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uglia is one of Italy’s most appealing and unspoiled regions, where life passes by

at an unhurried pace. It has extraordinary Baroque and Renaissance architecture

plus the World Heritage-listed conically roofed white stone huts called trulli.

Accommodation is often found in masserias – restored farmhouses – while the region’s

sunny climate produces fine-flavoured ingredients showcased in highly regarded rustic

cuisine. Some call it the new Tuscany, minus the crowds. Between walks of five to eight

kilometres, guests in the intimate group of no more than 14 will visit Puglia’s architectural

hotspots such as the 15th-century town of Alberobello, learn secrets of the local cuisine

with an Apulian mamma in Lecce, and visit Matera, famous for its ancient cave dwellings

and as the setting for Mel Gibson’s The Passion of the Christ.

The stunning Amalfi Coast, meanwhile, long a magnet for the more jetsetting

crowd, has breathtaking cliffside landscapes best enjoyed on hilltop trails. Lunch

on the slopes of Monte Pertuso, for instance, will afford guests views of the island of

Capri while enjoying the fêted Caprese cuisine.

Offering in-depth experience of two of Italy’s most appealing regions, this hosted

journey (2018 departures in April and September) is made for active, inquisitive travellers,

who will benefit from the unique insight of Abercrombie & Kent’s expert local guides.

As well as the hosted small-group journey above, Abercrombie & Kent also designs

exquisite private journeys in Puglia and elsewhere in Italy. Call your local travel

specialist or A&K on 1300 851 800 or visit abercrombiekent.com.au

Enjoy two of the most engaging regions of the boot

on ‘Italy: Food & Walks in Puglia and Amalfi ’

with luxury tour specialist Abercrombie & Kent.

TAKE A HIKE

IN ITALY

AN AUSTRALIAN GOURMET TRAVELLER PROMOTION

LA VITA È BELLA

Clockwise from top left:

hiking through Atrani on

the Amalfi Coast; Basilica

di Santa Croce in Lecce’s

historic centre; sea urchins

for sale by the harbour in Bari,

Puglia; the amphitheatre in

Lecce; trulli in Alberobello;

orecchiette with turnip greens,

an Apulian specialty.

AN AUSTRALIAN GOURMET TRAVELLER PROMOTION