Discover Puglia’s vibrant culture through Pizzica and Tarantella dances amidst ancient olive trees and trulli. Experience the magic of being a ‘tarantata.’
Discover Puglia’s vibrant culture through Pizzica and Tarantella dances amidst ancient olive trees and trulli. Experience the magic of being a ‘tarantata.’
- Nord Salento Tour - Experience the serene beauty of ancient olive trees and the Murgia countryside as the backdrop for this remarkable journey. Engage in the Tarantella and Pizzica-Pizzica, traditional dances that are more than just rhythmic movements. The unique double step, the tambourine’s beat, and the circles around an imaginary altar build…
- Nord Salento Tour - Experience the serene beauty of ancient olive trees and the Murgia countryside as the backdrop for this remarkable journey. Engage in the Tarantella and Pizzica-Pizzica, traditional dances that are more than just rhythmic movements. The unique double step, the tambourine’s beat, and the circles around an imaginary altar build to a euphoric crescendo, believed to cure the madness caused by the bite of the local black widow, the Tarantula. Dance was the sole remedy.
As you dance, uncover stories and legends passed down through generations, explore rituals, and learn about the significance of a scarf, all enriched by modern academic research on this rare phenomenon. This thrilling adventure in the heart of Puglia concludes with a delightful tasting session in the countryside.
Learn the steps, passion, and history of a dance celebrated worldwide, now honored at the Festival della Taranta in Melendugno (Lecce), an international event.
Conclude with a refreshing and relaxing tasting of local delicacies and wine. Suitable for children. It is recommended to wear long dresses or skirts. White, red, and black are traditional colors. Avoid flip-flops.

- Bottled water
- Tea and coffee
- A tasting with local food, wine and water
- scarf and tambourines
- Bottled water
- Tea and coffee
- A tasting with local food, wine and water
- scarf and tambourines
Pizzica and Tarantella offer a distinctive glimpse into the vibrant culture of Puglia. This experience provides a wonderful chance to learn the traditional dance of Puglia, set in an enchanting environment that captures the essence of bygone eras: the trulli, ancient olive trees, and the picturesque Murgia countryside. Embrace the spirit of a “tarantata” for a day!
Pizzica and Tarantella offer a distinctive glimpse into the vibrant culture of Puglia. This experience provides a wonderful chance to learn the traditional dance of Puglia, set in an enchanting environment that captures the essence of bygone eras: the trulli, ancient olive trees, and the picturesque Murgia countryside. Embrace the spirit of a “tarantata” for a day!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.