The 4 Bari Olive Oil Tours That Earn Their Price

1.Olive Oil Private Tour and Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tasting in Altamura

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24Our pick

At Frantoio Oleario Perniola in Altamura, guides including Angelica and Giuseppe explain three generations of olive-oil making, from fruit to bottle. You’ll taste different oils, learn pairing tips, enjoy focaccia and local snacks, and take home a 100 ml bottle.

“The explanation of the process was very interesting. The things I couldn't actually see because of the wrong season were clearly explained and visualized. I loved the tasting and the fact that the oils were clearly very different. And of course the olive bear and snacks were very tasty. And even though it was only me, nothing was rushed, which I appreciated. I would definitely recommend to do the tour and tasting when in Altamura.”

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2.Olive Oil Mill Tour with Tasting near Molfetta & Bari

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 6 reviews · 1h 15m · from $42

At Ciccolella near Molfetta, you’ll tour a family-run olive mill, meet the mill master, see storage and bottling areas, and learn professional tasting skills. Carla guides the English and Italian tour, which ends with fresh EVO oil and espresso. The 75-minute visit costs $42.

“C’est une visite très intéressante, instructive et agréable . Ltée hôte Carla a été d’une très grande gentillesse et a bien pris le temps de nous expliquer chaque étape pour arriver au produit final! L’endroit est d’une propreté qui rappel les usines aérospatiale ou pharmaceutiques. La dégustation a été vraiment agréable, on a pu réellement goûter la différence entre les variétés d’olives . Je recommande fortement cette activité et Grazie mille pour cette dégustation!”

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3.San Vito dei Normani: Organic Picnic in Olive Grove

★★★★★★★★★★3.1 · 6 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Spend three hours in a Boho-style olive grove between Ostuni and Brindisi. You will receive a local organic charcuterie board, drinks, games, and time beneath the trees. English and Polish support is available, but recent reports suggest you should confirm the exact setup, food, and included comforts before paying.

“Deze excursie voldeed in zijn geheel niet aan de verwachtingen. De omschrijving in de app komt op punten niet overeen met wat je krijgt aangeboden. Geen hangmatten, geen wijn slechts een flesje water, een zeer karig plankje met wat vleeswaren en zoals vermeld staat in de omschrijving zou er ook nog aanvullend een lunch worden aangeboden. Ook dit was niet het geval. We hebben de experience dan ook eerder afgebroken. Zonde van je geld en kostbare tijd als je op vakantie bent.”

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4.Private Olive Oil Tasting in Polignano a Mare

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59

Meet Rina at Villa Delle Rose Puglia near Polignano a Mare for a private three-hour visit among ancient olive trees and lavender fields. Taste estate olive oils with Apulian food and wine, hear the family story, and enjoy Adriatic views. Airport, boat, bike, and wine tours can be arranged on request.

“A truly amazing experience. Rina and her family were amazing hosts. We learned so much about the different olive trees and their experience bringing an abandoned olive grove back to life and producing delicious olive oil. The lavender fields were equally impressive. The food spread, wine, olive oil and presentation were way more than we ever expected. Do not miss out on this experience!”

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