Discover Monopoli: Countryside Bike Tour with Visits to Rural Churches and Olive Groves
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Monopoli
Embark on a countryside bike tour in Monopoli, Italy, and explore rural churches, olive groves, and historic landmarks. Immerse yourself in the rich history and beauty of the Puglia countryside.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi - One of the most lively part of Monopoli is Garibaldi square in the heart of the old town, lined with cafes, restaurants, and bars.
    Piazza Garibaldi, currently the main tourist attraction in the city’s old centre, for its beauty and sophistication, cultural interest and the presence of the most popular venues, derives historically from the silting up of the ancient port basin by the Normans around, according to sources, 1049.
What's Included
  • Helmet included for safety
  • Complimentary city map
  • Bicycle provided for the tour
  • Secure luggage storage available
  • Refreshing fruit sorbet served
  • Tour requires a minimum of 4 participants
  • Subject to change if minimum participation not met
What's Not Included
  • Food
  • Children under the age of 14 are not admitted
  • Travelers under 45 kg are not admitted
Additional Information

Immerse yourself in the scenic beauty of Monopoli, guided by a knowledgeable local expert. Explore unique rural chapels, farmhouses, and underground oil-mills in this historically rich region.

Your journey commences with an exploration of Monopoli’s historic center, pausing at its Duomo, the Basilica Concattedrale. Following that, we journey into the heart of Puglia’s countryside, a landscape adorned with olive groves and dry-stone walls.

Continuing along the tour, we unravel ancient paths leading to the rural church of Spirito Santo. This millennium-old grotto church has operated since the 9th century and is adorned with medieval frescoes. The twisted olive trees and fortified farmhouses, or ‘masserie’, embody the enthralling charm of rural life.

The tour culminates with a peaceful cycling excursion and a delightful tasting of homemade sorbetto, free from city traffic.

Note: The itinerary includes stops at the attractions we’ll visit. The remainder of the time will be spent on a pleasant ride.

  • Minimum 4 partecipants are required
  • Children under 14-years are not admitted
  • Minimum height to participate 150 cm
Location
Largo Giuseppe Garibaldi, 24
Largo Giuseppe Garibaldi
Tourist Info Point (Sala dei Pescatori)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Suetony2016
Sep 14, 2023
Monopoli countryside Bike tour - We loved this bicycle tour of the countryside with Leo. We stopped at the cemetery on the outskirts of town and also at the cave Church of the Holy Spirit and a masseria. We sampled many different foods found along the way including almonds, cactus fruits and figs. The tour was such fun and very informative, the time flew by.
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Greg_h
Sep 14, 2023
Martino is the best - This was a wonderful trip especially because Martino was the best guide we have ever had. He had great knowledge of the area and was great fun all day. Great trip. Martino made it wonderful
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