what is included:
*Reduce Waste! Bring Your Helmet and Refill Your Water Bottle! For a more responsible tourism experience, we encourage you to bring your own helmet and refillable water bottle. If needed, we are happy to provide these items for you. Please inform us in advance if you require them. not included:
supplements:
SINGLE ROOM: + 30 % on the base quote AUGUST SUPPLEMENTS: From 01st Aug to 23rd Aug 2024 Category Economy: € +215 per pax Category Deluxe: € +435 per pax E-BIKE RENTAL: +140 € per bike |
Bikes available
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