A dream come true for the wine-lovers among us, or for those who simply wish to appreciate the bounty of high-quality food and wine that Puglia has to offer. Aside from being one of the best times of year to visit, this tour centers on what has left celebrity chefs overjoyed: Puglia’s uniquely traditional cuisine and rich agricultural heritage.

Thanks of its geographic position and the presence of Brindisi, Otranto, Bari, Trani and Barletta ports, Puglia has been a transit point for many Jewish exiles – most heading to Israel. This crossing point therefore made of Puglia a privileged region for the Western Europe diaspora. On this guided tour, you will be taken on a journey through Jewish history in Puglia and Basilicata. You will be taken on a historic walking tour of the Jewish Museum in Lecce, set inside a historical palace in which traces of its Jewish past (such as a few mikvot and a mezuzah) still remain. In Trani, Oria and Nardò, which hosted the most prominent Jewish communities in Southeastern Italy, our local guides will highlight unique history of Jewish settlers in this region. Trip highlights include local food making and tasting, Matera’s meandering stone streets and seaside views of the Mediterranean.

Savor a one-of-a-kind journey into autumn, for an authentic travel experience that offers you the best of the seasons’ flavors and traditions.

This trip offers exclusive cultural experiences in a journey to the heart of Easter in Southern Italy. From processions to pasta-making to picnics in the countryside, you’ll be delighted by the whimsical springtime sights, scents and traditions. Highlights include Lecce, Taranto, Matera, Gallipoli, Manduria, S.M. di Leuca and Pasquetta in Acaya.