IMPORTANT NOTES TO KNOW
• Prices are calculated per person in a double room.
• Hotel standards in Italy may be below hotel standards in Turkey.
• Hotel check-in times are between 15:00–17:00, and check-out times are between 10:00–12:00.
• If multiple hotel alternatives are offered in the same destination and/or only the hotel category is specified, the hotels to be accommodated will be notified to you 48 hours before the tour departure date.
• Changes may occur in hotels due to density; however, the hotel category will not change.
• Twin beds may be provided in some hotels. During hotel accommodation, room type change requests are at the discretion of the hotel.
• We kindly request you to check the prices before the purchase transaction.
ABOUT THE DESTINATION
Puglia, the "heel" of Italy, is one of the most unique regions of the country with its whitewashed towns, conical-roofed trulli houses, and clear bays of the Adriatic. The trulli houses in Alberobello are on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Lecce, the capital of Baroque architecture, Polignano a Mare built on cliffs, and Ostuni nestled among olive groves make the region appealing for both photographers and gastronomy enthusiasts. Puglia is Italy's leading region in olive oil and wine production.
PLACES TO VISIT
Alberobello: trulli houses with conical roofs.
Polignano a Mare: the town built on cliffs and Lama Monachile bay.
Ostuni (White City) and Locorotondo.
Lecce: the Baroque city known as the "Florence of the South"; Bari Old Town.
CLIMATE & BEST TIME
Between May and October is ideal; the swimming season is between June and September.
July and August exceed 32 °C; morning tours are recommended.
Towns are cobblestone and sloped; comfortable shoes are required.
WHY PUGLIA?
Italy's authentic region away from touristic density.
White towns, trulli houses, and turquoise bays at short distances.
Olive oil, wine, and handmade pasta tasting experiences.
MONEY & PRACTICAL INFORMATION
The currency is Euro (EUR); it is useful to have cash in small towns.
Local time is 2 hours behind Turkey (1 hour during daylight saving time).
Schengen visa is required; transportation within the region is provided by private vehicles.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Flight times specified in the program are obtained from the relevant airline company. Our agency is not responsible for changes that may occur in flight times. Therefore, in case of any time change, revisions can be made to the program.
The name, surname, and date of birth information provided during reservation must be complete and accurate as they appear in the passport. Name confirmation will not be made later.
Hotel vouchers and flight tickets will be forwarded to you three days before the tour departure date.
Changes may be made to extra tours due to weather conditions. In this case, our company reserves the right to make necessary arrangements.
All guests are obliged to carry their round-trip flight tickets and hotel accommodation documents with them. Guests without ticket printouts are responsible for entry into the country themselves.
It is recommended that our guests have their mobile phones enabled for international use.
ACCOMMODATION & ROOM ARRANGEMENTS
Triple rooms can be provided subject to hotel availability, and the third bed may be smaller than a standard bed. It is generally in the form of 1 double bed + 1 extra bed. Extra beds are portable and folding. This arrangement is considered accepted by the guest.
Child discounts apply only to a single child staying in the same room with two adults and meeting the age criteria.
Breakfasts at hotels are served in a continental style in accordance with the culture of the country visited and in some cases may be served in a separate hall for groups.
VISA & PASSPORT INFORMATION
A Schengen visa is required for Turkish citizens. For visa applications, applications must be made through our agency with a passport valid for at least 6 months from the end date of travel and the necessary documents.
Guests with green passports are required to renew their passports if the issue date of their passports is older than 10 years. Otherwise, they may not be admitted to the country or may not be allowed to board the flight.
Green passport holders are exempt from visas, but passports must have a validity of at least 6 months.
Having obtained a visa does not guarantee entry into the country. The entry decision is at the discretion of the border police. Our company is not responsible for this situation.
Our company is not responsible for problems that may arise due to worn, wet, or damaged passports. Therefore, passports must be in appropriate condition.
If guests under the age of 18 will travel alone or with only one parent, a notarized consent form is required. Problems may occur at country entry and exit without this document
Tours & Excursions
Panoramic city tours specified in the program are introductory tours lasting approximately 2–3 hours, conducted from inside the vehicle accompanied by guide narration. They do not cover museum and historical site entrances.
Tours may be canceled or contents changed due to reasons such as restrictions imposed by local authorities, road closures, or unfavorable weather conditions. Our company is not responsible in such cases. When necessary, tours may be carried out by public transport or on foot.
OTHER MATTERS
Cancellations or changes cannot be made on promotional and early booking campaigns tours.
Our company is an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol dated 28.09.1955. There may be delays and time changes in scheduled or private flights. These situations are deemed to have been accepted by the guests in advance. Children between 0–2 years old do not pay airport tax and service fee.
TOUR PARTICIPATION CONDITION
The tour program is organized subject to a minimum participation condition. In case sufficient participation cannot be achieved, cancellation information will be conveyed to you through your agency at least 21 days before the tour departure date.
