Thank you Giorgio for a great tour of the Trulli houses. We learned so much and really enjoyed it.
Private tour in Bari Giorgio I
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Ciao! I’m Giorgio, a licensed tour guide from Bari (since 2010) with a lifelong passion for the people, traditions, food, stories, and spirit of my land — Puglia and Basilicata. Growing up in Bari, I learned early on that culture isn’t just something you observe — it’s something you feel, taste, laugh with, and live. That’s exactly what I love to share on my tours. Whether we’re walking through the winding alleys of Bari Vecchia, exploring the fascinating Sassi of Matera, discovering the coastal villages, or visiting artisan towns like Grottaglie with its incredible ceramics, I want you to experience these places as if you were being welcomed by a local friend — curious, open-hearted, and ready to taste everything that makes this region so special. My approach to guiding is warm, flexible, and deeply human. I love hearing your questions — about history, everyday life, quirks of Italian culture, even politics — and turning them into lively conversations that add layers of connection and meaning to what you see. Many guests have told me they felt like they were walking with a friend rather than just following a guide. I also strongly believe that food is one of the most honest and joyful ways to understand a place. You’ll often find moments in my tours where we stop for a taste of local specialties, meet artisans and makers, watch pasta being hand-made, or pull up a chair with locals at a vibrant market. It’s all part of the real culture that doesn’t sit in a history book but lives in daily life here. Beyond Bari and Matera, my customized tours can take you to the villages, towns, and landscapes that make southern Italy unforgettable — Polignano a Mare, Monopoli, Alberobello with its trulli, Ostuni the White City, ancient olive groves, vineyards, Castel del Monte, Castellana Grotte, Grottaglie with its ceramics, and countless hidden gems you may not even know exist yet. Each destination is a chapter of rich history, artistry, and warm humanity, and I take joy in helping you connect with both. I’m truly grateful to the wonderful travelers who have shared their experiences and feedback over the years — your trust and curiosity are the heart of what I do. I look forward to welcoming new friends to explore these incredible places and unforgettable moments together. Licensed Tour Guide n. 00459 — Puglia Region
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Alberobello is known as the City of Trulli, a unique kind of buildings with stone conical roofs without any mortar, that have survived quite intact and functioning into the modern world. This is why they are UNESCO HERITAGE. There are two ways to visit Alberobello: the classic tourist itinerary and a tour with a private guide. After more then 7 years leading tours in Alberobello, I can tell you that the best way is to let yourself be led through the non-touristic alleys of the trulli area, where everyone knows me and often invites me to come into their house to tell me how their day in the countryside went or what they will cook for lunch. It often happens that they invite us for a coffee or a glass of wine and, why not, also to play some Apulian popular music together.
Thank you Giorgio for a great tour of the Trulli houses. We learned so much and really enjoyed it.
We were with Georgio in both Alberobello and Matera. He was excellent. With him we saw and learned things about both towns we never could or would have on our own. He was very attentive to our questions and particular interests. We highly recommend him.
I can’t imagine a better tour guide than Giorgio! Alberobello is a bit “over-loved” and Giorgio, a local, made it authentic and interesting. We were a family group of 8 and he handled the logistics perfectly. We learned so much, but Giorgio was also funny and engaging. He even gave us pointers about other Puglian towns and insider tips. We all agreed that we wouldn’t have enjoyed Alberobello nearly as much if we hadn’t been with Giorgio! 5 out of 5!
We (group of 6 ladies) had a great day with Giorgo visiting Alberobello and Polignano a Mare in Puglia. Giorgo is very knowledgeable and friendly and does everything he can to deliver the best experience to his guests! He took us off the beaten paths and showed us special things. He also showed us where to get a great coffee and eat the best Burrata in the world. We definitely recommend him! Giorgo speaks very good English and French. (Besides Italian)
We had a very nice tour of this unique city with Giorgio who explained the history and purpose of the trulli buildings. Giorgio is an excellent guide. He took the opportunity to introduce us to locals that he knew and made the whole experience very rich. He is passionate about Italy and the city of Alberobello and is fun to be with on this tour. Giorgio also gave us tips on what to do and see elsewhere in Puglia and recommended great restaurants! He also does excellent tours elsewhere in Puglia.
Giorgio is an excellent guide, very knowledgeable and with very good English. Friendly and helpful. We very much enjoyed our tour and highly recommend.
Transportation from Bari is not included. We will meet in Alberobello. We will visit the two trulli areas of Alberobello: - Rione Monti - Aia Piccola. The two districts are profoundly different from each other, as the first is highly touristic and the second totally populated by local people who still live in the trulli. Our experience will focus in the second one. We will visit only a part of the tourist area to be able to participate in an interesting tasting of typical Apulian products and the famous extra virgin olive oil. I can customize this tour if you have special requests. Please contact me.
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Alberobello, Apulia, 70011, Italy
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