Excursion Polignano & mr volare's white cliff tour at Monopoli

Panoramic clifftop terraces

After a 30-minute drive from the pier to Polignano, you will follow your licensed guide from the bus drop-off point to the terraces. These are the tops of the hundreds of cathedral-like marine caves eroded into the cliff by the sea, now paved and transformed into amazing terraces affording breathtaking views of the crystal-clear sea water, nearby coastal villages and the caves themselves.

Polignano Town Centre

Follow your tour guide through Polignano's characteristic town centre with its typical Mediterranean atmosphere and narrow winding streets. All around is a riot of colourful flowers and greenery created in both public and private spaces thanks to the mild climate and the local folk's creativity. You will wander along narrow lanes carved out of the old defensive walls and continue to catch glimpses of Polignano's astounding grottoes.

Here people are used to decorate their homes both inside and outside, just because climate is so mild that locals are allowed to transform a public open space into family's or neighborhood's garden.

Mr Volare statue

A short stroll takes you to a small square nearby with a bronze statue of Domenico Modugno welcoming visitors with open arms.

You then have approximately 45 minutes free to explore further or try a delicious "gelato" before rejoining the coach for the drive back to the ship through ancient Apulian olive groves with some last glimpses of the crystal clear waters and with Mr Volare's white cliffs still lingering in your mind.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Polignano a Mare panoramic clifftop terraces, Polignano town centre, Mr Volare bronze statue

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of walking for 1.30-1.50 miles along partly cobbled and uneven streets, some inclines and approximately 25-30 steps, in addition to entering and leaving the coach. Guests will also have to stand for some periods of time. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilize a wheelchair. Children over 5 may participate. Flat comfortable footwear is highly recommended, as is a hat in hot weather. Conservative dress is required when visiting religious sites. Flash photography is not permitted inside churches. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment. From the bus parking lot, consider a 15-20 minute walk to reach the center. Please note that guides may have accents reflecting their regional backgrounds, which adds to the diversity and richness of the experience.