Monopoli's Countryside by Bike
Overview
Explore the picturesque surroundings of Monopoli with an expert local advisor. Visit exclusive rural churches, farmhouses and underground oil-mills in a land rich in history.
The tour begins visiting Monopoli’s old town with a stop by its Duomo, the Basilica Concattedrale, just before diving in the most typical Puglia countryside, surrounded by an ocean of Olive trees and dry-stone walls.
The tour goes on to discover old pathways towards the rural church of Spirito Santo, this thousand-years-old church in a grotto has been in use since the IXth century and it houses some medieval frescoes. The olive trees with their twisted trunks and the fortified farmouses (masserie) are the expression of the fascinating and glamorous country life.
The tour ends with a relaxing bike ride and a tasting of artisanal ice-cream (sorbetto) away from urban traffic.
Notes: the itineary includes the stop related to the attractions we are going to visit. The remaining part will be a pleasent ride.
The tour begins visiting Monopoli’s old town with a stop by its Duomo, the Basilica Concattedrale, just before diving in the most typical Puglia countryside, surrounded by an ocean of Olive trees and dry-stone walls.
The tour goes on to discover old pathways towards the rural church of Spirito Santo, this thousand-years-old church in a grotto has been in use since the IXth century and it houses some medieval frescoes. The olive trees with their twisted trunks and the fortified farmouses (masserie) are the expression of the fascinating and glamorous country life.
The tour ends with a relaxing bike ride and a tasting of artisanal ice-cream (sorbetto) away from urban traffic.
Notes: the itineary includes the stop related to the attractions we are going to visit. The remaining part will be a pleasent ride.
Inclusions
- Use of bicycle
- Helmet
- City map
- Luggage storage
- Fruit sorbet
- Minimum 4 partecipants are required
- The tour may be subjected to changes in case the minimum number of partecipants is not reached
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi, 70043, Monopoli Italy
One of the most lively part of Monopoli is Garibaldi square in the heart of the old town, lined with cafes, restaurants, and bars.
Piazza Garibaldi, currently the main tourist attraction in the city's old centre, for its beauty and sophistication, cultural interest and the presence of the most popular venues, derives historically from the silting up of the ancient port basin by the Normans around, according to sources, 1049.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Chiesetta rupestre dello Spirito Santo, Monopoli, Contrada Santo Spirito, 70043 Monopoli BA, Italy
The Rupestrian Church of the Holy Spirit is a real hypogeum church divided into three naves, marked by columns and round arches and closed by as many apses.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Masseria Conchia, V7WW+2J, 70043 Monopoli, Metropolitan City of Bari, Italy
Masseia Conchia is an impressive settlement dating from the eighteenth century. Then white building, a huge staircase and the double bell tower draw the attention of the tourist immediately.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Cala Porta Vecchia, 70043, Monopoli Italy
Framed by the whitewashed houses of the old town of Monopoli, Cala Porta Vecchia boasts a sandy beach lapped by crystal-clear water.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Chiesa di Santa Maria del Suffragio detta del Purgatorio, Via Nicodemo Argento 16 4057'17.0n 1710'24.0e, 70043, Monopoli Italy
The Church of St. Maria del Suffragio, best -known as the Church of Purgatorio, is dated back to the early of the eighteenth century. The Church retains one of the most important reminders in relation to the cult of death: mummies.
Duration: 10 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi, 70043, Monopoli Italy
One of the most lively part of Monopoli is Garibaldi square in the heart of the old town, lined with cafes, restaurants, and bars.
Piazza Garibaldi, currently the main tourist attraction in the city's old centre, for its beauty and sophistication, cultural interest and the presence of the most popular venues, derives historically from the silting up of the ancient port basin by the Normans around, according to sources, 1049.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Chiesetta rupestre dello Spirito Santo, Monopoli, Contrada Santo Spirito, 70043 Monopoli BA, Italy
The Rupestrian Church of the Holy Spirit is a real hypogeum church divided into three naves, marked by columns and round arches and closed by as many apses.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Masseria Conchia, V7WW+2J, 70043 Monopoli, Metropolitan City of Bari, Italy
Masseia Conchia is an impressive settlement dating from the eighteenth century. Then white building, a huge staircase and the double bell tower draw the attention of the tourist immediately.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Cala Porta Vecchia, 70043, Monopoli Italy
Framed by the whitewashed houses of the old town of Monopoli, Cala Porta Vecchia boasts a sandy beach lapped by crystal-clear water.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Chiesa di Santa Maria del Suffragio detta del Purgatorio, Via Nicodemo Argento 16 4057'17.0n 1710'24.0e, 70043, Monopoli Italy
The Church of St. Maria del Suffragio, best -known as the Church of Purgatorio, is dated back to the early of the eighteenth century. The Church retains one of the most important reminders in relation to the cult of death: mummies.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Minimum 4 partecipants are required
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Greg_H
September 2023
This was a wonderful trip especially because Martino was the best guide we have ever had. He had great knowledge of the area and was great fun all day. Great trip. Martino made it wonderful
This was a wonderful trip especially because Martino was the best guide we have ever had. He had great knowledge of the area and was great fun all day. Great trip. Martino made it wonderful434antoniettag
July 2023
Piacere di approfondire la conoscenza del territorio di monopoli oltre al mare. In bicicletta con Leonardo masserie fortificate, chiese rupestri e ulivi millenari davanti ai nostri occhi. Davvero bello!
Piacere di approfondire la conoscenza del territorio di monopoli oltre al mare. In bicicletta con Leonardo masserie fortificate, chiese rupestri e ulivi millenari davanti ai nostri occhi. Davvero bello!sandravN7204GK
June 2023
Esperienza suggestiva, la nostra guida Leonardo ci ha supportato e sopportato perché il caldo è stato veramente tanto, ci ha condotto per questa campagna meravigliosa, piena di ulivi e muretti a secco accompagnati dal frinire delle cicale, visita a chiesetta rupestre e una cripta molto carine. A...
Esperienza suggestiva, la nostra guida Leonardo ci ha supportato e sopportato perché il caldo è stato veramente tanto, ci ha condotto per questa campagna meravigliosa, piena di ulivi e muretti a secco accompagnati dal frinire delle cicale, visita a chiesetta rupestre e una cripta molto carine. Alla fine ci ha ritemprato con un ottimo gelato a Monopoli. Grazie a Leonardo e grazie ad Anna Rita Maracchione per avermi spedito tutti i pdf informativi sulle loro attività. Velo Service vi contatterò più avanti per Matera. Ciaaaoooosuetony2016
September 2023
We loved this bicycle tour of the countryside with Leo. We stopped at the cemetery on the outskirts of town and also at the cave Church of the Holy Spirit and a masseria. We sampled many different foods found along the way including almonds, cactus fruits and figs. The tour was such fun and very ...
We loved this bicycle tour of the countryside with Leo. We stopped at the cemetery on the outskirts of town and also at the cave Church of the Holy Spirit and a masseria. We sampled many different foods found along the way including almonds, cactus fruits and figs. The tour was such fun and very informative, the time flew by.