Description

Explore Puglia With a Local (Private Day Experience)

Your Personal Guide to Hidden Gems in Puglia

Want to experience Puglia beyond the typical tourist spots?

This is not a traditional tour.

It’s a private, curated day in Puglia with a local, designed to help you discover hidden places, eat incredible food, and experience the region like a friend — not a tourist.

What This Experience Is

Spend the day exploring Puglia with me, a local travel creator behind Travel With Ruba — as I take you to my favourite hidden gems, scenic spots, and authentic places.

From coastal towns like Polignano a Mare and Monopoli to charming villages like Ostuni and Locorotondo, your day will be completely personalized.

Think of it as exploring Puglia with a friend who knows all the best places.

Who This Is For

This experience is perfect for you if:

✨ You want to discover hidden gems in Puglia
✨ You’re visiting Italy and don’t want to waste time planning
✨ You love aesthetic places, photo spots, and local experiences
✨ You want a stress-free, curated day
✨ You’re traveling with friends and want something special

What’s Included

✔ A fully customized day itinerary
✔ My personal recommendations based on your travel style
✔ Hidden beaches, viewpoints & local spots
✔ Restaurant and aperitivo recommendations
✔ Help with reservations if needed
✔ Flexible schedule (no rushed tour timings)
✔ Photo & content help throughout the day

Example Day Experiences

Every day is tailored to you, but here are a few ideas:

Coastal Day

Explore the sandy beaches of Torre San Giovanni or Porto Cesareo, or the enjoy farm to table lunch with sea views near Otranto with swim stops.

White Villages Day

Wander through Ostuni and Locorotondo, discover quiet streets, and enjoy sunset views

Southern Escape

Visit baroque Lecce and relax on the beaches near Gallipoli at the Ionian side or Tricase at the Adriatic side.

Why Book This Instead of a Tour?

Most tours in Puglia are:

❌ Rushed
❌ Generic
❌ Crowded

This experience is:

✔ Private and personalized
✔ Based on local knowledge
✔ Flexible and relaxed
✔ Focused on hidden gems
✔ Designed for real connection with the place

Pricing

Private day experience (up to 4- 5people):

💶 Starting from €400 per day (custom price depends on the length of the day, close proximity to my base, which is in Lecce, number of people attending, number of days booked for my service)

Important Details (Includes & Not)

Price Includes

• Duration: Full day companionship (approx. 6–8 hours)

• Location: Across Central & Southern Puglia, covering from Trani to Santa Maria di Leuca areas (BAT, Bari, Brindisi & Valle di’Itria and Salento Provinces only) (customizable)

• Planning the Itinerary for the specific chosen days, Booking (Only booking not the activity cost) the Beach Clubs/ Restaurants /Car Rental/ Wine Tasting/ Cooking Class and any other activity booking. I will handle the logistics of this day tour.

• My own food and own transport fees when meeting you at your chosen meeting point (Private Transfers are at additional costs)

• Languages: English

Price Does NOT Include

• Transport: Not included (I help you plan the best option, either renting a car on your behalf at an extra cost or meeting you at the activities points)

• Location: Not covering areas at North Puglia and Matera

• Entrance fees, your selected activities costs/fees, the beach club entrance fees, your food & drink expenses (lunch/dinner/snacks/drinks) and any other fees that is collected by a third party who is not myself

• My personal beach entrances fees and/or joining you at the cooking classes/ wine tastings/ food experiences

About Me

Hi, I’m Ruba, the creator behind Travel With Ruba blog and social media channels.

I moved to Puglia early 2024, and Lecce is my base, before my move, I spent over 7 years exploring all 6 provinces of Puglia, tasting the best wines, delicious fresh mozzarella and burrata, learning making pasta and so much more.

When I first visited Puglia, back in 2019, I immediately fell in love with this region, that I planned to move here straight afterwards, luckily, because I am married to an Italian, I got my citizenship in 2023 and soon after I moved to Puglia and made it my permanent home.

My Love to the stunning beaches and fresh foods and the warmth of Pugliese made my integration so smooth and meaningful and better than I imagined and that is the very reason why I am so PASSIONATE to share the love of Puglia with the world, to present this piece of heaven to everyone.

Because I am also a fussy traveller, and enjoy authentic experiences and true cultural exchange and chilled beaches, I decided to become your Pugliese Friend and showcase my authentic Puglia to you. I will not be your tour guide, I will be your long-term friend, showing you my favourite beaches and dining together at my top restaurants and strolling by the sea while eating yummy artisanal gelato.

Through my blog, Instagram & Facebook, I help travellers experience Italy in a more meaningful and aesthetic way, and now I’d love to show you in person.

Book Your Day in Puglia

Ready to explore Puglia like a local?

👉 Send a booking request here 

Spots are limited, especially during summer.